Nicolas Kraj

UX Director for Ubisoft.
Creator of a platform for designers. students & indies to learn, get feedback and grow.

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

https://t.co/qqxSiOurms is a place for indies, designers, and students to learn about everything I learned in 10+ Years in AAA (Assassin's Creed, Beyond Good & Evil 2...), get live support, consulting, and feedback on their in-development games! #gamedev #design #ux #uidesign

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

@edmundmcmillen #dontplayit!!!

[Raw Fury | DEEP DISH DUNGEON OUT NOW!! @RawFury]

Dear gamer. We decided that we wanted to give back to the community, and take steps towards changing some stuff. Starting now, Raw Fury’s publishing agreement is available for any and all to read.

Here is the blog post regarding why we decided to do this: https://t.co/bNMLKvMC51

[theAudiobookBlog.com by Victor Dima 🧑🏻‍🦯 @Audiobook_blog]

An #interview from my other project with @GameDesignKeys about @FenyxRising and #accessibility in #videogames. @Ubisoft @superblindman @stevesaylor @PlayStation @Naughty_Dog #PS5 #PS4 #blindgamers #gamingaccessibility #gamedev #gaming #mondaythoughts
https://t.co/sHpNVG5DGh

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

https://t.co/1962PAtTeu

In this article, we dig into the finesse of behavioral psychology applied to games, with one focus in mind: Player's Motivation, and how it is key to player engagement and retention.

#gamedev #design #ux #gamedesign #psychology #motivations #retention

[UX Collective @uxdesigncc]

7 tips to apply for a Game Designer position https://t.co/F9M4M68Vl6

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

7 Tips to Apply for a Game Designer Position:
Lessons from 10 years of recruitment and game design teams management

https://t.co/xOjSqbUz2o

#gamedev #gamedesign #design #indiedev #videogames #gamejob

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

https://t.co/Lj1Jj55mEs

Going over common mistakes, core guidelines, and all the theory to get you started with UI Design for Video Games!

#uxdesign #ux #ui #uidesign #gamedev #design #userexperience #indiedev #gamedesign

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

A must-read for all devs wanting to go through the Crowdfunding route. Filled with gold nuggets of advices, and done by the fabulous team @FollowFeathers !

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

https://t.co/KmThwnPXs7

Let's dive into the world of Organic Teaching and Mental Models to give you the first bricks of understanding on how to create powerful invisible tutorials.
Oh.. and doors :)

#indiegame #IndieGameDev #UI #ux #gamedev #design #indie #gamedesign #uxdesign

[Power The Grid @PowerTheGrid]

A new visual concept takes shape :)
Props to @urielcordas!

#screenshotsaturday #indiegame
#indiedev #gamedev #art #gameart

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

https://t.co/vBVOCiR0jq

Let's dig into the components and theory of a good Skill Tree. Analyzing the trees themselves but also the skills they contain, and opening on uncharted design opportunities.
#indiegame #IndieGameDev #UI #ux #gamedev #design #indie #gamedesign #uxdesign

[Weaving Tides @FollowFeathers]

Weaving Tides has already reached over 200% of its initial funding goal on #Kickstarter!! 😱

We also smashed through our third stretch goal which means, time for some new stretch goal reveals!! 🎉✨
👉 https://t.co/RYGeCpIAFv

#gamedev #switch #steam #gaming #indiedev

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

https://t.co/BT5ORPHq4R

Creating an efficient trailer, a powerful demo, or an engaging first contact is always a challenge.
So here are the 6 essential elements players need to understand asap for an efficient onboarding.
#gamedev #IndieGameDev #design #uxdesign #ux #games

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

https://t.co/pIf8ud0wLx

How to design card games User Interface? In this 2.5h Stream and article, we dig into the world of card battlers and redesign live the UI of Fairtravel Battle, one of the games we follow on GDKeys!

#indiegame #IndieGameDev #UI #ux #gamedev #design #UIUX

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

Yesterday, we did a great stream on Card Games UI Design, breaking down HS, MTG, LoR, and redesigning Live the Board and Cards of Faitravel Battle, one of the games we support on https://t.co/qqxSiOurms! https://t.co/7YADHRcoAw

#indiegame #IndieGameDev #UI #ux #gamedev #design

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

If you are making a game, then you struggled with Signs & Feedback. Don't worry, I got your back!
All you need is in this article and more:

https://t.co/yHL2MSlUCU

#indie #indiedev #design #gamedev #games #uxdesign #uiux
#gamedesign #designer #gamedevelopment #indiegames #ux

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

Hey, pssst... Want to hear some dirty little Game Design Secrets ;)

https://t.co/pMJczPfUDJ

#indie #indiedev #indiedevhour #design #gamedev #games #uxdesign #uiux
#gamedesign #designer #gamedevelopment #indiegames #ux

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

@Gaohmee With pleasure! Ping me anytime :)

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

@Gaohmee Your now world-famous thread about designer hidden secrets inspired me to write my own piece and share my own secrets (ACO, The Crew...) and approach to the topic:

https://t.co/pMJczPfUDJ

It may give you an interesting example or two for your book!

[Nicolas Kraj @GameDesignKeys]

Go support this awesome #indiegame by the guys @WeavingTides. It's lovely, amazingly done and the team is extremely professional and dedicated!

[Weaving Tides @FollowFeathers]

Our cozy, Zelda-inspired adventure Weaving Tides is now LIVE on #Kickstarter!

Click on the link and become a backer:
👉 https://t.co/pOOvRc8Ycn

Your RTs help us a lot! Thank you 💙
#indiedev #gamedev #madewithUnity