RUBEN RUNHARDT PRINCIPAL GAMEPLAY DESIGNER

Hey! I am a versatile, technical Gameplay Designer with 10+ years of experience. After my decade-long journey growing from intern to Lead at Vertigo Studios Amsterdam, I am looking for a new adventure. I find meaning and joy in creating unforgettable experiences, bonding with colleagues, mentoring juniors, and solving the puzzles the games industry throws at us.

I specialize in tactile gameplay and taking core mechanics from initial prototyping to final polish. I have a proven track record of translating complex IP, such as Metro and Assassin's Creed, into high-quality immersive experiences, creating everything from intuitive interactions to bespoke AI behaviors using Unreal Engine's Blueprints and behavior tools.

This page serves as a summarized timeline of the projects, milestones, and mechanics I've built along the way. Use the filters to explore more.