Pawel Rohleder

Pawel Rohleder is a seasoned game industry professional with a strong background in software engineering, known for his people-oriented approach. He is currently at the helm of PixelAnt Games studio, where his focus lies on fostering a value-based company culture and bringing the joy back into game development.

With over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry, Pawel has been involved in the development of numerous AAA titles from inception to completion. Some notable projects he has contributed to include DyingLight, DyingLight2, DeadIsland, and the Call of Juarez series during his tenure at Techland spanning 14 years.

A sought-after speaker, Pawel Rohleder has shared his insights at over 60 gaming and technology conferences, showcasing his wealth of knowledge and passion for the field. He thrives on embracing new challenges and tackling seemingly impossible tasks.

Pawel holds a Ph.D. in 3D real-time computer graphics as well as a Master's degree in Computer Science, both earned from the Technical University of Wroclaw.

His extensive professional journey includes key roles such as Studio Director at Sumo Digital Ltd, Co-Founder of PixelAnt Games, Chief Technology Officer, Head Of Technology, Technology Producer, Mobile Game Producer, Build Process Management Lead, and R&D Manager at Techland. Prior to that, he served as an Engine Programmer and contributed as a 2D/3D graphics/engine programmer at Reactor.