Johannes Kutsch

My name is Johannes Kutsch. Since 2017, I’ve been working as a game developer with a strong interest in using games for meaningful, educational purposes. I’m particularly passionate about serious games and the potential of gamification to create engaging learning experiences – especially when learning doesn’t feel like learning.

During my studies in Games at HAW Hamburg, I co-developed the educational game EDDI in cooperation with HOOU, which was later used in educational contexts. This experience sparked my ongoing fascination with how game mechanics – such as progression, personalization or exploration – can foster intrinsic motivation, particularly in children. While these mechanics are often exploited commercially in the games industry, I believe in using them responsibly to support real learning.

Following this, I co-founded the indie studio Octofox Games, where I worked for several years at the intersection of game design, programming, and project coordination. Working in a small team taught me the value of flexibility, ownership, and cross-disciplinary thinking – from technical implementation to strategic decisions. I thrive in environments that value open communication, collaborative learning, and a culture where mistakes are seen as part of the creative process.

I’m now looking for new opportunities to contribute to educational technologies with a human-centered, playful approach – combining creativity, purpose, and smart design.