Ska Studios

Ska Studios, a name whispered with reverence in the halls of indie gaming, is the development house of husband and wife team, Michelle and James Silva. Their games, instantly recognizable for their distinct hand-drawn art style and grim atmospheres, have carved a unique niche within the metroidvania landscape. The studio is best known for their breakout hit, "Salt and Sanctuary", a punishing action RPG that seamlessly blends the dark fantasy of "Dark Souls" with the sprawling exploration of classic metroidvanias like "Castlevania". The success of "Salt and Sanctuary" has cemented Ska Studios as a reliable source of challenging, atmospheric, and deeply engaging gaming experiences, with devoted fanbase eagerly awaiting their next shadowy creation. They are the masters of crafting punishing, yet fair, action RPG gameplay loops.