Venari

A 2D escape room game where you have to solve a mystery at a masquerade party. Focus on intricate puzzle design, narrative weaving, and logical deduction sequences. Created as part of a Game Jam.

Laundream

A hybrid 2D/3D top-down exploration and combat game inspired by classic Zelda mechanics. Developed with a focus on level pacing, fluid action mechanics, and an engaging game loop.

Mohorrores

A survival horror puzzle game built in Unreal Engine. Showcases my ability to script complex scenarios, manage suspenseful pacing, and implement 3D spatial puzzles in a dense atmospheric environment.

Master's Thesis Project

A top-down arena brawler blending mechanics from Hades, Sifu, and the Arkham series. As a Technical Designer, I focused on building a robust free-flow combat system, balancing combo multipliers, and tuning enemy AI to create a rhythmic, highly responsive combat experience.

Flexboard

A Kanban board web application built entirely with vanilla HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Demonstrates strong foundational web development skills and UI/UX design sensibilities without relying on heavy frameworks.

Work It Out

A web application for creating workout routines, inspired by the aesthetic of Coolors. Developed using React, emphasizing reusable components, state management, and modern, accessible frontend design.

Unannounced Action Roguelike

A Vampire Survivors style action roguelike developed in GameMaker. I am working as a Porting Programmer at PixelRatio to bring the game to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch platforms.

Unannounced Narrative 2.5D Game

A Limbo-style narrative platformer. Responsible for optimizing performance, ensuring cross-platform compliance, and porting the game to PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch consoles for PlugInDigital.

Parkitect

Build and manage your own amusement park in this complete tycoon full of content; a modern take on oldschool simulation games. Find the perfect balance between functionality, design, and fun. Take care of your clients' desires and needs, manage entry and attraction prices, decorate to increase immersion, build roller coasters part by part to maximize the fun, but make them functional and without making guests dizzy! Parkitect takes management to the maximum, allowing you to decide on every detail of your park.

I ported the game to next-gen consoles, ensuring optimal performance and a smooth user experience across all platforms. To enhance player interaction, I adapted the controls for gamepad use by designing and implementing a custom radial menu from scratch, which significantly improved usability. Additionally, I developed the in-game tutorial from the ground up, creating intuitive and engaging guidance for new players to understand the core mechanics.

For a DLC, I designed and built an effects editor that allowed players to coordinate and manage real-time park events with a user-friendly interface similar to a video editor. Throughout the project, I resolved numerous bugs and performance issues, enhancing the overall stability and polish of the game. I also collaborated closely with the team to ensure the seamless integration of new features and maintained a high standard of quality throughout the development process.

Everhood

Everhood Eternity Edition presents an unconventional and artistic fusion of rhythm-based gameplay, exploration with role-playing elements, and an abstract narrative. Its musical gameplay challenges players' reflexes, engaging them in rhythmic battles, and immerses them in a mesmerizing and otherworldly universe. The game takes inspiration from classic 16-bit era RPGs and modern titles like Undertale, Guitar Hero, and Deltarune. The narrative is subjective, leaving room for interpretation and inviting players to delve into its enigmatic world, questioning the nature of reality and contemplating deeper themes. The Eternity Edition not only ports the existing content but also enhances it with 16 new battles designed by the best level designers from the Everhood community, featuring music from 11 renowned composers. These new tracks are unlocked as players progress through the story, offering a real challenge for the most skilled.

I ported the game to next-gen consoles, adapting it for modern systems. This included creating new menus to integrate the additional content of the Eternity Edition, as well as adding new levels and implementing a ranking system. I also worked on optimizing controls, adapting the save system, and ensuring compatibility with console achievements. My efforts ensured a seamless and enhanced experience for players on consoles, maintaining the game's unique charm while adding new features and improvements.

Pirates outlaws

Developed by Fabled Game Studio, Pirates Outlaws is a roguelike card battler acclaimed by critics and players, where you navigate dangerous seas to defeat outlaws and their masters in tense combats. The game offers plenty of content and unlockables, diverse game modes, and a beautiful papercraft artstyle. Your expedition will be full of ambushes and challenges, so get ready, build your card deck, and plan deadly combos to become the most reputed pirate!

I ported the game to next-gen consoles, ensuring a smooth and optimized experience for players. This involved adapting the controls for gamepads, integrating a console-specific save system, and ensuring compatibility with achievements. Additionally, I focused on performance optimization to maintain smooth gameplay on new hardware, while preserving the game's unique charm and strategic depth. My work helped bring the thrilling world of Pirates Outlaws to a wider audience on modern platforms.

Shy engine

Shy Engine is a full-featured game engine developed in C++ using SDL and Box2D, designed to streamline game development for non-programmers. It features an integrated editor with a custom visual scripting language, allowing users to create games without writing code. The engine includes a scene editor, file explorer, output console, and tools for editing physics, input, and themes. With the ability to compile and export games directly from the engine, developers have all the tools they need to create and package their projects in one place. The engine is lightweight (under 1GB) and does not require high-end hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience. During the testing phase, 9 out of 10 users successfully created their games without issues, demonstrating the engine's usability and effectiveness.

I was responsible for the design and development of the engine's node-based scripting language, which translates visual logic into C++ code, making it accessible to non-programmers. I created a custom reflection system that compiles critical engine information into a file, enabling the editor to interpret and use this data for scene creation and scripting. This system was key to ensuring seamless communication between the engine and the editor. For the editor, I used ImGUI to design an intuitive and user-friendly interface, similar to Unity, with features such as an inspector, scene window, game window, hierarchy window, file explorer, console, and tools for editing physics, input, and themes. I also implemented the build export system, allowing users to generate a standalone executable for their games. One of the most challenging aspects was developing the communication system between the engine and the editor, which required a deep understanding of both systems and careful optimization to ensure smooth interaction. This project was the culmination of my academic journey, combining everything I had learned into a single, cohesive system. It not only solidified my skills in C++, software architecture, and user-centered design but also earned a perfect score (10/10) for its innovation, functionality, and execution.

DOME

DOME is a 2D side-scrolling survival game developed entirely in C++ using SDL. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, players must navigate the map, explore procedurally generated zones, loot resources, and survive the night. Inspired by This War of Mine, the game focuses on real-time action and strategic decision-making, with a day-night cycle that limits the time available for actions. Players must manage resources, repair their spaceship, and escape the planet while facing various mutated enemies. The game features a Tetris-like inventory system, diverse weapons with unique ammunition types, and procedural generation to ensure a unique experience in each playthrough.

I was responsible for the game design and the implementation of the game's architecture, using an Entity-Component-System (ECS) approach to manage scenes, entities, and components. I designed and built the inventory system, which uses a Tetris-like grid to challenge players to manage their space efficiently. Additionally, I developed the core gameplay mechanics, including player movement, shooting, jumping, and combat, as well as the day-night cycle that adds strategic depth to the gameplay. For the enemies, I implemented a variety of behaviors and movement styles (flying, running, ambushing) and developed their AI to create dynamic and challenging encounters. I also created the physics system from scratch, ensuring smooth interactions between the player, enemies, and the environment. The game's procedural generation system ensures that each playthrough is unique, with different loot locations and enemy placements. This project not only solidified my skills in C++ and game design but also taught me the importance of balancing gameplay mechanics and creating an engaging player experience.

Mack_dating_sim.exe

Developed during a game jam with the theme "Wrong Answer", this game challenges players to eliminate a virus by navigating a highly detailed simulation of a Windows XP environment. Unlike traditional escape rooms, the goal is not to escape but to explore and interact with the computer's system, including the file explorer, notepad, image viewer, and desktop icons. Players can move files, change the wallpaper, and uncover hidden clues scattered throughout the system. Built entirely in Unity without additional plugins, the project was completed in just two days as a solo effort. The game immerses players in a nostalgic yet tense atmosphere, combining logical thinking with exploration to uncover the solution.

As the sole developer, I handled all aspects of the game, including game design, programming, and asset creation. I designed and implemented a faithful recreation of the Windows XP environment, complete with a boot sequence, file explorer, notepad, and image viewer. Players can interact with the system by moving icons, changing the wallpaper, and exploring files to find hidden clues. To ensure the game was accessible within the short timeframe, I included multiple solutions and redundant clues, preventing players from getting stuck due to missing a single hint. The sound design, featuring computer hums, click sounds, and default Windows sounds (like startup and folder openings), added to the immersive experience. One of the key challenges was developing the game within the tight deadline of two days. I prioritized core features, such as the virus elimination mechanic and the exploration system, while maintaining a polished and cohesive experience. The project showcased my ability to work efficiently under pressure and deliver a complete, engaging game in a short timeframe.

Peglin

Peglin is an addictive roguelike pachinko game where players bounce their way to victory in a whimsical and strategic adventure. The peaceful village of the Peglins has been ravaged by an evil dragon, and it’s up to you to restore peace. With deck-building mechanics, the game offers endless replayability through a variety of levels, orbs, enemies, relics, and encounters. Unlock new characters, each with unique abilities, and strategize your way to victory. Defeat the dragon, bring peace back to the Peglins’ world, and prove yourself as the hero they need!

My role in this project was crucial in bringing Peglin to next-gen consoles. I spearheaded the adaptation process, ensuring the game’s unique pinball-inspired mechanics translated seamlessly to gamepad controls. I implemented a reliable save system and integrated console achievements, enhancing the overall player experience. Additionally, I focused on performance optimization, guaranteeing smooth and responsive gameplay on modern hardware while maintaining the game’s charming and strategic essence.

Vagante

Vagante is a dark fantasy roguelike dungeon crawler set in a perilous world teeming with monsters, demons, and treacherous foes. Adventurers brave these unforgiving lands in search of fame, riches, and power. A recent rumor speaks of a mysterious cave at the edge of the woods, said to guard an unfathomable treasure. Many have ventured in, but none have returned. Undeterred by the danger, you embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of the cave, facing procedurally generated dungeons, deadly traps, and relentless enemies.

My contribution to this project involved bringing Vagante to next-gen consoles. I managed the porting process, ensuring the game’s challenging and immersive gameplay was perfectly adapted for gamepad controls. I implemented a robust save system to preserve player progress and integrated console achievements to enhance the overall experience. Additionally, I focused on performance optimization, ensuring the game ran smoothly on modern hardware while maintaining its atmospheric and challenging essence.

Slipstream

Slipstream is a retro-inspired racing game that pays homage to the visuals, music, and culture of the late 80s and early 90s. Built on a custom game engine, it delivers an authentic retro feel with unique pixel-art graphics and a soundtrack influenced by synthpop and jazz fusion. Players race across exotic locations worldwide, from bustling cities to serene deserts, dense forests, towering mountains, and sunlit beaches. The gameplay is enriched by drifting and slipstreaming mechanics, creating a challenging and exhilarating experience that captures the spirit of classic arcade racing.

My role in this project was to bring Slipstream to next-gen consoles, ensuring it retained its nostalgic charm while delivering a modern gaming experience. I managed the porting process, which included refining gamepad controls to make them responsive and intuitive for racing enthusiasts. I also implemented a reliable save system and integrated console achievements, adding depth and replayability to the game. Additionally, I focused on performance optimization, ensuring the game ran smoothly on new hardware while preserving its retro aesthetic and fast-paced gameplay.

The journey down

The Journey Down is a narrative-driven point-and-click adventure with a unique Afro-Caribbean twist. Set in the shady corners of Kingsport Bay, the story follows Bwana and his loyal sidekick Kito as they struggle to keep their run-down gas station afloat. But their mundane lives take a dramatic turn when they stumble upon a spine-tingling adventure filled with corruption, danger, and forgotten secrets. In the first chapter, their search for a lost journal leads them to uncover the mysteries of the Underland and the true fate of their long-lost father, Captain Kaonandodo. With its charming characters, witty humor, and brain-teasing puzzles, The Journey Down offers an unforgettable journey of laughs and discovery.

My role in this project was to bring The Journey Down to next-gen consoles, ensuring its rich storytelling and immersive gameplay were preserved. I managed the porting process, which included adapting the classic point-and-click mechanics for gamepad controls, making the experience intuitive and enjoyable for console players. I also implemented a reliable save system and integrated console achievements, adding depth and replayability to the game. Additionally, I focused on performance optimization, ensuring the game ran smoothly on modern hardware while maintaining its unique visual style and engaging narrative.

LOVE engine

Love Engine is a versatile 3D game engine built in C++, designed to support both 2D and 3D rendering. It features a component-based architecture, making it easy for developers to manage and expand functionalities. The engine supports Lua scripting, enabling quick customization and prototyping. Powered by robust libraries such as Ogre3D and OpenGL for rendering, PhysX for physics, and FMOD for audio, Love Engine provides a comprehensive toolkit for creating interactive and dynamic game worlds. As the predecessor to Shy Engine, it laid the groundwork for many of the features and design principles that would later be refined.

I was responsible for the design and development of the engine's core systems, including the integration of Ogre3D and OpenGL for rendering, PhysX for physics, and FMOD for audio. I implemented the component-based architecture, which allows developers to easily manage and extend the engine's functionalities. Additionally, I added support for Lua scripting, enabling rapid prototyping and customization for game developers. One of the key challenges was ensuring seamless integration between the different libraries while maintaining performance and flexibility. This project served as the foundation for my later work on Shy Engine, where I further refined these systems and added a visual editor.