About Me
I’m Chris Kim, a game designer mainly focused on system design, economy, and combat design. I’m drawn to structure, fairness, and the subtle ways mechanics shape how we play, think, and feel.
I enjoy learning deeply. That introspective nature, conversations, and collaboration have become a foundation for how I approach design. It allows me to work with structure, precision, and attention to detail, which are my strengths.
Systems may appear as rules on the surface, but they are frameworks that influence how people understand, act, and adapt. When a system enforces behavior without understanding, its purpose begins to fade. It reveals meaning through interaction and clarity.
That’s how I design. Not to control the player, but to give them space to think and respond in their own way. I want my systems to make sense, not because I impose structure but because the logic feels right to the player.
I try to live by the same principle. When I’ve thought something through and made a decision, I act. Hesitation weakens clarity, and without clarity, intention fades. If a choice carries meaning, it deserves to be followed through.
I see design as something grounded in honesty. It should carry intention, offer clarity, and help the player move forward confidently.
Because I believe that’s how-
A game design should treat the player.

Education
Bachelor of Arts in Game Design (BAGD)
DigiPen Institute of Technology
03/2021 ~ Current
Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Game Design, focusing on system, level, and UI/UX design.
My coursework includes economic design, UX/UI design, project management, and technical design, alongside programming and 3D model production.
Through team-based projects, I’ve led the design team, making gameplay systems such as dynamic markets, combat mechanics, and progression pacing.
I apply structured thinking, player-centric iteration, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to create meaningful and balanced gameplay experiences.
Expected Grad: 04/2026