"Isopoda are one of the most diverse orders of crustaceans, including the terrestrial Armadillidium Vulgare, also known as pill bug, sow bug, doodle bug, armadillo bug, or simply the roly-poly. These little bugs are quite resilient, protected by a shell-like exoskeleton. Characterized by their ability to roll into a ball, they are beloved by children and ostracized by adults."
Hey, not a bad metaphor for who we are and what we do. "Resilient", meaning we’ve been at it for quite some time and haven’t given up yet. To "roll into a ball" is a staple play mechanic in videogames - a medium, which is appreciated primarily by the "young at heart".
Don’t get it? That’s okay, we admit, it’s a stretch. Hopefully you just like the name. And, if you’d prefer a more 'traditional' description, read on…
"Founded by Peter Morawiec and Adrian Stephens in January 2007, Isopod Labs is a new R&D studio aiming to deliver innovative games and software via online downloads and traditional distribution channels, for console, PC, and handheld platforms.
Along with its first product, the company is developing a next-generation cross-platform engine and asset workflow to facilitate rapid prototyping and quick-to-market delivery of its future titles.
Isopod Labs, LLC is located in Santa Monica, California."
To learn about our projects, see the Projects page. To find out more scintillating details about isopods, see Wikipedia.