Video Games
Aydın Kaan Sönmez
Digital Game Designer
Istanbul
Summary
Former Lead Game Designer at Tekden Studio with design expertise in game mechanics and storytelling. Put together a complete game design document for the PC video game titled; Ulukayin: Ertugrul. Worked with both art and development teams to implement design document features and mechanics into the game. Worked on documentation, balancing, quality assurance, team management, narrative design, mechanic design and localization tools. Experienced with how development works, setting project scope and time management.
Overview
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years of professional experience
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Language
Work History
Lead Game Designer
Tekden Studio
Istanbul, Istanbul
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Led design meetings with the heads of art, narrative and development teams to brainstorm and iterate on game mechanics, ensuring alignment with project vision and player engagement goals.
- Collaborated with a team consisting 25 people, artists and developers, to create compelling gameplay experiences, using tools such as Unreal Engine for prototyping.
- Developed detailed game design documents outlining gameplay systems, narrative elements, and user interfaces to guide the production team effectively.
- Implemented design iterations based on feedback from stakeholders and players, improving game quality while adhering to project timelines and budgets.
- Researched industry trends and competitor titles in the similar genres to identify innovative gameplay mechanics, guiding strategic decisions in game development direction.
- Worked with UI/UX Designers to create intuitive user interfaces, enhancing player immersion and usability within games.
- Balanced gameplay mechanics for challenging yet rewarding experiences that would keep players engaged.
- Worked on narrative design to serve the players a story-rich experience.
- Developed comprehensive design documentation for clear communication of concepts to team members.
- Implemented user feedback from our community to continuously improve game quality and enhance user satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Digital Game Design
Bahçeşehir University
Istanbul 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Şişli Terakki Özel Anadolu Lisesi
Istanbul, Turkey 04.2001 -
Skills
Project management
Interests
Technology and Innovations
Physics and General Science
Music and Instruments
Timeline
Lead Game Designer
Tekden Studio
07.2023 - 06.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Digital Game Design
Bahçeşehir University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Şişli Terakki Özel Anadolu Lisesi
04.2001 -