Game Developer – Adventure Proposal Project

Twine; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 56,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Twine is seeking a creative game developer to craft a short, retro-inspired, narrative-driven adventure game. The project is a personal commission built as a heartfelt proposal gift, guiding a relationship journey toward a marriage proposal.

Ideal candidates have a portfolio of adventure games, experience with 2D engines (Unity, Godot, AGS), pixel art, and writing engaging dialogue. Ability to work independently and deliver within 1–2 months is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and building narrative games.
• Portfolio showing relevant adventure or story-driven work.
• Ability to craft engaging dialogue and puzzles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop a narrative-driven adventure game with classic point-and-click mechanics.
• Create retro visuals and pixel art assets.
• Implement puzzles and interactive sequences reflecting the couple’s journey.
• Ensure accessibility and playable on modern platforms (PC or web).
• Collaborate with the client to capture emotional tone and story beats.
• Deliver a bug-free game within 1–2 months.

Skills

Narrative game design

Portfolio showcase

2D game engines

Pixel art

Dialogue writing

Independent work

Timeline management

Emotion-driven projects

Tools

Unity

Godot

Adventure Game Studio

Job description

This unique opportunity is for a creative and technically skilled game developer to craft a short, old-school adventure game inspired by classics like King's Quest and Monkey Island. The project is a personal commission, designed as a heartfelt proposal gift, and will guide the player through memorable moments in a relationship, culminating in a marriage proposal. The ideal candidate will have a passion for narrative-driven games, a strong appreciation for retro aesthetics, and the ability to deliver a polished, engaging experience within a tight timeline.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop a narrative-driven adventure game with classic point-and-click mechanics
• Incorporate story elements and key relationship moments provided by the client
• Create pixel art or retro-inspired visuals reminiscent of 80s and 90s adventure games
• Implement puzzles, dialogue, and interactive sequences that reflect the couple’s journey
• Ensure the game is accessible and playable on modern platforms (PC or web-based preferred)
• Collaborate closely with the client to capture the intended emotional tone and story beats
• Deliver a fully functional, bug-free game within the agreed timeframe

Skills And Requirements

• Proven experience developing adventure or narrative games, with a portfolio showcasing relevant work
• Proficiency in game engines suitable for 2D adventure games (e.g., Unity, Godot, Adventure Game Studio)
• Strong skills in pixel art, sprite animation, or retro game asset creation
• Ability to write engaging dialogue and design meaningful puzzles
• Excellent communication skills and responsiveness to feedback
• Ability to work independently and manage project timelines effectively
• Availability to start immediately and deliver within 1–2 months
• Experience with personal or emotionally driven projects is a plus

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