Forging the Future of Play

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At Orthanc Labs, we build games with purpose.Inspired by Orthanc's unyielding strength and singular vision, we create distinctive experiences built on strong ideas, satisfying gameplay, and thoughtful design.We’re an independent game studio focused on making games we genuinely want to play—from compact, addictive experiences to ambitious worlds built to grow over time.Built with intention. Made to be played.

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Snek Smesh Now Available!A deceptively simple puzzle game about snakes, strategy, and chasing that next perfect move. Easy to pick up, surprisingly hard to put down, and built for quick sessions that somehow turn into just one more game.

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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 15, 20261. IntroductionWelcome to Orthanc Labs ("Orthanc Labs," "we," "us," or "our").Orthanc Labs is an independent game studio that develops and publishes video games and related interactive experiences. This Privacy Policy explains how we may collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, play our games, communicate with us, or otherwise interact with our products and services (collectively, the "Services").By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.2. Information We CollectThe information we collect depends on how you interact with Orthanc Labs and where you access our games.a. Information You Provide to UsYou may voluntarily provide information to us when you:- Contact us by email or through our website.
- Submit feedback, bug reports, or support requests.
- Participate in surveys, contests, promotions, or community activities.
- Sign up for updates or marketing communications.
- Create an account, if account functionality is offered in the future.
- Purchase a game, digital item, subscription, or other product, if such functionality is offered.This information may include:- Name.
- Email address.
- Username or account identifier.
- Communications you send to us.
- Feedback or support information.
- Information you voluntarily include in forms or messages.
- Transaction or purchase information provided through a payment platform.Payment card information is generally processed directly by third-party payment processors, storefronts, or distribution platforms and is not stored directly by Orthanc Labs unless expressly stated otherwise.b. Information Collected AutomaticallyWhen you visit our website or play our games, certain technical and usage information may be collected automatically.This may include:- IP address.
- Browser type and version.
- Operating system.
- Device type.
- Screen or display information.
- Language and regional settings.
- Referring website or platform.
- Approximate geographic region derived from an IP address.
- Dates and times of access.
- Pages visited.
- Game session duration.
- Game version or build number.
- Gameplay events and interactions.
- Performance information.
- Error reports and crash logs.
- Device or session identifiers.We may use this information to operate our games, diagnose problems, improve performance, understand how players interact with our games, and guide future development.3. Gameplay DataOur games may collect limited gameplay information necessary to provide, maintain, analyze, or improve the player experience.Depending on the game, this information may include:- Scores.
- Progress.
- Achievements.
- Settings and preferences.
- Game mode selections.
- Session statistics.
- Level or puzzle progression.
- Gameplay events.
- Save data.
- Accessibility settings.
- Performance or diagnostic information.Some game data may be stored locally on your device rather than transmitted to Orthanc Labs.If a game provides cloud saves, multiplayer functionality, leaderboards, accounts, or other online features in the future, additional information may be collected as necessary to provide those features. Any material changes to our data practices will be reflected in this Privacy Policy.4. Third-Party Gaming PlatformsOrthanc Labs games may be distributed or made available through third-party websites, game portals, storefronts, platforms, or other distribution services.These third parties may independently collect information about you under their own privacy policies.For example, a third-party platform may collect information related to:- Your account with that platform.
- Advertising.
- Game usage.
- Device information.
- Purchases.
- Analytics.
- Authentication.
- Achievements or leaderboards.Orthanc Labs does not control the privacy practices of third-party platforms. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any platform through which you access our games.5. Cookies and Similar TechnologiesOur website and certain Services may use cookies, local storage, pixels, or similar technologies.These technologies may be used to:- Operate website functionality.
- Remember preferences.
- Measure website traffic.
- Understand how visitors use our website.
- Maintain security.
- Support analytics.
- Support advertising where applicable.You may be able to control cookies through your browser settings.Disabling certain cookies or storage technologies may affect portions of the website or Services.6. AnalyticsWe may use analytics services to better understand how our website and games are used.Analytics information may include:- Session duration.
- Game launches.
- Feature usage.
- Level progression.
- General gameplay behavior.
- Device characteristics.
- Performance data.
- Crash information.
- Approximate geographic information.We use this information to improve our games, identify technical problems, balance gameplay, evaluate features, and understand general usage trends.Where practical, analytics data may be aggregated or pseudonymized.7. AdvertisingSome Orthanc Labs games may be supported by advertising, particularly when distributed as free-to-play browser games or through third-party gaming platforms.Advertising may be provided directly by the platform hosting the game or through third-party advertising providers.These providers may use cookies, device identifiers, IP addresses, or similar technologies to:- Deliver advertisements.
- Measure ad performance.
- Limit how frequently advertisements are shown.
- Detect fraud.
- Personalize advertising where permitted by applicable law.The collection and processing of data by third-party advertising providers is governed by their respective privacy policies.Where required by applicable law, consent or opt-out mechanisms may be provided before certain advertising technologies are used.8. How We Use InformationWe may use information we collect to:- Provide and operate our games and website.
- Maintain game functionality.
- Save player preferences or progress where applicable.
- Improve gameplay and user experience.
- Develop new games and features.
- Analyze game performance and usage.
- Diagnose bugs, crashes, and technical problems.
- Protect against fraud, abuse, cheating, and security threats.
- Respond to support requests or other communications.
- Process purchases where applicable.
- Send updates or promotional communications when you have chosen to receive them.
- Maintain the security and integrity of our Services.
- Comply with applicable laws and legal obligations.We do not sell personal information in exchange for monetary compensation.9. How We Share InformationWe may share information with third parties when reasonably necessary to operate Orthanc Labs and provide our Services.Service ProvidersWe may use third-party companies that provide services such as:- Website hosting.
- Game hosting.
- Cloud infrastructure.
- Analytics.
- Crash reporting.
- Email delivery.
- Payment processing.
- Advertising.
- Customer support.
- Game distribution.These providers may process information on our behalf or, in some cases, independently under their own privacy policies.Legal RequirementsWe may disclose information if we reasonably believe disclosure is necessary to:- Comply with applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
- Protect the rights or property of Orthanc Labs.
- Protect users or members of the public.
- Investigate fraud, abuse, security incidents, or violations of our terms.
- Protect against legal liability.Business TransfersIf Orthanc Labs is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, restructuring, sale of assets, or similar business transaction, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.With Your ConsentWe may disclose information for other purposes with your consent or at your direction.10. Data SecurityWe use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information under our control.However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted through or stored by our Services.11. Data RetentionWe retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including:- Providing our Services.
- Maintaining security.
- Resolving disputes.
- Complying with legal obligations.
- Maintaining legitimate business records.Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the system through which it was collected.Aggregated or anonymized information that can no longer reasonably be associated with an individual may be retained for longer periods.12. Your Privacy RightsDepending on where you live, applicable privacy laws may provide you with certain rights concerning your personal information.These may include the right to:- Request access to personal information we maintain about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of certain information.
- Request a copy of certain information.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Opt out of certain marketing communications.
- Exercise other privacy rights provided by applicable law.To submit a privacy request, contact us using the information provided below.We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.13. Children's PrivacyOur games may appeal to a broad audience, but Orthanc Labs does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 in violation of applicable law.If a game is specifically directed toward children, we will implement any additional privacy protections required by applicable law.If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a child has provided personal information to Orthanc Labs without appropriate authorization, please contact us.If we become aware that we have improperly collected personal information from a child, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.14. International UsersOrthanc Labs operates from the United States.If you access our Services from outside the United States, information associated with your use of the Services may be processed or stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.Privacy and data protection laws in those jurisdictions may differ from those in your country.Where required, we will use appropriate safeguards for international transfers of personal information.15. Third-Party Links and ServicesOur website or games may contain links to websites, platforms, social networks, storefronts, or other services operated by third parties.Orthanc Labs is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, content, or policies of those third parties.We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.16. Changes to This Privacy PolicyWe may update this Privacy Policy periodically as Orthanc Labs, our games, or applicable legal requirements evolve.When we update the policy, we will revise the Last Updated date at the top of this page.Material changes may also be communicated through our website, within a game, through email, or by other appropriate means.We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.17. Contact UsIf you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to submit a privacy-related request, contact:Orthanc Labs
Email: [email protected]

Terms of Service

Last Updated: September 15, 20261. Agreement to TermsWelcome to Orthanc Labs ("Orthanc Labs," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, video games, interactive experiences, and related products and services (collectively, the "Services").By accessing, downloading, purchasing, installing, or using any of our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use our Services.2. EligibilityYou may use our Services only if you are legally permitted to do so under the laws applicable to you.Certain games or features may have additional age requirements imposed by us, a distribution platform, or applicable law.If you are under the age of majority where you live, your parent or legal guardian may be required to review and agree to these Terms on your behalf.3. License to Use Our GamesSubject to these Terms, Orthanc Labs grants you a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, and revocable license to access and use our games and Services for your personal, non-commercial entertainment.Purchasing or accessing one of our games does not transfer ownership of the game, its software, or any associated intellectual property to you.Unless expressly permitted by Orthanc Labs or applicable law, you may not:- Copy, reproduce, redistribute, sell, rent, lease, sublicense, or commercially exploit our games or Services.
- Modify, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code of our games or Services.
- Circumvent technological protection, security, access-control, or anti-cheat mechanisms.
- Remove or alter copyright, trademark, attribution, or other proprietary notices.
- Use our games, assets, code, characters, artwork, music, or other materials to create or distribute unauthorized derivative products.
- Use the Services in a way that violates applicable law or the rights of another person.Nothing in these Terms grants you ownership of any Orthanc Labs intellectual property.4. Third-Party PlatformsOrthanc Labs games may be made available through third-party websites, game portals, storefronts, distribution platforms, app stores, console platforms, or other services.Your use of those platforms may also be governed by the terms and policies of the applicable third party.Third-party platforms may control certain aspects of the Services, including:- Accounts.
- Authentication.
- Payments.
- Refunds.
- Advertising.
- Achievements.
- Leaderboards.
- Cloud saves.
- Distribution.
- Content availability.Orthanc Labs is not responsible for the availability, functionality, security, policies, or operation of third-party platforms.Changes made by a third-party platform may affect the availability or functionality of an Orthanc Labs game.5. AccountsSome current or future Services may allow or require you to create an account.If you create an account, you agree to:- Provide accurate and current information.
- Maintain the security of your login credentials.
- Notify us of unauthorized access to your account.
- Accept responsibility for activity conducted through your account to the extent permitted by law.You may not sell, transfer, share, or otherwise make an account available to another person where doing so is prohibited by the applicable Service or platform.Orthanc Labs may suspend or restrict accounts that violate these Terms.6. Purchases and PaymentsSome Orthanc Labs games or Services may be free, while others may require payment.We may also offer optional paid content, downloadable content, subscriptions, expansions, virtual items, or other digital products in the future.a. Third-Party TransactionsPurchases made through third-party storefronts or platforms are processed by those platforms and are subject to their payment and refund policies.Orthanc Labs generally does not directly receive or store your complete payment card information when purchases are handled by third parties.b. PricingPrices, features, availability, and included content may change from time to time.Any applicable taxes, fees, or currency conversion charges may be added according to the policies of the platform processing the transaction.c. RefundsRefund eligibility generally depends on the storefront, platform, or payment provider through which a purchase was made.Where Orthanc Labs directly processes a transaction, refunds will be provided as required by applicable law and any refund policy disclosed at the time of purchase.7. Virtual Items and Digital ContentSome Services may offer virtual currency, cosmetic items, upgrades, downloadable content, or other digital items.Unless expressly stated otherwise:- Virtual items have no real-world monetary value.
- Virtual items cannot be redeemed for cash.
- Virtual items are licensed rather than sold.
- Virtual items may only be used within the applicable Service.
- Virtual items may not be sold, transferred, or exchanged outside authorized systems.We may modify, rebalance, discontinue, or remove virtual items or game features where reasonably necessary to maintain, update, or operate a Service.Nothing in this section limits rights you may have under applicable consumer protection law.8. Game Updates and ChangesGames and online Services evolve over time.Orthanc Labs may update, patch, modify, rebalance, expand, restrict, or discontinue portions of a Service.This may include changes to:- Gameplay mechanics.
- Levels.
- Characters.
- Items.
- Progression systems.
- User interfaces.
- Accessibility options.
- Online functionality.
- Technical requirements.
- Supported platforms.
- Features or content.We may also release updates that are required to continue using a Service.We do not guarantee that any specific game feature, mode, server, online function, or piece of content will remain available indefinitely.9. Online ServicesCertain games may include online functionality such as multiplayer, cloud saves, leaderboards, community features, or other network-based services.Online functionality may occasionally be unavailable due to:- Maintenance.
- Updates.
- Technical problems.
- Security issues.
- Third-party outages.
- Changes to external platforms or services.We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free availability of online features.Where practical, we may provide notice before permanently discontinuing a significant online service, but we are not obligated to maintain any particular online functionality indefinitely except where required by law.10. Player Conduct and Acceptable UseYou agree not to misuse the Services or assist anyone else in doing so.You may not:- Use cheats, unauthorized automation, bots, exploits, hacks, or other methods designed to gain an unfair advantage.
- Exploit bugs or vulnerabilities in a manner that harms the Service or other players.
- Attempt to circumvent security or access-control systems.
- Probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of our systems without authorization.
- Interfere with servers, networks, games, or other users.
- Distribute malware, malicious code, or harmful software through the Services.
- Impersonate another person or misrepresent your affiliation with another person or organization.
- Harass, threaten, stalk, defraud, or abuse other users.
- Use the Services to distribute unlawful, infringing, fraudulent, or malicious content.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to accounts, systems, or information.
- Use our Services for unlawful commercial activity.
- Use the Services in any manner that violates applicable law.We may take action against users who violate these rules, including restricting or terminating access to applicable Services.11. User-Generated ContentCertain current or future Services may allow players to create, submit, upload, publish, or share content ("User Content").You retain ownership of your User Content.By submitting User Content through a Service, you grant Orthanc Labs a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, store, reproduce, display, distribute, transmit, and otherwise use that content as reasonably necessary to operate, provide, promote, and improve the applicable Service.You represent that you have all rights necessary to submit your User Content and grant this license.You may not submit User Content that:- Infringes another person's intellectual property rights.
- Violates another person's privacy or publicity rights.
- Contains illegal material.
- Contains malware or malicious code.
- Violates these Terms or applicable platform rules.We reserve the right to remove or restrict User Content where reasonably necessary to enforce these Terms, comply with law, or protect the Services or other users.12. Mods and Community-Created ContentCertain Orthanc Labs games may support modding or other community-created content.If modding is supported, additional game-specific terms, licenses, documentation, or guidelines may apply.Unless expressly authorized, support for mods does not grant permission to:- Sell Orthanc Labs assets.
- Redistribute the underlying game.
- Claim ownership of Orthanc Labs intellectual property.
- Circumvent paid content or access restrictions.
- Use Orthanc Labs intellectual property outside the scope permitted by the applicable modding guidelines.Orthanc Labs does not guarantee compatibility, functionality, security, or continued support for third-party mods.13. Intellectual PropertyThe Services and all associated content are owned by Orthanc Labs or its licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws.This includes, where applicable:- Game software and source code.
- Game mechanics as protected by applicable law.
- Artwork.
- Characters.
- Names.
- Logos.
- User interfaces.
- Graphics.
- Animation.
- Audio.
- Music.
- Writing.
- World designs.
- Level designs.
- Promotional materials.
- Websites.
- Trademarks and branding.The Orthanc Labs name, logo, and associated branding may not be used without authorization except as permitted by applicable law.14. FeedbackWe welcome feedback, suggestions, bug reports, ideas, and other comments regarding our games and Services.If you voluntarily provide feedback to Orthanc Labs, you agree that we may use that feedback without restriction or compensation to you.You should not submit confidential or proprietary information as feedback unless we have expressly agreed to receive it under separate terms.15. Suspension and Terminationa. By YouYou may stop using our Services at any time.If account deletion functionality is available, you may request deletion in accordance with the applicable Service and our Privacy Policy.b. By Orthanc LabsWe may suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to a Service if we reasonably determine that:- You violated these Terms.
- Your activity creates a security risk.
- Your activity threatens other players or users.
- Your activity may expose Orthanc Labs or another party to legal liability.
- Suspension or termination is necessary to comply with law.
- The applicable Service is being discontinued.Where appropriate, we may provide notice or an opportunity to correct a violation before termination.Serious misconduct, fraud, security attacks, cheating, or unlawful conduct may result in immediate suspension or termination.16. DisclaimersTO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE."ORTHANC LABS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ANY WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT:- THE SERVICES WILL ALWAYS BE AVAILABLE.
- THE SERVICES WILL BE ERROR-FREE.
- BUGS OR DEFECTS WILL ALWAYS BE CORRECTED.
- ONLINE SERVICES WILL OPERATE WITHOUT INTERRUPTION.
- GAME PROGRESS OR DATA WILL NEVER BE LOST.
- THE SERVICES WILL BE COMPATIBLE WITH EVERY DEVICE, OPERATING SYSTEM, BROWSER, OR THIRD-PARTY PLATFORM.Some jurisdictions do not allow certain warranty exclusions, so some of these exclusions may not apply to you.17. Limitation of LiabilityTO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ORTHANC LABS AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, AND LICENSORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICES.THIS INCLUDES, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF:- DATA.
- GAME PROGRESS.
- PROFITS.
- BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES.
- GOODWILL.
- USE OF A DEVICE OR SERVICE.This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory asserted and even if Orthanc Labs has been advised of the possibility of such damages.Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where doing so would be prohibited by applicable law.18. IndemnificationTo the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless Orthanc Labs and its affiliates, officers, employees, contractors, and agents from claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and reasonable expenses arising from:- Your violation of these Terms.
- Your misuse of the Services.
- Your User Content.
- Your violation of another person's rights.
- Your violation of applicable law.This provision does not apply to the extent prohibited by applicable law.19. Governing LawThese Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles.Nothing in this section deprives you of mandatory consumer protections that apply to you under the laws of your jurisdiction.20. SeverabilityIf any provision of these Terms is determined to be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.21. No WaiverOur failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or our right to enforce it in the future.22. Changes to These TermsWe may update these Terms periodically as our games, Services, business, or legal obligations evolve.When we update these Terms, we will revise the Last Updated date at the top of this page.For material changes, we may provide additional notice through our website, within a game, by email, or through another appropriate method.Your continued use of the Services after revised Terms become effective constitutes acceptance of those Terms to the extent permitted by applicable law.23. Contact UsIf you have questions about these Terms, please contact:Orthanc Labs
Email: [email protected]