Nostalgic gaming.
Modern technology.
A team on a mission to blend nostalgic gaming with modern technology.
Our Philosophy
Founded in 2021 following the success of the mobile game, Orna: The GPS RPG, Northern Forge Studios has found its place in the mobile games industry by offering an honest and community driven approach to operating its liveops games.
We're here to prove that you don't need to compromise the art + ethics of this medium to be successful. Listen to your customers, make a good product, and monetize fairly -- they will support you.
Company Value #1: We are all the community
Northern Forge’s success comes from being a studio that approaches studio access differently. We are not simply moderators of our gaming community: we are members, we are players, we are debate participants, and we are friends.
Our Worlds
Orna: The GPS RPG
Launched in summer 2018, Orna challenged what it meant to be a location-enabled game. It blends the turn-based combat of your favorite classic JRPGs with modern MMO features, geolocation, and an aggressively growing community. Explore shifting Monuments of ancient power, participate in deep trials, and collect class-bound rewards directly in your real-world neighborhood.
Hero of Aethric
For players who loved the deep RPG mechanics of Orna but prefer a traditional experience over GPS mechanics, we've developed Hero of Aethric. Explore a huge handcrafted pixel-art continent, immerse yourself in deep lore, and participate in epic monthly events. Level up your character through an expansive progression map and take on class-specific Monument challenges!