Schell Games
| File:Schell Games Corporate Logo.png | |
| Industry | Video game development |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2002 |
| Founder | Jesse Schell |
| Headquarters | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States |
Area served | Global |
Key people | Jesse Schell (Chief Executive Officer) Jake Witherell (Chief Operations Officer) |
| Products | Video Games |
Number of employees | 110 (2018) |
| Website | schellgames |
Schell Games is a game design and development firm based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Established in 2002 by entrepreneur and game designer Jesse Schell, the company focuses on producing video games and interactive content tailored for both educational and entertainment markets.
History
Before launching Schell Games, Jesse Schell was the creative director at the Disney Imagineering Virtual Reality Studio. Through his visionary leadership, Schell Games has collaborated with prominent organizations such as Google, Yale University, Legendary, and The Fred Rogers Company, broadening its presence across educational and entertainment sectors.
Games
| Release date | Game title | Genre | Type | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2024 | Puzzle Sculpt | Puzzle | Mixed reality | Apple Vision Pro | |
| June 2024 | Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire | Horror/Puzzle | Virtual reality/PC | SteamVR, Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, Meta Quest 3 | |
| September 2023 | I Expect You To Die 3: Cog in the Machine | Puzzle | Virtual reality/PC | HTC Vive, Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro | |
| October 2022 | I Expect You to Die: Home Sweet Home | Puzzle | augmented reality | Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro | A side mission within the I Expect You To Die series |
| August 2021 | I Expect You to Die 2: The Spy and the Liar | Puzzle | Virtual reality/PC | PlayStation VR, HTC Vive, Oculus Quest | |
| October 2020 | Until You Fall | Action/Roguelike | Virtual reality/PC | HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest, PlayStation VR |
Schell Games has created a variety of serious games aimed at promoting education and behavioral change:
| Game | Genre | Type | Platform | Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Save The Park | Endless Runner | Mobile/tablet | iOS, Android | Games for Change, American Express, U.S. National Park Foundation |
| Peg + Cat | Simulation, Puzzle | Computer | PC | PBS Kids |
| Daniel Tiger Stop & Go Potty | Mobile App | Mobile, Tablet | iOS, Android | The Fred Rogers Company, PBS Kids |
Additionally, the company produces casual gaming titles for well-known collaborators:
| Game | Type | Description | Partner |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC, VR | Three-dimensional adaptation of Innersloth's acclaimed indie title Among Us. | Innersloth, Robot Teddy | |
|
Star Wars: Jedi Challenges |
Augmented Reality (AR) | AR experience featuring Lightsaber combat. | The Walt Disney Company, Lucasfilm |
|
Annihilator VR |
Mobile, VR | Virtual reality game inspired by a comic book franchise. | Legendary Entertainment |
|
LEGO Brickheadz Builder VR |
Mobile, VR | Virtual LEGO construction simulation. | Lego |
This collection underscores Schell Games' versatile approach, serving education, entertainment, and cutting-edge virtual and augmented reality technology arenas.
Location-based Experiences
Schell Games includes a branch known as "Schell Attractions," which specializes in creating location-based entertainment and amusement park ventures. Notable offerings and collaborations are as follows:
| Game | Description | Partner |
|---|---|---|
| S.E.C.R.E.T | An interactive game utilizing RFID technology. | Children's Museum of Houston |
| Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium App | A mobile application combining Bluetooth connectivity, 360-degree video, and interactive games to boost visitor involvement. | Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, Richard King Mellon Foundation |
| Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Ride | An amusement attraction that serves as a successor to Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood at Idlewild Park. | Idlewild and Soak Zone, Fred Rogers Productions |
| Race for the Beach | An engaging turtle-themed game designed to raise awareness about turtle exhibits. | SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment |
| Mission: Deep Discovery | An educational attraction centered on exploring the deep ocean. | SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment |