Pricing is based on the complexity of the work. I start with my base day rate (for an 8-hour day) and estimate the total effort required for each milestone. From this, I calculate a fixed price that reflects the scope and technical requirements.

For example, if a milestone is estimated to take 12 hours, I internally convert the day rate to an hourly rate to calculate a fair fixed price.

The offer you receive is always a transparent fixed price, no hourly billing. This price includes all necessary work, including session time, research, planning, and a buffer for unforeseen challenges.

The license lets you use the work exclusively for one specific game project. That means only you get this license, no one else will be granted the same rights, and it covers the main game plus any DLCs, expansions, or updates tied to it. You’re free to modify and monetize the work within that project.

The license is perpetual (it doesn’t expire) and royalty-free, there are no renewals or ongoing payments required.

If you want to use the work in other projects, like sequels, ports, remasters, or new games, you’ll need to get a separate license and pay a reuse fee. This fee is about 10% of what you originally paid for the licensed work.

A restricted license is usually all you need because it’s exclusive to you and your project and only limited in scope. An unrestricted license would only be necessary, e.g., if you want to sell the work as an asset, sublicense it, or essentially claim it as your “own” and have the freedom to use it however you please. If you don’t care about owning it outright, a restricted license is all you need.

Think of it a bit like leasing a car. You get to use it for your own trips (your project), and you can even use it to make money (commercial use). The only thing you can’t do is rent it out to others or sell it on to a dealership (that would be sublicensing or redistribution).

The main reason is long-term reliability and support. I don’t own or control third-party tools, so I can’t guarantee they’ll stay compatible or supported throughout your project – especially by the time you launch your game. By minimizing their use, I help reduce technical debt and avoid future headaches. It also means I can fully stand behind everything I build.

For more detailed information on liability and third-party dependencies, you can review my Terms & Conditions.

Not by default. I avoid using experimental or beta features unless you specifically agree to it. Just like with third-party tools and dependencies, these features aren’t guaranteed to be stable, supported long-term, or even available in future engine versions.

If your project really needs something that’s experimental, I’ll discuss the risks with you first so you can make an informed decision. As always with such potentially risky elements, I elaborate further on this in my Terms & Conditions.

I process payments securely through Stripe and currently support:

• Credit & debit cards

• PayPal (EEA countries only)

• Digital wallets (Apple Pay, Google Pay, MobilePay)

• Klarna (available in most EEA countries)

• Alipay

• Link

• iDEAL

• Bancontact

• EPS

• TWINT

• Billie

• Bank transfer

Yes! I’m happy to be flexible if my prices don’t align with your cash flow or budget. We can split milestone payments into two (however, a 3% fee applies per milestone), or use the payment method Billie through Stripe, which lets you pay in installments or at a later time. Depending on your location, PayPal or Klarna may also be available. This way, a few options are available.

Milestones can also be spaced out to better suit the pace of your cash flow.

My rates are higher than many freelancers you’ll find online for a few reasons.

First, I’m based in Germany, which comes with higher living and operating costs compared to many freelancers in lower-cost regions. I’m also a legitimate, registered business - unlike some cheap freelancers who usually work “under the table.” That means there’s a real person accountable for the project, not someone hiding behind anonymity.

Second, you’re not just paying for code - you’re paying for experience, proper planning, clean architecture, testing, and a process that avoids overpromising and underdelivering. After all, who wants to pay blindly for a project with no clear overview?

Please also keep in mind that I don’t work 5 days a week like a full-time employee. I work with very few clients at a time to give each project the attention it deserves.

Cheaper freelancers are often cheaper because they have lower living costs, less experience, or both. That’s also why unrealistic timelines and promises are common, and why they often don’t hold up once work starts.

If you’re looking for the lowest price, I’m not the right fit. Hiring someone cheaper might save you money upfront, but you’ll often end up paying more later to fix issues that could have been avoided. If you want work that’s planned properly and built to last (without breaking your project), then I’m the right fit.