Matty McGrory
Lecturer: Indie Game Development (Online)
Matty McGrory is the cofounder and Design Director of Observer Interactive, where he is currently working on their original IP titled Good Boy!. He is an accomplished game designer and educator with over two decades of experience in development and education. He has worked with a variety of high-profile developers such as WayForward Technologies, Pixel Toys, SUMO Digital and Radical Forge. His expertise spans gameplay and systems design, narrative, UX, technical design and team leadership.
Matty joined Falmouth University in 2021 as a tutor for the MA Indie Game Development program and currently is module leader for the same program. In addition to his work at Falmouth, Matty has curated events such as the Animex Games Festival and held senior academic roles, including course leader for BA Indie Game Development at Teesside University. He has a passion for indie game development, rapid prototyping and helping aspiring developer to pitch and make their games.
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Qualifications
Qualifications
| Year | Qualification | Awarding body |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | PGCFHE, Post Graduate Certificate in Further and Higher Education | University of Ulster |
| 2006 | Bsc Hons, Computer Studies (Visulisation) | University of Teesside |
Business Engagement
Business start ups
- Co-founder and Design Director of Observer Interactive
Professional Engagement
Independent professional practice
- Design Director and Co-Founder of Observer Interactive
Engagement with professional associations and societies
- Game Republic Mentor
- Into Games Mentor
- VGA Volunteer
- Limit Break Mentor
