Game Designer (Systems & Economy)
About DRAMA STUDIOS
DRAMA STUDIOS is an independent game studio based in Rennes, France. We focus on creating immersive, gameplay-driven experiences through close collaboration between design, art, and technology.
About UNRECORD
DRAMA STUDIOS is currently developing UNRECORD, a narrative open-world tactical FPS built with Unreal Engine 5. UNRECORD aims to deliver a highly immersive experience through realism, systemic gameplay, and a strong narrative approach. The project sits at an AA ambition level, combining creative freedom with solid production pipelines and technical rigor. Our goal is to craft believable worlds, meaningful player interactions, and gameplay systems that feel grounded, intense, and coherent.
THE ROLE
Working closely with the programming team, you design and balance the systems that give UNRECORD its long-term depth, focusing on fun, challenge, and game flow across its open-world experience. This is a systems-focused position combining quantitative analysis, iterative playtesting, and a strong sense of player experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design reward and progression systems aligned with the game tone and realism
Manage the in-game economy, including content rewards, items, and XP distribution
Collaborate on weapons and gear systems with the gameplay team
Build and maintain balancing models and data tables synchronized with the engine
Prototype and refine systems directly in Unreal Engine
Define telemetry requirements and iterate based on playtest data
Coordinate playtests and identify UX pain points across the open-world experience
Document systems comprehensively for team-wide clarity
REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated systems or economy design experience on shipped or advanced projects
Strong analytical capabilities with spreadsheet modeling proficiency
Deep understanding of FPS mechanics and weapon balance
Ability to support design decisions with data and playtesting evidence
Hands-on Unreal Engine experience with prototyping and editor tuning skills
Professional English proficiency, written and verbal
WHY JOIN DRAMA STUDIOS
Contribute to a UE5-based open-world AA production
Own systems and economy design decisions
Create measurable impact on gameplay depth and balance
Collaborate closely with the gameplay and design teams
WORK ARRANGEMENT
On-site in Rennes, hybrid, or fully remote, open to discussion depending on the profile. We welcome international candidates.
