Avalanche Studios Group expands to Liverpool

STOCKHOLM (May 28th, 2020) – Avalanche Studios Group announced today that it will open a new location in Liverpool, United Kingdom. A core team of 5 developers starts in June, while the recruitment for an additional 20 positions starts immediately. Within the next two years, the location is expected to grow to over 50.

Liverpool will be the company’s fourth location following Stockholm, New York City and Malmö. It will initially collaborate with the other locations on the development of current and future IPs from Expansive Worlds, a creative division of Avalanche Studios Group, responsible for the successful theHunter franchise.

– I’m excited about Avalanche Studios Group becoming a part of Liverpool’s thriving game development scene and how we can contribute to it in terms of our unique games and culture, says Pim Holfve, CEO of Avalanche Studios Group. The Liverpool location will play an important role in our sustainable growth strategy to recruit over 100 people in 2020.

Following the UK Government’s Guidance for employers and businesses on COVID-19, all employees in Liverpool will initially join and work remotely until a physical office can be established.

– Our employees' health and safety is our top priority, says Pim Holfve. We are working hard to create a sustainable way for all our employees to work from home and maintain a sound work-life balance during these difficult times.

With over 17 years of experience, a strong portfolio of games and focus on a sustainable and inclusive work culture, Avalanche Studios Group aims to fill a unique position in Liverpool. View all job openings here.