Barcelona-based Mega Studio has shut down its game development division after operating for nearly five years. The studio shipped more than 35 mobile games and apps during that time, with a team that grew to as many as 40 people at its largest. Going forward, the company will operate exclusively as Mega Rewards, a growth-focused business that helps game studios and rewarded platforms scale their marketing and user acquisition.
Founder and CEO Adam Jaffe announced the closure on LinkedIn, calling it "a sad day" for the company. He highlighted the studio's work across both internal projects and external partnerships, managing multiple titles at once and building a varied catalog of mobile releases.
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Pivoting to growth services
Mega Studio will continue with a team of four employees. The company is moving away from traditional agency consulting toward what Jaffe describes as a hands-on operator model, working directly with rewarded platforms and developers to improve monetization and expand their audiences.
"This is the end of one chapter and the beginning of another," Jaffe wrote. "We are not a traditional agency. We are a small group of experienced operators who roll up our sleeves and help businesses reach their next level."
Andrei Patrascu, the last remaining developer on the team, has left the company to pursue other opportunities. His departure marks the full closure of Mega Studio's mobile development operations.
What this means for the studio
The move reflects a wider pattern in the industry, where mid-sized studios are stepping back from internal development in favor of growth and marketing specialization. Mega Studio plans to use its background in mobile gaming to deliver targeted scaling solutions, keeping the team small and focused while helping clients grow their platforms more efficiently.
The shift to growth services represents a strategic realignment that could set a template for other studios looking for sustainable models outside of direct game production.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why did Mega Studio shut down its game development division?
The studio closed its development arm to focus exclusively on growth and marketing services for rewarded platforms and game studios.
How many games did Mega Studio create before closing?
Mega Studio produced more than 35 games and apps over nearly five years of operation.
How many employees did Mega Studio have at its peak?
The studio employed up to 40 staff members at its largest point, working across multiple development projects.
What will Mega Studio focus on now?
The company will work as hands-on growth operators, helping rewarded platforms and game studios scale their marketing and user acquisition rather than functioning as a traditional agency.
Who was the final developer at Mega Studio?
Andrei Patrascu, the studio's longest-serving developer, left the company as the development division closed.
Where is Mega Studio based?
Mega Studio operates out of Barcelona, Spain.
