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WE MAKE VIDEO GAMES THAT POSITIVELY IMPACT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH

GAMES THAT ARE GOOD FOR YOU

BetterPlay Studios was built on the idea that video games are a crucial but underutilized resource to address today’s mental health crises. We intentionally craft world-class video game experiences with the guidance of mental health experts. Our games both delight and deliver positive mental health effects.

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MEET THE TEAM

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Michael Sapiro

Co-Founder and CEO

Favorite games: Alan Wake, Chrono Trigger, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Earthbound

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Vanessa Lane

Co-Founder and COO

Favorite games: Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Mario Kart and any Pokemons

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Bob Welch

Executive Producer

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Kelly Zmak

Executive Advisor

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Mark Zellmer

Board Member and Advisor

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Justin Pando

Developer

Favorite games: Chrono Trigger, Resident Evil series, Subnautica

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Aimee Daramus

Consulting Psychologist

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Alexander Kriss

Consulting Psychologist

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Rhian Perry

Animator

Favorite games: Dishonored, Chibi Robo

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Samantha Pham

Game Artist

Favorite games: Night in the Woods, Pokemon series, Little Nighmares

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Alex Pederson

Composer

Favorite games: The Shadow of the Colossus, DOOM (2016), Final Fantasy 7

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Rodger Ruzanka

Art & UI Design

Favorite games: Grima Fandango, Ace Attorney series, Twinkle Star Sprites, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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