Galaxy Grove was established and is creatively directed by Joost van Dongen — an award-winning veteran of the video game industry known for titles such as Awesomenauts, Swords & Soldiers, Blightbound, Robo Maestro, Proun, Cello Fortress, and De Blob.

Based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, Galaxy Grove is a dedicated game development studio focused on crafting high-quality 3D management and building games for entertainment audiences. Our mission is to create experiences that combine distinctive art direction, a captivating atmosphere, and intuitive, player-centered gameplay. Today, our team of sixteen passionate developers continues to grow, following the successful release of our debut title in October 2023 and pushing forward with several innovative new projects in development.

Working at Galaxy Grove

At Galaxy Grove, we are proud to be an inclusive and collaborative game development studio where everyone who shares a passion for creating remarkable games is welcome. Our culture is built on mutual growth, open communication, and continuous learning — helping each other refine our craft and expand our creative skills. We believe that great games are made by happy teams, which is why we actively promote a healthy work-life balance and avoid overtime or crunch periods. Creativity thrives best in an environment where respect, balance, and passion come together.

Career Opportunities

• We currently don’t have any open positions available. However, we’re always on the lookout for talented and enthusiastic individuals who want to join our journey in shaping the future of 3D management and building games. Keep an eye on this page — new game development job openings will be announced in the coming months!

Internships

Freelancers

• At the moment, Galaxy Grove is not seeking new freelance collaborators. We occasionally partner with external professionals in specialized areas of game development, 3D art, or technical design, so feel free to check back in the future for potential opportunities.

Further Information

• We do not offer short observation or trial internships (“snuffelstages”).
• Our internship programs typically run for 4 to 5 months, full-time, at our office in Utrecht, the Netherlands.
• Every six months, we open new internship positions in the fields of 3D art, game design, and C++ programming. These internships provide hands-on experience in real game production alongside our development team.
• To apply, please refer to the details listed in the specific internship openings once they become available.

For updates about upcoming jobs and internship opportunities, follow Joost van Dongen on social media for the latest announcements from Galaxy Grove.

Our upcoming city-building simulation game Town to City is set to launch in 2025! Step into the charm of the 19th-century Mediterranean world, where you’ll design, build, and nurture your very own town as it grows into a thriving metropolis. Every building, street, and garden can be freely placed and customized, allowing you to craft a beautiful and living city full of character and warmth. Town to City is a cozy, creative, and relaxing city management game that lets you shape your community, balance growth, and build a home your citizens will love.

In October 2023, we proudly launched our award-winning debut title Station to Station on Steam — a minimalist yet captivating railway-building simulation game that invites players to slow down and enjoy the art of connection. Designed as a relaxing and visually stunning experience, Station to Station lets you build railway networks across a charming voxel-art world, bringing distant places to life through the rhythm and magic of trains. Put on your conductor’s hat, lay the tracks, and watch the world transform with every station you create.