Welcome to the Creator Profile Series, where we highlight incredible individuals who have answered God’s call to reach the world in unique ways. Traditional churches often struggle to connect with niche communities online, especially those who feel isolated or disconnected. God is raising up content creators from all over the world to fill that gap, reaching out to those who have felt alienated and overlooked by traditional settings. These profiles showcase how diverse and passionate creators are using their gifts to reach those who feel lost or overlooked. TACO supports, trains, and networks these creators, helping them grow their impact while continuing to stand by their side as they work out their individual callings, making a difference in the digital space.
BornAngry Games – Creating Stories, Facing Challenges
Hunter Thornton, the creative force behind BornAngry Games, has been dreaming of making his own games since he was 14. Now, as a solo game developer and artist, Hunter has turned that dream into reality through dedication and resilience. BornAngry Games is his platform to craft immersive stories and unique games that capture the imagination of players around the world. Hunter has worked on several projects, including ‘Elite Warbird’—a throwback to classic vertical scrolling shooters like Galaga—and ‘R.U.N. CTRL,’ an eerie endless runner that plays with the idea of control by continuously adding new mechanics. He also co-created ‘Extinction of the Crystal Knights,’ a retro RPG inspired by classic games like Zelda. As a self-taught developer, Hunter has spent years mastering programs like Unity, Blender, Visual Studio, Photoshop, and Illustrator—turning his ideas into games that invite players into extraordinary adventures.
Hunter’s journey hasn’t just been about mastering the technical skills required for game development. His passion for connecting with others led him to experiment with both streaming and YouTube. Initially, Hunter started streaming on Twitch as a way to have fun with friends, even while playing solo games. However, he also saw streaming as a means of sharing his game development process with a broader audience. “I heard it was a solid way to spread the word about your games,” Hunter explains. Despite this early enthusiasm, he struggled to find the right focus for his content, though he was always in pursuit of like-minded people. “I was always ‘just gaming’ on Twitch and never did development,” he admits. On YouTube, he created ‘devlogs’—video blogs documenting his progress in game development—but found that this format wasn’t something he enjoyed.
Finding Focus with TACO Training
The TACO training program became a pivotal moment for Hunter, offering him a community of fellow creators who provided valuable feedback. “The biggest help was probably the peer review part,” Hunter says. “Having people take an objective look at what I was making and offer constructive criticisms really opened my eyes to what I could improve.” This support was instrumental in helping him see the need for greater focus in his content.
Although life circumstances have paused his content creation for now, Hunter remains hopeful. He’s kept all his peer-review documents and plans to revisit them when the time is right. Hunter acknowledges the difficulty of streaming to no viewers and the mental health challenges that accompany isolation, but he remains determined. “I’ve been considering trying again lately. There’s still a lot of work ahead, but things are starting to look up.”
Challenges and Future Vision
Hunter’s journey has been filled with both technical and personal challenges. From dealing with the discouragement of streaming without an audience to managing mental health, financial burdens, and work-life balance, it hasn’t been easy. Hunter shares, “Streaming to no viewers was disheartening,” and these emotional struggles often compounded his other challenges. However, Hunter is beginning to see improvements in his circumstances and is thinking about how to move forward.
Looking ahead, Hunter envisions creating game development content that fosters deeper connections—ideally through chatting with viewers or co-hosting discussions. He’s also exploring shorter-form content, believing it may alleviate some of the pressure he experienced with longer YouTube videos. His ultimate goal is to build a supportive and engaged community that appreciates the creative process behind game development.
Hunter’s advice to aspiring creators is clear: “Have a game plan, and have someone willing to support you in the beginning when nobody else will. It can be a friend, family member, or community—just someone to make content creation feel less lonely.”
How to Support Hunter
Hunter’s story highlights the challenges of creating in isolation—something a lot of Christian content creators are feeling right now. Imagine how different his journey might have been if he had a supportive church family that embraced him as both a believer and a game developer. With the support and encouragement of a loving faith community, Hunter would have been less lonely and could have potentially had a much greater impact for God’s Kindom. Whether he returns to streaming, uploads new videos, or continues developing his game projects, Hunter is committed to sharing his passion for game creation and making connections with those who join his journey. Please consider joining him!
If you’d like to follow Hunter’s journey, you can find him on the web at bornangrygames.com, Twitch at twitch.tv/HunterGameDev and on YouTube at @BornAngryGames. He’s also available to chat on Discord (dhuntert).