Combat Designer: Melee Combat & Gameplay Systems

WB Games; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,600 - 88,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee wellness program

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

WB Games is looking for a Combat Designer in Chicago, Illinois. The successful candidate will have a strong background in game design, particularly in combat systems, to contribute significantly to game mechanics and character implementation.

The role involves collaborating closely with various teams to design and iterate on gameplay functions and enemy behaviors. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience and a passion for action and fighting games, along with strong programming skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of game design experience required.
• Shipped at least 1 title with combat design focus.
• Direct experience in implementing combat mechanics.
• Strong programming or scripting knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain design documentation for combat.
• Design, implement, and iterate on character actions.
• Collaborate with art teams on visual elements.
• Build gameplay functions and scripted encounters.
• Develop AI logic and behaviors for NPCs.

Skills

Game design experience

Combat design and implementation

Programming or scripting knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

B.A. degree or equivalent experience

Job description

WB Games is looking for a Combat Designer in Chicago, Illinois. The successful candidate will have a strong background in game design, particularly in combat systems, to contribute significantly to game mechanics and character implementation.

The role involves collaborating closely with various teams to design and iterate on gameplay functions and enemy behaviors. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience and a passion for action and fighting games, along with strong programming skills and the ability to work under pressure.