Game Developer • Designer • Programmer
Hi, I'm Taym.
About Me
I'm Taym Atrach, a dedicated student at McGill University, where I am pursuing a double major in Computer Science and Hispanic Studies with a supplemental Computer Science minor. Previously, I specialized in Interactive Media Arts at Dawson College. Since I was young, I've had a strong passion for creation. My journey into video game development began in childhood, and that passion continues to grow today. My goal is to create immersive experiences that allow people to escape reality for a moment and enter new worlds. Through my studies in computer science, I focus on the technical and creative sides of game development, including game engines, user interfaces, level design, gameplay mechanics, and interactive systems. In my creative work, I aim to build original experiences by combining technical problem-solving with artistic storytelling. Collaboration is also an important part of my process because I enjoy working with other creatives, sharing ideas, and learning from different perspectives.
Skills
🎮 Game Development
💻 Programming
🌐 Web Development
Projects
🏆 Award Winner
Operation: Melodica
Award-winning Unity game that combines music, action, and level design.
Final Gamble
A narrative-driven horror experience built in Unreal Engine 5.
He'll Hunt
McGameJam 2026 Submission
Final Gamble
Final Gamble is an indie psychological horror game set in a seemingly luxurious casino. What begins as a harmless visit quickly turns into a tense and unsettling experience as players uncover the disturbing secrets hidden behind the bright lights and polished atmosphere. By combining environmental storytelling, suspense, and AI-driven encounters, the game creates a strong sense of isolation and uncertainty.
Overview
Final Gamble is a narrative-driven horror experience in which players explore an abandoned casino that slowly reveals a darker reality. The contrast between the elegant setting and the underlying sense of danger creates a unique and memorable horror experience.
My Role
I designed and developed the project alongside a teammate, contributing to gameplay programming, level design, monster AI, and the overall atmosphere and pacing of the experience.
What I Learned
This project taught me how to define a realistic scope, manage time effectively, and collaborate with a teammate while balancing a full academic workload. It also significantly strengthened my Unreal Engine, C++, Blueprint scripting, and game design skills.
Technologies Used
He'll Hunt
He'll Hunt is a local two-player competitive game created for my first-ever game jam, McGameJam 2026. Set in Hell, players battle to obtain the power to become human and escape to Heaven through a series of portals. The player who holds this power becomes the target of the other, creating a fast-paced experience centered around pursuit, strategy, and constant role reversals.
Overview
He'll Hunt is an asymmetrical two-player game where one player attempts to reach portals and escape, while the other tries to eliminate them and steal the power for themselves. The hunter can become the hunted at any moment, leading to tense and unpredictable matches.
My Role
I worked with a small team during McGameJam 2026, contributing to gameplay programming, game design, and overall polish. Together, we transformed a simple concept into a fully playable prototype within a very limited development window.
What I Learned
As my first game jam, this project taught me how to prototype quickly, prioritize the most important features, and make design decisions under tight deadlines. It also showed me the value of teamwork, communication, and adapting ideas based on what was realistically achievable in a short period of time.