Lead Gameplay Programmer & System Architect

Aethel’s Light is a Third-Person Action RPG developed in Unity (C#) to demonstrate scalable game architecture and advanced gameplay engineering.

The project focuses on moving beyond basic scripting to implement robust, modular systems capable of handling complex combat loops and high-performance requirements. As the sole developer, I architected the core gameplay loop, enemy AI, and optimization managers from scratch.

Key Technical Contributions
Universal Enemy AI (FSM): Designed a modular Finite State Machine handling distinct behaviors (Patrol, Chase, Attack) with line-of-sight logic and dynamic state transitions.

Performance Optimization: Implemented a custom Object Pooling System for enemy spawning and projectiles, ensuring stable FPS during high-intensity waves on mobile and PC.

Combat System Architecture: Engineered a responsive Character Controller featuring ability mechanics (Speed Aura, Invincibility Shield) and projectile/melee interaction.

Dynamic Wave Manager: Built a “Portal Spawner” system that scales difficulty intelligently by managing active entity counts and wave progression.

Tech Stack
Engine: Unity 2022 LTS (URP)

Language: C#

Tools: Git, Visual Studio, ProBuilder

Why this works for Twine:
It focuses on “Architecture”: Clients want to know you can build code that doesn’t break. Words like “Modular,” “Scalable,” and “From Scratch” prove that.

It highlights specific solutions: You didn’t just “make AI”; you built a “Finite State Machine.” You didn’t just “fix lag”; you implemented “Object Pooling.”

It defines your role: It clearly states you were the Lead Programmer, showing you can take ownership of a project.