Nicholas Fortugno

Nicholas Fortugno is a game designer, professor, artist, and entrepreneur serving as Director of Gaming Pathways at City College of New York. With over 20 years of experience, he has designed genre-defining games and immersive experiences showcased at Sundance, Tribeca, and Venice Biennale. He co-founded Playmatics studio and the Come Out & Play street game festival.

His research focuses on interactive narrative design, serious games for education, and hybrid digital-physical gaming experiences. Fortugno's work combines technical innovation with artistic expression to explore new forms of storytelling and player engagement.