About the Studio
Lumaris Studios is an independent development label focused on creating stylized action games with strong combat feel, replay-driven design, and atmospheric worlds shaped by dark-fantasy inspirations.
Mission
The studio’s mission is simple: craft responsive, replay-able action experiences that respect the player’s time and deliver a sense of mastery. Every project begins with a focus on core feel: tight controls, clear combat language, clean readability, and a world tone that invites curiosity.
The long-term goal is to build a sustainable development practice where strong fundamentals, thoughtful systems, and an evolving skillset support increasingly ambitious worlds and mechanics.
About the Developer
Lumaris Studios is led by Donovan Rogers, a solo developer currently training toward advanced proficiency in game development through structured education and hands-on production. With a background in technical environments and a strong focus on systems thinking, Donovan brings a disciplined, iterative approach to building games.
His development philosophy emphasizes clarity, mechanical weight, readable animation, and the blending of grounded action with thematic worldbuilding. These principles form the backbone of early Lumaris projects and guide the studio’s long-term direction.
Current work focuses on deepening expertise in programming, asset pipelines, design patterns, UI/UX fundamentals, and modern production workflows, strengthening the foundation for all upcoming Lumaris projects.
What We Create
Lumaris projects focus on:
- Stylized combat with clear, satisfying impact
- Replay-driven design that rewards long-term mastery
- Dark-fantasy atmosphere built from light, tone, and world motif
- Tight controls and strong mechanical identity
- Iterative systems that grow as the studio’s skillset grows
These foundations support both small-scale prototypes and future long-form experiences, including the Ashbound universe currently in development.
Vision
The vision for Lumaris Studios is to establish a distinct identity within indie action games, one defined by strong mechanical design, a recognizable visual tone, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Each release is a stepping stone toward larger, more polished titles, supported by structured training, mentorship, and education. Over time, these pillars will support an ecosystem of interconnected projects anchored by consistent craft and thematic cohesion.