At the heart of everything we do
is an obsession with “experience” — the engagement of each of our senses, an embrace of the profoundness of tactile interactions and a respect for nostalgia and the cathartic curiosity that it embodies.
Our Story
Since its inception in 2005, the team at iam8bit has remained true to its core vision — to champion artistry across disciplines.
From creating the world’s first pop culture art show to revolutionizing the market for physical games and vinyl soundtracks, we’ve kept our eyes on that prize. At the heart of everything we do is an obsession with “experience” — the engagement of each of our senses, an embrace of the profoundness of tactile interactions and a respect for nostalgia and the cathartic curiosity that it embodies. Through iam8bit Presents, we’ve funded and published a slate of entirely original games for PC, console, and other digital game platforms! Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, and watch closely to see a common thread emerge around what it means for a game to be “iam8bit”.
iam8bit doesn’t just make physical products and run events
In 2022, iam8bit launched its digital game publishing label alongside its first smash-hit success title Escape Academy, the ultimate Escape Room game set at a school where promising students train to become expert Escapists!
Since then, the team has shipped the NES-tinged throwback Garbage Pail Kids: Mad Mike and the Quest for Stale Gum; and the chill-vibes simulator, Simpler Times.
In 2026, we’re excited for the world to play the sequel to Escape Academy, Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School and the pixel-art-powered RPG, Petal Runner!
iam8bit Presents offers a soup-to-nuts approach to publishing, including everything from financing to publishing, fostering friendships with developers who share their keen attention to detail, cheerful obsession with aesthetics, and unwavering dedication to absolute quality.
Partnerships
Mission & Values
At iam8bit Presents, our goal is to help bring awesome games to life through decades of experience and collaborative efforts in the video game and entertainment industries.
With a commitment to Quality, Innovation, Collaboration, and Integrity, we aim to create experiences that delight for generations to come.
We believe that games are for everyone and see the interactive nature of the medium as fertile ground for exploring creative innovation in a way that speaks to both the human experience and the importance of fun.
Through ethical business practices, strong partnerships, social initiatives, and general integrity, we hope to help build a stronger development community.
Innovation
We envision beyond the expected to advance ideas and create meaningful work.
Quality
We care about ownership, clarity, and follow-through, knowing that how we work is what produces quality results.
Integrity
We share what’s true, do what we say, and take responsibility for the impact of our choices, even when it’s hard.
Collaboration
We create belonging and shared ownership by working together.
Testimonials
Escape Academy
“Working with publishers, a big concern for us was what support our title would have years after release, and iam8bit has shown a repeated and consistent care for Escape Academy for more than 3 years from launch.”
Wyatt Bushnell, Coin Crew Games
Escape Academy
“iam8bit have been great partners to work with. Their communication and transparency is top notch, and they’ve got a unique positioning in the indie games space.”
Mike Salyh, Coin Crew Games
Petal Runner
“iam8bit Presents consists of the most friendly and imaginative individuals who - at their core - love video games. They’re also really good at what they do.”
Brandon James Greer, Nano Park Studio
Petal Runner
"As cheesy as this sounds, working with iam8bit Presents feels like a family. Their team provides valuable production and marketing insights, and we all have fun scheming our creative plans together!" -
Danny Guo, Nano Park Studio
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