About Arctic Operations
We are an indie studio based in the Netherlands, with a passion for games and education. Our mission is to provide educational entertainment. Our current game, Scaly Sanctuary, is all about reptiles and taking care of them. Would you like to hear more about the development, or even join as a play tester? Feel free to reach out via our social media or email address!
Our Games
Ascherwald
Scaly Sanctuary
A reptile sanctuary simulator, where you learn to take care of reptiles and other exotic animals while scaling your business.
Cats against darkness
The Team
Andy
Creative Lead and co-founder
They define the narrative direction and overall creative vision of the studio's games. With a strong interest in cozy game experiences and storytelling, Andy focuses on building worlds and themes that feel approachable, thoughtful, and emotionally engaging.
Megan
Lead Programmer and co-founder
She is responsible for turning creative concepts into functional, playable systems, with a focus on clean implementation and solid mechanics. Megan ensures that ideas are technically sound and scalable from early prototypes to full game builds.
Jip
Lead Artist
He creates the visual identity of the studio's projects, from in-game assets to broader presentation. Jip's work emphasizes clarity, cohesion, and atmosphere, helping ensure that the visuals support gameplay while giving each project a distinct character.
Valentino
Game Designer and Programmer
With a background in game design and ongoing research into educational games, he contributes both creative and technical insight to development. Valentino supports gameplay systems with a focus on meaningful mechanics and player understanding.