Second Dinner

About

Life at Second Dinner

Second Dinner is an independent video game development studio founded in 2018 by former Hearthstone team members from Blizzard Entertainment, including Ben Brode, Yong Woo, Jomaro Kindred, and Michael Schweitzer. The studio specializes in creating innovative digital collectible card games with a focus on accessible gameplay, strategic depth, and engaging player experiences. Their debut title, Marvel Snap, launched in 2022 to critical acclaim, winning multiple awards including Mobile Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2022 and Apple's iPhone Game of the Year. The company operates with a 'player-first' philosophy, emphasizing frequent content updates, community engagement, and balanced gameplay mechanics that appeal to both casual and competitive audiences. Second Dinner has established itself as a prominent player in the mobile gaming space by combining beloved Marvel IP with novel card game mechanics that emphasize quick matches and dynamic gameplay. The studio maintains creative independence while leveraging its team's extensive experience in live service games, allowing them to build sustainable gaming ecosystems with long-term player retention strategies.