UK Independent Mobile Game Studio

Houghton Apps

Crafting high-octane, pick-up-and-play mobile arcade games built for instant action, deep progression, and global competition.

Our Games & Projects

Built for smooth performance, offline playability, and endless arcade replayability.

Astro Scale: Space Arcade Official Banner Available on Android
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Astro Scale: Space Arcade

Arcade Space Survival Shooter

Pilot your starfighter through a neon-lit solar system! Dodge blazing comets, collect scrap to scale your ship's mass, brave black hole warp tunnels, and upgrade your fleet in the Tech Hangar.

Offline Play Global Leaderboards Portrait & Landscape Tech Hangar Upgrades
💥🏎️ DERBY ROYALE
In Development

Derby Royale

Demolition Vehicular Combat

High-stakes arena demolition derby action. Customise and armour your ride, outlast rival AI drivers in chaotic physics-driven arenas, and climb the championship tiers.

Vehicle Upgrades Arena Combat Cloud Sync
Launching Soon on Google Play

Why Play Houghton Apps Titles?

Designed around player-first mobile design principles.

Instant Pick-Up-And-Play

Zero bloated tutorials or mandatory account walls. Launch straight into responsive 60fps arcade action in seconds, whether you have two minutes or two hours.

Offline-First Architecture

Core gameplay loops and upgrade progression work completely offline. Perfect for flights, commutes, and anywhere without mobile data or Wi-Fi.

Fair & Player-Friendly

Play for free with optional reward revives, or unlock permanent VIP status with a single one-time purchase. Seamless cloud saves and leaderboards via Google Play Games.