Smileworks to create games for iOS, Android, Windows Phone and Nokia Symbian

Square Enix opens mobile studio in Indonesia

MCV Staff 17th June 2013 Development News

Square Enix has opened a new mobile game development studio in Indonesia.

Called Smileworks, the office currently houses 23 staff, comprised of three developers from Japan and the rest of the employees from the local region.

Square Enix Smileworks will be headed by Hiroaki Kanamaru.

Speaking at the studio’s opening, Kanamaru said the studio aimed to create original games and help make Indonesia an influential development hub on the global stage.

The developer will focus on platforms including iOS, Android, Nokia Symbian and Windows Phone.

Tags

About MCV Staff

Check Also

Games Day 2026 Header Artwork [Industry news] GTA creators reunite for landmark Scottish games industry event

[Industry news] GTA creators reunite for landmark Scottish games industry event

The Scottish Game Developers Association (SGDA) is proud to announce the return of Games Day 2026, a landmark one‑day event coming to Dundee on Friday 25 September. Building on the success of last year's event alongside DICE Europe, the 2026 edition will unite the creators behind Grand Theft Auto, senior leaders from global studios and platforms, and Scotland's thriving community of independent developers for a day of talks, panels, showcases, and networking.

© Copyright 2026, MCV. BizMedia