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Turn Your Game Idea Into A Shipped Hit

Top Rated Plus (Top 3%) Upwork Unity 3D & AR/VR Developer. 150+ games delivered across mobile, PC, and Meta Quest VR. Specialized in robust C# architecture, zero-lag multiplayer, and 100% store publishing success.

150+
Shipped Games
10,000+
Hours Logged
100%
Job Success
Top 3%
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Riken Sonani — Senior Unity Game Developer
Top Rated Plus
Top 3% Upwork
100% Success Score
150+ Happy Clients
150+
Projects Delivered
10,000+
Hours Logged
100%
Job Success Score
Top 3%
Upwork Developer

Functional Capabilities & Engineering Matrix

Real architectural deliverables, specialized frameworks, and production-grade client solutions

Core Unity Architecture

Clean Code & OOP
  • Modular C# architecture following SOLID principles & Design Patterns
  • Finite State Machines (FSM) & decoupled event systems
  • ScriptableObject-driven data architecture for rapid balancing
  • Custom Editor tools & inspector extensions for level designers
C# 10+ Unity 2022/2023/6 Odin Serializer UniRx
Clean Git repo handoff with 100% full code ownership

Real-Time Multiplayer

Server Auth & Netcode
  • Photon Fusion & Mirror networked gameplay with lag compensation
  • Dedicated server & client-host architecture with matchmaking
  • Real-time leaderboards, turn-based PvP, and live tournaments
  • Anti-cheat validations & authoritative game state syncing
Photon Fusion Mirror Unity Netcode WebSockets
Low-latency synchronization tested up to 64 concurrent players

AR / VR & Spatial XR

Meta Quest 2/3/Pro
  • Meta Quest 2/3/Pro native VR development with OpenXR
  • Natural physics interactions, two-handed grabbing & custom gestures
  • ARKit / ARCore markerless surface detection & image tracking
  • Passthrough Mixed Reality (MR) spatial UI integration
OpenXR Oculus SDK AR Foundation SteamVR
Rock-solid 90 FPS VR rendering with zero motion sickness

Mobile & Monetization

Store Ready (iOS/Android)
  • End-to-end In-App Purchase (IAP) setups with receipt validation
  • Ad mediation integration: AppLovin MAX, Unity Ads, IronSource
  • Dynamic asset delivery via Addressables & Google Play Asset Delivery
  • 100% compliant store launch support for App Store & Google Play
iOS / Android AppLovin MAX Firebase Addressables
Optimized monetization loops that boost ARPU and retention

Performance & Profiling

Zero-GC Optimization
  • Zero-Garbage-Collection memory pooling for stutter-free gameplay
  • Draw call batching, occlusion culling, and texture atlas optimization
  • Custom HLSL / Shader Graph shaders optimized for mobile GPUs
  • Deep Unity Profiler & Memory Profiler bottleneck diagnostics
Memory Profiling Shader Graph URP Pipeline Object Pooling
60 FPS guaranteed on low-end devices with minimal battery drain

Game AI & Custom Physics

Engaging Gameplay
  • Intelligent enemy pathfinding with NavMesh & dynamic avoidance
  • Custom 2D/3D physics engines, spring joints & active ragdolls
  • Procedural level generation & infinite terrain generation
  • Smart NPC behavior trees and utility-based decision AI
NavMesh 3D Behavior Trees Active Ragdolls Procedural Math
Engaging "game feel", juicy animations, and satisfying feedback

Roblox Game Systems

Roblox Studio & Luau
  • Custom Luau OOP gameplay architecture & clean modular scripting
  • DataStore2 / ProfileService persistent inventories & cloud saves
  • High-retention core loops: Tycoons, Simulators, RPGs, and Gacha
  • Gamepasses, developer products, and custom UI/UX animations
Roblox Studio Luau Scripting DataStore2 ProfileService
High-concurrency multiplayer tested across PC, Mobile, and Console

FiveM Server & Scripting

QBCore / ESX Frameworks
  • Custom QBCore, ESX, and standalone Lua / JS client & server scripts
  • Custom React / HTML5 NUI web interfaces & interactive inventories
  • Low-resmon (0.01ms) server performance & optimized MySQL database
  • Custom vehicle handling, MLO interior mapping, and anti-cheat setup
FiveM FXServer Lua / JS / C# QBCore / ESX oxmysql / NUI
Rock-solid server stability tested for 128+ concurrent roleplayers

Featured Flagship Projects

Real shipped games with over 30M+ downloads, live VR builds, and production multiplayer

Card Game / Roguelike

Poker PayDay

Unity C# 3D Card Game Poker
Casual / Puzzle

Save The Dog

Unity C# 2D Puzzle Hypercasual
Puzzle / Word Game

WordBlox - Word Puzzles

Unity C# 2D Puzzle Merge-Puzzle
AR / VR

Tennis Simulation

Unity C# VR MetaQuest Physics Engine
Sports / Arcade

Pool Pay Day

Unity C# 3D Arcade Pool 8 Ball Pool
Multiplayer / Fighting

Pig Fight

Unity C# 2D Multiplayer Fighting

Services & Game Engineering Solutions

Full-cycle game development, custom platform ecosystems, and high-performance immersive engineering

Core Engine

Custom Unity & 3D Games

End-to-end game development from concept to store release. Specialized in custom physics, smooth controls, finite state machines, and high-retention core loops across mobile, PC, and consoles.

Modular C# SOLID Architecture
Custom Level Design & Editor Tools
Cross-Platform Builds (iOS, Android, PC)
Meta Quest & XR

AR / VR & Spatial Computing

Immersive Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality experiences for Meta Quest 2/3/Pro, Vision Pro, and SteamVR. Physics-based hands, gesture mechanics, and rock-solid 90 FPS rendering without motion sickness.

Native OpenXR & Meta XR Core SDK
Natural 2-Hand Grabbing & Physics
Passthrough Mixed Reality (MR) UI
Roblox Ecosystem

Roblox Game Development

Complete custom Roblox games built from scratch with Roblox Studio & Luau scripting. High-monetization game loops, custom UI, pet/inventory systems, combat frameworks, and multi-server architecture.

Custom Luau Gameplay Scripting
Monetization, Gamepasses & Gacha
Tycoons, Simulators, RPGs & Obbies
GTA V / FiveM

FiveM Server & Script Development

Custom FiveM roleplay scripts, frameworks (QBCore, ESX, custom standalone), SQL database optimization, custom NUI / React interfaces, custom vehicle handling, and anti-cheat integrations.

QBCore / ESX / Custom Lua Scripts
Custom NUI Interfaces & Inventory
MySQL Database & Low-Resmon Tuning
Multiplayer Netcode

Real-Time Multiplayer Systems

Server-authoritative netcode for lag-free PvP, cooperative sessions, and MMO architecture. Anti-cheat validations, server reconciliation, matchmaking, and live game backend operations.

Photon Fusion & Mirror Multiplayer
Dedicated Headless Linux Servers
Matchmaking & Live Leaderboards
Optimization & Publishing

Zero-GC Profiling & Store Launch

Meticulous memory profiling, draw call batching, and shader optimization. Guaranteed 60 FPS on low-end mobile devices and 100% store publishing compliance for App Store and Google Play.

Zero-GC Memory & Draw Call Batching
In-App Purchases & Ad Mediation
100% Store Approval Support

How I Work — The Production Pipeline

A transparent, agile 4-step framework guaranteeing milestone clarity, daily visibility, and on-time delivery

01

Discovery & Architecture

We break down your Game Design Document (GDD), define technical scope, choose optimal tech stack (Unity/Roblox/FiveM), and lock in fixed milestone deliverables.

Technical Roadmap Milestone Schedule
02

7–14 Day Playable MVP

Before full code production, I deliver a playable prototype focusing on core gameplay feel, mechanics, and physics so you can test hands-on and give instant feedback.

Testable APK/Build Core Mechanics Validated
03

Agile Production & Sync

Production with clean SOLID code, daily video recordings, and weekly test builds. You have direct visibility into progress with zero guesswork.

Daily Video Demos Private Git Repo Access
04

QA, Launch & 100% IP Handoff

Full device QA profiling, store compliance certification (App Store, Google Play, Meta Quest), and complete 100% commercial source code handoff.

Store Approved 100% Full IP Transfer

Client Reviews & Verified Social Proof

Real feedback from studio founders, enterprise teams, and private clients worldwide

5.0 / 5.0 Client Rating
100% Job Success Score
150+ Shipped Games
10,000+ Hours Logged
$73,000 Verified Contract

Riken is one of the best developers I found on Upwork, renowned for his unmatched speed, impeccable code, and vast experience. His ability to deliver top-tier games quickly, while maintaining clean and efficient code, is unparalleled. Each release showcases his commitment to excellence and innovation. For my future project, Riken will be the first person to hear from me.

PJ

Private Client — $73,000 Project

⭐ 5.0 · Committed to Quality · Detail Oriented · Reliable

Verified Upwork Client

Riken is a very talented developer who has been helping me bring my mobile game idea to life. Recently, he helped implement optimized animations for characters, and was willing to go above and beyond. Highly collaborative and committed to quality.

IG

iOS Game Developer — $1,079 Project

⭐ 5.0 · Collaborative · Committed to Quality · Solution Oriented

Verified Studio

Riken is HIGHLY understanding and works efficiently. His expertise in Unity development made our project a success. Great work!

ES

Epoxy Studios

🇨🇦 Canada · ⭐ 5.0 Verified Review

AR/VR Project

Very professional Unity freelancer, highly recommended! Riken delivered our AR project on time and with exceptional quality.

KG

Kob Games

🇬🇧 UK · ⭐ 5.0 Verified Review

Verified Review

Riken is HIGHLY understanding when it comes to feedback and going back when requested. Works in a timely fashion. Great work done and exactly as asked!

GD

Short-term Game Project

⭐ 5.0 · Clear Communicator · Reliable · Committed to Quality

Game Studio

Fantastic developer and wonderful to collaborate with! Riken's understanding of game mechanics and ability to implement complex features exceeded our expectations.

RL

Random Logic Games

🇺🇸 USA · ⭐ 5.0 Verified Client

AR/VR Client

Riken listens and delivers exactly what you need. His expertise in Unity and AR/VR development is remarkable. Will definitely hire again!

JN

Josh Nathanson

🇺🇸 USA · ⭐ 5.0 Verified Review

Enterprise App

Excellent job fixing the bug in our Unity app! Riken's attention to detail and problem-solving skills are impressive. Looking forward to future projects.

MP

Multimedia Production

🇩🇪 Germany · ⭐ 5.0 Verified Review

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about working with me

I develop for iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, WebGL, Meta Quest (VR), and Web3. As an expert Unity 3D developer, most of my projects leverage Unity's multiplatform game development capabilities, allowing me to deploy across all major platforms from a single codebase. I also handle store submissions for Google Play and the App Store.

It depends on complexity. A hyper-casual game takes 2-4 weeks, a mid-complexity game with multiplayer takes 6-12 weeks, and a full AR/VR experience can take 8-16 weeks. I always define milestones upfront so you know exactly where the project stands.

Both. I can take a rough concept and turn it into a fully designed game — including mechanics, level design, UI/UX, monetization strategy, and the complete technical build using Unity software development best practices. If you already have a GDD, I can work from that too.

Yes, always. You get the complete Unity project with clean, well-commented source code. I also provide a handoff document covering architecture, setup instructions, and any third-party dependencies so your team can maintain and extend the project.

Absolutely. I regularly take over existing projects for bug fixing, feature additions, optimization, or major overhauls. I'll start with a codebase audit to understand the architecture before making any changes.

I provide daily progress updates with screenshots or video demos. I'm available on Upwork chat, Slack, or Discord during overlapping hours. For milestone reviews, I send playable builds so you can test hands-on.

Yes. I handle the full publishing pipeline — creating store listings, generating screenshots, configuring app signing, setting up in-app purchases, and submitting to both Google Play and the Apple App Store. I'll also handle any review rejections.

I offer post-launch support for bug fixes, performance updates, and feature additions. Many of my clients have worked with me for years across multiple projects. I'm always available for ongoing collaboration.

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Let's Build Your Next Hit Game

All contracts and payments are securely handled through Upwork Escrow. Get guaranteed milestones, daily video progress, clean source code handoff, and 100% IP ownership.

100% Upwork Escrow Protection (Funds released only upon milestone approval)
10,000+ Tracked Hours & 100% Job Success Score
Fast 7–14 Day Playable Prototype / MVP Turnaround
Complete Unity Source Code & Commercial IP Ownership
Full Game
AR / VR (Quest)
Multiplayer
Optimization
Mobile Launch
< $3,000
$3k – $10k
$10k – $25k
$25,000+

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