01. Pathfinding Sandbox

Developed as a collaborative academic exercise, this Pathfinding Sandbox explores classic search algorithms over a configurable grid. The scenario features a controllable agent, a target node, and blue obstacle tiles that cannot be traversed. Users can launch different strategies, with A* highlighted for its optimal-path guarantees and efficiency.

The visual layer is rendered with our school's internal graphics framework, while ImGui powers an interactive control panel to tweak heuristics, toggle diagonal movement, or inspect open and closed sets in real time. This combination makes it easy to compare algorithm behaviour and understand how cost functions influence the final path.

The project also includes a dedicated "Pac-Man" mode that recreates the classic maze. Enemy ghosts reuse the A* implementation to chase the player, showcasing how the navigation system adapts from sandbox experimentation to gameplay.

Authors

Carlos Mazcuñán, Marc Folgado
A star algorithm animation A PacMan animation Pathfinding grid overview

02. About Me

I'm Carlos Mazcuñán Blanes, a game programmer with an HND in Videogame Programming (ESAT). What really drives me is that moment when a technical problem that seemed impossible starts to make sense, when you find that elegant solution that makes everything click.

Core Skills

  • C / C++
  • Gameplay Systems
  • Unreal Engine 5
  • OpenGL / GLSL
  • Rendering Pipelines
  • Unity
  • Git & Perforce
  • Profiling & Optimization

How I Work

I specialize in gameplay and graphics, building robust and efficient systems in C++, Unreal Engine, and OpenGL. From rendering pipelines to internal tools, I like taking features from technical design to final polish.

But code is only one part. My teammates often say I'm the one who keeps the good vibe in the team. I believe communicating well and adapting to different ways of working is just as important as writing clean code. I'm comfortable working under pressure, and I enjoy that environment where everyone rows in the same direction to move a project forward.

I also code outside of work. I'm always tinkering with a side project or learning some new technology out of pure curiosity. After work hours, I keep coding because I enjoy it, whether that's personal projects or learning new things.

Let's Work Together

I'm currently open to new opportunities as a programmer. Whether you need gameplay systems, graphics features, or technical consultation, I'd love to hear from you.

Get in touch

Email carlosmazcu@gmail.com
GitHub @carlosmazcu
Itch.io carlosmazcu

LinkedIn

Carlos Mazcuñán Blanes