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Nalcolm D.

Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

$25/hr
4.8
75 jobs

I create 3D models using Blender,Zbrush and Substance Painter. I can help you design and create 3D models from blocking, modeling, rigging, UV unwrapping, retopology, and texturing. All delivered in a package ready for a game engine such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender or any other software of your choice.

  • Game Development
  • Unity
  • Unreal Engine
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Texturing
  • 3D Modeling
  • UV Mapping
  • Blender
  • Pixologic Zbrush
  • 3D Sculpting
  • 3D Game Art
  • Game Asset
  • Character Design
  • Substance Painter
Xavier R.

Cape Town, South Africa

$25/hr
5.0
2 jobs

High-End Web Layouts & Interactive Digital Experiences I bridge the gap between premium visual aesthetics and clean, high-performance front-end code. Whether you need an editorial corporate website, a luxury web application interface, or an interactive, browser-based game experience, I design and build it from scratch with pixel-accurate precision. Core Expertise: Premium UI/UX Design: Crafting clean typography, generous whitespace, and luxury visual architecture that commands attention and elevates your brand. Front-End Development: Writing efficient, lightweight code structured for blazing-fast page load speeds, clean semantic layouts, and flawless responsive design across mobile and desktop. Web Games & Interactive Components: Engineering responsive mechanics, dynamic front-end UI animations, and immersive user flows that keep visitors deeply engaged. My focus is entirely on minimizing cognitive load for your users while maximizing brand impact. Let's turn your vision into a stunning, functional reality.

  • Game Design
  • Web Design
  • Front-End Development
  • Web Application
  • Responsive Design
  • Interaction Design
  • JavaScript
  • CSS
  • HTML5
  • Webflow
  • WordPress
  • Python
Justin H.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
14 jobs

I help clients build polished, scalable Unity games and interactive applications — from rapid prototypes to live multiplayer products serving real users. With 7+ years of professional Unity and C# development experience, I specialize in multiplayer systems, gameplay architecture, backend integration, and performance optimization. I've developed everything from competitive PvP games and persistent online worlds to custom backend services, mobile applications, AR experiences, and OCR-powered solutions. My focus is building software that is reliable, maintainable, and ready for production. What I can help with: 🎮 Unity Game Development • Gameplay systems and mechanics • 2D and 3D game development • Mobile, PC, and WebGL deployment • Rapid prototyping and MVP development • Game architecture and codebase scaling 🌐 Multiplayer & Networking • Photon Fusion, PUN2, FishNet, Mirror • Custom socket networking solutions • Matchmaking and lobby systems • PvP, co-op, MMO-style, and social systems • Trading, chat, inventory, and progression systems • Client-server architecture and synchronization ⚙️ Backend & API Development • Custom multiplayer backend services • REST API integration • Authentication and account systems • Cloud databases and data persistence • Player profiles, leaderboards, and analytics • Server-side game logic 📱 Mobile & Live Operations • Android and iOS deployment • Performance optimization and profiling • In-App Purchases (IAP) • Ad SDK integration • Live updates and post-launch support 🚀 Advanced Unity Solutions • AR development • OCR integration and computer vision workflows • Custom editor tools and automation • Debugging and optimization • Asset integration and pipeline improvements • Cross-platform development Technical Stack: Unity • C# • FishNet • Mirror • Photon Fusion • PUN2 • REST APIs • Firebase • Git • WebGL • Mobile Development • Multiplayer Architecture • Backend Services • AR • OCR What clients can expect: ✅ Clean, maintainable, scalable code ✅ Fast communication and regular progress updates ✅ Strong problem-solving and technical ownership ✅ Reliable milestone delivery ✅ Production-focused development decisions Whether you need a multiplayer feature implemented, a backend system designed, an existing project optimized, or a complete game built from the ground up, I can help take your project from concept to launch.

  • Game Development
  • Game Design
  • Photon Unity Networking
  • Unity
  • Prototyping
  • Online Multiplayer
  • Fishnet
  • Multiplayer Online Battle Arena
John L.

Mossel Bay, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Unity Game Developer (3-year experience) Have developed numerous apps for Android as well as IOS Android App Development IOS App Development Graphic Artist Proficient in Unity Engine Coding (3D & 2D) Proficient in Unreal Engine Coding 3D Rendering Proficient in Adobe and most Graphic Design Platforms Proficient in Apple Keynote Talented Determined

  • Game Development
  • Android App Development
  • C++
  • iOS Development
  • Unity
  • Unreal Engine
  • Game Art
  • Java
  • PHP
Kgomotso M.

Temba, South Africa

$30/hr
4.9
19 jobs

Dedicated game and XR developer with 6+ years of experience, specializing in Godot Engine and Unity. I collaborate effectively with team mates, promoting new ideas and accomplishing our goals together. My expertise includes skills for game mechanics in 2D and 3D, backend development, C#, GDScript, and cross platform development. Let's unite to bring your gaming vision to life – reach out and let's explore the possibilities!

  • Game Development
  • In-App Advertising
  • Game Design
  • Godot
  • Game Mechanics
  • Mobile Game Development
  • HTML5
  • Game Art
  • Scripting
  • JavaScript
  • Web Development
  • Software Design Pattern
Gavin B.

Cape Town, South Africa

$30/hr
4.4
22 jobs

**Recently returned to upwork, rate discounted to $30 per hour for qualifying jobs** I’m an experienced software engineer specializing in Android development, with a strong background in system architecture and cross-platform solutions. Over the past decade, I’ve built and maintained native Android applications in Kotlin and Java, including end-to-end design, backend integration, and deployment. I also developed and maintained a large-scale Ionic Framework project from the ground up for a high-revenue enterprise client, giving me a solid understanding of hybrid mobile solutions. With over 20 years in software development, I bring a deep technical foundation, a focus on clean, maintainable code, and a proven track record of delivering reliable, scalable applications.

  • Game Development
  • Android
  • Unity
  • Unreal Engine
  • Python
  • PHP
  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • Kotlin
  • Blender
  • Illustration
  • jQuery
  • Graphic Design
  • Godot

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