TheDeathlyCow
About Me
Hi, I'm Michael (though I go by TheDeathlyCow online). I am currently studying towards a Master's degree in Product Design at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand. I have previously completed a Bachelor of Science degree from UC, having graduated in 2024 majoring in Computer Science with minors in Game Development and Mathematics.
My master's research focuses on generative narrative in role-playing video games and creating more interesting side quests, and the role that large language models have to play in the narrative design process. My goal in this research is to find ways to work with AI that ensures that the technology does not overwhelm and replace human developers and designers, and that the artistic integrity of games can be preserved in the age of AI.
I also make mods for Minecraft: Java Edition. My mods are primarily based around adding intuitive and interesting survival mechanics to the game. My most popular mod, Frostiful, has currently amassed a total of 9 million combined downloads across CurseForge and Modrinth. I have been actively developing and supporting this mod, and others, for three years.
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