Xav's A Technical Level Designer

Hey, my name is Xavier Benbow (or Xav). I'm currently in my third year at Falmouth University studying for a BA(Hons) in Game Development: Design. 

Over the last 3 years, I have developed a significant array of design skills which has helped me become a strong T-shaped designer. My primary focus is on level design, however, I have experience with systems design, puzzle design, narrative design, and technical design, as well as world-building and pitching. 

I have worked on 3D, 2.5D, first-person and third-person games, across themes from the bright and colourful to the dreary and horrific, with a range of art styles from low-poly to realism.

My fascination and drive towards figuring out the process of making a simple concept or idea into a polished game is what lead me to become a game designer. The goal of designing 'fun' is such a unique and rewarding challenge to me as it forces me to be endlessly creative and innovative with my work. I'm continually confronted with the fact that game design is an endless learning experience and I want to tackle it head-on by challenging myself with new projects.