Ludaxis

LUDAXIS

Play, as a system.

I design systems where play drives learning, engagement, and meaningful progress.

New · AI Code Studio

PlayCraft

Idea to Game in Minutes

Describe your app in plain English. PlayCraft writes the code, installs packages, and runs it live — with chat-based edits and instant export.

AI code studioLive editorSupabase-ready

Opens playcraft.games to start building.

Philosophy

Philosophy

I believe the world works like a game — not in a trivial sense, but structurally. Every system has rules, creates incentives, and shapes behavior.

Play as Fundamental

Play is not decoration or entertainment alone. It is a core mechanism for learning, motivation, exploration, and human connection.

Systems Over Features

Mechanics matter more than visuals. Structure matters more than polish. A good system creates fun naturally.

Balance & Integrity

Sustainable growth beats fast wins. Fairness beats exploitation. Long-term trust beats short-term metrics.

Clarity Over Noise

Simplicity is a sign of understanding. Fewer ideas, well executed, beat many half-baked ones.

Portfolio

Portfolio

A selection of games, AI products, and platforms I've designed and shipped.

AI Products

2025

PlayCraft

AI code studio that turns plain-English prompts into production-ready React + Vite + Supabase projects with live editing, chat-driven iterations, and one-click export.

AI BuilderReact + ViteSupabaseLive Editor
Games

2017-2024

Kalamatic

7 years of sustainable revenue. 5M+ downloads, 60K DAU. D1 retention 45%, D30 retention 20%. Game Designer & Product Manager.

Mobile GameProduct Lead60K DAU5M+ Downloads
Games

2019

Words Tour

Word puzzle game with 5M+ downloads. D1 retention 50%, D30 retention 18%. Product Lead.

Word GameProduct Lead5M+ Downloads
Web Apps

2025

LensPost

Photography competition platform. $32K revenue in 6 months. Designed and developed end-to-end.

PlatformPhotography$32K RevenueFull Stack
AI Products

2025

HeyMina

AI-powered application. Designed and developed independently with AI assistance.

AIFull StackProduct Design
AI Products

2025

NextTale

AI-driven storytelling platform. Designed and built from scratch with AI.

AIStorytellingCreative Tools
AI Products

2025

Vox AI Contact

AI-powered contact management solution. Solo designed and developed.

AIProductivityAutomation
AI Products

2025

KitchenPal

AI cooking assistant. Recipe recommendations and meal planning.

AIFood TechConsumer App
AI Products

2025

Kalamatic Bot

AI-powered bot for the Kalamatic ecosystem. Designed and developed with AI.

AIBotAutomation
Games

2025

Hexomind

Hexagon block blast puzzle game. Designed and developed independently.

PuzzleiOSSolo Dev
Games

2025

Fit Rush

Perfectish blast puzzle game. Full design and development.

PuzzleiOSSolo Dev
Games

2025

Letter Chaos

Word puzzle game with chaotic letter mechanics. Designed and built solo.

Word GameiOSSolo Dev
Games

2025

Hexo48

Hexagonal puzzle game combining 2048 mechanics. Self-designed and developed.

PuzzleAndroidSolo Dev
Games

2025

Word Masters

Word game with strategic gameplay. Game Designer & Product Manager.

Word GameAndroidGame Design
Games

2024

Tangle Masters

Untangling puzzle game. D1 retention 55%, D30 retention 20%. Product Lead.

PuzzleiOSProduct Lead
Games

2021

Couples Yoga

Hypercasual puzzle game published with Voodoo. Product Manager.

HypercasualVoodooPM
Web Apps

2025

WebPuzzleKit

Modular puzzle LiveOps system with flowchart diagrams and interactive wireframes. Built for Amanotes.

B2BLiveOpsGame ToolsAmanotes

Contact

Get in Touch

Interested in working together? I am open to discussing game design consulting, gamification strategy, or systems architecture.

Reza

Reza

Available for select projects

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ludaxis, game design services, and how I work.

What is Ludaxis?

Ludaxis is the game design and gamification consultancy founded by Reza Hassanzadeh. The name combines "ludus" (Latin for play/game) with "axis" — reflecting the belief that play is a fundamental axis around which engagement, learning, and meaningful systems revolve.

Who is Reza Hassanzadeh?

Reza Hassanzadeh (Mohammad Reza Hassanzadeh) is a systems architect, game designer, and founder with over 7 years of experience shipping mobile games and interactive products. He founded Joyixir (a mobile game studio behind Kalamatic with 5M+ downloads and 60K DAU) and Ordibehesht Studio. He specializes in puzzle game design, gamification strategy, and systems architecture.

What is gamification consulting?

Gamification consulting applies game design principles — progression systems, feedback loops, reward structures, and behavioral incentives — to non-game products and services. This includes designing onboarding flows, retention mechanics, engagement loops, and motivation systems for apps in education, fitness, productivity, and enterprise.

What games has Reza designed?

Key titles include Kalamatic (word puzzle, 5M+ downloads, 60K DAU, 7 years of revenue), Words Tour (word game, 5M+ downloads), Tangle Masters (untangling puzzle), Hexomind (hexagon block blast), Fit Rush (blast puzzle), Letter Chaos (word puzzle), and Couples Yoga (hypercasual, published with Voodoo). He has also built AI products like PlayCraft and LensPost.

What is PlayCraft?

PlayCraft is an AI code studio that turns plain-English prompts into production-ready React + Vite + Supabase projects. It features live editing, chat-driven iterations, and one-click export. Visit playcraft.games to try it.

Does Reza offer freelance or consulting services?

Yes. Reza is available for select projects in game design consulting, gamification strategy, systems architecture, and product management for games. Reach out at hello@ludaxis.io to discuss your project.