About Ryan Ontiveros

I am currently a senior at the University of California, Irvine studying Game Design and Interactive Media at the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences with a minor in Education. I am passionate about creating interactive experiences that blend creativity, technology, and player engagement, and I am eager to contribute my skills to innovative projects in the game industry.

What sets me apart as a game designer is that I love to explore the connections between video games, history, and education. I believe that games have the potential to be transformative, develop analytical thinking skills, speed up response times, encourage teamwork, stimulate creativity and focus, teach strategy, leadership, problem solving, and critical thinking, while providing stress relief.

I am seeking opportunities in game design and related fields, aiming to contribute to projects that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment and education. My goal is to leverage my skills and passion to create meaningful and impactful gaming experiences.

Some of my favorite games include League of Legends, 2XKO, Elden Ring, and GTFO--titles that inspire my love for deep mechanics, strong art direction, and cooperative gameplay.

Outside of development, I enjoy spending time at concerts (especially Green Day, Linkin Park, and The Offspring), visiting amusement parks like Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm, watching horror movies, and relaxing with my dog, Brutus.