Isaac Brooks
Co-founder, Director, CEO
Conor Norwood
Co-founder, Director
Nickolas Stezycki
Co-founder, Director
The Founding Team
Founded in May 2024 by Isaac Brooks, Conor Norwood, and Nickolas Stezycki, Runic Studios emerged from a shared frustration with the current state of the gaming industry. Tired of the predatory practices and profit-driven mindset of many AAA studios, the founders set out to create a company that prioritises players over profits.
Runic Studios is committed to a "Player Before Payers" philosophy, focusing on developing games that players will love and enjoy without the intrusion of microtransactions, paywalls, or other exploitative tactics. Runic Studios is driven by a clear vision for the future: to grow into a respected name in the gaming world and challenge current industry standards. The founders are determined to make waves and bring back the once-lost passion for game development.
As Runic Studios continues to evolve, it remains dedicated to its mission of treating players right and reshaping the gaming landscape. The journey is just beginning, and the team is eager to bring their vision to life.
Our Vision
At our small but fierce company in Manchester, UK, we’re on a mission to shake up the world of game development. We’re driven by a huge passion to bring back the magic that seems to have vanished in the AAA scene, where it feels like profits come before players. We’re not just another game studio—we’re here to make a real difference. We want to revive the joy and creativity that gaming is all about, and we’re determined to push boundaries and challenge the norm.
Co-founded by Isaac Brooks, Conor Norwood and Nickolas Stezycki. We have big dreams and even bigger plans. We’re ready to face any challenge head-on and put everything we’ve got into making games that truly excite and inspire.
