Building games that center care, community, and creativity.
Hot Buttered Grits is an indie studio committed to creating mechanically interesting, cozy games where queerness is baked into the systems, not just the story.
Our Values
Mechanically Queer
We believe in treating LGBTQ+ identity as structure, not just a cosmetic skin. We build systems-driven stories where queer experiences, safety, and burnout are authentically baked into character traits, mechanics, and daily trade-offs, moving far beyond surface-level representation or romance options.
Grounded Coziness
We design low-stress, accessible environments built on 'soft failure,' where missed goals change the story but the run never ends. Our games provide an affirming space that doesn't shy away from the messy, funny, and real textures of everyday queer life
Inclusive Community
We center our experiences around collective care, demonstrating that solidarity is practical, not just sentimental. In our games, we model how community organizing, creativity, and mutual care are vital tools for survival and political acts of joy