A.J. started Van Ryder Games in 2011 and it has grown every year going from a tiny 1-man outfit to a bigger, but still small, 2-man company. With a love and a passion for thematic games that immerse players, A.J. continues to lead and manage VRG with a goal of bringing customers experiences they will never forget.

A.J. has an affinity for solitaire games which led him to design Hostage Negotiator, VRG’s best selling title and a game line that continues to expand. The latter received the Solitaire Game award of the year 2015. Its French version was released in March 2018.