Mangesh Thombare🇮🇳
Lead Game Designer at Pro Shooter VR
About Mangesh Thombare
Lead Game Designer at Pro Shooter VR
With over 10 years of experience in game design, I specialize in crafting immersive experiences across Virtual Reality (VR), PC games, and tabletop games. My expertise lies in designing intuitive and engaging game mechanics, building player engagement, and leading curriculum development for aspiring designers. Current Focus: I am leading the development of a cutting-edge VR shooting simulation game, blending interaction design and real-world physics to create authentic and dynamic gameplay.
Career Highlights:
Designed a 3-year Game Design Degree Program, now successfully implemented at 3 universities in India, empowering the next generation of game creators. Spearheaded the creation of PC games and tabletop games, balancing strategic depth and accessibility for players. Founded and nurtured a thriving board game design community in Pune for the past 10 years, fostering collaboration among enthusiasts and professionals. Core Skills and Expertise:
Game Development: Prototyping, level design, and production for PC and VR platforms. Tabletop Game Design: Building innovative, strategy-focused board games. VR Development: Creating immersive, interactive gameplay experiences. Game Design Education: Conducting workshops, teaching, and curriculum development.
Expertise
Sessions with Mangesh Thombare
- Mentorship Session (45 min): Mentorship session
What mentees say
“Learning from Mangesh has been an incredibly insightful experience. His expertise in extended reality is impressive, and his ability to explain complex concepts with clarity is unmatched. I gained a deeper understanding of XR technology and its vast potential across industries. I highly recommend Mangesh as an expert in the field of extended reality”
“An Exceptional Mentor Mangesh has been instrumental in my growth as a game designer. His deep expertise, clear guidance, and genuine passion for teaching have helped me refine my skills and push creative boundaries. He provides insightful feedback, shares invaluable industry knowledge, and encourages innovative thinking.”