Zugalu

Zugalu Entertainment is an independent video game development studio located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Founded in 2014 by Branden Sloane, the studio focuses on creating innovative and immersive games that blend genres with commercial science. Their commitment to ideas and innovation is evident in their diverse game portfolio.

Notable titles include *Thrive: Heavy Lies the Crown*, a medieval fantasy city-builder featuring real-time combat and impactful decision-making, which entered Early Access on November 7, 2024. Other games in their lineup are *Voxel Scavenger*, *Technolites*, and *Boulder Run*. Zugalu recently acquired Crimson Herring Studios, enhancing their narrative-driven capabilities and allowing for richer storytelling in future projects. This acquisition supports their goal of delivering engaging experiences and expanding their creative reach.