Senior Game Designer
HyperHug is an international game development studio specializing in the shooter genre. Our main office is based in Cyprus, but our talented team works remotely from around the world. We’re developing Oxide: Survival Island, an immersive multiplayer survival shooter for mobile platforms, and we’re always looking for motivated individuals who want to grow with us, contribute their creativity, and help shape the future of our games.
We are seeking a Game Designer (Generalist) to contribute to the development of our flagship game, Oxide: Survival Island. You will work across multiple layers of game design — from social features, onboarding, and progression to core gameplay improvements — while also supporting LiveOps and monetization initiatives.
- Design and develop meta systems that drive long-term engagement, including social features (e.g., clans), FTUE/onboarding, progression, and retention mechanics.
- Contribute to core gameplay design, including reworking and improving core mechanics.
- Plan and support LiveOps and monetization features, including events, passes, and offers, ensuring they are well integrated into the overall game ecosystem.
- Collaborate with 2D/3D art teams: define requirements, brief leads, and manage asset pipelines for in-game features and content.
- Configure and implement game content in Unity.
- Run A/B tests, perform basic performance analysis, and prepare insights and recommendations for future iterations.
- 3+ years of experience in Game Design with a focus on mid-core/hardcore multiplayer mobile games.
- Strong experience designing complex game systems.
- Experience running the full LiveOps loop: events, offers, testing, scheduling, performance analysis.
- Successfully shipped monetization features with measurable impact on KPIs.
- Proven work in cross-functional teams: dev, art, analytics, marketing.
- Extensive player experience and strong interest in the shooter genre.
- English - B1+ level, Russian - C1 level.
- Competitive salary.
- Relocation support to Cyprus, including visa and housing assistance.
- Monthly lunch allowances via Wolt.
- Health benefits - comprehensive medical insurance and SportBenefit membership.
- Car rental.
- Greek lessons.
- School fee contribution for children.
- A passionate and supportive team that values creativity and ownership.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- A culture built on initiative, transparency, and collaboration.
