Brandoville Studios

Status: Closed (Announced closure August 2024; office vacant since July 2024)

Leadership:

• Key People: Ken Lai (CEO/Owner/Co-Founder), Cherry Lai (Co-Founder/Head of Studio)

Focus:

• Specialization: Triple-A Games Art and Animation
• Services: Concept artwork, 3D art, animation, and asset production for major video game titles
• Tools: Unity 3D, ArtStation for portfolio hosting

Vision:

• Mission: To provide an environment where teamwork, growth, innovation, and passion can thrive and continue to push the boundaries of the industry
• Values: Providing cutting-edge work that creates a lasting impression (Note: The studio's stated values have been heavily contested by multiple reports of worker abuse and labor violations)

Partners: Major Western AAA publishers and developers including Naughty Dog, Insomniac Games, Square Enix, and Microsoft

Controversy and Legal Status:

• Allegations: Severe physical, verbal, and psychological abuse; labor law violations including unpaid overtime and excessive working hours (up to 20-hour days); and systemic exploitation
• Current Investigation: Central Jakarta Police and the Jakarta Provincial Manpower Office launched investigations in September 2024 following viral testimony from former employees. Key leaders are reported as suspects or persons of interest