John Harris

John Harris is a game design expert specializing in the research and development of asymmetric games. He completed his PhD in Computer Science at the University of Waterloo and earned his Master's degree at the University of Calgary. His research focuses on enhancing social relationships through game design, particularly by leveraging asymmetry and interactivity to provide unique and meaningful gaming experiences for players of different interests, abilities, and backgrounds. He founded The Playful Pixel, a company that developed a large-scale, face-to-face hybrid digital tabletop game capable of supporting 30 to 300 players, promoting social interaction through smart devices and sensory props. John's goal is to break generational barriers through gaming, enhancing inclusivity and diversity.

• 2019–Present·The Playful Pixel·Founder
  • Developed large-scale hybrid digital tabletop games, integrating smart devices and sensory props to enhance social relationships.

• 2018–2023·University of Waterloo·PhD
  • Computer Science, focused on asymmetric game design and social interaction research
• 2015–2018·University of Calgary·Master's
  • Computer Science
• 2011–2015·University of Waterloo·Bachelor's
  • Applied Science and Engineering