Magic: Legends
Design Portfolio
Role: Senior Game Designer (Content)
Genre: Action RPG
Developer: Cryptic Studios
Pending Platforms: Xbox One / Playstation 4 / Steam
Engine: Cryptic Proprietary
Magic: Legends is an Action RPG set in the Magic: The Gathering universe currently in development that I have the pleasure of crafting content for as a Senior Game Designer.
Owned the balancing and integration of the AI Director, the core game system which generates procedural encounters and dynamic pacing for the entire game.
Spearheaded the collaborative design and development of multiple cross-discipline, game-wide features, such as the respawn system and boss arenas.
Transformed the Magic: The Gathering IP into fully realized features while staying faithful to the lore.
Developed and delivered comprehensive mission instances, including AI scripting, storytelling, pacing, and mission scripting.
Designed and implemented sprawling Overworld zone maps, featuring unique mechanics, encounter scenarios, and AI behavior.
Proactively collaborated and communicated across disciplines to drive owned features from concept to completion.
Mentored designers in design principles, feature development, and technical elements.
Authored and maintained succinct design documentation and implementation guides.