Gameplay Engineer Salary
Jobs in Games · 2026 · based on ~240 data points
Low (25th)
$80,000
Median
$118,000
High (90th)
$190,000
By seniority
Junior $68,000 – $102,000 · median $85,000
Mid $100,000 – $145,000 · median $118,000
Senior $148,000 – $230,000 · median $175,000
Sources: GDC State of the Industry, Glassdoor, Hitmarker, Levels.fyi. Figures are aggregated market estimates of annual total compensation in USD — indicative ranges, not offers.