Overview
1UP Studios is an award-winning game studio founded on a mission to connect people and places through play. The studio develops interactive experiences that combine gameplay and spatial storytelling. Its projects include virtual reality applications, digital archives and games exploring fictional and historical universes. The studio collaborates with partners from varied industries: entertainment, cultural institutions, universities and government organisations. More information available at www.1upstudios.tech.
Services and expertise
Game and interactive experience development
1UP Studios designs games and varied digital experiences. Its portfolio includes titles such as Hall's Croft Spatial Archive, Time Odyssey, Keeper Council and The Keeper of Paintings. The studio also produces immersive experiences integrating virtual reality and spatial positioning technologies.
Virtual reality experiences
The studio develops VR applications, notably Observer Corps VR. These projects explore immersive environments and innovative spatial interactions designed for diverse audiences.
Cultural and educational projects
1UP Studios works on initiatives combining technology and cultural heritage. Among its achievements are Kielder Constellations and collaborations with institutions such as the National Gallery, the British Parliament and universities, demonstrating expertise in making cultural content accessible through play.
Team and clients
1UP Studios collaborates with renowned partners including Disney, Marvel, Meta, Niantic, as well as academic institutions (University of Oxford, Royal College of Art, University of Brighton) and cultural organisations (National Gallery, Welsh National Opera). These partnerships reflect the studio's reach across the entertainment, culture and research sectors.
