Sean at Nordic Game, 2025
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Sean Carton is an expert in lane-pushing games, and a former modder whose work includes Dota Outland (2003) and Rise of Winterchill (2007). During these projects, he pioneered many design features now seen in commercial titles — including vector-targeting and merc camps.
He also spent 10+ years at CareersPortal.ie, Ireland's national career guidance resource which supports learners and educators in advancing career goals.
He authors the website Lane-Pushing Games, the leading game design and history resource in its genre.
He is an ambassador for Women in Games, and an associate member of the Esports Research Network.