About
HUGO VALLADOLID
A gameplay & tools engineer building systems that make games feel great to play — and easier to build.
01 — My Journey
Hi! I'm Hugo Valladolid.
A passionate gameplay & tools engineer with over 5 years of experience creating interactive experiences that connect with players on a deeper level.
My journey began in 2020 when I first discovered the magic of game development. Since then, I've specialized in game mechanics design, systems architecture, and creating engaging gameplay experiences using both Unity and Unreal Engine.
What drives me is the intersection of technology and storytelling — how we can use code, art, and design to create worlds that players genuinely care about. I believe great games aren't just about impressive graphics or complex mechanics, but about creating meaningful experiences that stay with players long after they've put down the controller.
02 — My Approach
How I work
- Player-First Design: Every decision starts with "how does this serve the player?"
- Iterative Development: Rapid prototyping and continuous refinement
- Collaborative Spirit: Great games are made by great teams
- Technical Excellence: Clean, maintainable code that scales
- LocationSan Luis Potosí, México
- Experience5+ years
- FocusGame Design & Development
- EducationBachelor's in Game Design & Development
- LanguagesSpanish (Native) · English (Advanced)
- SpecialtyUnity Asset Development
03 — Experience & Education
Timeline
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2024 — Present
Freelance Game Developer
Independent
Working as an independent game developer focusing on Unity asset development and custom game solutions. Created multiple tools for the Unity Asset Store including procedural map generators, gacha systems, and prop spawning tools that have been downloaded by hundreds of developers worldwide.
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2020 — 2024
Game Developer & Designer
Various Projects
Developed multiple games and interactive experiences using Unity and Unreal Engine. Specialized in game mechanics design, level design, UI/UX implementation, and systems programming. Successfully launched projects on Steam and other platforms with positive user feedback.
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2020 — 2024
Bachelor's Degree in Game Design & Development
Universidad Cuauhtémoc
Comprehensive program covering game design principles, programming fundamentals, 3D modeling, animation, and project management. Graduated with strong foundation in both technical and creative aspects of game development.
04 — Skills & Expertise
What I know
Game Design
- Core Mechanics Design
- Player Psychology
- Game Balance
- Progression Systems
- Monetization Design
- Live Operations
Technical
- Unity 3D (Expert)
- Unreal Engine 4/5
- C# Programming
- Blueprint Scripting
- Git Version Control
- Agile Development
Design Tools
- Figma
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Miro/Mural
- Notion
- Analytics Tools
- A/B Testing Platforms
Let's Create Something Amazing
I'm always excited to discuss new projects and opportunities. Whether you have a game concept, need design consultation, or want to collaborate on something innovative.