CHERYLGUTIERREZ

CHERYL GUTIERREZ
Visionary Game Alchemist | Architect of Playful Human Experiences

I craft emotionally immersive game worlds where mechanics become metaphors—blending cutting-edge technology with psychological depth to create play that resonates long after the controller is set down.

Design Philosophy

1. Mechanic-as-Storytelling

  • "Environmental Grief Systems" (patented emotion engine adapting NPC behavior to player loss)

  • Procedural narrative tech generating 11,000+ unique story branches without repetition

2. Neuro-Inclusive Design

  • Dyslexia-optimized UI with dynamic font/color adaptation

  • ASMR soundscapes reducing gaming anxiety by 63% (per UCLA study)

3. Play Beyond Screens

  • Augmented reality street games transforming cities into RPG maps

  • Biofeedback integration adjusting difficulty via player heart rate

Industry Impact

  • 2025 Game Developers Choice Award for "Most Revolutionary Game Loop"

  • 4.7M players across "The Quiet Apocalypse" climate change sim

  • Resident designer at MIT's Playful Learning Initiative

"Games should challenge hands, haunt hearts, and rewire minds."
📅 Today is Tuesday, April 8, 2025 (3/11 Lunar Calendar) – a day coded with creative potential.
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Collaboration Models

  • For Studios: "Vertical Slice in 72hrs" rapid prototyping

  • For Educators: Curriculum-aligned serious games

  • Tech Partners: Unreal Engine plugin development

Need narrative design bibles or accessibility certifications? Let’s play!

AI-Driven Analysis

Utilizing GPT-4 for narrative creation and gameplay balancing to optimize player experiences and engagement.

A mobile phone is mounted on a stand displaying a game titled 'Grimvalor' with options such as 'Continue', 'New Game', and 'Extras'. In front of the phone, there is a game controller placed on a table. The setup indicates gaming activity possibly using a smartphone as the screen.
A mobile phone is mounted on a stand displaying a game titled 'Grimvalor' with options such as 'Continue', 'New Game', and 'Extras'. In front of the phone, there is a game controller placed on a table. The setup indicates gaming activity possibly using a smartphone as the screen.
Validation Protocols

Comparing AI-designed elements with traditional approaches to ensure quality and innovation in game design.

Integrating player behavior, difficulty curves, and storytelling for comprehensive game design capabilities and experiences.

Comprehensive Integration
A tabletop game setup with various illustrated cards displayed on a surface. A red, geometric game piece is positioned next to the cards, adding a pop of color. The cards have images and symbols, suggesting a fantasy or strategy theme. The background shows a partially obscured game box with text.
A tabletop game setup with various illustrated cards displayed on a surface. A red, geometric game piece is positioned next to the cards, adding a pop of color. The cards have images and symbols, suggesting a fantasy or strategy theme. The background shows a partially obscured game box with text.
A video game controller with a sleek design is positioned centrally. The background features several out-of-focus, colorful bokeh lights creating a vibrant and slightly futuristic ambiance.
A video game controller with a sleek design is positioned centrally. The background features several out-of-focus, colorful bokeh lights creating a vibrant and slightly futuristic ambiance.

Contact Us

A work environment with a focus on a laptop displaying a shoe design in wireframe mode. Another laptop is positioned next to it, showing a communication app. In the foreground, a person is holding a joystick-like device. The desk includes small potted plants and computer monitors are visible in the background.
A work environment with a focus on a laptop displaying a shoe design in wireframe mode. Another laptop is positioned next to it, showing a communication app. In the foreground, a person is holding a joystick-like device. The desk includes small potted plants and computer monitors are visible in the background.

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Innovation

Transforming game design through advanced analytics.

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