Make original worlds
We develop our own settings and stories, starting with the frontier of Golden Stampede.
Our studio · Papillion, Nebraska
Made in Nebraska, Built by Hand
Golden Stampede is an independent game company with design, programming, art, audio, testing, and post-launch support under one roof. We make original games with the care each platform deserves.
Good work takes a steady hand.
12634 Glenn Street, Papillion, Nebraska 68138
The workshop
How the Workshop Started
We set out to make original worlds instead of taking on contract projects. Papillion gave the team a home base in the wider Omaha creative corridor, with room to keep the work close and the decisions direct.
The early ideas for Golden Stampede grew into a game built by the same people shaping its design, code, art, sound, and testing. That shared ownership keeps the details connected.
We chose the long trail. It suits the work.
“A good game grows stronger when the people making it can talk through every detail.”
How we work
What We Actually Believe
These are working promises, not wall slogans. They shape the next Golden Stampede build.
Respect player time
We review pacing and repeat tasks during playtests, then adjust what feels like busywork.
Plan for access
Readable interfaces, flexible controls, and considered difficulty belong in design from the start.
Show the work
We share production milestones and developer diaries so players can follow progress as it happens.
Stay after launch
Testing and post-launch support are part of development, not an afterthought.
A work in progress
Milestones Along the Trail
We share progress plainly. Platform availability and release timing will be announced when confirmed.
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Studio base Rooted in Papillion
Golden Stampede works from 12634 Glenn Street in Papillion, Nebraska.
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In development Golden Stampede takes shape
The original frontier adventure moves through design, programming, art, and audio production.
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Ongoing Testing joins the process
Playtesting and quality checks help the team tune controls, pacing, and accessibility.
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Next up More progress, shared openly
Follow studio updates for production notes and confirmed platform news as it becomes available.
No dates are promised until the team can stand behind them.
People behind the pixels
One Team, Many Disciplines
Designers, engineers, artists, audio makers, testers, and producers solve problems together instead of passing them down a chain.
Game design
Build the rules, missions, and moment-to-moment play.
Engineering
Turn the design into responsive systems across platforms.
Art and animation
Give the frontier its look, movement, and visual detail.
Audio
Shape the music, effects, and sound that bring scenes to life.
Quality testing
Check builds carefully and report issues the team can act on.
Production
Keep the work visible and the next steps clear.
We welcome early-career developers and students from the region. Check each role for its location and working arrangement.
Your next chapter
Build the Next One With Us
We look for thoughtful collaborators who can show how they solve problems. A small, finished piece can tell us more than a long list of tools.
Bring your point of view.
A clear first step
What to Send
- Choose a relevant sample. Share a portfolio piece, prototype, code sample, or audio work that shows your contribution.
- Tell us what you did. Add a short note about your role, tools, and the decisions you made.
- Check the role details. Remote and on-site arrangements are listed per opening.
No role that fits today? Use the contact page to introduce yourself and share a portfolio link.