unTied Games is a Minnesota-based company, founded by videogame-lovers who strive to make unique, challenging, and (most importantly) fun games!
Here's a bit about the story behind unTied Games.

Origins

Hi, my name is Will, and I'm the mastermind behind unTied Games!
unTied Games began in 2012, when I and a couple good friends decided we wanted to try something different. Although the company logo includes a tie, the idea of a businessman angrily ripping off his tie was the inspiration for the company name!

Our first game was Star Reaction, a match-4 puzzle game for Android and PC. It was more of a learning experience than a success- We all came away from the project with a lot more know-how and experience under our belts.
After Star Reaction, my friends and I decided to go our separate ways, but I stuck with unTied Games. We're all still great friends!

Check out what the unTied Games alumni are doing today:
Ethan Calabria (artist / programmer): https://ethancalabria.com/
Charlie McCarron (musician / board game dev): https://www.charliemccarron.com/

About Me, and unTied Games Today

My name is Will Tice, and I love making games. After Star Reaction, I started doing pixel art tilesets, characters, and other game assets in early 2015. I've been continuing to make awesome art ever since!
I currently run a Patreon page where you can support me and get access to art you can use in your own games. Supporting me also helps me continue to make art, of course! My art asset packs are also for sale directly on itch.io.

Aside from pixel art, I'm also a programmer, and my degree is in computer science. I've been making little games and things for a long time, and it's nice to finally be doing so professionally!
Recently, I was a pixel artist and lead programmer for FUZE4 Nintendo Switch, a coding and game-making platform for Nintendo Switch. Currently, I'm doing pixel art asset packs and game dev full time!

My hobbies include gaming (of course), hanging out with friends, and running around with my dog Garnet. I also really like Magic: The Gathering. My favorite game series is Mega Man, and I'm a total superfan.

What's Next For unTied Games?

The future for unTied Games couldn't be brighter!
Support me on Patreon!

Follow me at @untiedgames!

FAQ

Q: Why "unTied?"
A: Because I'm not tied down to "the system," man! The inspiration for the name was the idea of a businessman ripping off his tie.


Q: Are you hiring?
A: Not right now. Sorry! This is currently a one-man operation.


Q: When will you release the next pixel art asset pack / pixel art video?
A: I usually release pixel art asset packs at least twice a month, same with videos. Check out my current schedule!


Q: Are you accepting commissions / freelance work?
A: Check the contact page, it always lists my current status.


Q: What kind of game will you make next?
A: The next big game from unTied Games is Atmocopter, a retro sidescroller featuring a cute helicopter robot. Get the latest updates here!


Q: When is your next game coming out?
A: When it's ready. Follow @untiedgames on Twitter for the latest updates!


Q: I have a problem with one of your games.
A: Sorry to hear that! We'd love to help- just contact us regarding the problem and we'll see what we can do.