Early sketches and prototypes of a party game
Players laughing while playing a Couchstorm game on a TV screen

Our Story

It started with a shared screen and a simple realization: the loudest, most memorable gaming moments happen when you can physically elbow your opponent.

A small crew of multiplayer enthusiasts decided to stop complaining about the lack of good couch co-op games and start building them. We wanted bright colors, snappy controls, and the kind of gameplay that requires zero tutorial but infinite mastery.

Today, Couchstorm Games is an independent force dedicated to keeping the spirit of the arcade and the living room alive. We build worlds designed for shouting, laughing, and high-fives.

How We Make Games

A disciplined approach to manufacturing absolute mayhem.

1. The Chaos Prototype

We build the core interaction first. No art, no polish. Just grey blocks and pure mechanics. If it is not immediately fun to move and collide, we throw it out and start over.

2. The Room Test

The defining milestone. We put four people in a room with controllers and zero instructions. We watch where they get stuck, where they laugh, and where they try to cheat.

3. Polish & Particles

Once the rules are unbreakable, we flood the screen with vibrant colors, satisfying feedback, bouncy animations, and an unreasonable amount of confetti.

A Few Notes on How We Work

Remote-Friendly

Our studio has a physical hub, but our team collaborates seamlessly from wherever they do their best work.

Game Jams

We regularly pause production to prototype wild, unpolished ideas. The best concepts graduate to full games.

Player First

We prioritize accessibility and immediate fun over complex menus and steep learning curves.

Sustainable Pace

Great party games require a well-rested team. We believe in steady momentum, not endless crunch.

Join the Storm

We are always looking for imaginative artists, sharp developers, and organized producers who understand the value of cooperative play.

General Inquiries

hello@couchstorm.ie

Call the Studio

+353 91 567 420