Game Development Portfolio

Hello! I’m Pablo Villanueva, known as Pablyco, an Unreal Engine Developer specialized in programming mainly in gameplay. This portfolio showcases my work in game mechanics.

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🕹️ Projects:

Technologies Used in my projects are Unreal Engine (Blueprints, C++), Aseprite, Blender,Obsidian,etc. Thanks you Charckes, Kenney and Quinn for the free assets used in Portfolio Project.

Chester The Chest

• Description: Step into the role of Chester, an animated treasure chest, as he navigates puzzles, hidden items, and beautifully designed levels. Chester's world combines the charm of PS1 and Nintendo-style graphics with pixel art aesthetics.
• Key Features: Unique blend of retro graphics and puzzle-solving gameplay
• My Role: As the sole developer, I handled all aspects of this project, including programming, art, music, and design.

• Play or Download: Play Chester the Chest

Portfolio Project: One-Week Challenge

A self-imposed challenge to push my technical boundaries and expand my skill set.

Project Goals:

1. Implement AI Systems (New Territory)
   • Developed an AI patrol system that navigates through 4 patrol points, cycling back to the starting point
   • Implemented detection logic to have the AI notice and pursue the player
   • Created a "melee range" check, allowing the AI to attack the player when in range
2. 2D and 2.5D Character Development
   • Created a hybrid character system combining 2D sprite animations with 2.5D world positioning
   • Carefully blended the 2D and 3D elements to achieve a unique visual style
3. Quake-Style Movement Recreation
   • Implemented classic Quake movement mechanics, including:
     • Air control
     • Strafing
     • Bunny hopping
   • Optimized the movement system for smooth, responsive gameplay

Technical Highlights:

• Development Timeline: 1 week

• Engine: Unreal Engine

• Technologies Used: C++, Blueprint visual scripting

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💼 Skill Set

I focus on developing efficient gameplay systems and enhancing performance through optimization. Here’s a snapshot of my skill set:

• Technical Skills:
  • Unreal Engine 5.X (Blueprints and C++)
  • Game Mechanics Development
  • Performance Optimization Techniques
  • GDScript (for additional prototyping)
• Optimization Expertise:
  • LODs and Draw Calls
  • GPU/CPU Profiling
  • Memory and Asset Management
  • Performance View Modes (Shader Complexity, Light Complexity)
• Interpersonal Skills:
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability and Resilience
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Detail-Oriented
• Industry Knowledge:
  • Game Development Pipeline
  • Performance Profiling & Analysis

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📫 Contact

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