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Vertigo

Publishes midcore mobile real-time multiplayer games.

Game Developer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
No salary listed
Mid
İstanbul, Türkiye
In PersonFive days per week on-site at the Levent office.
Software EngineeringGame Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Game development experience in Unity and C#.
  • Ability to profile and optimize performance on Android and iOS.
  • Ability to quickly understand existing code and collaboratively solve technical problems.
  • Awareness of industry best practices and the ability to select an appropriate solution for a given problem.
  • Ability to drive implementation of a feature or fix and communicate clearly with team members across game development, art, and product management.
  • Deep knowledge of a fundamental Unity pipeline or tool, such as asset management, user interface, or networking.
  • Understanding of the mobile gaming industry and its characteristics, including frames per second and live operations.
  • Deep understanding of mobile platforms and their specific requirements.
  • Strong skills in writing maintainable, scalable, and modular code, with knowledge of SOLID principles, design patterns, and Unity best practices.
  • Excellent understanding of software architecture, design, and development.
  • Strong object-oriented skills, including design, coding, and testing patterns.
  • Analytical and practical problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
  • Contribute to all aspects of game development.
  • Write clean, reusable, and optimized code for use by millions of players.
  • Solve complex technical problems using analytical solutions.
  • Participate in code-review sessions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Genuine enthusiasm for building high-quality player-versus-player experiences, responsive gameplay, and real-time multiplayer challenges.
  • Familiarity with Critical Strike and Polygun Arena before applying.
  • Eagerness to explore and discuss new technologies.

About the company

Vertigo is a mobile game studio based in Istanbul, Turkey that develops and self-publishes midcore real-time social multiplayer games. Its products are mobile titles designed for online play with live, social multiplayer features, aiming for polished graphics and addictive gameplay. The company builds its games and handles publishing, focusing on delivering high production values and strong user experience without relying on external publishers. What sets Vertigo apart is its emphasis on an in-house, self-publishing approach combined with a lively, agile work culture that rewards creativity, speed, and innovation, and its goal to delight millions of players worldwide through a scalable, high-quality mobile multiplayer portfolio.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Istanbul, Türkiye

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • June 6, 2026 Arizona Sunshine expands to PC, PS5, Xbox, Switch 2.
  • Vertigo's 2026 lineup monetizes existing IP across broader, larger console audiences.
  • Patch support for Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow and other live titles sustains engagement.

What critics are saying

  • June 9, 2026 closed Vertigo Studios Amsterdam after Metro Awakening missed sales targets.
  • Embracer's VR portfolio faces weak headset demand and lower returns on headset-exclusive games.
  • If headset adoption stalls, Vertigo's VR-only business dies by 2027.

What makes Vertigo unique

  • Vertigo Games spans VR development and publishing across Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Los Angeles.
  • Arizona Sunshine franchise defines Vertigo's co-op zombie identity across VR and flatscreen.
  • The 7th Guest remake and Metro Awakening prove Vertigo's franchise-to-platform adaptation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Meal Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Company Equity

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Holidays

Company News

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Jun 1st, 2023
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Vertigo Games has already announced the sequel to the VR classic and cult zombie game for Playstation VR 2, with a co-op mode for up to four players confirmed so far.

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May 24th, 2023
Arizona Sunshine II announced for PS VR2, SteamVR

Vertigo Games has announced Arizona Sunshine II for PlayStation VR2 and SteamVR.

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May 24th, 2023
Classic VR Zombie Shooter 'Arizona Sunshine' Sequel Revealed for PSVR 2 & PC VR – Road to VR

During PlayStation’s gaming showcase today, Vertigo Games unveiled the sequel to its classic zombie-shooting adventure, Arizona Sunshine (2016).