Role
Founder & Creative Director
Date
May 2025 - present
Client
Wings Expanded
Fantasy RPG Design (Project V)
Core loop definition and gameplay pillars
Progression systems design
Combat systems direction and encounter philosophy
Class, ability, and itemization design
Quest structure, pacing, and onboarding direction
Balancing direction and tuning frameworks
Unreal Engine Collaboration (Project V & Game Design)
Blueprint fluency for design communication
Translating design intent into Unreal-ready requirements
Reviewing implementations against gameplay feel, readability, and performance targets
Supporting technical decision-making through clear constraints and priorities
Production and Co-Development Leadership (Project V)
Pre-production planning and scope definition
Vertical slice definition and milestone planning
Writing production-ready documentation and feature briefs
Backlog prioritization and change control
Outsourcing leadership and vendor management
Deliverable reviews, iteration cycles, and approval workflows
Documentation and Communication (Game Design)
Game design gameplay and feature specifications
Game design and narrative framework documentation
Art direction briefs and reference packs
Clear acceptance criteria and definition of done
Player Insight and Iteration
Playtest planning and feedback synthesis
Turning qualitative feedback into actionable changes
QA triage support and priority setting