I’m Sandro Haag and I am currently working as a Technical Game Director for RISK: Global Domination at SMG Studio, where my focus is to help drive the direction of the game while also leading our team of game developers.
This role has been a lot of fun, as I get to use my 20+ years of experience in the industry to really help shape the game. I have a passion for game design and the entire process involved in making a successful game—from analysing and understanding what players want, defining new mechanics and features to improve the user experience, guiding the direction of animations and UX, to supporting the development team in achieving the best results.
Prior to this, I was the Lead Developer on LEGO® Party!, which was just announced. I worked on that project for 4 years and, in addition to development, I also helped shape the game design and UX, while managing a team of developers.
My journey into games began in 2003 with Flash and a love for making interactive experiences. Since then, I’ve worked on projects for global franchises like Uncharted, Far Cry, Star Wars, Fast & Furious, and Power Rangers, across Brazil, Los Angeles, and now Australia.
I’m passionate about building games that are thoughtful, strategic, and fun—while fostering the kind of teams that make that possible.
If you need more information or just want to talk about games and grab a beer, feel free to contact me at any time. My information is below.
