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Forgotten Empires is a game development studio best known for its work on the Age of Empires franchise, particularly the critically acclaimed Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition.
This role is for a talent pipeline of senior gameplay programmers. You will develop features using C++ and UE5 within a creative team. Applicants must be currently located within Europe.
This role involves designing gameplay, narrative, and mechanical elements using Unreal Engine 5. You will join a curated talent pipeline for future game development projects.
Forgotten Empires is a game development studio best known for its work on the Age of Empires franchise, particularly the critically acclaimed Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. The company specializes in remastering and expanding classic real-time strategy games, collaborating closely with publishers like Xbox Game Studios. With a global team of developers, designers, and artists, Forgotten Empires has established itself as a key player in the strategy game niche, delivering content that resonates with both nostalgic players and new audiences.
While headquartered in Cincinnati, USA, Forgotten Empires operates with a strong remote-first culture, actively hiring international talent, including roles based in Spain. The studio values flexibility and distributed collaboration, making it an attractive option for professionals seeking to work on beloved game franchises from anywhere in the world. For international hires, the company offers the opportunity to contribute to high-profile game projects while enjoying the benefits of remote work and a tight-knit, passionate team.
Forgotten Empires was founded in 2013 by a group of modders who gained recognition for their fan-made expansion for Age of Empires II. Their success led to a partnership with Microsoft, resulting in the official release of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition in 2019, which revitalized the classic game. Since then, the studio has continued to develop expansions and new content for the franchise, solidifying its reputation in the strategy gaming community.