The Drawstring Dungeon

My responsibilities as a gameplay designer and programmer : 

• Designed and implemented a node-based procedural map system using a Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG), enabling dynamic pathing and replayable progression across runs.

• Developed a custom event system integrated with the map, featuring over 8 unique event types affecting cards, health, currency, and dynamic map alterations.

• Helped balance a pool of 300+ cards and over 50 relics and charms, crafting synergies and modifiers that define unique playstyles and strategic depth across runs.

• Designed relic systems serving as persistent run modifiers, enhancing replayability and encouraging diverse build experimentation.

• Programmed gameplay mechanics, card interactions, and event logic in Unity and C#, ensuring smooth integration of systems and extensibility for future content.

• Conducted extensive playtesting and iteration to fine-tune progression, balance, and user experience in collaboration with designers and artists.

Find out more about our studio's third game, The Drawstring Dungeon, in these devlogs.