Alexander Muscat

Alexander Muscat is Lecturer in Games at the University of the Sunshine Coast's School of Business and Creative Industries. His practice-based research bridges game design and player experience studies.

Education includes:

• PhD from RMIT University
• BMC (Hons) from RMIT University
• BA from RMIT University

Research examines ambiguity in game design, perceptual manipulation techniques, and exploratory gameplay mechanics. His experimental games investigate how spatial ambiguity influences player curiosity and interpretation.

Created award-nominated experimental titles including WORLD4 and Site Unseen Prototype, exploring multi-perspective navigation and perceptual shifting mechanics. Research presented at CHI Play, DiGRA, and international game festivals.

Recipient of multiple game design awards and finalist honors at A MAZE and Freeplay festivals. Teaches game design, production, and player experience analysis.