Katie Roberts
GAME DESIGNER
A passionate leader with experience developing and shipping multiple AAA titles and maintaining live products, I take pride in my effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to a myriad of circumstances resulting in an engaging player experience.
Janitor
NBA 2K23
With a passion for the custodial arts and an air of mystery about him, Janitor charms guests aboard the The G.O.A.T. Boat with his sarcasm, tricky wit, and quests that may or may not be challenging, he's not sure ...
Explore Janitor's Character Study, a tool to help create well-rounded characters and unique voices!
Minotaur Bros
Pirate101
The Minotaur Brothers live deep within the Labyrinth and seek to protect their father from any pesky Pirates that may seek to destroy him. Each brother has a unique ability, but when they come together, their anger knows no bounds.
Explore the Minotaur Brother's combat, ability and encounter design!
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Bosun Budd
Pirate101
Located in the haunted town of Miranda, Bosun Budd holds one of Captain Blood's playing cards. He utilizes his Starfish Shuffle, and his ability to Consume those same starfish to replenish health to challenge any hearty Pirate that crosses his path.
Explore Bosun Budd's combat, ability and encounter design!
Sakari
NBA 2K24
A bit stressed due to her newly acquired position as Activities Coordinator at Royal Courts, Sakari is attempting to make it her mission to create the greatest experience possible for guests. It's never a dull day in Sakari's date book!
Explore Sakari's Character Study, a tool to help create well-rounded characters and unique voices!
Merry Misfit
NBA 2K24
Merry Misfit is a social media extraordinaire racking up likes and follows through her bubbly attitude, charming wit, and stylish looks. She's all about her "stans" and aims to gain even more at Royal Courts.
Explore Merry Misfit's Character Study, a tool to help create well-rounded characters and unique voices!
Christine
NBA 2K23
The definition of Blonde Ambition, Christine seeks to create a branded empire including a clothing line, reality shows, and a level of fame not yet realized in modern society. Boarding the G.O.A.T Boat is her first step towards her goal, and she's got some fashionable challenges to share ...
Explore Christine's Character Study, a tool to help create well-rounded characters and unique voices!
CHARACTERS
NARRATIVE
DOS AMIGOS Y UNO
Pirate101
Pompously overconfident trio, Dos Amigos y Uno, aren’t exactly seeking to become a quartet, but they do adore their fans, dubbed the Amigos, and have taken notice that The Pirate is surely their biggest Amigo! They are certain the young Pirate is looking to get in their good graces, and perhaps, become a groupie to follow them all around the skyway? But The Pirate cannot match their panache! Will The Pirate be able to impress the trio? Do they even want to be an Amigo?
Explore Dos Amigo y Uno's Quest Flow Design and Dialog Script!
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Hod Mindseeker
Wizard101
Hod Mindseeker is in a pretty pickle! Something seems a bit off about him, he’s ranting and raving about a box of marbles, and speaking in rhymes. Can The Wizard help him out of his strange predicament, and figure out what’s so special about the box of marbles, and perhaps why he’s cursed to speak in rhymes?
Explore Hod Mindseeker's Quest Flow Design and Dialog Script!
Sam
NBA 2K23
With her big smack talk, and love for the game, Shooting Guard Sam is all about a little healthy competition. But with Pippa on her side, will MP be able to move up a bracket in the basketball tourney on The G.O.A.T. Boat or will Sam and Pippa’s deep friendship conveniently move her up the bracket?
Explore Sam's Quest Flow Design and Dialog Script!
Janitor
NBA 2K23
Janitor – yes, just Janitor – isn’t exactly a sports fan, but that doesn’t mean he'll shy away from giving MP a little challenge … well, what he assumes is a challenge. Does MP have the foolhardiness to put up with the Janitor’s inane requests?
Explore Janitor's Quest Flow Design and Dialog Script!
Christine
NBA 2K23
A high society friend of Tomás, Christine, is on sabbatical on The G.O.A.T. Boat. When she’s not having teatime, she’s off shopping on the Promenade. Always the life of the party, she must meet the infamous MP, maybe just to grab some pics from the paparazzi. She always wants to see MP strut his stuff in style on the court. Can MP show he’s a fashionista?
Explore Christine's Quest Flow Design and Dialog Script!
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Welcome to my design blog! Within this blog, I will analyze and explore design concepts, books I've read, media that inspires me, give a more in depth "about me" explanation, and share some of my interests and passions.
As I start new learning and projects, I'll also share those in this section, so please stayed tuned for more!
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I am a highly accomplished game designer with almost a decade and a half of experience in the industry. Deeply passionate about leadership, mentorship, and pushing boundaries, I strive to create innovative products. As a generalist designer for most of my career, I am highly adaptable and always willing to learn.
In recent years, I have focused on management and leadership in the realm of narrative and quest design. Throughout my career, I have worked on a variety of products, many AAA, including the NBA2K series, Crowfall, Wizard101, Pirate101, as well as several unreleased prototype mobile projects.
