Building Games That Feel Like Home

Your game development partner for nature-inspired experiences, Canadian content expertise, and North American market strategy. We create games with the warmth of a wilderness lodge and the reliability of trusted guides.

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Canadian Expertise
Nature-Focused
Market Strategy
Canadian wilderness game development

Finding the Right Development Partner Can Feel Overwhelming

Navigating Funding Requirements

Canadian funding programs have specific content requirements that can be challenging to understand and implement. Missing these criteria means missing opportunities for financial support.

Understanding North American Markets

The US and Canadian markets have distinct characteristics and regulatory considerations. Without local knowledge, cross-border publishing can become unnecessarily complicated.

Finding Development Expertise

Many studios focus on high-action games, but nature-themed and calming experiences require different design approaches. Finding developers who understand peaceful gameplay is not always straightforward.

Managing Complex Projects

Game development involves coordination between design, development, compliance, and market strategy. Without experienced guidance, projects can become fragmented and overwhelming.

These challenges are real, but they're also solvable with the right partner who understands both the technical and cultural landscape of Canadian game development.

A Welcoming Approach to Game Development

At Mapleshire, we combine technical expertise with the warmth of Canadian hospitality. Our approach feels less like corporate service and more like collaborating with a trusted guide who knows the terrain.

Nature-Inspired Design

We specialize in creating calming, nature-themed game experiences. Our design philosophy embraces the peaceful aspects of outdoor settings, wilderness exploration, and natural beauty.

Canadian Content Expertise

Based in Toronto, we understand Canadian funding requirements thoroughly. We help ensure your games meet CanCon criteria for CMF, OMDC, and other funding bodies.

North American Strategy

We provide market strategy that addresses both US and Canadian dynamics, helping you navigate cross-border considerations and continental market coordination.

How We Work Together

Our process feels natural and collaborative, like planning a wilderness expedition with experienced guides who care about your journey.

01

Discovery

We learn about your vision and goals in a relaxed conversation.

02

Planning

Together we map out the approach that fits your needs and situation.

03

Development

We create your game with regular updates and opportunities for input.

04

Launch

We guide your game to market with ongoing support and strategy.

From Concept to Completed Game

We've helped game creators transform their ideas into reality, navigating the journey from initial concept through to published, funded projects. Your game development journey can follow a similar path.

Where You Might Be Now

  • Game concept ready but unsure about development approach
  • Interested in Canadian funding but unfamiliar with requirements
  • Looking for North American market expertise
  • Want to create nature-themed experiences but need guidance

Where We'll Help You Get

  • Completed game that reflects your original vision
  • Compliance with Canadian content requirements for funding eligibility
  • Clear strategy for US and Canadian market entry
  • Published game with ongoing support for growth

Experience You Can Trust

Toronto

Based in Canada's largest city with deep local market knowledge

CanCon

Specialized expertise in Canadian content requirements and funding

Nature

Focus on outdoor and wilderness-themed game experiences

Why Game Creators Choose Mapleshire

Toronto-Based Studio

Located at 100 Adelaide Street West in downtown Toronto, we understand Canadian game development from the inside.

Funding Expertise

We help navigate CMF, OMDC, and other Canadian funding requirements so your projects qualify for financial support.

Nature-Themed Specialization

Our focus on outdoor and wilderness experiences means we understand how to create calming, immersive natural environments.

Market Strategy Knowledge

We provide guidance for both US and Canadian markets, helping you navigate cross-border publishing considerations.

Let's Talk About Your Game

Share your game concept with us, and we'll get back to you to discuss how we can help bring it to life.

No Pressure, Just Conversation

We understand that choosing a development partner is an important decision. That's why we start with a relaxed conversation to see if we're the right fit for your project.

Initial Chat

A friendly conversation about your game and goals, with no obligations.

Honest Assessment

We'll let you know if we can help, and suggest other options if we're not the right fit.

Your Timeline

Move forward when you're ready. There's no rush or pressure from our side.

Start With a Conversation

Our Game Development Services

We offer three specialized services designed to address different aspects of game development, funding, and market strategy. Each can work independently or together as part of a complete approach.

Nature and outdoor game development

Nature & Outdoor Games

Create calming game experiences with wilderness exploration and natural beauty. We develop outdoor-themed games that offer peaceful satisfaction and nature appreciation.

$4,300 USD
  • Wilderness environment design
  • Calming gameplay mechanics
  • Nature appreciation focus
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Canadian content compliance for game funding

Canadian Content Requirements

Ensure your games meet CanCon requirements for CMF, OMDC, and other Canadian funding bodies. Our expertise unlocks Canadian funding opportunities.

$1,600 USD
  • CanCon compliance review
  • Funding body coordination
  • Documentation support
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North American game publishing strategy

North American Publishing

Navigate US and Canadian markets with our North American publishing strategy. We address continental market dynamics and cross-border considerations.

$2,300 USD
  • US and Canadian market analysis
  • Cross-border coordination
  • Publishing strategy development
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