I am Kiarash Taherkhani, a recent top honors bachelor's graduate in Game Design and Programming from Uppsala University. In the realm of game development, I am a programmer, a designer, and an innovator. My journey in this interactive medium is marked by a commitment to dialogue, not monologue, between the player and the creator. In projects like 'The Squared Circle' and 'Night & Gale', my design philosophy intertwines challenge with relief, adversity with achievement, transforming constraints into creative triumphs. I aim to blend the art of storytelling with the science of programming, striving to redefine the boundaries of gaming with each creation, just as my inspirations have redefined their fields. This is not just my profession; it's a journey, a passion, a constant quest to push the limits of what games can be. Delve into the philosophy that powers my creations and join the conversation between designer and player...