NPC Scripter & Multiplayer Designer for Games

Forbidden Kemono Studio LLC is recruiting two programmers to join Tavern Tycoon: Brew & Brawl, a semi-realistic stylized tavern management game with combat elements, built in Unreal Engine 5. These are remote, revenue-share only roles (no salary, stipend, or hourly pay). Applicants must be based in the USA or Canada. Open Roles NPC Scripter (Tavern Tycoon) You’ll focus on making the tavern feel alive through smart, readable NPC behavior. Responsibilities • Implement and refine AI for customers, staff, and enemies (goblins) • Build behavior logic using state machines, behavior trees, or similar systems • Support combat encounters, tavern raids, and daily simulation loops • Work closely with designers to tune pacing, difficulty, and player flow • Fix bugs and polish gameplay systems tied to AI behavior Requirements • Unreal Engine 5 experience (Blueprints required, C++ a plus) • Familiarity with AI concepts (states, behavior trees, navigation) • At least one gameplay or AI example project (prototype is fine) Multiplayer Designer (Multiplayer / Systems) You’ll help design and support multiplayer or network-ready systems for current and future features. Responsibilities • Implement and maintain networked gameplay systems • Handle replication, RPCs, and authority flow • Support co-op or multiplayer features where applicable • Debug sync, latency, and connection issues • Work with gameplay and AI programmers to keep systems stable Requirements • Unreal Engine networking experience • Understanding of replication, client/server logic, and RPCs • Blueprint or C++ experience (either is acceptable) General Requirements (Both Roles) • Comfortable collaborating remotely via Discord • Able to work within an existing project and take feedback • Based in the USA or Canada • Comfortable with a revenue-share only, long-term indie project Compensation • Revenue-share only (no upfront pay) • Percentage is project-based and documented in the Independent Contractor Agreement before starting How to Apply Apply through our official job application form and specify which role you’re applying for (AI Programmer, Networking Programmer, or both): Apply here: • Please include a short intro and links to your portfolio, GitHub, or gameplay demos. Apply tot his job