Rômulo Santos Silva
Senior Game Developer
Crafting immersive gaming experiences with cutting-edge technology. Specialized in Unity, Unreal Engine, and custom game engine development.
About Rômulo
With over 13 years of experience in game development, I've worked on everything from mobile games to PC, console, and virtual reality titles. My passion lies in creating engaging gameplay experiences and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in interactive entertainment.
My Journey
I started my career as a junior programmer at a small indie studio, where I learned the fundamentals of game development and discovered my love for problem-solving through code.
Over the years, I've evolved into a senior developer, leading teams and architecting game systems that power millions of players' experiences. I specialize in gameplay programming, multiplayer systems, graphics programming, and creating scalable game architectures.
When I'm not coding, you'll find me exploring new game technologies, contributing to open-source projects, or mentoring aspiring game developers.
Programming Languages
- C#
- C++
- Rust
- Python
- HLSL/GLSL
Game Engines
- Unity
- Unreal Engine
- Custom Engines
Specializations
- Gameplay Programming
- Multiplayer Programming
- Graphics Programming
- Performance Optimization
Additional Skills
- Team Leadership
- Agile/Scrum
- Version Control
- CI/CD
Featured Games
A showcase of the games I've worked on, demonstrating my expertise across different genres and platforms.
Clawball
Associate Principal Gameplay Programmer • 2023-2025
Clawball is a multiplayer Cat vs. Cat VR Soccer Game featuring fast-paced action, physics-based gameplay, and a vibrant art style.
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Pixel Ripped 1978
Lead Gameplay Programmer • 2021-2023
Pixel Ripped 1978 is a VR game where you play as a programmer at Atari in 1978, blending 2D retro gameplay with a 3D VR world.
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Yuki Space Ranger
Lead Gameplay Programmer • 2020-2021
Yuki is a VR Bullet Hell Roguelike mashup where you embody a space ranger and venture through a fantastic cosmos, dodging obstacles and bullets and fighting hordes of space monsters.
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The Line
Gameplay Programmer • 2019
The Line is an interactive VR narrative where users explore a magical world and follow the love story of Pedro and Rosa, two miniature dolls hesitant to break boundaries to be together.
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Boogie Race
Senior Gameplay Programmer • 2024
Boogie Race is an online multiplayer racing game based on a pre-existing Iron Studios IP.
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Residiuum
Senior Gameplay Programmer • 2023
Residiuum is a third-person action game in development by Iron Studios, featuring impressive graphics and immersive gameplay.
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Sansar
Gameplay Programmer • 2018
Sansar is the ultimate playground for creative mind and virtual explorers. Create your avatar, design worlds and join events organized by the community.
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Olé - Card Game
Senior Gameplay Programmer • 2020-2024
Olé is a soccer card game with multiplayer features, where players can collect cards and build their own teams to compete against others.
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Lone Land
Gameplay Programmer • 2018-2019
Lone Land is a contemplative platformer where you play as an unknown protagonist exploring a mysterious world revealed through environmental storytelling.
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Shield Impact
Gameplay Programmer • 2017-2018
Shield Impact is an action survival game where a gladiator with only one shield will be challenged by rising hordes of enemies in an arena in ancient Rome.
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Wells
Gameplay Programmer • 2014-2017
Wells is an action side-scrolling game into a steampunk universe with a lot of enemies, explosions and gigantic bosses.
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Jequi`s Dream
Junior Gameplay Programmer • 2015-2016
Jequi's Dream is a dual-character endless runner where collecting water restores life and helps a new valley come to bloom.
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Professional Experience
My journey through the gaming industry, from junior developer to technical leader, working on projects that have entertained millions of players worldwide.
Associate Principal Gameplay Developer
Leading VR development teams and defining project direction while delivering immersive experiences across multiple VR platforms.
Key Achievements:
- •Delivered 3 VR projects for Rift, Quest, Vive, and PSVR platforms
- •Designed clean architecture and documentation, improving onboarding and maintainability
- •Applied performance optimization techniques in 2 products to ensure fluid gameplay
- •Led and mentored developer teams on 2 projects, fostering the growth of 5 developers
- •Reduced overtime by 100% through strategic planning and fostering personal accountability
- •Boosted team productivity by implementing Git version control, Git Flow, and code reviews
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Senior Gameplay Programmer - Freelance
Contributed to gameplay systems for Residiuum demo, a third-person action game using Unreal Engine.
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- •Contributed to gameplay systems for Residiuum demo (third-person action game)
- •Used Unreal Engine and C++ to implement core mechanics
- •Delivered high-quality features aligned with project goals and deadlines
- •Collaborated with Boogie Race project made in custom engine in rust language
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Senior Game Developer
Developed VR experiences across multiple platforms while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience.
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- •Delivered 3 VR projects for multiple headsets (Rift, Quest, Vive, PSVR)
- •Applied performance improvements in 2 titles to enhance user experience
- •Built tools and workflows in collaboration with designers
- •Contributed to project direction and scope alongside producers and directors
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Game Developer
Delivered VR projects across major platforms while creating tools and pipelines to support design and production teams.
Key Achievements:
- •Delivered 3 VR projects across major VR platforms
- •Created tools and pipelines to support design and production teams
- •Assisted in defining scope and project goals with stakeholders
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Gameplay Programmer
Developed and integrated gameplay systems for PC games while building tools to streamline production processes.
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- •Delivered 3 PC games by developing and integrating gameplay systems
- •Built tools and libraries to streamline production processes
- •Accelerated prototyping for 3 games, enabling rapid iteration and validation
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Senior Game Programmer - Freelance
Developed gameplay features and maintained UI systems for a virtual world platform.
Key Achievements:
- •Developed gameplay features to enhance user engagement
- •Maintained and optimized UI elements and internal engine systems
- •Diagnosed and resolved complex bugs, improving stability and scalability
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Gameplay Programmer
Developed comprehensive game systems and ported games to multiple platforms while creating visual enhancements.
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- •Developed systems for controls, cameras, audio, UI, animation, and character behaviors
- •Ported 2 games to mobile and console platforms
- •Created over 20 shaders to improve in-game visuals
- •Developed level design tools to increase production efficiency and meet deadlines
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Game Programmer & Research Student
Developed mobile games and conducted user research while serving as Assistant Teacher for Programming Languages.
Key Achievements:
- •Developed and tested 2 mobile games using Unity
- •Conducted playtesting sessions that identified and resolved usability issues
- •Addressed key design flaws in UI and gameplay based on user feedback
- •Helped students improve performance by assisting with programming exercises
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IT Intern
Provided IT support and resolved software issues for a large healthcare organization.
Key Achievements:
- •Resolved software issues impacting over 1000 users
- •Gained experience in enterprise software support and troubleshooting
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Open Source Projects
Personal projects and contributions to the game development community. These tools and frameworks help developers create better games more efficiently.
Public Repositories
Contributions
Tween Tools
FeaturedPowerful tweening library for Unity with support for custom easing functions, chaining, and callbacks. Ideal for creating smooth animations and transitions.
Game Engine 2D
FeaturedCustom game engine built from scratch using modern C++. Features include a component-based architecture, rendering engine, physics system, and asset management.
Card Game Example
A complete card game example built with Unreal Engine, showcasing turn-based mechanics, card interactions, and multiplayer support.
Math Library
A comprehensive math library for game development, providing advanced mathematical functions, vector and matrix operations, and geometry calculations.
Procedural Content Generation Examples
Collection of examples demonstrating procedural content generation techniques in Unreal Engine, including procedural meshes, buildings, vegetation, and noise functions.
Game AI Framework
AI algorithms for game development featuring Flocking, Vector Field, Min Max, Auction, AStar, Dijkstra, Breadth first and Depth first searchs.
Shader Collection
Collection of optimized shaders for various visual effects including water simulation, particle systems, post-processing effects, and stylized rendering.
Gameplay Utils Library
A collection of modular Unity scripts to streamline gameplay development, including actions, conditions, attributes, movement, states, cheats, checkpoints, pooling, and more.
Research Publications
Academic contributions focused on virtual reality, digital games, and accessibility for older adults
Master degree thesis - Recommendations for virtual reality environments with a focus on the third age
View PublicationVirtual reality for older users: a systematic literature review
View PublicationEvaluation of the Experience of the Elderly with Virtual Reality in Digital Games for Smartphone
View PublicationUser-Centered Analysis: A study based on the use of a game for the Elderly
View PublicationEthnography and Phenomenology applied to game research: a systematic literature review
View PublicationDesign and evaluation of mobile game for older people: an empirical study
View PublicationLearning of the use of smartphones by older adults mediated by educational game
View PublicationLabuta Batuta: a mobile educational game for older adults
View PublicationThe World of Wells: Design and Gameplay
View PublicationTraveling around the world: a smartphone game project focusing on the elderly
View PublicationLet's Connect
Ready to create something amazing together? I'm always interested in discussing new opportunities, collaborations, mentorship or just chatting about game development.