I started making games in 2021 using Unity, learning through Youtube Tutorials and experimentation. My
passion for game development stems from my interest in programming and problem-solving, which I have been
interested in since I was 12 years old making simple websites with HTML5
Baked Beans
Description: My first Unity project created in 2021.
Team Size: 1
Time Frame: 4 weeks
Skills and lessons learned:
- Learned how to create 3D first person controller with jumping and sprinting functionality
- Learned how to use Unity's AI Navigation system to create 'Baked Beans' enemies
- Learned how to create different types of weapons with Aim Down Sights (ADS), Sniper Scope functionality, and an inventory manager, which the player can use to switch between weapons.
- Learned how to create different bosses with health bars
- Learned how to create a Main Menu screen and Pause screen
- Learned how to map out levels and modify objects using Probuilder and Progrids
- Learned how to import external game assets and sound effects
Escape the School
Description: A game I made in 2023 about trying to escape a school in the middle of the night
while a janitor is lurking.
Team Size: 1
Time Frame: 3-4 weeks
Skills and lessons learned
- Learned how to create an intelligent AI with Eye-Vision, Sound FX, and animation states
- The Janitor (AI Enemy) selects a random point and navigates towards it. There are 8 points the AI can choose from (one in each classroom and one on each end of the corridor).
- When the janitor reaches a door, it checks if that door is locked. If it's locked, then it selects a new point and moves towards it. If it isn't locked, it opens the door, walks inside, and closes the door behind them.
- The player is detected if the Janitor sees the player. The janitor has a raycast that shoots out 15 meters out from eye-level. If the player is detected, the Janitor (AI) makes a Sound Effect to alert the player and starts running towards the player. If the Janitor (AI) collides with the player, a Game Over scene loads. However, if the player manages to stay out of eye-sight from the Janitor (AI), then the Janitor will play a 'confused' animation, and then start roaming around the map again.
- Learned how to create cutscenes using Unity Timeline
- Learned how to create an interactive inventory system with item pick-up and drop functionality.
- Learned how to create a simple dialogue system for NPC's
- I learned how to rig animations using Mixamo.
Shells
Description: Created for the 'Season of the Dev' Game Jam hosted by Screen Queensland.
Team Size: 3
Time Frame: 2 days
Skills and lessons learned
- Learned how to work in a tight timeframe, having to prioritize a smaller scope and gameplay loop.
- Learned how to work within a team:
- Alex - 2D Artist
- Jesse - 3D Modeller/Programmer
- Learned how to create an interactive UI Crafting System
- Learned how to brainstorm ideas and gameplay loops effectively as a team
Flappy Goose
Description: A flappy bird clone I made in July 2025.
Team Size: 1
Time Frame: 3 weeks
Skills and lessons learned
- Learned how to develop a finished 2D game
- Learned how to use pixel art and pixel art animation
- Learned how to setup an online leaderboard with:
- Unique player names
- High Scores
- Log Date
Ducklings
Description: A game I made for the Goedware Limited Shapes Edition Game Jam in September 2025. The Game Jam only allowed Pentagon and Circle shapes to be used in 2D games.
Team Size: 1
Time Frame: 2 weeks
Skills and lessons learned
- Learned how to create a custom minimap with dots representing enemies, obstacles, and the player
- Learned how to create 2D Vector art