Turtle Rock Studios is an independent game developer founded in 2002 by Chris Ashton and Phil Robb in Orange County, California. The studio has established itself through award-winning titles in multiplayer and cooperative gaming, including Left 4 Dead, Evolve, and Back 4 Blood. The company operates as a multi-project studio with a focus on pushing the boundaries of multiplayer action and cooperative gaming experiences.
The studio is structured around three core values: autonomy, contribution, and collaboration. Team members are given creative agency in game development, with ideas welcomed and discussed across departments. Game creation is treated as a team effort, with active discussion to ensure all voices are heard. The studio maintains a daily cadence of studio-wide playtests to inform design decisions.
Turtle Rock Studios supports flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio to fully remote positions throughout North America. The company hosts regular events, both in-person and virtual, to foster connection among team members. The studio emphasises that everyone is a gamer, reflecting its culture and approach to game development.