Giulio Piana

Giulio Piana Game Developer, Founder, Creator

15+ years of experience crafting engaging games from prototyping to live operations. Expert in Unity3D, C#, and leading development teams to create memorable gaming experiences.

About Me

Passionate about creating engaging gaming experiences

I'm a passionate Game Developer with over 15 years of experience across all stages of game production. My journey has taken me from co-founding an independent studio to leading teams at major gaming companies like Gameloft, Miniclip.

I specialize in Unity3D and C# development, with expertise in gameplay programming, metagame design, and team leadership. My entrepreneurial mindset and analytical approach help me solve complex technical challenges while maintaining focus on player experience.

2024

Lead Game Developer

Gajabuja (Singapore)

Led engineering team for mobile word puzzle social game from MVP to beta release

2024

Senior Gameplay Developer

Voodoo.io (France)

Led rapid ideation team for hybrid casual RPG & tower defense prototypes

2019-2024

Senior Gameplay Developer

Gameloft SA (France)

Managed developer team in Gamelab prototyping division

2016-2019

Lead Client Developer

Miniclip SA (Italy)

Led development teams on mobile games from prototyping to live service

2012-2016

Co-founder

Broken Arms Games

Technical Skills

Unity3D (Expert)
C# Programming
Mobile Development
Game Analytics
AI & Automation
Team Leadership
12+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Delivered
5
Major Studios

Featured Projects

Released games that showcase my expertise and passion

Breezy Crossword

Gajabuja

Crossword puzzle game for anyone who loves word games.

Unity3D C# iOS/Android

Auto Defense

Gameloft

Developed core roguelite tower defense mechanics with elemental and special ability combos. Designed progression systems to enhance replayability.

Unity3D C# iOS/Android

Golf Battle

Miniclip

Led team of 5 developers to create multiplayer 3D minigolf gameplay. Integrated live features including loot boxes and character customization.

Unity3D Multiplayer iOS/Android

Football Strike

Miniclip

Developed core shooting mechanics and metagame elements. Led project from Alpha to live release with team of 4 developers.

Unity3D Physics iOS/Android

Atomine

Broken Arms Games

Implemented core gameplay mechanics, AI systems, and Steam integration. Built procedural level generation system for enhanced replayability.

Unity3D PC/Xbox Steam

Prototypes Projects

Prototype or in-development projects

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Merge chaos

A prototype showcasing a merge puzzle with innovative gameplay mechanics.

State: Released - Cancelled

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Merge kitchen 3d

A 3d merge item prototype with kitchen theme.

State: Released - Cancelled

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Chopper Defense

A midcore tower defense prototype with unique mechanics.

State: Released - Cancelled

Services

How I can help bring your game vision to life

Gameplay Programming

Expert Unity3D and C# development for core gameplay mechanics, player systems, and interactive features that engage players.

  • Unity3D Expert Development
  • C# Programming
  • Game Mechanics Design
  • Player Systems

Team Leadership

Experienced in leading development teams, mentoring developers, and managing agile projects from conception to live operations.

  • Team Management
  • Developer Mentoring
  • Agile Development
  • Project Planning

Rapid Prototyping

Quick iteration and prototyping to test game concepts, validate mechanics, and accelerate development cycles.

  • MVP Development
  • Concept Validation
  • Quick Iteration
  • Market Testing

Mobile Game Development

Specialized in iOS and Android game development with focus on performance optimization and platform-specific features.

  • iOS/Android Development
  • Performance Optimization
  • Platform Integration
  • Live Operations

Game Analytics & Optimization

Data-driven approach to game improvement using analytics tools and player behavior analysis for better retention and engagement.

  • Analytics Integration
  • Player Behavior Analysis
  • Performance Metrics
  • Optimization Strategies

AI & Automation

Implementation of AI-assisted workflows and automation tools to streamline development processes and improve efficiency.

  • AI-Assisted Development
  • Workflow Automation
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • Tool Development

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I'm always interested in discussing new opportunities, sharing knowledge, or collaborating on exciting game projects.