gameplay designer

AdsRole Private Limited

About the RoleWe are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Game Designer with 3&ndash;4 years of experience who can break down games, design engaging gameplay, and build levels for both 2D and 3D games. You will work closely with engineering, art, and QA teams to bring ideas from concept to launch using Unity.The ideal candidate understands modern game design trends, uses data and player feedback to refine gameplay, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, creative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesGameplay Design<ul><li>Deconstruct and analyze games to define core loops, mechanics, systems, balancing, and progression.</li><li>Design gameplay mechanics, player controllers, and progression systems.</li><li>Prototype gameplay features and mechanics in Unity.</li><li>Balance gameplay using analytics, testing results, and player feedback.</li><li>Create and maintain clear GDDs, feature specifications, and design documentation.</li></ul>Level Design<ul><li>Design and block out levels for 2D and 3D games using paper design and Unity Engine.</li><li>Build levels that reinforce core gameplay, pacing, challenge, and player engagement.</li><li>Iterate levels based on analytics, playtests, and cross-team feedback.</li></ul>Production &amp; Collaboration<ul><li>Understand the full game development pipeline from concept to launch.</li><li>Collaborate closely with engineering, art, and QA teams for smooth implementation.</li><li>Communicate design intent clearly and effectively across teams.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>3&ndash;4 years of professional experience as a Game Designer.</li><li>Strong portfolio showcasing gameplay design, level design, and Unity prototypes.</li><li>Proficiency in Unity (prototyping, level blockouts).</li><li>Solid understanding of hypercasual, casual, and mid-core game design principles.</li><li>Ability to analyze metrics and apply insights to improve gameplay.</li><li>Excellent documentation and communication skills.</li><li>Strong passion for playing, analyzing, and breaking down games across genres.</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Experience working on live or shipped games.</li><li>Familiarity with player analytics tools.</li><li>Ability to iterate quickly based on feedback and data.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Game Designer

Softurge Services

We are looking for a Game Designer with hands-on experience using AI tools to create high-quality animations, VFX, and cinematic video content for games.Responsibilities&middot; Design engaging gameplay mechanics and player experiences&middot; Create and maintain game design documents (GDDs)&middot; Use AI tools to generate VFX-heavy action animations&middot; Create storyline-driven cinematic sequences using AI tools&middot; Generate environment loop videos for in-game backgrounds&middot; Create seamless transition videos for gameplay and UI flows&middot; Integrate AI-generated animations and videos into Unity or Unreal Engine&middot; Ensure visual consistency, smooth looping, and performance optimization&middot; Collaborate with developers and artists to align visuals with gameplayRequirements&middot; Strong understanding of game design fundamentals&middot; Hands-on experience with AI animation and video generation tools&middot; Knowledge of VFX, action animation, and cinematic storytelling&middot; Experience working with Unity or Unreal Engine&middot; Ability to optimize AI-generated assets for real-time gameplayNice to Have&middot; Experience creating game trailers or promotional videos&middot; Knowledge of shaders, cinematic tools, or procedural content&middot; Experience with mobile, casino, or real-time multiplayer gamesJob Type: Full-timePay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹90,000.00 per monthWork Location: Remote

Game Graphics Designer + AI Animated Video Generator

Melderverse

We are looking for a hands-on Roblox Game Designer with proven experience building live Roblox games to design, implement, and iterate on maps, environments, and interactive gameplay objects.This role is for someone who actually ships&mdash;you&rsquo;ve designed worlds in Roblox Studio, implemented assets into functioning gameplay, and understand how players interact with space, flow, and mechanics inside Roblox experiences.If you&rsquo;ve only done concept art or watched tutorials, this is not the role. If you&rsquo;ve published, contributed to, or maintained real Roblox games, we want to talk.What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>Design and build immersive maps, arenas, hubs, and environments in Roblox Studio</li><li>Create and implement gameplay objects (interactive props, obstacles, collectibles, energy systems, spawn points, etc.)</li><li>Collaborate with developers to ensure maps and objects support core gameplay mechanics</li><li>Optimize environments for performance, scale, and player experience</li><li>Iterate on designs using player feedback, analytics, and playtesting</li><li>Maintain clean, organized assets and consistent design systems</li><li>Contribute creatively to world-building, themes, and visual identity</li></ul>Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)<ul><li>Direct experience designing and implementing maps and objects in Roblox Studio</li><li>Shipped Roblox games or live experiences (personal, team, or studio projects)</li><li>Strong understanding of:</li><li>Roblox Studio tooling</li><li>Terrain Editor</li><li>Parts, Models, Unions</li><li>Workspace organization and asset optimization</li><li>Ability to translate gameplay concepts into playable environments</li><li>Familiarity with gameplay flow, player movement, and spatial design</li><li>Portfolio or live Roblox links demonstrating actual in-game work</li></ul>Preferred (Nice to Have)<ul><li>Basic knowledge of Lua scripting (or ability to collaborate closely with scripters)</li><li>Experience with:</li><li>Competitive or battle-style games</li><li>Multiplayer map balance</li><li>Progression-based or energy-driven gameplay systems</li><li>Understanding of Roblox performance constraints (memory, part count, lag mitigation)</li><li>Experience working with distributed or remote dev teams</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Building<ul><li>Gameplay-first Roblox experiences</li><li>Competitive and cooperative game modes</li><li>Custom environments, interactive systems, and evolving worlds</li><li>A platform designed to grow, iterate, and scale&mdash;not one-off projects</li></ul>Why You&rsquo;ll Love This Role<ul><li>Creative ownership over real, playable content</li><li>Your work ships into live games&mdash;fast</li><li>Flexible work structure</li><li>Opportunity to grow with a larger game universe and long-term roadmap</li><li>Collaborate with experienced product, gameplay, and world-building teams</li></ul>Job Types: Part-time, ContractPay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hourExpected hours: 10.0 &ndash; 20.0 per weekWork Location: Remote

Roblox Game Designer – Maps & Gameplay Objects

Game District

Job description:We are looking for creative and analytical Level Designer who can craft engaging, immersive, and well-balanced game environments. The ideal candidate will transform game concepts into fun, playable levels while ensuring strong gameplay flow, pacing, and player experience.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design, prototype, and build game levels, maps, and missions.</li><li>Ensure proper difficulty balancing, pacing, and progression.</li><li>Implement gameplay mechanics, objectives, triggers, checkpoints, and spawn points.</li><li>Work closely with artists, programmers, game designers, and QA teams to align gameplay with visuals and technical requirements.</li><li>Continuously playtest levels, identify issues, and refine gameplay.</li><li>Optimize levels for performance, usability, and user experience.</li><li>Maintain and update level design documents and layouts.</li><li>Apply player feedback and analytics to improve game levels.</li><li>Ensure levels follow the game&rsquo;s creative direction and design standards.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>Strong understanding of level design principles, player psychology, and game mechanics.</li><li>Hands-on experience with Unity engine.</li><li>Experience with environment layout, spatial design, and map flow.</li><li>Knowledge of game balance, AI placement, and combat design (if applicable).</li><li>Ability to work with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Strong problem-solving and creative thinking skills.</li><li>Good verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Ability to meet deadlines and handle feedback professionally.</li><li>Experience with mobile game development.</li><li>Knowledge of basic scripting (Blueprints, C#)</li><li>Understanding of lighting, shaders, and visual composition.</li><li>Experience working on live or shipped games.</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Game Design, Computer Science, Animation, Fine Arts, or a relevant field (preferred but not mandatory).</li><li>Experience 2-3 years</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

IO Interactive

<div>A passion for fantasy worlds and memorable characters is at the core of our next ambitious project. We are building a bold new AAA fantasy RPG for console and PC, where expressive gameplay and strong character identity are central to the player experience.
With a team of seasoned developers and new creative voices, we are crafting a new IP that blends deep systems, meaningful progression, and a welcoming, emotionally resonant world. If you are excited about designing playable characters that feel powerful, distinct, and deeply connected to the game&rsquo;s mechanics and narrative, we would love to hear from you.
As a Game Designer, you will define how playable characters function, grow, and feel to play. Working closely with multiple disciplines, you will help ensure each character offers a clear identity, engaging mechanics, and a rewarding gameplay experience.<h6 class="jobSectionHeader">
What you will do</h6><ul><li>
Design and develop playable characters, including abilities, kits, and gameplay roles.</li><li>
Prototype, implement, and iterate on character mechanics using proprietary tools.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with combat, systems, narrative, animation, and engineering teams to bring characters to life.</li><li>
Help balance and refine character gameplay across solo and multiplayer experiences.</li><li>
Contribute to progression, rewards, and mastery systems tied to character play.</li><li>
Playtest regularly and iterate based on feedback to improve clarity, balance, and fun.</li></ul><h6 class="jobSectionHeader">
Who you are</h6><ul><li>
An experienced game designer with a background in character, combat, or gameplay systems, ideally on AAA titles.</li><li>
Comfortable designing abilities and mechanics that clearly express a character&rsquo;s fantasy and role.</li><li>
Familiar with the full game development cycle, from early concepts through iteration and polish.</li><li>
A thoughtful problem solver who can adapt to creative changes and technical constraints.</li><li>
Collaborative, organized, and able to communicate ideas clearly across disciplines.</li></ul> 
Who we are: 
IO Interactive is an independent videogame development and publishing company with studios in Copenhagen, Malm&ouml;, Barcelona, Istanbul and Brighton. As the creative force behind some of the most talked-about multiplatform video games in the last decade, we are committed to creating unforgettable characters and experiences &ndash; all powered by our award-winning, proprietary Glacier technology.
IOI is a studio that values in-person collaboration. Being together helps us focus our collective energy on our immediate goals. For us, being both in-office as well as connected across our studios helps us integrate our teams faster, strengthen relationships, and improve knowledge-sharing. We believe that the more time we spend together, the more quality and progress we achieve for our games and players.
We know that to achieve those goals, we need courage, talented people and a great working environment &ndash; and we do our utmost to have all of that. Across our multiple studios, we&rsquo;re working on several projects. Crucially though, we&rsquo;re all one team. We value the work and impact that each person brings to the table and we actively encourage new ideas, whilst listening to your insights along the way.
We have a dedicated team of People Managers, who look after you as an individual and as an employee. With more than 40 nationalities, we know that everyone is different and we are proud to have a reputation for being a friendly workplace with highly-talent people.
Learn more about Project Fantasy.</div>

<div>A passion for fantasy worlds has long been ingrained in our studio, and at last we can announce we have embarked on a journey into that beloved realm. With a party of veteran IOI guild members and new wizards and sorceresses of the industry, we are building an ambitious new IP for console and PC that will revolutionize the fantasy RPG genre. If you share a similar passion for creating welcoming, heartfelt, bold and impactful worlds, join us and together we will write the next chapter in IOI's history.
In this role, you will get to craft the way players encounter friends and foes in our fantasy world. You will collaborate with different teams to create cohesive gameplay that defines interaction and rewards our players.
What you will do:<ul><li>
Facilitate and create encounters with both NPC and players</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-discipline teams to implement multiplayer game systems and gameplay mechanics.</li><li>
Use our proprietary tools to design, prototype, and test gameplay mechanics while identifying opportunities for improvements.</li><li>
Operate effectively where you must balance hands-on implementation and high-level direction.</li><li>
Create and develop game features and make sure that they are represented properly throughout the game.</li><li>
Developing rules for reward systems and game achievements.</li><li>
Deliver content within quality requirements, on schedule, and within technical limitations.</li></ul>
Who you are:<ul><li>
Accomplished game designer with relevant experience, preferably AAA titles where you worked on encounters, NPC battles, or similar.</li><li>
Practical understanding and experience in the full development cycle of a AAA game, which means that you know what it takes to go from initial concept to full, fun, and functional game experiences.</li><li>
You have thorough experience with combat design, encounter design, NPC encounter, or something similar topic from your previous work on a AAA title.</li><li>
Possess a problem-solving attitude, able to look past immediate technical constraints.</li><li>
Able to respond elegantly to creative changes, at any part of the process, using an analytical and organized approach.</li></ul>
Who we are: 
IO Interactive is an independent videogame development and publishing company with studios in Copenhagen, Malm&ouml;, Barcelona, Istanbul and Brighton. As the creative force behind some of the most talked-about multiplatform video games in the last decade, we are committed to creating unforgettable characters and experiences &ndash; all powered by our award-winning, proprietary Glacier technology.
IOI is a studio that values in-person collaboration. Being together helps us focus our collective energy on our immediate goals. For us, being both in-office as well as connected across our studios helps us integrate our teams faster, strengthen relationships, and improve knowledge-sharing. We believe that the more time we spend together, the more quality and progress we achieve for our games and players.
We know that to achieve those goals, we need courage, talented people and a great working environment &ndash; and we do our utmost to have all of that. Across our multiple studios, we&rsquo;re working on several projects. Crucially though, we&rsquo;re all one team. We value the work and impact that each person brings to the table and we actively encourage new ideas, whilst listening to your insights along the way.
We have a dedicated team of People Managers, who look after you as an individual and as an employee. With more than 40 nationalities, we know that everyone is different and we are proud to have a reputation for being a friendly workplace with highly-talent people.
Learn more about Project Fantasy.</div>

Game Designer (Encounters)

Fanatics

<div>About the Team

Fanatics TCG is a new trading card game business, the newest member of the Fanatics Collectibles family. We are here to build the best TCG studio and games in the world.

If you have passion, and skill, and if you believe trading card games represent the very best of what games have to offer, please reach out to us.

Role Summary

The Senior Game Designer is a hands-on contributor responsible for designing cards, mechanics, and gameplay experiences that support the overall vision of Fanatics Collectibles&rsquo; trading card game while ensuring clarity, balance, and player engagement.

Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Design cards, mechanics, and expansion themes</li>
<li>Participate in playtesting, tuning, and balance iteration</li>
<li>Collaborate with art, narrative, and production partners</li>
<li>Contribute to design documentation and best practices</li>
<li>Support post-launch updates and ongoing gameplay improvements</li>
</ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience
<ul>
<li>Minimum 5 years of professional game or TCG design experience</li>
<li>Shipped experience on at least one card or competitive game</li>
<li>Strong understanding of balance, probability, and player psychology</li>
<li>Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional teams</li>
</ul>
Skills &amp; Abilities
<ul>
<li>Strong creative instincts paired with attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to iterate quickly based on feedback and data</li>
<li>Excellent collaboration and communication skills</li>
<li>Passion for trading card games and player-focused design</li>
</ul>
Location &amp; Compensation

Achieving our goals requires strong collaboration and partnership between our teams and internal stakeholders. To best support this, the person who accepts this role is expected to be onsite in-office five days per week. 


Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don&rsquo;t fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers
Fanatics Collectibles is a new model and vision for the hobby, fundamentally changing the experience for current and future collectors, leagues, and players across many U.S. and international professional and college sports. The organization has long-term, exclusive rights to design, manufacture and distribute trading cards for several sports and entertainment properties, including MLB, MLBPA, the Premier League, MLS, UFC, Formula 1 as well as Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars, among others. In January 2022, Fanatics Collectibles announced the acquisition of Topps, establishing the preeminent licensed trading card brand as the cornerstone of Fanatics&rsquo; trading cards and collectibles business, and jumpstarted its MLB and MLBPA rights to design, manufacture and distribute trading cards<div>
Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting &amp; Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.</div></div>

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