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I've been shaping immersive technologies since 2014, when I founded Sweden's first VR game studio and launched its earliest multiplayer VR title. I'm a VR innovator and game designer who thrives at the intersection of technology and storytelling, building user-centered experiences that blend education, entertainment, and real-world applications. Today I lead cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious VR/AR projects, balancing technical excellence with user-centered design. I’ve steered Spatial Ops at Resolution Games to top-seller status, and I’m exploring emerging AI tools to accelerate workflows while keeping the focus on engaging, meaningful player experiences.…I've been shaping immersive technologies since 2014, when I founded Sweden's first VR game studio and launched its earliest multiplayer VR title. I'm a VR innovator and game designer who thrives at the intersection of technology and storytelling, building user-centered experiences that blend education, entertainment, and real-world applications. Today I lead cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious VR/AR projects, balancing technical excellence with user-centered design. I’ve steered Spatial Ops at Resolution Games to top-seller status, and I’m exploring emerging AI tools to accelerate workflows while keeping the focus on engaging, meaningful player experiences.

Niklas Persson

Game Designer, Designer, 3D Designer, +2

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I've been shaping immersive technologies since 2014, when I founded Sweden's first VR game studio and launched its earliest multiplayer VR title. I'm a VR innovator and game designer who thrives at the intersection of technology and storytelling, building user-centered experiences that blend education, entertainment, and real-world applications. Today I lead cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious VR/AR projects, balancing technical excellence with user-centered design. I’ve steered Spatial Ops at Resolution Games to top-seller status, and I’m exploring emerging AI tools to accelerate workflows while keeping the focus on engaging, meaningful player experiences.…I've been shaping immersive technologies since 2014, when I founded Sweden's first VR game studio and launched its earliest multiplayer VR title. I'm a VR innovator and game designer who thrives at the intersection of technology and storytelling, building user-centered experiences that blend education, entertainment, and real-world applications. Today I lead cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious VR/AR projects, balancing technical excellence with user-centered design. I’ve steered Spatial Ops at Resolution Games to top-seller status, and I’m exploring emerging AI tools to accelerate workflows while keeping the focus on engaging, meaningful player experiences.

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I’ve been shaping immersive technologies since 2014, when I founded Sweden’s first VR game studio and launched its earliest multiplayer VR title. I’m a VR innovator and game designer who thrives at the intersection of technology and storytelling, building user-centered experiences that blend education, entertainment, and real-world applications.

Today I lead cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious VR/AR projects, balancing technical excellence with user-centered design. I’ve steered Spatial Ops at Resolution Games to top-seller status, and I’m exploring emerging AI tools to accelerate workflows while keeping the focus on engaging, meaningful player experiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

Swedish

Fluent

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Operations Manager at Nexuz AB

January 1, 1997 - February 1, 2001

Co-founded and managed operations for a Stockholm-based technology company. Led strategic direction and growth initiatives for early-stage gaming and interactive projects; contributed to shaping industry practices in large-scale multiplayer experiences.

Game Designer & Co-Project Lead at DICE AB

May 1, 2006 - January 1, 2014

Led game design and co-project leadership for flagship titles. Played a key role in cross-functional teams delivering large-scale multiplayer experiences and innovative gameplay mechanics.

Founder & Creative Lead at Laserfortet AB

May 1, 2006 - January 1, 2014

Founded Stockholm's largest Escape Room attraction, integrating laser tag for a dual-purpose entertainment experience. Grew the business through strategic innovation and operational leadership, establishing a high-traffic destination by 2014.

Founder & VR Game Studio Lead at HordeZ / Zenz VR

March 1, 2015 - October 1, 2017

Launched Sweden's first multiplayer VR shooter, reaching 30,000+ Steam players. Co-designed a top-selling VR franchise and pioneered immersive game concepts that influenced the VR scene.