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NIKHIL VENKATESH

Summary

Mid-level Game Developer with over 6 years of experience in the industry, specializing in Unity game development and proficient in C#. Known for adeptly crafting immersive gaming experiences by excelling in gameplay programming, UI development, and network programming. Skilled in rapid prototyping and project management, consistently delivering organized and high-quality game projects. Passionate about designing captivating mobile and VR/AR games, with a confident and professional approach to game development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

LEAD GAME DEVELOPER

ZebraRobotics
09.2022 - Current
  • Procedural level generation
  • UI Development including in-game UI (HUD) and the UI flow of the game.
  • Developed Player Modification System along with the Inventory and Currency System.
  • Implemented the Question Database into the gameplay for the Skill System.
  • Optimized game performance and loading times for PC and mobile platforms to enhance user experience.
  • Developed and implemented game levels with in-game mechanics.
  • Created prototypes based upon design ideas
  • Working with multiple assets and integrating it to the project
  • Managing the Git repository including , peer review and maintaining the Master branch.
  • Working on implementing the backend for the publishing of the game.
  • Debugged and tested game features to support quality assurance requirements.
  • Developed game-related tools and scripts to facilitate game development.

Co-Founder

Neon Ghost Studios
01.2020 - Current
  • Implemented Networking System of the game using multiplayer SDK Photon ( PUN2 and Fusion)
  • Developed the Scoring System.
  • Worked on the UI.
  • Worked on Animations for the players.
  • Developed several gameplay mechanics.
  • Debugged and tested game features to support quality assurance requirements.
  • Developed game-related tools and scripts to facilitate game development.
  • Collaborated with game designers, artists and testers to ensure quality product delivery.

GAME DEVELOPER(VR)

Titan1Studios
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Created multiple puzzles in the game that includes Tactile mechanics with dials, Visual searching for clues with layer rendering.
  • Developed tools for the player to carry throughout the narrative.
  • Collaborated with the Sound Designer to implement multiple BGMs, dialogue narratives and SFX related to gameplay.
  • Worked on UI in multiple aspects of the gameplay.
  • Contributed in the Quests system.
  • Implemented Skill System for the player progression.
  • Prototyping and working alongside members of other disciplines of game development.
  • Worked on Oculus Quest2 device.
  • Implemented the Dialog system with the subtitles.

GAME DEVELOPER - INTERN

Happy Adda Pvt. Ltd.
08.2018 - 09.2018
  • Worked on Construct 2 to develop a game to be played on Facebook
  • Helped my teammates with the projects they were working on.
  • Worked with developers to identify and remove software bugs.
  • Partnered with team members to learn best practices in software design.
  • Prioritized tasks and completed in order of importance.

GAME DEVELOPER

Intraintel Informations Pvt. Ltd
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Worked on existing ArticulateStoryline3 project, a gamified Hospital Management Training
  • Recreated an existing Storyline project into an Android game on Unity
  • Conducted trial classes to students with no experience in Unity.

Education

Game Development - Advanced Programming -

Sheridan College
Oakville, ON
08.2019

Information Science and Technology -

BNMIT
07.2017

Skills

  • Unity 3D
  • Visual Studio
  • C,C#
  • Photon Pun2 and Fusion , Netcode for GameObejcts, Fishent Networking
  • Microsoft Office
  • Git, GitLab, GitKraken, GitHub Desktop, Sourcetree
  • Trello
  • JIRA
  • Agile Development
  • Effective communication
  • Project Documentation
  • Time management
  • Prototype Development

Projects

Events at Unity Farm (VR), Axe In The Dark (PC), EduGame(Android), Tic-Tac-Toe Square (Android), Balloon Popper (Android), The Maze (PC), The Devil's Trap (PC)[ C++] 

Timeline

LEAD GAME DEVELOPER

ZebraRobotics
09.2022 - Current

GAME DEVELOPER(VR)

Titan1Studios
08.2020 - 07.2022

Co-Founder

Neon Ghost Studios
01.2020 - Current

GAME DEVELOPER - INTERN

Happy Adda Pvt. Ltd.
08.2018 - 09.2018

GAME DEVELOPER

Intraintel Informations Pvt. Ltd
01.2018 - 08.2018

Game Development - Advanced Programming -

Sheridan College

Information Science and Technology -

BNMIT
NIKHIL VENKATESH