Ropstam Game Studio

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder and CEO of an entertainment company focused on Scottish dance and related products.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Ropstam Game Studio?

We needed support to redesign an old game we had created in Flash in 2000.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Ropstam Game Studio redesigned and redeveloped our game from scratch. The team handled all aspects of the game development, including graphics and deployment.

What is the team composition?

We worked with one teammate from Ropstam Game Studio.

How did you come to work with Ropstam Game Studio?

We found Ropstam Game Studio through an online search. We chose them over other options because of their high ratings and good value for cost.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent less than $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from September–December 2025.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Ropstam Game Studio delivered a working game. However, it’s too early to tell the impact of the game.

How did Ropstam Game Studio perform from a project management standpoint?

Ropstam Game Studio delivered on time and within budget. We had internal milestones and quality checks during the project to track progress before the launch. I checked all aspects of the game's usability, and the team responded quickly to the changes needed. We communicated through virtual meetings.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Ropstam Game Studio's communication was very good.

Are there any areas they could improve?

The team could have suggested potential improvements to the game.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Algora AS

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

At Algora, we are the foremost hub for the brightest minds in development, technology, and problem-solving. We cultivate a dynamic environment where exceptional talents converge, collaborate, and flourish driven by a shared passion for tackling complex challenges.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ropstam Game Studio to accomplish?

• From the outset of our collaboration with Ropstam Game Studio, we approached the engagement with a clear set of priorities that were central to Algora’s broader mission. We needed a partner who could not only build a complex mobile application for us, but also understand the spirit in which we operate: a collective of thinkers who tackle challenges with precision, curiosity, and a genuine drive to create something that rises above convention. The core objective was to transform a rough conceptual framework into an application that could serve as a practical extension of our software development ecosystem. We wanted a platform that demonstrated technical finesse while also remaining intuitive for the end users we support, and it was important for us that the team we brought in could adapt to the intensive, highly collaborative rhythm that defines Algora. As our internal teams are accustomed to solving deeply nuanced engineering problems, the expectations for this mobile initiative were naturally high — and Ropstam was entrusted with the responsibility of matching that standard.

SOLUTION

How did you find Ropstam Game Studio?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Ropstam Game Studio over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Ropstam Game Studio were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

As the work began, it became clear that Ropstam intended to dig deeply into the full breadth of the project rather than treating it as a simple development request. Their involvement was extensive and well-structured, covering everything from architectural planning and UX mapping to the more intricate layers of mobile app engineering. There was a particular moment early on during a technical workshop when our teams were reviewing a feature tied to dynamic data processing. Most vendors might have acknowledged the requirement and moved on, but Ropstam paused the discussion, brought up an alternative logic model, and walked us through how performance and stability could be substantially strengthened by approaching the component’s workflow differently. It was the sort of exchange we are more accustomed to having internally  thoughtful, challenging, and anchored in engineering integrity. This approach continued throughout the project. They provided prototypes that clarified direction, iterative builds that allowed us to validate assumptions quickly, and detailed progress reviews that made it easy to see how the application was evolving.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The results of their work became evident early on, particularly during our internal testing phases. The first functional builds were unusually stable, allowing our QA team to test real workflows rather than fix foundational issues. One memorable moment came when we simulated heavy data interactions to challenge the system’s resilience  the application responded consistently, without the hiccups that typically accompany the early stages of a complex mobile project. This reliability carried into integration with our Norwegian development team, who found the codebase cleanly structured and straightforward to align with our existing infrastructure. The progression felt natural, and it was clear that Ropstam’s attention to detail had prevented many of the bottlenecks we often encounter with outside vendors. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

On the management side, Ropstam maintained a steady, dependable rhythm. They adhered to agreed timelines without creating unnecessary pressure and responded to our feedback with clarity and patience. Whenever we raised a concern, the response was never simply “we’ll fix it”; instead, they walked us through options, explained the implications of each path, and helped us make informed decisions. There were moments when we introduced late adjustments that would have disrupted a less flexible team, yet Ropstam handled them with composure and ensured the project continued moving smoothly.

What was your primary form of communication with Ropstam Game Studio?

• In-Person Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed us most was the sense of ownership they brought to the engagement. They didn’t approach this as a transactional assignment. Several times, their developers went beyond the stated requirements, offering architectural improvements or suggesting workflow adjustments that ultimately strengthened the final product. One instance in particular stands out: during a design discussion, they identified a potential bottleneck in user navigation and proposed an alternative we hadn’t considered. The solution not only simplified the interface but made the entire user journey more intuitive. It is rare to find an external partner who engages with the product as if it were their own, but Ropstam consistently did just that. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ropstam Game Studio could have done differently?

NO

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of K1 Digital Solutions

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

NURV is a digital experience and web software development agency that blends cutting-edge technology with compelling storytelling. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO and powered by a U.S.-led team with global reach—we engineer scalable platforms, seamless web apps, and immersive brand experiences that engage, convert, and grow.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ropstam Game Studio to accomplish?

From the outset, our intention in approaching Ropstam Game Studio was to find a partner capable of elevating our vision for a fully immersive AR/VR solution tailored for K1 Digital Solutions. We had reached a point where our traditional software interfaces no longer captured the dynamism of the experiences we wanted to deliver. What we sought was a studio adept at transforming complex ideas into something users could step into—literally. 
Our primary objectives were to build an interactive environment that blended realism with intuitive navigation, create prototypes that we could test internally with various stakeholder groups, and ultimately establish an AR/VR ecosystem that would integrate seamlessly with our existing software framework. It was essential for us to find a team that not only understood the technology but could also interpret the deeper purpose behind our product vision.

SOLUTION

How did you find Ropstam Game Studio?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Ropstam Game Studio over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Ropstam Game Studio were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

As the engagement with Ropstam Game Studio unfolded, the scope of work naturally became extensive. They began by helping us refine the conceptual outline, ensuring that the immersive experience would align with both our business goals and the expectations of the industries we serve. They then transitioned into designing the 3D environments, character interactions, and spatial workflows that would give shape to the AR/VR platform. 
At each stage, they provided fully interactive prototypes that allowed us to walk through the experiences in real time, enabling us to make informed decisions long before development was finalized. Their deliverables included not only the fully functioning VR environment but also AR interactions for mobile-based applications, detailed journey maps for user flows, environmental audio design, and extensive testing builds that our internal teams could run on multiple devices. 
By the time the project reached full implementation, every key element from the lighting in the virtual spaces to the responsiveness of gesture-based controls felt refined and intentionally crafted.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The outcomes became evident as soon as we introduced the first complete demo to our internal decision-makers. Teams that had previously struggled to visualize abstract product concepts found themselves completely immersed, interacting naturally with environments that once existed only on whiteboards. Our sales and client engagement departments began using the prototypes as part of their early presentations, reporting that prospective clients were far more engaged and curious than before. Beyond this, we noticed that our design and engineering teams developed a much clearer shared understanding of product requirements, which greatly improved communication across departments. These results were not only encouraging but also fundamental in helping us shape the next phase of our digital roadmap.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Ropstam Game Studio’s approach to project management consistently stood out. They demonstrated a disciplined structure without being rigid, and every milestone was delivered when they said it would be. When unexpected adjustments surfaced as they inevitably do in AR/VR development—they handled them with clarity and composure. 
There were moments when our team requested last-minute changes to accommodate feedback from leadership; instead of expressing frustration, they returned with revised builds and clear explanations of the impacts. Their responsiveness was not simply timely but thoughtful, and we always felt that they genuinely wanted to understand why we needed something changed rather than just focusing on what needed to be done.

What was your primary form of communication with Ropstam Game Studio?

• In-Person Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The most striking aspect of working with the team was their ability to merge creativity with technical depth. Many teams excel at one or the other, but it is rare to find a partner that balances both so naturally. During one early session, for example, we struggled to articulate how we wanted users to feel when entering a key environment. 
Instead of asking for more technical specifications, their team asked us to describe it in emotional terms what we wanted the space to evoke, how we envisioned the user’s first moment. They then translated that conversation into a beautifully atmospheric environment that felt exactly right, capturing the essence of our idea in a way we had not yet been able to express. That blend of imagination and practicality became a defining thread throughout the entire collaboration.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ropstam Game Studio could have done differently?

NO