Does Keywords Studios pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Keywords Studios employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Keywords Studios. This rating has decreased by 7% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Keywords Studios?

59% of Keywords Studios employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Keywords Studios 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Keywords Studios?

FQA Tester (219) , Player Support Agent (201) , LQA Game Tester (80) , Localization QA Tester (57) , QA/LQA Tester (52) , Development Support (50) , Lqa Tester (50) , Game Tester (47) , QA Tester (40) , Manual QA Tester (39) , Project Manager (34) , Software QA Tester (32) , Quality Assurance (30) , Player Support (22) , Customer Service Representative (20)

What are the pros of working at Keywords Studios according to real employee reviews?

"The environment is great for people who can think creatively and are bold with their ideas." ((in 167 reviews)); "good work environment and fun" ((in 67 reviews)); "Nice colleagues with whom you can have fun" ((in 61 reviews)); "Great team to work with." ((in 60 reviews)); "The company also makes adjustments for Work from home setups." ((in 46 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Keywords Studios according to real employee reviews?

"Salary is low and if you want to work here then you have to live in NCR." ((in 340 reviews)); "low pay and you dont know if you have work because they will tell you the day of." ((in 173 reviews)); "Some bad management in some areas" ((in 112 reviews)); "No benefits (no paid holidays/sick leaves)" ((in 78 reviews)); "it can seem at times like lots of the managers don't know better than to try to approach disciplinary styles when other methods would suffice." ((in 31 reviews))

What are employees saying about Keywords Studios layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Keywords Studios layoffs and their outlook for job security at Keywords Studios in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Keywords Studios locations?

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Keywords Studios reviews

3.4

59% would recommend to a friend

(262 total reviews)

Bertrand Bodson

60% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.5

Culture & values

3.1

Senior management

3.1

Career opportunities

3.0

Compensation and benefits

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Reviews by job title

262 reviews

Reviews about "Compensation"

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4.0

May 31, 2026

Casual gamer environment but low incentives

Vip manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

wfh setup for most accts, casual, friendly gamer environment

Cons

low-zero incentives, the more youre better at your job the more tasks but no pay (most of the time)

Keywords Studios Response

1mo

We're glad to hear that you enjoy the friendly, gamer-focused culture and appreciate the work accommodation. Creating a flexible and engaging environment for our people is something we value. We also appreciate your feedback regarding incentives and workload. As part of our commitment to Raise the Game, we continuously look for ways to better support and recognize our teams as we grow. Your feedback helps us identify opportunities to enhance the employee experience, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it. Thank you for being part of the team.

1.0

May 18, 2026

Remote work setup with poor management and low pay

Player support

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

fully remote work with company-provided equipment

Cons

over time, responsibilities and workload increased significantly without a corresponding adjustment in compensation. there's no path for career or salary progression here.

Keywords Studios Response

1mo

We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. It’s great to know that the remote setup and company-provided equipment helped make your work experience more convenient during your time with the team. We also acknowledge your concerns regarding the increasing workload, compensation, and opportunities for career growth. At Keywords, we value Trust Through Transparency, and insights like yours are important in helping us better understand where improvements can be made to better support our people and their development. Thank you again for your honesty and for the contributions you made during your time with us. We wish you continued success in your future endeavors.

2.0

Apr 15, 2026

Extreme micromanagement, low pay, remote hell, no lunch

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- I like my peers, they're funny and young (not Courtney)

Cons

where do i start.. - This job is remote, but you are forced to ONLY work from home. You can't even go two minutes down the street. As if we're working on some ultra private government content. Let me reiterate, YOU CANNOT WORK ANYWHERE OTHER THAN YOUR HOME. As if we are quarantined. - 30 minute unpaid lunch that you have to work off at the end of the day (as if we are minimum wage service workers not working a 9-5) - Extremely low pay, pay us like dogs - Leadership has a huge stick up their butts - You are basically on call all the time, they expect you to respond within 10 minutes of any message, and if you dont, you're in trouble

Keywords Studios Response

3mo

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased you enjoy your social dynamic and connections within your studio. We appreciate your input on remote work, compensation, and internal processes. We are committed to balancing employee needs with partner security and will continue to prioritize professional growth. Thanks again for taking the time to share your feedback and please feel free to reach out to your local HR if you’d like to discuss this further.

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