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Alexander C.

Berlin, Germany

$18/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I am a game developer with a Master’s Degree in Game Development from Charles University in Prague, with hands-on experience in Unity and Unreal Engine 4/5. I focus on gameplay systems, mechanics, UI, and general programming, and have worked on both university and personal projects. I enjoy building clean, modular systems and helping turn game ideas into working prototypes and playable features. I can help with: 🎮 Unity Development • Implement gameplay systems and mechanics • Debug and improve existing scripts • Organize and structure Unity projects • Build functional UI and gameplay logic 🧠 Game Design • Structure game ideas into clear concepts • Create game design documents • Write quests, dialogue, and narrative elements ⚙️ Game Prototyping • Build playable prototypes and proof-of-concepts • Test and iterate on gameplay mechanics quickly 🤖 LLM / AI Integration • Implement OpenAI API systems for generating structured game content • Generate quests, dialogue, and narrative elements If you have a game idea or a gameplay system that needs to be implemented or improved, I would be happy to help.

  • Game Development
  • Game Design
  • Game Design Document
  • Unity
  • C#
  • C++
  • Unreal Engine
  • Game Prototype
  • Game Mechanics
  • Game Testing
  • Game Development Bug Fix
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Generative AI
  • OpenAI API
  • Software Development
Maryam N.

Hamburg, Germany

$34/hr
5.0
1 jobs

High-Performance Technical UI Developer & Unity Specialist I bridge the gap between artistic vision and technical implementation. With 5+ years of experience in the game industry, I specialize in creating optimized, responsive, and player-centric UI systems using Unity and C#. What I bring to your project: Technical UI Mastery: Expert in uGUI, Canvas optimization (reducing Rebuilds/Draw Calls), and responsive layouts for Mobile (iOS/Android) and WebGL. Engineering Excellence: Advanced C# logic for UI systems, including modular architectures, Event-driven menus, and seamless IPointer interactions. Design-to-Code Pipeline: Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring pixel-perfect translation from design to functional, ready-to-use Unity prefabs. Proven Track Record: Author of professional tools on the Unity Asset Store and contributor to 5+ successfully launched mobile titles. My Goal: To deliver UI that isn't just a pretty picture, but a high-performance, scalable system that enhances your game's UX without draining the device's battery. Let’s build something visually stunning and technically superior together!

  • Game Design
  • Unity
  • Android App Development
  • Mobile Game
  • Figma
  • Blender
  • Technical Design
  • GUI Design
  • UIKit
  • Menu Design
Obeid S.

Recklinghausen, Germany

$32/hr
5.0
13 jobs

Experienced Lead Game Developer hailing from Germany, specialized in mastering Unreal Engine 4 and 5. I'm your go-to architect for crafting extraordinary games across PC, console, and mobile platforms, enriching experiences through optimal performance and captivating design. 💡 Key Highlights: -Orchestrated Cryptomon Demo's creation at NFT Art Studio, seamlessly blending NFTs and blockchain. -The sole creative developer behind Wars of Don and House Runner: Endless Runner at Broz Studio. -Pioneered the exhilarating world of Wild West Undead at Tarantula Media, unleashing immersive action. -Showcased Upwork prowess, deftly wielding blueprints, server synergy, and optimization magic. 🚀 Expertise Meteoric Rise: 🎮 Translating visions into blueprints, forging 3D multiplayer realms. 🤖 Breathing life into intricate AI behavior trees, crafting digital souls. 🎬 Crafting mesmerizing CGI trailers, directing symphonies of light, and architecting immersive worlds. 🔮 Futurizing gaming through NFT and blockchain fusion, powered by mobile mastery. 🐞 Debugging virtuoso, seamlessly weaving life into animations and assets. 🔍 Commanding Blueprints visual scripting, C++ wizardry, and source control maestro (Perforce, GitHub). 🎥 Ruling the Unreal Engine Sequencer, steering through AWS, Azure, HTML5, and the Metahuman Creator. 🌟 A Symphony of Excellence: 🕹️ Mastering online multiplayer realms, from dedicated to listen servers. 🏞️ Designing intricately detailed 3D universes, hallmarking Unreal Engine prowess. 🧠 Sculpting AI behavior trees, where sophistication harmonizes with immersion. 🎥 Enchanting through cinematic CGI, orchestrating dances of light and shadow. 🎭 Seamlessly weaving VR into the fabric of experience, across platforms. 🧩 Fusing asset packs, unveiling bugs, and orchestrating peak performance symphonies. 🎯 Curating captivating levels, crafting gameplay poetry for players to savor. 📜 Documenting the saga, scripting in-app purchases, and orchestrating ad ensembles. Ready to transform your vision into an unforgettable gaming masterpiece? Let's craft your symphony of success! 🎮 Ready to Embark: Let's ignite your gaming projects with extraordinary experiences. Partner with me, and let's craft gaming artistry that echoes through eternity!

  • Game Development
  • Game Design
  • Game Design Document
  • Game Trailer
  • Animation
  • Mobile Game
  • PC Game
  • C++
  • Online Multiplayer
  • 3D Game Art
  • Unreal Engine
  • Level Design
Florian D.

Dresden, Germany

$50/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I'm a full-stack developer specialized in Unity (9+ years), building complex systems and interactive media. Whether you need data-driven systems, multiplayer and networked applications, real-time rendering optimization, advanced Unity XR, or game development at any stage, I can help. ▹ Core: Unity, C#, data-driven design, stateful simulation, data engineering ▹ Networking: Unity multiplayer (NGO, NCE), client-server integration ▹ Full-stack coverage: visuals, audio, UI/UX, integrations, data, composition and implementation ▹ Disciplined, transparent problem-solving with clear communication throughout

  • Game Development
  • Game Design
  • Unity
  • Mobile Game Development
  • AR & VR
  • C#
  • Python
  • Blender
  • FMOD
  • SQL
  • Software Architecture & Design
  • Real-Time Computing
  • Simulation Game
  • Simulation Software
  • Data Analysis
Niklas S.

Hannover, Germany

$25/hr
4.7
10 jobs

I'm a Unity Developer with a strong background in mobile and PC game development, as well as general application programming. I specialize in turning ideas into fully playable, polished products from early prototyping to final release. ✔️ Over 5 years of experience in Unity (C#) ✔️ Released titles on Steam, Google Play, and the Apple App Store ✔️ Developed core gameplay mechanics, UI, systems, and tools ✔️ Integrated advertising (Unity Ads, AdMob), analytics (Google Analytics), and platform services (Steam, Google Play Services, iOS Game Center) ✔️ Experienced in backend/database connections, migrations, and integrations — including Firebase, Supabase, and PostgreSQL ✔️ Database migrations (e.g. Firebase to Supabase) including schema design, data transfer scripts, and Unity SDK integration ✔️ Skilled in WebGL builds for browser-based games ✔️ Led development teams and managed full project lifecycles ✔️ Collaborate closely with a 2D Artist (pixel art, stylized, casual) and a 3D Artist, allowing me to also provide custom assets and models when needed ✔️ Level Design in Tiled/Unity ✔️ Also available for desktop app development, mobile apps, and HTML/CSS-based tasks 💬 Regular communication is important to me, I believe in staying in touch and keeping progress transparent at every stage. Let's bring your vision to life!

  • Game Design
  • Game
  • Unity
  • Mobile Game
  • Android App Development
  • Desktop Application
  • App Development
  • Android App
  • C#
  • .NET Framework
  • Steam API
  • Steam
  • Google Play
  • Mobile Advertising
  • Google Ads
  • Database
  • Firebase
  • Firebase Realtime Database
  • Database Architecture
  • Migration
Pavlo K.

Melle, Germany

$32/hr
4.9
27 jobs

I craft high-performance web applications and immersive game experiences — combining sharp frontend engineering with a game developer's instinct for interactivity and engagement. With 3+ years of proven experience, I specialize in React, Next.js, and TypeScript to build modern, scalable web apps that look great and perform even better. My background in game development means I think beyond static interfaces — I understand real-time systems, smooth user flows, and what makes an experience genuinely compelling. What I deliver: - Polished, production-ready frontends with React & Next.js (SSR, SSG, API routes) - Type-safe, maintainable code with TypeScript - Interactive and game-based web experiences Languages & Frameworks 
TypeScript · Python · React · Next.js · Zustand Styling & Animation: TailwindCSS · Framer Motion Game Development: 
Phaser Design & Frontend Craft: 
Figma-to-production · Responsive design · Pixel-perfect execution · Performance optimization · Smooth animations & transitions I know how to communicate clearly, hit deadlines, and deliver work that holds up in production. If you need a developer who brings both technical precision and creative thinking to the table — let's talk.

  • Game Development
  • Unity
  • Next.js
  • React
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • Tailwind CSS
  • CSS
  • HTML
  • Figma
  • Web Application
  • Web Development
  • Python
  • Git

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