Staff Game Designer – World & Community

Fortisgames

Remote
Remote
Living-world systems design
Guild system design
Scalable content frameworks
Fortis Games is seeking a Staff Game Designer specializing in World & Community to lead the design of living-world systems that foster player connection and community. The ideal candidate will have extensive game design experience, particularly in narrative design and mobile-first gameplay, and will thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative environment

Job Summary

  • Lead the design of living-world systems that evolve based on player and guild actions, creating a sense of shared history and consequence.
  • Own an integrated guild system where guild leadership decisions influence content, events, and the state of the world.
  • Partner closely with community, narrative, product, and live ops teams to ensure gameplay and online community spaces influence each other in meaningful ways.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Fortis Games is seeking a Staff Game Designer specializing in World & Community to lead the design of living-world systems that foster player connection and community. The ideal candidate will have extensive game design experience, particularly in narrative design and mobile-first gameplay, and will thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • living-world systems design
  • guild system design
  • scalable content frameworks
  • narrative and game systems integration
  • mobile-first design sensibility
  • player behavior translation

Nice-to-have

  • deep empathy for players
  • team-first mentality
  • thoughtful communication

Key Requirements

  • 7+ years of professional game design experience
  • Strong systems design fundamentals
  • Proven experience in narrative design, world building, or live content systems
  • Mobile-first design sensibility
  • High agency and self-direction
  • Clear, structured communication skills

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Not specified

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