Kyle Thomas
Mold,Wales
Summary
MY NAME IS KYLE THOMAS, GAME DESIGNER.
Specialized in multiplayer game design and systems, I started my game development journey in 2017 when I joined college. Over the years, I have collaborated with university teams, leading to opportunities to showcase projects at major industry events such as EGX London and WASD Wales.
Currently, I focus on multiplayer game design, crafting engaging mechanics and systems that enhance cooperative and competitive gameplay.
I also teach university students Unreal Engine, helping to shape the next generation of game developers.
My long-term goal is to become a successful game designer, continuously refining my skills and pushing the boundaries of interactive experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Game designer
University Projects & Independent Work
Wrexham, United Kingdom
09.2017 - Current
- Designed and prototyped multiplayer-focused gameplay mechanics, emphasizing puzzle-solving, balancing, and player cooperation.
- Led game design discussions by initiating brainstorming sessions and contributing to innovative gameplay concepts.
- Optimized game flow by carefully structuring puzzles, obstacles, and rewards to enhance player engagement.
- Showcased projects at industry events such as EGX London and WASD Wales, gathering playtesting feedback for iteration.
- Developed design documentation detailing mechanics, system interactions, and UX considerations.
- Implemented rapid prototypes using Unreal Engine 5 (Blueprints) and Unity (C#) to test core mechanics efficiently.
- Collaborated with artists, programmers, and designers to ensure cohesive and polished game experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Game Development
Wrexham University
Wrexham, United Kingdom 09.2022 -
Skills
- Blueprints Visual Scripting & C
- Jira
- Microsoft Office & Google Docs
- Adobe Photoshop
- Visual Studio, Rider, VS Code
- Excel & Spreadsheets
- Unreal Engine 4/5
- Other :
Android Studio
Fusion 25
Software & Languages
Game Design
- Mechanics and gameplay design
- Level design, dialogue systems, enemy encounters, and cinematics
- Menu layout, design and implementation
- Game Balance & Progression
- Combat systems
- Prototyping
- Detailed documentation & Mockups
- Intuitive user interface
- Pitching to stakeholders
- Clear and concise visual design documentation
Websites
Affiliations
- Paintballing
- Travelling
- Dirt biking
- Driving
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Computer Game Development
Wrexham University
09.2022 -
Game designer
University Projects & Independent Work
09.2017 - Current
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