GAURAV BARAIGAME DESIGNER
Hey there! I'm Gaurav Barai, a game designer with 3+ years of experience across PC, casual, mobile, and open-world games, exploring genres from shooter to puzzle. Passionate about PC and console gaming, I draw inspiration from psychology, philosophy, science, and the unknown—always evolving with industry trends to build my own gaming studio.
Games Portfolio
Mumbai Gullies
An open-world game set in vibrant streets of Mumbai.
Temple of Causality
A Sokoban-style puzzle game where pushing one block triggers a chain reaction, symbolizing the interconnectedness of actions.
The Black Vector
A first-person puzzle game set in The Black Vector universe, driven by environmental puzzles, environmental storytelling and exploration.
Style Diaries
A social media fashion role-playing dress-up game that gives you the power to become the most influential influencer in the world.
Conveyor Pack
Strategically move boxes on a grid to collect items, fill them up, and send them on their way. Optimize your moves and solve puzzles in this satisfying packing adventure!
Design Documents
The Lost Connection - Mission Design Doc.
AAA Mission Design
A Sample Mission design document made for Death Stranding. Only for Portfolio purposes.
Kicko Cricket Challenge - Game Concept Document
Runner + Cricket Mobile Game Concept
A Game Concept document made for "Kicko and Super Speedo" Sony IP.
Airflight Battle Royale - Game Concept Document
Air-based Multiplayer Battle Royale
An Air-based Multiplayer Battle Royale Game concept for a client.
Bloom Quest - Game Design Document
Action RPG
A GDD made with the help of ChatGPT.
Num Run Fun - Game Design Document
Chess + Clash of Clans + Numbers
A design document made for an educational game by a client which was later scrapped.
ZVKY Assignment - Chess with Reviver Mechanic
Strategy | Chess Variant
A chess variant concept featuring a Reviver piece, score-based win conditions, and strategic revival mechanics.
Mumbai Street Racing - Game Design Document
PC Racing Game
A design document made for an in-house game at GameEon which is halted
Ghost Bound - Game Concept Document
PC Semi-Open World Action
A semi-open world tactical strategy game where you, as a vengeful ghost, possess enemies and exact revenge.
Planet X - Game Design Document
Sci-Fi Zombie Survival Mobile Game
A design document made for an in-house game at GameEon which was later cancelled.
Indieverse (Project Report)
Virtual Game Store | Social Metaverse | NFT Marketplace
A detailed project report proposing a virtual 3D metaverse store for indie games, featuring NFT integration, social gameplay, and gamified experiences.
Developing Business Strategies for AI-Generated Creative Assets
AI Integration in Gaming
Exploring integration of AI tools in game development, covering business impacts, asset generation workflows, monetization strategies, & industry trends.
Articles
Quick Time Events (QTEs) in Game Design
An in-depth look at Quick Time Events (QTEs) in game design, their impact on gameplay, and how to implement them effectively.
Apr 16, 2023
Exploring Different Types of Game Mechanics and Genres: from Platformers to Puzzles…
An Intro to various game genres, exploring which mechanics they use.
Oct 21, 2023