Secret Door, a Dreamhaven studio, is set to launch Sunderfolk in 2025—a turn-based tactical RPG that invites players into a subterranean world of strategy, mystery, and adventure. To shape the game’s distinct aesthetic, the developers turned to YouWorkForThem for extended licensing on two carefully selected typefaces: Caeli by Arc Type and Valky by Kurt Harahap.
The agreement secures full usage rights across Sunderfolk’s in-game text, UI, branding, marketing, and web assets, ensuring a seamless typographic identity that extends beyond the screen.
A Typeface for the World of Sunderfolk
Typography plays a major role in game design, setting the mood and reinforcing the world’s visual language. Secret Door chose Caeli and Valky for their ability to bridge classic fantasy aesthetics with modern functionality.
- Caeli is a sculptural serif display typeface with roots in Art Nouveau and organic movement—ideal for evoking the natural forces at play in Sunderfolk’s underground setting.
- Valky delivers a refined, vintage-inspired serif with a modern edge. Its ligatures and ornamental details add a sense of history, perfect for in-game lore, interface elements, and promotional materials.
Both fonts contribute to a cohesive visual experience, whether players are navigating menus, reading in-game text, or engaging with the game’s branding.
Why Secret Door Chose YouWorkForThem
For a project of this scale, standard font licensing wouldn’t cut it. The team needed a licensing solution that covered everything—in-game integration, streaming, social media, trailers, and high-volume distribution. Our video game font and large-volume licensing provided just that.
At YouWorkForThem, we work with studios of all sizes to simplify extended licensing. From large-volume to broadcast and streaming rights, we make sure our clients have what they need without unnecessary complexity.
With over 25 years of experience, we’ve been the go-to source for studios, publishers, and creatives looking for enterprise font solutions that scale. Sunderfolk is a perfect example of how the right font—combined with the right licensing—can enhance a game’s identity across every platform.
