Ivan Stepanov


I’m an indie game developer with over 12 years of experience in the gaming industry. Over the years, I’ve worn many hats — from UI/UX Director to Producer and Game Designer — always driven by one goal: to create games that feel alive, engaging, and deeply personal.

I believe that great games come from small teams with big ideas. As the creator of Tavern Manager Simulator, Anime Shop Simulator, and Fish Hunters, I’ve led projects that blend creativity with smart design — games that not only entertain but stay with players long after the credits roll.

Today, I run my own studio, Dos Ivánes, where we craft playful, offbeat, and unforgettable experiences. We’re not chasing trends — we’re building the kind of games we’d love to play ourselves. Every pixel, every system, every line of dialogue is a reflection of that philosophy.

In addition to developing my own games, I also provide freelance services for studios and solo developers. I specialize in:

  • Unity-based single-player game development
  • UX/UI design with a strong focus on player experience
  • Game design consulting, from core mechanics to full-system balancing


If you’re looking for someone who understands both the creative and technical side of game development — let’s talk.
Services for PC Game Development
With over a decade in game development, I offer a full-stack approach to building and launching PC games. Whether you’re an indie dev needing support or a studio looking to outsource specific parts of production, I can help turn your vision into a polished, memorable experience.
  • UI/UX
    Good UX makes a good game great. I design clean, intuitive interfaces that fit your game’s style and keep players immersed:

    • Wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes
    • Diegetic and HUD-based UI design
    • UX audits and flow optimization
    • Accessibility and controller support
  • Game design
    I create game systems that are fun, balanced, and player-friendly. From the first prototype to late-stage tuning:

    • Core and meta gameplay loop design
    • Progression systems, economy balancing, level pacing
    • Narrative structure, quest design, and onboarding
    • Playtesting and feedback-based iteration
  • 2d Art
    Need stylized visuals or interface elements? I offer:

    • Icons, buttons, HUDs, and overlays
    • Key art for menus, achievements, marketing
    • In-game illustrations or collectible content
    • Style matching for consistency with existing assets
  • Developing
    Need someone to actually build it? I specialize in Unity-based single-player games:

    • C# development using clean, modular architecture
    • State machines, event systems, save/load, localization
    • Performance optimization for desktop platforms
    • Integration with Steam, analytics, achievements, etc.
  • Animation
    Animation gives soul to your game. I can create:

    • Game-ready animations for characters, NPCs, or props
    • Rigging and retargeting
    • Idle/walk/combat loops, custom cinematic sequences
    • Unity Animator setup & scripting
  • Marketing
    Making a great game isn’t enough — people need to see it. I help with:

    • Steam page creation and optimization
    • Trailers, gifs, screenshots, and capsule art
    • Social media strategy and copywriting
    • Influencer outreach and press kits
Fish Hunters
Hunt fish solo or in co-op. Haul them in and take them down with crazy guns. Try out different baits and rods, explore unique locations, and complete your fish collection in the atlas. Or just kick back by the campfire with friends in this wild webfishing adventure 🎣 🐟 💥
Steam
Dos Ivánes is a creative brand owned and operated
by sole proprietor Ivan Stepanov

B23013156 Individual Entrepreneur Ivan Stepanov
B23013156 Georgia, Tbilisi, Chugureti District, Lochini St., N 3, apt. 5
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