Abdullah Ahmed
Game Designer
Making games that make learning fun.
Hi there!
My name is Abdullah Ahmed, a Game Designer with passion of creating experiences that educate, engage and develop the player’s skills while expanding their knowledge.
I’m working as Game Designer at Lamsa, one of the most awarded EdTech startups in MENA region, whose popular app is used daily by thousands of children.
With a natural flair for creativity, I have extensive experience in game and product design, as well as leadership roles. I have a hunger for problem-solving and am constantly learning new tools and meeting new people to improve my craft.
Childhood and Serious Games
Force Castle
2D physics-based, casual game with sling shot mechanics, about collisions and forces
Jelly Intern
Serious-puzzle game focused on learning work ethics and awareness for blue-collars
Pizza Shop
Fun counting game for Kindergarten kids where players prepare pizzas by adding the right number of toppings
Delivery Heroes
Educational runner game where kids deliver packages to houses by recognizing numbers 11–20
Adventures of Digi
Pseudo-3D Math Adventure game covering exponents and expressions
You Got A Case
An interactive courtroom adventure that teaches the Bill of Rights through fun, real-world inspired cases.
Tornado Chasers
Science Adventure game about weather prediction & weather characteristics
Lamsa World
Designed more games for the award winning kids Learning App: Lamsa Kids
TBA
Kids game teaching Arabic language through stories and mini games for teenage girls
Prototypes and Personal Projects
Resizer
2d physics-based platformer game where you scale anything to reach the portal
Chess Jester
A tactical card-driven strategy twist on classic chess where you control a jester piece that mimic other pieces
Bind
Minimalistic take on Sokoban puzzle, where the player doesn't push boxes but sticks to them
Pix Hop
Arcade game, addicting and engaging experience with only basic movement and jumping as a mechanic
Escape Room
Unreal-Engine prototype; exploring level design tools, interaction systems and online co-op
Moon Jump
Unity-3D prototype exploring character animations, level design, movement mechanics & optimization for mobile
Recent Work
2022 – Present
Game Designer – Lamsa
- Designed K-12 games and activities that align with learning objectives and curriculum outlines, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Created comprehensive design documentation outlining game mechanics and features, ensuring clear communication and efficient development processes.
- Ensured game balance through iterative testing and adjustments, maintaining a fair and enjoyable experience for the target audience.
- Built and tested prototypes to validate game concepts and mechanics.
- Conducted QA sessions to ensure learning objectives are met and playtesting sessions are effective.
2021 – 2022
Game Designer / Developer – Legends of Learning
- Designed and developed HTML5 (web) instructional games for K-12.
- Managed project timelines, resources, and team coordination to ensure successful project delivery.
- Monitored KPIs to track progress and measure the success of the educational game.
- Successfully developed three educational games that achieved top chart rankings based on both student and teacher ratings.
2018 – 2019
Game Designer / Developer – GIZ
- Designed & developed a persuasive game about work ethics for blue collars.
- Managed project timelines, resources, and team coordination to ensure successful project delivery.
- Conducted playtesting sessions to gather feedback and refine game mechanics and user experience.
Education
- Bachelor of Architecture Design – Faculty of Engineering (Alexandria University)
Certificates
- Game Design Training – Gamify now, Germany
- Indie Prize Scholarship – Berlin, Germany
- Gamification & Purposeful Gaming – Playful Solutions
- CoreLabs Game Accelerator-GSVLABS, SiliconValley
Nominations and Awards
- IMGA – Best Quick Play Game MENA
- A MAZE. / Johannesburg 2016 – Selection
- Indie Prize 2016 – Nomination
