About me

As a Game Designer and QA Tester, I have collaborated with both small and large teams to deliver exceptional gaming experiences.

I bring a well-rounded skill set, combining a strong technical background with a deep passion for Game Design, Narrative, Arts and Sound Design.
My experience as a QA Tester has further cemented my dedication to quality, enabling me to identify and resolve issues with precision and efficiency.

I am committed to creating immersive and engaging games that captivate players and push the boundaries of the industry.

Job status: QA Tester at Saber Interactive Spain

Education: Bachelor's degree in Video Game Development - Complutense University of Madrid

Email: mariotabascovargas@gmail.com

Portfolio

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Programming
Design
Writing

Game Jams

2D Action Platformer Game

Lead Game Designer | Unity Developer

Steam page
eShop Page

Text Adventure Game

Based on CDProjekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077

Writer | Quest Designer | Twine Developer

Play it here

3D Game Engine

Engine Programmer (C++ | Ogre3D)

GitHub Repository
Website

3D Multiplayer Fighting Game

Gameplay / AI Programmer (C++) | Combat Designer

Made with our custom engine (Gaia Engine)

GitHub Repository
Website

Desktop Application for Musical Improvisation

University Final Year Project

Unity Developer (C#) | Sonic Pi (Ruby)

GitHub Repository

Mobile Game Clone

Based on the Android game Mazes & More

Unity Developer (C#)

GitHub Repository Code sample - Save system

3D Multiplayer Game

Made with our custom engine (Gaia Engine)

Game Designer | Gameplay Programmer (C++)

GitHub Repository
Website

2D Action Platformer Game (old version)

Lead Designer | Gameplay Programmer (C++)

Website (Download no longer available)

Game Jams

GMTK Game Jam 2023

A futuristic air hockey game where a player might be winning on the scoreboard but the odds will turn against them for every goal scored.

Play on itch.io

Ludum Dare 51

Fast-paced game about making toys by joining together different pieces in 10 seconds.

Play on itch.io
Ludum Dare page

JamOn21

Third prize

2D Platformer in which you avoid obstacles by teleporting to your throwable orb.

Play on itch.io

Ludum Dare 49

Rank 124 in innovation

Physics-based local multiplayer fighting game. Try to punch the enemy while staying in balance. If you fall you lose.

Play on itch.io
Ludum Dare page

Ludum Dare 47

Rank 272 in innovation

Shoot'em up in which actions are performed in a programmable loop.

Play on itch.io
Ludum Dare page

Contact Me

Want to know more about me or any of my projects? Just let me know!

Email: mariotabascovargas@gmail.com

Mario Tabasco Vargas

About me

Portfolio

2D Action Platformer Game

Lead Game Designer | Unity Developer

Text Adventure Game

Based on CDProjekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077

Writer | Quest Designer | Twine Developer

3D Game Engine

Engine Programmer (C++ | Ogre3D)

3D Multiplayer Fighting Game

Gameplay / AI Programmer (C++) | Combat Designer

Made with our custom engine (Gaia Engine)

Desktop Application for Musical Improvisation

University Final Year Project

Unity Developer (C#) | Sonic Pi (Ruby)

Mobile Game Clone

Based on the Android game Mazes & More

Unity Developer (C#)

3D Multiplayer Game

Made with our custom engine (Gaia Engine)

Game Designer | Gameplay Programmer (C++)

2D Action Platformer Game (old version)

Lead Designer | Gameplay Programmer (C++)

Game Jams

GMTK Game Jam 2023

A futuristic air hockey game where a player might be winning on the scoreboard but the odds will turn against them for every goal scored.

Ludum Dare 51

Fast-paced game about making toys by joining together different pieces in 10 seconds.

JamOn21

Third prize

2D Platformer in which you avoid obstacles by teleporting to your throwable orb.

Ludum Dare 49

Rank 124 in innovation

Physics-based local multiplayer fighting game. Try to punch the enemy while staying in balance. If you fall you lose.

Ludum Dare 47

Rank 272 in innovation

Shoot'em up in which actions are performed in a programmable loop.

Contact Me