Elite Gaming Developers Who Hit the Ground Running

Add momentum to your game development team with full-time engineers who plug into your stack, follow your rituals, and contribute immediately. No churn, no delays, no long-term lock-ins.

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Why Top Game Studios Choose X-Team


Our on-demand staffing model is built for gaming leaders under pressure to meet aggressive timelines, overcome production bottlenecks, and scale teams with flexibility — without sacrificing quality.

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Easy to Scale Up or Down

Start with one developer or a full squad.

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Follow Your Workflows

Developers adopt with your tools, processes, and rituals from day one.

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Experts in Game Mechanics

Our developers have the skills to build cutting-edge, immersive experiences

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Fewer Compliance Hassles

We handle onboarding, contracts, legal, and global talent payments.

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Built for Long-Term Value

Our developers stay engaged and committed, reducing churn.

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Scalable Infrastructure

We know how to build the foundations that games need to delight millions.

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We have X-Team engineers who are so motivated, and they onboard quickly, looking for ways to add value from day one. I always say it’s very easy to scale software nowadays, but it’s very difficult to scale an organization quickly, and X-Team makes this problem look very easy for us. It’s amazing.

 

Himeet Gudhka
Engineering Manager, Localization Technology Team

 

The Tech That Matters Most to You

Unity

Godot

Unreal Engine

Java

Python

TypeScript

.NET

Golang

C/C++

Rust

Node.js

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Blockchain

AR/VR

AWS

Azure

GCP

Python

TensorFlow

Keras

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

LLM

NLP

Statistics

Predictive Modeling

Data Visualization

Machine Learning (supervised and unsupervised learning)

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Databricks

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Redshift

Spark

Redis

React

Lua

SRE

DevOps

Jenkins

Kubernetes

Docker

Terraform

Ansible

CI/CD

GitHub Actions

Monitoring/Logging

Python/Golang/Bash/Shell Scripting

Selenium

Cypress

Jest

Mocha

TestNG

Appium

JUnit

Procedural Generation

Gaming-Native Talent That Just Gets It

Our developers don’t just understand game dev — they live it. From LAN parties to live ops, they’ve grown up in online communities, contributed to mod scenes, and stayed up for midnight launches.


This isn't outsourced engineering. It’s culturally aligned, passionate talent that feels like an extension of your studio.

Trusted by Top Gaming Studios

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Let’s Build Together

At X-Team, we provide full-time developers who become the driving force behind your success. They're here to push boundaries, accelerate production, and fuel innovation in every sprint.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring Gaming Developers With X-Team

How is X-Team different from talent platforms or marketplaces?

Platforms may give you access to a list of freelancers — but you’re on the hook for vetting, onboarding, and keeping them engaged. X-Team provides:

  •  Fully committed, pre-vetted developers
  •  Developers who integrate into your stack, rituals, and tools
  •  Long-term talent with strong security awareness

How is X-Team different from a game development agency or studio?

Game development agencies are typically designed to deliver a finished feature or product. They’re great when you need an external team to own a scoped build. But if you’re looking to expand your internal team with long-term, embedded talent — that’s where X-Team comes in.

  •  You stay in control. We give you the developers — you manage the work.
  •  You scale as needed. Start with one engineer or build out a full squad.
  •  You get continuity. Our developers stick with your team as your product evolves.

We’re not here to replace your studio. We’re here to help you scale it.

Who owns the code and IP when we work with X-Team?

You do. All code, systems, and assets developed by X-Teamers while working on your project belong entirely to you as long as payment is current.

Unlike some agencies that may retain rights to tools or components, X-Team operates under clean, straightforward IP agreements:

  •  You own everything your developers create.
  •  No reused libraries or toolkits unless you approve them.
  •  All contracts include work-for-hire and IP assignment clauses to protect your product and roadmap.

Your game, your code, your IP.

How fast can we ramp up a developer or team?

In many cases, we can match you with a single developer within a few weeks. Larger teams take longer, depending on the skill sets and number of engineers required. 

Can your developers work in our engine, stack, and toolchain?

Yes. We match developers based on your tech requirements, whether you're building in Unity, Unreal, or a proprietary engine. Our developers have experience with C++, C#, networking stacks, backend infrastructure, live ops systems, and more.

How do X-Teamers integrate into our workflow?

X-Team developers follow your rituals from day one — whether that’s daily standups, code reviews, playtests, or sprint planning. They use your tools and collaborate with your in-house team like any other full-time contributor.

What happens if a developer isn’t the right fit?

If a developer isn’t working out, we’ll resolve the issue quickly — whether that means addressing the problem directly or replacing the developer. Our goal is long-term cultural fit, not just fast placement.

How does X-Team support distributed collaboration across time zones?

Our model is built for async-first work, but we also prioritize overlap with your core working hours. We’ll match you with developers who can collaborate in real time where it matters, while staying productive around the clock.

Do your developers work well with artists, designers, and producers?

Yes. We look for strong communication and collaboration skills — not just technical ability. Our developers know how to work cross-functionally with creative and production teams to bring great ideas to life.

How do you ensure code quality and security?

We align with your existing code quality practices — including peer reviews, testing frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and documentation standards. On the security side, all developers use secure, company-issued devices and follow best practices around credentials, code access, and IP handling.

How do you handle legal, compliance, and talent payments across regions?

Yes. X-Team manages the full operational layer so you can scale globally without the legal or logistical friction.

  •  We handle onboarding, contracts, NDAs, and background checks.
  •  We ensure every developer is properly classified and compliant in their country of residence.
  •  You receive a single, simple invoice — no paperwork overload, no surprises.

No matter where your developer calls home, you get peace of mind knowing everything’s covered — legally, securely, and by the book.

Do I have to sign a long-term contract?

We’ll sign an MSA that covers the terms of our work together. After that, our minimum engagement for a contracted scope of work is 3 months.

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