It all started with a promise between two kids, huddled next to their CRT TV playing RPGs after school, to one day create fantastical, story-rich adventures together. That dream turned into Riyo Games, a Canadian studio full of passionate and seasoned developers with experience from Shovel Knight, Fortnite, Deltarune and Tomb Raider. They have all embarked on an epic quest to make Threads of Time, the studio’s first title, while aided by legendary developers and composers from Japan who have helped define Xenoblade Chronicles, the Mana series and more.

Our Vision

Riyo Games' vision is to craft retro-infused RPGs that awaken treasured childhood memories. It is our hope to inspire a whole new generation with memories like the ones we grew up with!

Our Values

• Memorable: The studio is driven to create games that will become cherished memories, leaving a lasting impact on players long after the credits roll.
• Inclusion: Riyo believes in the benefits that diversity and inclusion bring to creative endeavours, the company, the industry and society at large and is steadfastly committed to creating a workplace and video games that cherish them.
• Community: The studio values staying in close touch with its community of fans, maintaining open channels of communication to ensure that their passion and ideas are heard.

Working at Riyo Games

We’re a tight-knit, passionate team of JRPG fans working on bringing the best of the genre to everyone!

We are each other’s cheerleaders - we support and celebrate each other’s work and achievements in and out of the studio. And that’s reflected in the Platinum Rule: we treat others as they want to be treated based on their unique background.

That’s why we have a no crunch! policy, make people-first decisions when it comes to studio culture, and operate fully remotely to give everyone their best chance for a healthy work-life balance.

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome and value the presence and contributions of people regardless of their gender identity and/or expression, sexual attraction, age, culture, abilities, ethnic origin, marital status, nationality, race, religion, education, or socioeconomic status.

We do not accept and will take action against discrimination or harassment based on the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Commitment To Improvement

We acknowledge that the work of creating and maintaining a diverse and equitable workplace is never done. This statement reflects our aspirations, and we welcome feedback. We will make decisions with careful thought to our commitments above.

Work With Us!

Do you have enduring love for retro JRPGs? Is it your dream to help make one? We’re looking for talented individuals with unique and diverse experiences and backgrounds to join our team!