Certain Affinity
Certain Affinity is an independent game developer founded in 2006 and based in Austin, Texas.
Last updated September 11, 2026
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Overview
Certain Affinity (CA) was founded in 2006 as a bootstrap startup with the goal of creating innovative, top-quality action games. It is described as one of the largest independent developers in Austin, Texas, with 250+ full-time employees including veterans from dozens of successful game studios. Max Hoberman, CA's founder and former Multiplayer and Online Lead for the Halo series, serves as CEO. The studio has worked on the Halo franchise (11 products), the Call of Duty franchise (6 products), and the World of Tanks franchise (3 products), and created the original IP Age of Booty.
History
Certain Affinity (CA) was founded in 2006 as a bootstrap startup with the goal of creating innovative, top-quality action games. The company is described as one of the largest independent developers in Austin, Texas, with 250+ full-time employees including veterans from dozens of successful game studios. Max Hoberman, CA's founder and former Multiplayer and Online Lead for the Halo series, serves as CEO. The studio has worked on the Halo franchise (11 products), the Call of Duty franchise (6 products), and the World of Tanks franchise (3 products), and created the original IP Age of Booty.
Products and positioning
Known for creating unmatched moment-to-moment gameplay, building world-class content, and making fun, exciting experiences beloved by players all over the globe; trusted across the industry for on-time, on-budget, and AAA quality work.
Halo franchise products
Call of Duty franchise products
World of Tanks franchise products
Age of Booty
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