Engines
Unity, Unreal Engine
Ted Thomas
Award-Winning XR Developer
I'm an experienced XR developer specialising in creating impactful VR and AR applications. My work focuses on solving real-world challenges through user-centred design, whether for healthcare, research, or entertainment. I love to build practical, polished, and meaningful immersive experiences.
Skills
Platforms
Meta XR, OpenXR, SteamVR, WebXR
Languages
C#, C++
Workflow
Git, Agile (Jira, Trello), PlayFab
Other
Prototyping, Game Jams, Teaching & Mentoring
Projects
Bublee
FeaturedA Mixed Reality communication prototype.
Master Athlete
FeaturedAn educational VR experience designed to build empathy for older adults through immersive athletics.
Custom fantasy football web application.
A Welsh language puzzle game based on logic and problem-solving.
A 3D creature creation and battling game for Android & iOS.
Work
VR Developer & Tutor at Swansea University
Developed a portfolio of high-impact XR applications for research partners like NHS Wales, while mentoring the next generation of VR developers on a postgraduate MSc course.
Director & Lead Programmer at Dojo Arcade Ltd
Directed the technical development and commercial release of multiple games across PC, Mobile, and WebGL, culminating in a BAFTA Cymru Game Award for our work.
Publications
Enhancing empathy and understanding: Developing a virtual reality simulation to educate healthcare students on deaf patient experiences
Co-authored a paper detailing the findings from our collaborative project with the deaf community, demonstrating the effectiveness of VR as a tool for building empathy in medical staff.
Awards
BAFTA Cymru Game Award
Awarded to Dojo Arcade for 'Creature Battle Lab'.
South Wales Future Entrepreneur Award
Awarded to Voodoo Games for 'Soulfinity'.
Education
MA Animation
Focused on bridging the gap between creative practice and technical development. Studied research methodologies and entrepreneurship, culminating in the formation of Dojo Arcade Ltd.
BSc Computer Games Development
Built a strong foundation in the core principles of software engineering for game development, with modules in C++ programming, real-time rendering techniques, and game design.