PLAYGROUND GAMES LTD

Playground Games is looking for an experienced UI Engineer to join our Forza Horizon team on a contract basis. About us: As a premier first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and most of all fun. We are looking to expand our diverse team as we continue driving forward our BAFTA award-winning Forza Horizon franchise. About the role: Your passion for writing quality software using strong engineering practices will enable you to develop the world leading user interface of a AAA title. You are enthusiastic about delivering the best possible user experience for all our players, across a variety of platforms, input devices, languages, and preferences. You'll work closely with Art and Design teams, so your ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively is vital. You are highly motivated and approachable, with a strong desire to empower developers to realise their vision. This is a contract role based at our state-of-the-art facilities in Royal Leamington Spa. We have a hybrid work model in place with a minimum of 3 days a week in studio. Relocation assistance is available if required. What you'll do: Work closely with Art and Design teams to implement UI functionality and visuals. Maintain and extend UI systems in our custom, proprietary engine. Become a key collaborator who can work effectively within a large multi-disciplined team. What you'll bring: UI engineering experience, with demonstrable work on at least one published title (ideally AAA). Strong proficiency in the C++ programming language and object-oriented design principles. Experience implementing user interfaces on a range of platforms and input devices. Excellent task planning and delivery mindset. A genuine passion for video games and engineering. An eye for detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a world-class game with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry's most exciting first-party game studios. Playground Games is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion fuels creativity. We are dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable and welcoming working environment. We strive to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our team members. It drives our innovation and connects us closer to our players. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion across age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. At Playground Games we recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, well-being and retention of our colleagues. We celebrate difference and welcome everyone to join us and to be themselves at work. If you require any reasonable adjustments to apply for this position, please contact us on

Playground Games is looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator to join our talented Fable team in Leamington Spa. ABOUT US: As a first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and, most of all, fun. We are excited to be rebooting the much-loved Fable franchise and are expanding our diverse team to create a new classic in the action RPG genre. ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Senior Animator, you will be an integral part of the Art Team, crafting best-in-class animations for our game. You'll work closely with designers, programmers, and other artists to create captivating and emotionally resonant animations that appeal to a diverse audience and elevate the visual storytelling of our game. Our ideal candidate has extensive experience creating high-quality AAA animation and a passion for making fantastic player experiences. This is a permanent role based at our state-of-the-art facilities in Royal Leamington Spa. We have a hybrid work model in place with a minimum of 3 days a week in studio. Relocation assistance is available if required. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Create and integrate high-quality key-frame and mocap animation assets in-game. Plan and deliver on your tasks with little management overhead. Proactively mentor other staff and promote skills transfer throughout the team. Identify and raise risks and issues with work appropriately. Build a good working relationship with your discipline and the wider Art team. Identify improvements to working practices throughout the team. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: Impressive portfolio showcasing exceptional key-frame animation skills. Expertise in the principles of animation, like spacing, timing, and posing. Proficiency in industry-standard animation tools, such as Maya and Motion Builder. AAA Animation and Game Engine experience. Understanding of animation State Machines and Network Graphs. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Passion for video games and the gaming industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to make world-class game with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry's most exciting first-party game studios. Playground Games is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion fuels creativity. We are dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable and welcoming working environment. We strive to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our team members. It drives our innovation and connects us closer to our players. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion across age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. At Playground Games we recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, well-being and retention of our colleagues. We celebrate difference and welcome everyone to join us and to be themselves at work. If you require any reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact us on

Playground Games is looking for a Lead Gameplay Animator to join our talented Fable team in Leamington Spa. ABOUT US: As a first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and, most of all, fun. We are excited to be rebooting the much-loved Fable franchise and are expanding our diverse team to create a new classic in the action RPG genre. ABOUT THE ROLE: As Lead Gameplay Animator, you will manage and inspire our animation team while working closely with the Art Director to establish and maintain the highest quality animation standards throughout production. You'll be responsible for delivering exceptional gameplay animations that enhance the player experience while ensuring technical requirements and project deadlines are met. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Establish and maintain animation benchmarks in collaboration with the Art Director to ensure consistent visual quality Lead and mentor the animation team, providing guidance, setting objectives, and conducting performance evaluations Plan and prioritize team-wide animation tasks, balancing quality with technical requirements and deadlines Support team growth through recruitment, skill development, and process improvement initiatives Foster strong relationships across departments and proactively resolve team-wide challenges Drive continuous improvement in animation tools and techniques Collaborate with outsource partners to create high quality animation assets WHAT YOU'LL BRING: Deep understanding of animation principles and expertise in industry-standard software (Maya, 3ds Max, Blender) Proven experience in gameplay animation, including character movement, combat, and environmental interactions Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and mentoring animation teams Excellent communication abilities and experience presenting to stakeholders Solid technical understanding of game engines and animation constraints Experience with motion capture integration and implementation Background in AAA game development or similar large-scale projects Ability to adapt to changing project needs while maintaining high-quality standards This is a fantastic opportunity to make world-class games with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry's most exciting first-party game studios. Playground Games is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion fuels creativity. We are dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable and welcoming working environment. We strive to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our team members. It drives our innovation and connects us closer to our players. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion across age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. At Playground Games we recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, well-being and retention of our colleagues. We celebrate difference and welcome everyone to join us and to be themselves at work. If you require any reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact us on