Zhifang Xiao

My game and e-sports-related experiences, both bitter and sweet, gave birth to my desire to record, illustrate, and communicate. I want to tell people about the world I have seen through game designing. I want to tell people about the excruciating defeats and glorious victories. I want to tell people about the respect I have for every individual dedicated to gaming. And I want to tell people how games, with their miraculous powers, brought all of us together in a fascinating story about collaboration, respect, and growth.

Furthermore, through my exploration of game design, I rediscovered games, directing my attention to their ability to narrate, connect, inspire, and transcend boundaries- PUBG taught me discipline and teamwork, connecting me with teammates from all corners of society I would've never met, What Remains of Edith Finch demonstrated fascinating ways to tell stories, and Black Myth: Wu Kong brought Chinese culture to a worldwide audience beyond the limits of borders. Inspired by these extraordinary works, I aspire to one day create games that could make a difference in someone else's life.