The Game Bakers creative director discusses studio's commitment to unique, memorable experiences

Emeric Thoa, creative director at The Game Bakers, recently discussed the studio's philosophy of prioritizing memorable, high-impact gaming experiences over broad appeal. Known for titles like Furi, Haven, and the recently acclaimed climbing adventure Cairn, the studio embraces risky and polarizing design choices to ensure their work leaves a lasting impression on players. Thoa noted that while the team is willing to experiment with unconventional concepts—jokingly suggesting an MMO match-3 game—their primary goal remains creating titles that players will remember forever. Following the success of Cairn, which received positive critical reception and award recognition, the studio is currently preparing to release the 'On the Trail' DLC on October 29. While future projects remain undecided, Thoa emphasized that the studio will continue to focus on innovation and creative risk-taking to maintain their distinct identity in the competitive gaming landscape.