Hell Bleeds warrior looking toward the camera

About

Building worlds inspired byAfrican legends.

Codebox Games is an independent game development studio based in Nigeria, creating immersive and original gaming experiences inspired by African mythology, folklore, history, and culture. We believe the stories, traditions, and legends of Africa have the power to captivate players around the world when brought to life through exceptional game design and storytelling.

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Our story

Stories with the power to travel.

Our mission is to build memorable worlds that combine authentic cultural inspiration with innovative gameplay, striking visuals, and meaningful narratives. Whether exploring ancient myths, forgotten kingdoms, or original fantasy worlds, we are committed to creating games that leave a lasting impression on players.

Our debut title, Hell Bleeds, marks the beginning of this journey, showcasing our passion for cinematic world-building, immersive gameplay, and storytelling rooted in African heritage.

2021

Codebox Games is formally established as an independent Nigerian studio.

Now

The team is building Hell Bleeds for players around the world.

At Codebox Games, we're building more than games. We're creating worlds where African stories inspire unforgettable adventures for a global audience.

A village burning at night in Hell Bleeds

Hell Bleeds / Development image

The team

Meet the people building the worlds.

A multidisciplinary team bringing African-inspired stories to life through world-building, gameplay, art, and technology.

Peter Reezer

Kingsford Appiah

Olamide Famojuro

Bolaji Akinleye

Segun Olayinka

Prosper

Rume

What guides us

Build with purpose.

We want the work to be ambitious, the process to be thoughtful, and every person on the team to have a meaningful voice.

Authenticity

We approach culture as a foundation, not decoration, and build with respect for the stories that inspire us.

Craft

We hold our ideas, visuals, systems, and storytelling to the standard of the games we admire most.

People

Different backgrounds and perspectives make stronger teams, richer worlds, and more memorable games.