17-BIT is a boutique independent video game developer specializing in revitalizing classic genres with cutting-edge gaming experiences. Founded in 2009 by game industry veteran Jake Kazdal, 17-BIT aims to deliver iconoclastic games that challenge the expectations of traditional gaming. Including his years at Sega in Tokyo and Electronic Arts in Los Angeles, Kazdal brings decades of experience to the company’s offices in downtown Kyoto, Japan. With bold, eye-catching art and broad audience appeal, 17-BIT creates fresh game experiences that hearken back to the 16-bit era of consoles, but with the power and high definition of modern hardware. 17-BIT’s debut title was the critically acclaimed Skulls of the Shogun on Xbox 360, PS4, PC, and mobile. It was followed up by GALAK-Z: The Dimensional, released on PC, PS4, and Nintendo Switch, Galak-Z: Variant Mobile on mobile platforms and Nintendo Switch, and Song in the Smoke on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Oculus Quest, Pico, and PC.