Thanks for visiting my portfolio, i’m Joe Kinglake a passionate Design Director at Surgent Studios. I have many years experience making games as a designer at companies like Sony, Sumo Digital & more and absolutely love this industry.

I just really want to make something people love and that I can be proud of. I love playing games that make me stay up far too late, that I can’t stop thinking about, and that give me the itch to design. Hopefully the games I make let others feel that way too!

Beyond just making video games, I am a passionate advocate for accessibility, actively working to improve industry standards and currently writing a book on the subject.

I am also a public speaker, game jammer, photographer and indie developer, constantly trying to learn and grow as a designer. I have a passion for the environment and until recently also ran an award winning brick and mortar low-waste store with my wife.

My leadership philosophy is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a dedication to creating games with deep quality gameplay that are both engaging and inclusive. I also make a pretty mean lasagna.