Game Designer, CryptoKitties

6 Months ago • 3 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Join the CryptoKitties team as a Game Designer to build engaging games for this iconic blockchain brand. You'll collaborate with creatives and developers, conceptualizing, prototyping, and refining gameplay systems within the constraints of an open blockchain economy. Responsibilities include developing engaging gameplay systems, creating game concepts and user flows, collaborating with cross-functional teams, balancing fun and challenge, facilitating playtests and analyzing player behavior, exploring blockchain integration, and assisting with live events and updates. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of game design experience (preferably with casual or mobile games), a strong understanding of gameplay mechanics, and a passion for creating engaging player experiences. Knowledge of blockchain is a plus.
Must have:
  • 3+ years game design experience
  • Strong gameplay mechanics understanding
  • Passion for engaging player experiences
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Blockchain knowledge (or willingness to learn)
Good to have:
  • Experience with casual/mobile games
  • Proficiency in Figma/Miro

Job Details

Join the CryptoKitties team as a Game Designer, where we are building the next wave of engaging and delightful games for one of blockchain gaming's most iconic brands. CryptoKitties redefined the digital collectibles space, and now we’re crafting innovative gameplay experiences to delight and grow its vibrant and dedicated community.

As a Game Designer, you will work closely with a team of creatives and developers to conceptualize, prototype, and refine gameplay systems that are both fun and accessible while living within the unique constraints of an open blockchain based economy. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented and collaborative designer to make their mark on the blockchain gaming space while learning from some of the best in the industry.

What we’ll achieve together:

    • Develop engaging gameplay systems tailored to the CryptoKitties brand while balancing in-game and token-based economies to ensure sustainable player engagement and growth.
    • Create game concepts, user flows, and documentation that communicate ideas effectively to the development team.
    • Collaborate with artists, engineers, and product managers to bring ideas to life.
    • Balance fun and challenge in game features, ensuring high player engagement and retention.
    • Facilitate playtests and analyze player behavior to identify areas for improvement in both gameplay and the in-game economy, iterating on designs based on insights.
    • Explore creative ways to integrate blockchain technology into gameplay.
    • Assist in developing live events and feature updates that keep players excited and engaged.

About you:

    • 3+ years of experience in game design, preferably with casual or mobile games.
    • Strong understanding of core gameplay mechanics and system design.
    • Passion for creating fun and engaging player experiences.
    • Knowledge of blockchain or a strong curiosity to learn about its potential in gaming.
    • Proficient in tools like Figma, Miro, or other design and documentation tools.
    • Collaborative mindset, able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
    • A love for CryptoKitties and an interest in shaping its future!
Dapper Labs is the world's first blockchain entertainment company. We are the creators of industry-leading experiences including CryptoKitties, NBA Top Shot, NFL All Day, Disney Pinnacle as well as Dapper Wallet – the simplest way to manage your assets and use the blockchain. We are also the original developers behind Flow, a new decentralized blockchain designed from the ground up for scalability and ease of use. Our mission at Dapper Labs is to make the world a more accessible and enjoyable place through consumer adoption of decentralized technologies. We have raised over $600M from leading and notable investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Coatue, Union Square Ventures, Venrock, Google Ventures (GV), Samsung, and the founders of Dreamworks, Reddit, Coinbase, Zynga, and AngelList, among others.

Visit our website to learn even more about Dapper Labs, including information about benefits and perks.

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