Smilecoast Games – Indie Game Studio from The Gambia | Mission, Values & Team

Who We Are

Crafting games from The Gambia for the world.

Smilecoast Games indie game studio team and creative workspace in The Gambia

Our Story

Smilecoast Games is an independent studio based in The Gambia, focused on building expressive, character-driven games for a global audience.

We believe that great games can come from anywhere. Our mission is to bring fresh perspectives, vibrant worlds, and meaningful play to players everywhere.

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.

Our Games

BAENANA

BAENANA

A fast, chaotic arena shooter with fruit heroes, veggie hordes, and a distinct visual identity.

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Last updated: May 2026

Our Team

Team Member

Max

CEO / Managing Director / Chief Developer

Our Vision

We aim to grow Smilecoast Games into a leading creative force from The Gambia, bringing fresh ideas and expressive worlds to players everywhere.

Our long-term vision is to build sustainable game development in The Gambia—supporting local talent, inspiring new creators, and showing that great games can come from anywhere.