Ryan Thornton

Ryan Thornton is a Design Director at Virtuos Studio in Shanghai, overseeing AAA console games and VR experiences.

With a rich background in the gaming industry, Ryan has held various leadership roles such as Lead Game Designer at Kabam and Ubisoft Shanghai, and Creative Director at Spicy Horse Games and The Last Kind.

At CCP Asia, Ryan served as the Lead Game Master and Operations Manager, contributing significantly to building the regional presence in Shanghai and developing EVE publishing division.

His diverse experience includes working on projects for PSP, Xbox, Xbox360, and PS2, and leading the design direction for Dust 514, a PS3 exclusive MMO shooter.

Ryan Thornton's expertise spans game design, creative direction, and managerial roles, making him a valuable asset in the gaming industry.