Silverware Games, Inc.

Press Kit

We Bring the Fun™

Media information and resources

Quick Facts... Jack!

  • Company Name: Silverware Games, Inc.
  • Founded: Late 2000s
  • Location: Somerville, Massachusetts, USA
  • Founders: Lily and Michael Silverman
  • Tagline: We Bring the Fun™
  • Focus: Indie games, puzzle games, digital art, creative content
  • Platforms: Xbox, Steam, PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Web

About Silverware Games

Silverware Games is an independent game development studio and creative collective based in Somerville, Massachusetts. Founded by Lily and Michael Silverman, the studio has been creating cerebral puzzle games, hand-drawn artwork, and playful digital experiences since the late 2000s.

The studio's mission is simple yet profound: We Bring the Fun™. This philosophy drives everything they create, from mind-bending puzzle challenges to their daily Coffee Doodle Art practice. Silverware Games believes that art should be fun, games should bring joy, and creativity should be celebrated.

Operating as an open studio, Silverware Games actively collaborates with talented developers, artists, musicians, and designers from around the world. The team has worked with industry veterans from major titles including Super Meat Boy, Hotline Miami, Rise of Industry, PAYDAY 2, and The Walking Dead.

Our Games & Projects

Featured Titles

Hundred Bullets™ (Xbox, Steam, PC)

A zen-leaning bullet-dodging mind-bender where players dodge their own shots, master the great doubt, and chase enlightenment. This innovative "bullet heaven" genre-bender has been praised for its unique take on action puzzles, combining meditation-inspired gameplay with increasingly complex bullet patterns.

MatchyGotchy Z™ (Steam Early Access)

A colorful virtual pet game featuring trainable AI personalities — nostalgia meets modern weirdness. Players collect and care for Stars as digital pets, training their unique personalities in this evolution of classic virtual pet games.

The Matchyverse™

An entire universe of colorful characters and games starring Matchy Star™ and friends. This ongoing series includes multiple games and represents the studio's most ambitious world-building effort, combining Saturday morning cartoon energy with strategic gameplay. The Matchyverse includes:

  • Matchy Star™ Match-Them-All™ - Strategic matching with tactical ship routes and a cast of rocket-surgeon Stars
  • MatchyGotchy™ - Casual idle clicker full of childlike wonder
  • King Zazz™ - Guessing game where you predict Matchy's movements across the galaxy
  • Lily's Game - Collection of mini-games featuring cats vs cows across time and space

Don't Shoot Yourself!™ (Steam, PC, Mac, Linux)

A minimalist action puzzle game where you dodge your own bullets while pursuing the path of a zen master. Not quite a SHMUP, not quite a puzzle — a unique genre-defying experience.

Speedway Heroes™ (PC)

Classic kart racing physics with procedurally generated tracks. Race as horses, UFOs, or other wacky heroes in this DMV-bound racing adventure featuring online multiplayer.

Other Notable Titles

  • Firestarter - Strategic firefighting where you control the flames
  • Egg Fun - Counting and sorting puzzle game
  • Bobble Bonanza - Pachinko-style score challenge
  • Puzzlenox™ - Three puzzles, one game, mystery connection (iOS/Android)
  • Composition J - Abstract puzzler in the most artistic sense
  • Strategery 2012 - Presidential strategy game, Advance Wars style
  • Xanadu Live™ - Ambitious world-building experiment with smooth voxel technology

Coffee Doodle Art

Beyond games, Lily and Michael maintain a daily art practice called Coffee Doodle Art. Every day during their coffee break, they create hand-drawn artwork using Copic markers. This practice has resulted in thousands of original pieces, all available as prints. The Coffee Doodle Art project showcases their commitment to daily creativity and has been featured in local media including the Somerville Times.

History & Milestones

  • Late 2000s: Silverware Games founded
  • 2012: Featured in Giant Bomb's "Politics: The Third Rail of Video Games"
  • 2015: Don't Shoot Yourself! released on Steam
  • 2017: Xanadu Live development begins with advanced voxel technology
  • 2018: Matchy Star Match-Them-All and MatchyGotchy launched
  • 2019: MatchyGotchy Z released on Steam Early Access
  • 2019: Featured on The GameGrin GrinCast podcast and Old School Gamer Magazine
  • 2019: Interview on CodeWritePlay's GameDev Breakdown podcast
  • 2022: Hundred Bullets released on Xbox
  • 2024: Michael Silverman featured in the Somerville Times newspaper
  • 2024: Puzzlenox launched on iOS and Android
  • 2024-2026: Multiple new web games released including Firestarter, Speedway Heroes, and Lily's Game

Recognition & Press Coverage

Silverware Games has been featured in major gaming publications and media outlets, including:

The studio has been recognized by "big gamer blogs" for their unusual and innovative approach to game design, publishing across multiple platforms including Xbox, Steam, mobile, PC, Mac, and web browsers.

Studio Philosophy

Fun

We create amusing, light-hearted, cute, and entertaining games that people can easily enjoy. Sometimes it's hard to see the fun side of the world, and we strive to make fun experiences that help us find more fun in our everyday lives.

Imagination

Our games have interesting twists, unusual settings, and creative characters. We like combining different game genres to make new kinds of play, and we want to create interesting new universes for people to enjoy.

People

Human connection makes the world go round. We want to make content to share with others because growing and looking after our community is one of our goals. A game isn't truly a game if no one plays it. That's why we communicate with players and push ourselves to do the very best we can.

Key Team Members

Michael Silverman

Michael Silverman - President & Lead Developer

Michael is the team lead and president of Silverware Games, Inc. A multi-disciplinary creator, he writes code, designs games, creates art, and wears many hats to fill any gaps in the development process. His work spans programming, game design, and the daily MichaelPlzno art practice. Known for his sharp wit and snark on social media, Michael brings both technical expertise and creative vision to the studio.

Lily Silverman - Artist & Co-Founder

Lily is the creative force behind much of Silverware Games' visual identity and co-creator of the Coffee Doodle Art practice. Her colorful, playful art style defines the Matchyverse and contributes to the studio's unique aesthetic. She recently released her own game, "Lily's Game," featuring her distinctive art and creative vision.

Notable Collaborators

  • Gustavo Coutinho - Composer and sound designer (Rise of Industry, PAYDAY 2, The Walking Dead)
  • Jordan Fehr - Sound designer (Super Meat Boy, Hotline Miami)
  • Marco Iannello - Pianist, keyboardist, and composer for film and video games
  • Dren McDonald - Composer and sound designer (previously at Loot Drop)
  • James Pearmain - Vector artist and director at Massive Monster
  • Wayne Peters - 3D artist (Volume and others)

Contact Information

General Press Inquiries:
Michael Silverman
Email: michael@silverwaregames.com

Office Location:
Somerville, Massachusetts, USA

Website: https://silverwaregames.com

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Media Assets

For logos, screenshots, gameplay videos, and other press materials, please contact michael@silverwaregames.com. We're happy to provide any additional assets or information needed for your coverage.

Available Assets

  • Company logos (various formats)
  • Game screenshots and key art
  • Gameplay trailers and videos
  • Developer photos
  • Coffee Doodle Art samples
  • Matchyverse character art

Boilerplate

Silverware Games, Inc. is an independent game studio based in Somerville, Massachusetts, founded by Lily and Michael Silverman. Since the late 2000s, the studio has been creating cerebral puzzle games, hand-drawn artwork, and playful digital experiences across Xbox, Steam, PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, and web platforms. Known for titles like Hundred Bullets™, MatchyGotchy Z™, and the colorful Matchyverse™ series, Silverware Games operates under the philosophy "We Bring the Fun™" — creating games and art that help people find joy in everyday life. The studio also maintains a daily Coffee Doodle Art practice and actively collaborates with creative talent worldwide.

Why Cover Silverware Games?

  • Unique Game Design: Genre-defying titles that blend meditation, strategy, and innovation
  • Consistent Output: Regular releases across multiple platforms with fresh, creative ideas
  • Community Focus: Active engagement with players through Discord, social media, and open collaboration
  • Daily Art Practice: Thousands of hand-drawn Coffee Doodle Art pieces showcasing dedication to craft
  • Local Success Story: Massachusetts-based indie studio punching above its weight
  • Cross-Platform Expertise: Successfully shipped games on Xbox, Steam, mobile, and web
  • Industry Collaborations: Worked with talent from major titles (Super Meat Boy, Hotline Miami, PAYDAY 2)
  • Innovative Universe Building: The Matchyverse represents ambitious world-building in indie gaming
  • Husband-Wife Team: Compelling story of creative partnership and artistic collaboration

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