Game Designer • Developer • Creator
Hello, I'm Andrew Degan
I am a passionate designer, developer, and creator.
About Me
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Who Am I?
Hi! I'm Andrew Degan, a passionate designer, developer, and creator based in Oakland, California. I specialize in Video Game design and production, built upon my love for turning humble ideas into immersive experiences, especially those that bring joy and inspiration to others.
My Story
I have been uniquely interested in the medium of Video Games for as long as I can remember. Each game I played sparked a desire to understand how it was made on a technical level, leading me to explore the vast world of game development. From design, programming, and art to storytelling and understanding how people interact with video games from a psychological perspective. I strive to create the best experiences possible, and I am always eager to learn and grow as a creator!
From a young age, I have participated in programming classes and various game development projects both solo and collaboratively, honing my skills across a wide range of disciplines. From my work in my high school's career center to my study abroad in Japan where I focused on cultural differences in game design and player experience, I have had the wonderful opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging from small game jams to larger scale productions at my University. I value personalization, and thus this very website has been built from the ground up by me, hand-coded in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript with accessibility and creativity in mind!
My Values
- Innovation and creativity
- Continuous learning
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Excellence in execution
- Agency and accessibility
- Iterative design
- Inclusion and acceptance
- Efficiency and productivity
Current Status
As of November 2026, I am a recent graduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Computer Science: Computer Game Design. I am working on freelance work in the field of Artificial Intelligence, through DataAnnotation services. I work hard each day to improve my skills and deliver high-quality results.
I am currently seeking opportunities to apply my skills and knowledge in the field of game development!
Skills & Expertise
Design
UI/UX, Systems Design, Level Design, Game Mechanics, Prototyping, Collaboration, Playtesting & QA, Narrative & Sound Design, Leadership
Programming
C#, C++, Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, GDScript
Tools
Unity, VS Code, Adobe Photoshop, Git, Figma, Blender, Phaser, Aseprite, FMOD, Ink, Twine, Unreal, Godot, Generative AI
My Portfolio
Showcasing my best work
Get in Touch
I'd love to hear from you
Contact Information
Phone
Available upon request
Location
Oakland, California, USA