Couch Heroes is seeking a skilled Gameplay Developer to bring life to our game world using Unreal Engine 5. As a key member of our development team, you will focus on implementing and refining core gameplay systems, mechanics, and features that provide an engaging and immersive experience for players. Your role will include creating responsive, polished gameplay and collaborating with a passionate team to deliver a unique and innovative gaming platform.
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At Couch Heroes, we’re revolutionizing the gaming ecosystem with our gamified platform, designed to benefit both developers and players. Our team embodies the "Gamers for Gamers" mentality, with talent from 10 countries working together remotely to create something extraordinary.
Responsibilities:
* Design, implement, and optimize gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5, ensuring they align with the game's vision and mechanics.
* Collaborate with the design, art, and audio teams to create seamless, engaging player experiences.
* Develop and refine core features such as combat, movement, progression, and interactions with the game world.
* Debug and troubleshoot gameplay systems, ensuring smooth performance across platforms.
* Iterate on existing gameplay mechanics based on team feedback and playtesting results.
* Stay up to date with Unreal Engine advancements and contribute innovative ideas to enhance gameplay.
Qualifications:
* A passion for games and a deep understanding of what makes gameplay fun and engaging.
* Proven experience working with Unreal Engine (preferably Unreal Engine 5), including Blueprints and/or C++.
* Strong grasp of core gameplay mechanics design and implementation, such as combat, AI behaviors, player controls, and UI integration.
* Ability to work from design documents, iterate rapidly, and collaborate in a highly creative, remote team environment.
* Familiarity with debugging tools, optimization techniques, and performance profiling in Unreal Engine.
* Organized and efficient workflow, capable of meeting deadlines in a collaborative setting.
Bonus Skills:
* Experience with multiplayer game systems and networking in Unreal Engine.
* Knowledge of animation workflows and character mechanics.
* Familiarity with procedural generation, dynamic environments, or other advanced gameplay techniques.
* Strong understanding of game design principles and player psychology.