Good people low crunch - Game Designer Pocket Gems Employee Review

5.0
14 Dec 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Everyone I have worked with are top notch, nice, helpful, and just super chill. Zero sexism or homophobia and thats, sadly, a rarity in the game design industry. Low to no crunch. I have been working only 40 hours a week instead of the 50+ I have put in in other jobs. Good benefits including healthcare, dental, vision, reproductive, addiction assistance, 401K, and more! When at the office lunch is provided everyday as well as snacks and events are regularly-scheduled (game nights, holiday parties, escape rooms, etc.) Good retention, most staff have been here 5+ years.

Cons

Being located in downtown SF is a bit annoying it would be nice if it were located somewhere more certainly located in the bay so it's easier for everyone in the area to get to.

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5.0
16 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

they looks for smart people. interviews can be tough, but it's a fun place to work and they respect what you do. They do give young people opportunities to succeed as well and take on their own projects.

Cons

take it or leave it, it is a games company. everybody loves games. sometime though it's like whoa, you know the details of Mario Kart way beyond what a normal human should know.

5.0
5 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Fully remote position with flexible break times.

Cons

No opportunity for temps to stay on, known fact when hired though!

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