Peter Michael Doerstel
Since I was a child, I have been interested in games. A clever design and unique game mechanics always fascinated me about board games, card games or video games. For me game design is the perfect combination of both. My biggest dream is to one day work for a big company like Electronic Arts or CD Projekt RED.
My journey into game design began in 2019 when I enrolled in an online course at Noroff School of Digital Media. This choice was driven by the practicality of online learning during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which was propelling the world into a digital era. After the first year, I found myself captivated by the world of 3D and game development. This led me to continue my journey with a second year dedicated to game making, focusing particularly on mastering Unreal Engine. With great ambition, I embarked on creating my first original games. While undertaking all courses online and collaborating on ambitious projects with fellow students, I gained valuable insights into remote work and effective time management.
Despite my perfectionistic tendencies, I often felt unsatisfied with the outcomes of my games, driven by a constant desire to learn more. This led me to pursue my bachelor's degree at the University of Teesside in England. Here, experiencing campus studies for the first time, I immersed myself in absorbing the wealth of knowledge offered by our lecturers. At Noroff, I engaged in numerous extracurricular activities, mentoring younger students and participating in course testing, driven by an insatiable thirst for learning. As the impact of COVID diminished, I chose a more social approach to my free time, joining sports clubs, attending board game gatherings, and collaborating with friends in my second game jam.
Having completed my studies, I am now eager to contribute my skills and creativity to the industry