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Lisbon, Portugal
I’m a full-fledged game developer and game designer, handling every part of a game’s pipeline: from first idea to final build. I handle code, game design, systems, and art, shaping them so everything feels intentional, smooth, and connected. I write gameplay code, build systems, tune mechanics, and make the creative calls that keep a game feeling alive and cohesive. I’ve shipped games and I know what it takes to turn ideas into playable polished experiences that players will enjoy and come back to. I live in Unity and Unreal working with C#, C++, Blueprints, and handle gameplay systems, combat, AI, physics, animation, UI, multiplayer and networking. I’ve shipped games for PC, console, and mobile. As a game designer, I'm involved in game mechanics, progression, combat balance, pacing, controls, game design document creation, onboarding and retention. Game design isn't just a title, it's my day-to-day. I also get hands-on with art and presentation: UI, HUD, menus, lighting, scene setup, 2D/3D asset creation and integration. I make sure design, code, and visuals runs smooth and coherent. So, what are we waiting for? Let’s make a game people won't stop talking about! 🚀
- Game Development
- Game Consultation
- Game Design
- Unity
- Puzzle
- Casual Game
- In-App Purchases
- Game Prototype
- Game Testing
- iOS Development
- Android App Development
- Game UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Creative Direction
- In-Game Advertising
Ericeira, Portugal
I’m a European Portuguese voice over artist and translator with experience in creating clear, expressive, and engaging recordings for digital content, podcasts, and videos. I also provide accurate Portuguese translations for websites, subtitles, and marketing materials. I take pride in delivering professional, high-quality work on time and adapting my voice or translations to fit the style and tone you need. Let’s work together to bring your project to life!
- Game Development
- Game Design
- Game
- Voice-Over
- Translation
- Narration
- Audio Ad
- English
- Film Dubbing
- Elearning
- Video Narration
- Trailer
- Voice Acting
- Male
- Documentary
- Web Development
- Deep Tone
- Calming Tone
- Game Testing
- QA Testing
Matosinhos, Portugal
: 🎮 I’m a Game Developer specialized in gameplay and systems programming, with hands-on experience using Unity (5+ years) and Unreal Engine (3+ years). I hold a Master’s degree in Game Development Engineering from IPCA, a university in Portugal known for its strong focus on game development. 👾 I’ve worked on multiple academic, personal, and freelance projects, developing core gameplay systems. My experience includes combat systems, player controllers, enemy AI (chase, attack, flee, decision-making), unit selection and switching systems, resource gathering mechanics, and interaction systems. I also have experience and knowledge in building quest systems, UI/menu systems, audio systems, and gameplay-driven features, including MMO-style and interactive projects. I focus on creating clean, modular, and scalable architectures, making systems easy to expand and maintain over time. 🔧 Key tools & skills: Programming: C#, C++, Blueprints, Git Engines: Unity, Unreal Engine 5 Systems: Gameplay programming, AI behavior, combat systems, RTS-style mechanics, resource systems, quest systems Focus: Clean architecture, scalability, performance, prototyping, game feel
- Game Design
- Unity
- Microsoft Windows
- Python
- C++
- C#
- Unreal Engine
- Level Design
- Quality Assurance
- Storytelling
- Game Mechanics
- Operating Systems Development
- Java
- Windows Administration
Viana do Castelo, Portugal
I’m a Unity developer working with C#, mainly focused on gameplay systems like abilities, progression, UI, and core game logic. I’ve built features from scratch and also worked inside existing projects, so I’m comfortable both creating systems and improving what’s already there. I’ve worked on multiplayer and system-heavy features, and I care a lot about making things feel smooth, responsive, and easy to iterate on. I also use tools like ChatGPT and Claude to speed up development when it makes sense, while keeping everything clean and properly structured. If you need help building or refining gameplay systems, feel free to reach out.
- Game Development
- Unity
- iOS
- Android
- Kotlin
- JavaScript
- Java
- C#
- Node.js
- Firebase
- Agile Software Development
- Git
- SQL
- Jenkins
Lisbon, Portugal
🎮 Game Development Expertise - 8+ years of hands-on experience with Unity Engine and C# - Skilled in developing cross-platform games (iOS, Android, PC) - Proficient in Shader Graph and custom shader creation = Strong focus on performance optimization, profiling, and debugging 🌐 Multiplayer & Networking - In-depth experience with Photon PUN 1/2 and Photon Fusion 1/2 - Built and maintained real-time multiplayer games - Solid grasp of client-server architecture and network synchronization 🎯 Game Production & Leadership - 5+ years producing games for the hyper-casual mobile market - Managed entire development cycles — from concept to launch - Led teams, mentored developers, and structured efficient workflows - Experience with monetization, A/B testing, and KPIs like LTV, Retention, CPI, and Churn - Deep understanding of F2P models, in-game economies, and player retention mechanics 🛠️ Technical Proficiency - Advanced knowledge of asynchronous programming using UniTask - Experience using AI tools for content generation and marketing - Familiar with hardware prototyping: Arduino, STM-32, and 3D printing 📊 Business & Marketing Insight - Collaborated with publishers and marketing teams on global game launches - Strong understanding of game analytics and performance metrics - Informed on international markets and release strategies 🌍 Communication & Teamwork - Worked with international, cross-functional teams - English proficiency: B2 - Excellent at idea pitching, negotiation, and clear communication
- Game Development
- Game Design
- Unity
- Mobile Game Development
- Level Design
- 2D Game Art
- 3D Game Art
- Game UI/UX Design
- Game Testing
- In-Game Advertising
- Photon Unity Networking
- Android App Development
- Mobile App
- Mobile Game
- Android
Viana do Castelo, Portugal
I'm a Computer Graphics Engineer with 5-year experience in making games in Unity C#. I've worked on various mobile apps (both for Android and iOS) with different scopes and challenges. I am used to creating custom packages and delving into integrating OS native functions into Unity. I've also worked on publishing the apps to multiple stores ( App Store, Google Play, Steam )
- Unity
- Node.js
- Python
- C#
- JavaScript
- Jenkins
- Firebase
- Bash Programming
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