Smilecoast Games — game development, marketing, and publishing, run by someone who calls The Gambia home.

ABOUT

Run by someone who calls The Gambia home.

Smilecoast Games is a game development studio based in The Gambia, West Africa.

Maximilian Barth, Founder of Smilecoast Games

Who We Are

Smilecoast Games is an independent game development studio founded in 2025 by Maximilian Barth in The Gambia, West Africa. The company specializes in building expressive, character‑driven interactive experiences for a global audience.

Our vision is to establish West Africa as a meaningful contributor to the international games industry. We develop games inspired by African style, culture, and creative energy — transforming regional identity into globally engaging entertainment.

Our mission is to deliver fresh perspectives and vibrant, culturally grounded worlds by creating games with a distinctly African aesthetic and vibe. Through high‑quality craftsmanship, strong artistic direction, and a commitment to innovation, Smilecoast Games aims to elevate African creativity onto the world stage.

Our Core Principles

Player First

We build experiences that respect players’ time, creativity, and passion.

Craft from The Gambia

Our roots in The Gambia shape our stories, our worlds, and our studio culture.

Sustainable Creativity

We aim for long-term, sustainable development that keeps teams healthy and inspired.

Last updated: 06 2026

Our Team

Maximilian Barth, CEO of Smilecoast Games

Maximilian Barth

CEO / Managing Director / Chief Developer