MYRKUR HQ

About Myrkur Games

Myrkur Games was founded in 2016 by Daníel Arnar Sigurðsson, Friðrik Aðalsteinn Friðriksson, and Halldór Snær Kristjánsson.

The founders originally met at Reykjavík University while studying video game development.

After developing a few projects together, the idea to form Myrkur began to take shape when they saw an opportunity to pursue their lifelong passion. The industry was rapidly evolving. Advances in technology were empowering smaller teams to do more, while demand for more high-quality action-adventure games was clear amongst gamers.

This was the initial spark.

The founders originally met at Reykjavík University while studying video game development.

After developing a few projects together, the idea to form Myrkur began to take shape when they saw an opportunity to pursue their lifelong passion. The industry was rapidly evolving. Advances in technology were empowering smaller teams to do more, while demand for more high-quality action-adventure games was clear amongst gamers.

This was the initial spark.

Myrkur Games was founded in 2016 by Daníel Arnar Sigurðsson, Friðrik Aðalsteinn Friðriksson, and Halldór Snær Kristjánsson.

The founders originally met at Reykjavík University while studying video game development.

After developing a few projects together, the idea to form Myrkur began to take shape when they saw an opportunity to pursue their lifelong passion. The industry was rapidly evolving. Advances in technology were empowering smaller teams to do more, while demand for more high-quality action-adventure games was clear amongst gamers.

This was the initial spark.

We've joined together on this journey because we're passionate about video games, and about creating memorable experiences that our players will cherish.

Games aren’t just a checklist of tasks to complete. They’re the result of a constant refinement of a creative vision, shaped through countless iterations by people who care deeply about the result. That’s what we’re about.

We've joined together on this journey because we're passionate about video games, and about creating memorable experiences that our players will cherish.

Games aren’t just a checklist of tasks to complete. They’re the result of a constant refinement of a creative vision, shaped through countless iterations by people who care deeply about the result. That’s what we’re about.

Join Myrkur Games

Are you looking to join a highly ambitious and passionate game development team to craft thrilling action-adventure games?

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The Myrkur Development Culture

Find the fun

A fun, engaging experience is the heart of any game. It’s not optional; it’s essential.

Great, high-quality games are a team effort

It takes real collaboration and the absence of ego to build something greater than the sum of its parts. At Myrkur, we put this front and center.

We are the audience

We make the game for ourselves, because people like us are the audience. It’s essential that everyone on the team plays the game frequently and attentively, and shares feedback with honesty and care.

Be nice

Making games is hard, and we’re in it for the long haul. Be kind. Be constructive. Be nice.

Office in the heart of downtown Reykjavik

Myrkur Games moved into a new studio at the start of 2021, located in the heart of downtown Reykjavík, Iceland. Our office offers a friendly, collaborative environment with everything our team needs to create exceptional games.

The space includes a state-of-the-art motion capture setup, a photogrammetry scanning rig, drones, a voice-over booth, and many other tools and facilities that support our team in delivering their best.

Our central location also means easy commuting and great access to restaurants, cafés, and other amenities.

Great games are made by great teams. We take building the right team seriously.

With 40 developers from across the globe, Myrkur Games brings together veteran talent from studios like CCP Games, Ubisoft, Supermassive, The Bearded Ladies, Massive Entertainment, and more.

We’re self-starters who are passionate about what we do and focused on getting things done. Our studio runs on a flatter structure than most, and we believe the best ideas come from collaboration, not ego. That mindset allows the best ideas to thrive and helps us elevate each other’s work.

Most of our team is based on-site in Reykjavík, but we also have a few remote members contributing from around the world.

With 40 developers from across the globe, Myrkur Games brings together veteran talent from studios like CCP Games, Ubisoft, Supermassive, The Bearded Ladies, Massive Entertainment, and more.

Most of our team is based on-site in Reykjavík, but we also have a few remote members contributing from around the world.

More about the studio

We regularly share content across our social media, including behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with developers, and general goofing around.

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