Game Design

Helping game teams turn complex ideas
into successful player experiences

How I can help

GAME VISION & SYSTEM DESIGN

Defining the core of a game and turning ideas into engaging, coherent experiences.
Before mechanics come direction. I help teams shape their game vision, identify what makes their experience unique, and design the systems that bring it to life.

Research &
concept design
Game Vision &
design goals
Core loops &
gameplay structures
Feature design &
prioritization
Decision-making
systems
DESIGN DIRECTION & CONSULTING

Bringing clarity to projects and helping teams make confident design decisions.
Great games require alignment between vision, design, and production. I support teams in overcoming uncertainty, solving design challenges, and moving projects forward.

Mentoring &
workshops
Design reviews &
consulting
Problem analysis &
solutions
Team alignment &
communication
Production strategy &
workflow
DESIGN BEYOND ENTERTAINMENT

Using game design to make complex ideas engaging, accessible, and interactive.
I specialize in designing games that communicate ideas, emotions, and perspectives through interaction — especially when gameplay carries a deeper message.

Historical &
political games
Responsible
game design
Research-driven
development
Interdisciplinary
collaboration
Player agency &
consequences

“Here stands a testimonialsthat is about one to two sentences long, so basically as long as when Neil tries to limit his word count to two words or less, but really I want four lines max.„

STUDIO
Name, Role

“Mona’s mentorship has been an absolute game changer for our studio. If you want to actually finish and ship your game, you need her in your corner.”

KRANICH GAMES
Arne Jürgens, Co-Founder

“Mona has both a broad and deep knowledge of game design and production, as well as an insightful, approachable and incredibly kind way of relating and teaching.”

WALDKIND STUDIO
Anneke, Founder

Selected Games & Projects

  • ConceptLead DesignProject Lead

    The Darkest Files

    2025 | PC, Mac & Switch | 5.0 on Steam

    A historical investigation and courtroom game based on true crimes of the Nazi era. Investigate cold cases, search for clues, interrogate witnesses, immerse the crimes and defend your case in court to bring the perpetrators to justice.

  • ConceptProject LeadGame Design

    Forced Abroad

    2022 | iOS & Android | 4.9 in App Stores

    A story of a Dutch teenager, who is forced to work in Nazi Germany: The historical visual novel based on his real diary.

  • Advisor

    Garden Ink

    Upcoming | PC | Demo available

    Paint, merge, and explore! Garden Ink is a cozy sandbox/exploration game where you shape and grow your own world. Merging decorations and coloring tools help you customize your world.

Let’s get in touch

Whether you’re looking for additional expertise in Game Design, Visuals, or Serious Games Advising, or even if you’re not totally sure – I’d love to hear from you! Tell me a little about what you’re working on and where you could use some help, and I’ll send you a link to book a free, no-strings-attached intro call.

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