Lead Game Designer/ Unreal Engine ( Tavern game)

Company Description Forbidden Kemono Studio LLC is an indie game studio building character-driven PC games in Unreal Engine. We specialize in systems-heavy gameplay, including simulation and tycoon design, simulation-driven horror, RPG progression, and multiplayer-ready features. Our projects combine strong art direction, clear production pipelines, and replayable gameplay loops, with a focus on shipping real builds such as demos, vertical slices, and full releases. Forbidden Kemono Studio LLC is seeking one Lead Game Designers to guide the design vision and system execution for our active Unreal Engine project: Tavern Tycoon: Brew & Brawl. This is a leadership role. We are looking for structured, accountable designer who understand systems, pacing, documentation, and team coordination, not just idea generation. This is a revenue-share, indie studio environment operating on long-term growth and disciplined development. Position 1: Lead Game Designer – Tavern Tycoon: Brew & Brawl Tavern Tycoon: Brew & Brawl is a cozy yet chaotic management simulation featuring tavern building systems, economy progression, AI-driven customers, light combat encounters, and an online leaderboard system. Responsibilities: • Own progression design (economy, upgrades, tavern scaling) • Oversee combat balance and raid mechanics • Design leaderboard logic and progression incentives • Maintain structured system documentation • Coordinate with programming and UI teams • Ensure gameplay aligns with brand tone and long-term retention Ideal Candidate: • Experience with management sims or tycoon-style systems • Strong economy balancing and progression design skills • Systems-oriented thinking • Professional communication and leadership approach • Long-term commitment mindset Compensation This is a revenue-share contract position. There is no upfront salary. Percentage allocation is based on scope, leadership responsibility, and long-term contribution. We operate on a structured, accountability-based environment with consistent team meetings and defined expectations. Eligibility Applicants must be based in the United States or Canada. Apply here: • https://form.jotform.com/252937476101054 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job