Noble Legacy is a third-person medieval city-builder with combat systems already in place and actively being refined. We're not building combat from scratch, we're tuning what's there, expanding it thoughtfully, and integrating new elements as the game evolves toward 1.0. This role supports that work.

You'll work directly with the design and production team to balance, test, and extend combat mechanics within the existing framework. You'll have real input and real responsibility, not busy work.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Balance and tune existing combat parameters, enemy behavior, player damage, stamina, weapon feel

• Design and document new combat elements as they're scoped into the roadmap (raids, wildlife encounters, diplomacy-related conflict)

• Collaborate with engineering to implement and iterate on combat changes in Unreal Engine

• Contribute to playtesting and QA with a combat-specific lens

• Maintain clear design documentation for all combat systems and updates

• Analyze community and playtesting feedback related to combat and translate it into actionable adjustments

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Shipped or released title experience preferred (indie, mod, jam, or professional)

• Solid understanding of third-person action combat design fundamentals

• Familiarity with Unreal Engine, Blueprint comfort is a baseline; deeper experience is a plus

• Ability to communicate design intent clearly in writing and documentation

• Experience with playtesting and data-informed iteration

• Knowledge of medieval combat, RPG systems, or simulation games is a genuine advantage

WHAT THIS ROLE IS NOT

This is not a systems architecture role. The combat foundation exists. You won't be rebuilding it. This is precision work: tuning, expanding, and polishing an active Early Access game alongside a tight production schedule.

COMPENSATION AND STRUCTURE

Open to full-time or contract depending on the candidate. Compensation is competitive for a junior role at an independent studio with a live game.