Founded in 2000 and based in Los Gatos, CA, Cryptic Studios is the leading independent developer of massively-multiplayer online games. read more
Cryptic Studios Company Culture
Cryptic Studios Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.4/5
Cryptic Studios' Overall Culture is rated C+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+eNPS
B+Leadership
BWork Culture
C+Happiness
C-Cryptic Studios CEO
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Jack Emmert
83 /100
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Recommend to a Friend?
33
Cryptic Studios employees are 33% more likely to recommend Cryptic Studios as a great place to work
| 33% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 67% | Passives |
| 0% | Detractors |
Working at Cryptic Studios
Working at Cryptic Studios is rated average by 4 employees, across various culture dimensions. Cryptic Studios employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, eNPS, and Leadership categories, putting Cryptic Studios’s culture in the Top 50% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 40% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Cryptic Studios was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Cryptic Studios
C+
Overall Company Culture at Cryptic Studios is rated C+
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Cryptic Studios Company Overview
Founded in 2000 and based in Los Gatos, CA, Cryptic Studios is the leading independent developer of massively-multiplayer online games.
Cryptic Studios Mission, Vision & Values
Cryptic Studios Mission & Values
Cryptic Studios. About. Cryptic Studios is a leading developer of massively multiplayer online role playing games, with a reputation for delivering profitable, on-time and on-budget titles. Cryptic developed the innovative and successful City of Heroes, as well as its subsequent expansion, City of Villains.
| Headquarter | 980 University Avenue Los Gatos, CA 95032 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | crypticstudios.com |
| Founding Date | 2000 |
| Tel | 408-399-1969 |
| Company Status | Private |
Cryptic Studios Employees
4 employees at Cryptic Studios have reviewed Cryptic Studios across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 4 Cryptic Studios employees give their leadership a grade of B, or Top 30% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Cryptic Studios are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Cryptic Studios, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Joining Cryptic Studios - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in San Francisco about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. San Francisco employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 78% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Cryptic Studios KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Cryptic Studios' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 1 Cryptic Studios employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Cryptic Studios CEO & Leadership
Cryptic Studios CEO - Jack Emmert
83 /100
Jack’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 10% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in San Francisco. Under Emmert’s leadership, Cryptic Studios employee respondents are most happy about their Leadership and the company’s Work Culture. Retention and Compensation are two areas, according to respondents, where Cryptic Studios could stand to see real improvement.
Cryptic Studios Leadership
Jack Emmert CEO / President
Jack Emmert serves as the CEO / President of Cryptic Studios.
Craig Zinkievich Chief Operations Officer
Craig Zinkievich serves as the Chief Operations Officer of Cryptic Studios. Craig started at Cryptic Studios in April of... read more
Phil Frazier Chief Operating Officer
Phil Frazier serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Cryptic Studios.
Cryptic Studios Salaries
How much does Cryptic Studios pay?
How much do people at Cryptic Studios get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Cryptic Studios is $130,751, or $62 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $132,979, or $63 per hour.
At Cryptic Studios, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $240,618 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $45,138 annually. Average Cryptic Studios salaries by department include: Operations at $116,837, Design at $94,632, Admin at $59,709, and Legal at $240,618. Half of Cryptic Studios salaries are above $132,979.
3 employees at Cryptic Studios rank their Compensation in the Bottom 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 5 ratings) while 1 employee at Cryptic Studios ranks their Perks And Benefits in the Top 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 2 ratings).
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| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $74k | $74k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $103k | $103k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $132k | $132k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $182k | $182k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $233k | $233k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $272k | $272k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $303k | $303k | 100th Percentile |
$130,751*
Average Compensation
$132,979*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Cryptic Studios Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Cryptic Studios
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Cryptic Studios across various culture dimensions.
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Cryptic Studios Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Cryptic Studios PTO
Cryptic Studios' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year. Cryptic Studios' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $2500+ cash value per month.
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Cryptic Studios Careers
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Cryptic Studios
What is Cryptic Studios address?
Cryptic Studios location is at 980 University Avenue
Who is the CEO of Cryptic Studios?
Cryptic Studios CEO is Jack Emmert, their score by employees is 83
What is Cryptic Studios eNPS?
The eNPS for Cryptic Studios is 33
What is the salary for Content Manager in Cryptic Studios?
Content Manager average salary in the US is 99k
What are the salaries in the Design in Cryptic Studios?
The average salaries for Design in Cryptic Studios is 95k
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