Rarebyte

Rarebyte is an independent Austrian game development studio working across PC, console, mobile and web platforms. Founded in 2006, it combines original indie game development with co-development, porting and software engineering for external developers and publishers. Its operational studios are in Vienna and Graz, and its work extends from commercial games to custom interactive experiences for events.

The studio's original and collaborative projects span roguelite action, simulation, cooperative play and role-playing games. Its portfolio includes Hyperspaced, Rogue Glitch Ultra, One Up Island, Seeds of Sol and We Are Screwed!. It also co-developed the dice-driven RPG Duskpunk with Clockwork Bird. These projects sit alongside a service business that supports other teams through engineering, production and visual development.

Development and adaptation

Rarebyte's collaboration with Greenheart Games on Game Dev Tycoon illustrates its adaptation work. The studio handled engineering, touchscreen interface redesign and multiplatform adaptation for the game's iOS, Android and Netflix Games editions. Its porting capabilities cover mobile and console platforms, with attention to the interface changes required when moving a game between devices.

The company also provides art direction, asset production and visual overhauls. Its contribution to Realms of Arkania: Blade of Destiny included an overhaul of art direction, 3D asset creation and character modeling. Alongside development services, Rarebyte supports indie publishing and distribution; it published Ratz Instagib, created by Lino Slahuschek.

Interactive work beyond conventional releases

Rarebyte develops custom multiplayer software for conventions and trade fairs. Projects such as paysafecard PIN Racer and paysafecard Duel demonstrate its work on four-player competitive experiences, including installations associated with Gamescom and Paris Games Week.

Its technical capabilities include Unity, Unreal Engine, C# and proprietary tooling. A separate IT services offering covers web development and technical infrastructure. Together, these activities give the studio a business spanning original games, external production partnerships and custom interactive software.