Simply Sweet Games Aims to Elevate Industry Standards

Veteran game developers Tina Merry and Carina Kom have established a new studio, Simply Sweet Games, with the goal of setting a high standard for the gaming industry. Based in British Columbia, Canada, the fully remote studio is currently working on its debut mobile title, a roguelike word puzzle game called Criss Cross Castles. With over thirty years of combined experience in AAA, mobile, and indie game development, Merry and Kom are committed to crafting engaging, polished, and accessible gaming experiences. Merry, who spent nearly 15 years at Electronic Arts as a development director, and Kom, who worked at EA as a development manager and collaborated with Microsoft and Unity, bring a wealth of expertise to their new venture. The duo aims to attract a broad audience with Criss Cross Castles by combining the complexity of word games with the dynamic gameplay of roguelikes, creating a unique genre-bending experience. By focusing on inclusivity, accessibility, and player satisfaction, Simply Sweet Games aims to differentiate itself in the competitive mobile gaming market and establish a reputation for delivering high-quality, ad-free experiences. The studio's long-term goal is to expand its reach to other platforms, including PC, Switch, and streaming sites, while maintaining its commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and fun.