A photo of Kristi smiling at the camera

Kristi Jimenez📧Contact: kristijimenez.biz(at)gmail(dot)com📧

Journalist | Game Developer | Narrative Designer | Writer

Hiya! I'm Kristi Jimenez. I'm a Puerto Rican Games Writer and Narrative Designer! I have three years of games writing and general game development experience. Currently, I'm the Editorial Lead for Press SPACE to Jump, and the Narrative Designer for Snowhaven Studios and Waddling Technology.My goal as a game developer is to create enjoyable, diverse games that'll put a smile on someone's face. If you would like to see what games I've made or contributed to, please check out my portfolio!


Game Developer

Creating games that may make you smile, laugh, and/or cry!


Journalism

Digital coverage focused on video games.

Author Pages

Video Games Experience

My Games

Winning Hearts: Wrestling Otome

GameGenre(s)RoleRelease DateMisc. Info
ReflectionDramaProject Lead, Programmer, WriterJuly 15, 2024Made for O2A2 VN Jam 2024
Monochrome PixelsDrama, JoseiProject Lead, Programmer, WriterMarch 31, 2024Made for NaNoRenO 2024
I Hate the Color WhiteRomanceWriterJanuary 18, 2024N/A
First SkateRomanceProgrammer, WriterDecember 30, 2023Made for Winter VN Jam 2023
IntoxicatingRomance, MysteryProject Lead, Writer, ProgrammerNovember 27, 2023Made for Yuri Jam 2023
Fling with a TieflingFantasy, RomanceWriter, ProgrammerOctober 27, 2023Inspired by Baldur's Gate 3
Candied HeartsRomance, FantasyProject Lead, Programmer, Common Route & Peppermint Route WriterDemo: June 28, 2023Made for Otome Jam 2023
SistersSlice of LifeProject Lead, Writer, ProgrammerAugust 20, 2023Made for Trans Representation Jam 2023
Beta:OverSlice of LifeProject Lead, Writer, ProgrammerJuly 28, 2023Made for O2A2 VN Jam 2023
A Late Night ConvoRomanceWriter, ProgrammerApril 19, 2023Made for O2A2 VN Jam 2023: Queer Edition, Featured in Indiepocalypse Issue #42
Soft Hearted DrinksRomComProject Lead, Writer, ProgrammerApril 2, 2023Made for NaNoRenO 2023, Featured in Queer Games Bundle 2023
Flickering LightFantasyProject Lead, Writer, ProgrammerOctober 31, 2022Made for Phantasia Jam 2022
Nat(urally) MeFantasy, ComedyProject Lead, Writer, ProgrammerAugust 19, 2022Made for Trans Representation Jam 2022
Still ShiningSlice of LifeProject Lead, Writer, ProgrammerJuly 31, 2022Made for O2A2 VN Jam 2022
Winning Hearts: Wrestling OtomeRomComWriter, ProgrammerDemo: March 19, 2022N/A
Panicked and Surrounded by Hot VampiresRomance, SupernaturalProject Lead, WriterJanuary 2, 2022Made for Winter VN Jam 2021
Another DaySlice of LifeWriterSeptember 18, 2021Featured in Queer Games Bundle 2022
The Puppet WhispererComedyWriterJuly 15, 2021Made for O2A2 VN Jam 2021
Loving You FullySlice of LifeWriterFebruary 26, 2021Made for Valentine's VN Jam 2021
A Marble's MuseRomance, Slice of LifeWriterDemo: December 23, 2020N/A

Credits in Other Games

GameStudioGenre(s)RoleRelease Date
Drops of DeathSnowhaven StudiosRomance, Mystery, ThrillerNarrative DesignerTBA
Talpin UniversityMoleworks CreativeRomance, Dating SimWriter (Sterling)TBA
Talleyrand SimulatorscriptfinchComedy, HistoryProgrammerApril 1, 2024
InamorataDemeru Makes GamesRomanceProgrammerFebruary 24, 2024
Carnival of ShadowsxenubinRomanceQA, Narrative DesignFebruary 17, 2024
The Villainess Just Wants to Eat!!TheChosenGiraffeRomance, ComedyProgrammerFebruary 14, 2024
SnowdropLegendEx GamesRomanceProgrammerFebruary 13, 2024
Reel Me InrenbieRomance, HorrorBeta TesterVersion 2.0 Release: February 3. 2024
Hummingbird's CrownFable NovelRomance, MysteryBeta TesterVoiced Ver. Release: January 7, 2024
Moth to a MatchstickTry_FroggeryRomanceGUI Programmer, ProgrammingDecember 31, 2023
Where Winter Crows GoPri KarinRomance, Horror, MysteryProgrammer, Beta Tester, ProofreaderNovember 14, 2023
Love's CrescendoSnowhaven StudiosRomance, RhythmNarrative Designer, Beatmap DesignerNovember 14, 2023
Bardic: Quest for Love (Demo)Breadwork GamesAdventure, Comedy, RomanceLead Writer, DesignerDemo: October 10, 2023
Our DollhouseFlorisamRomance, ThrillerProgrammerPart 1: August 30, 2023
YOMINOKUNI (Demo)elduatorHorror, Mystery, RomanceQA, Beta TesterDemo: June 30, 2023
The Last AsterLegendEx GamesRomanceScript EditorMarch 28, 2023
Slippery Flippers: Episode One - Amulet of the GodsSnowhaven StudiosAdventure, ComedyWriter, Narrative DesignerFebruary 2, 2023
Mythic MeetupHeartmoor StudiosRomance, FantasyNarrative DesignerJune 30, 2022
Not It: Spookiest EditionSnowhaven StudiosHorror, MysteryOperationsOctober 12, 2021

Online Publications & Bylines

Rates

STATUS: OPEN

Looking to hire me for your project, whether that be as a writer or a programmer? As of September 5, 2024, here are my rates for the following services:

  • Writing: $0.04 per word

  • Ren'Py Basic GUI Programming (Main Menu, Textbox, Save/Load, Settings, Quick Menu, Choices, Confirmation): $75

  • Ren'Py Extended GUI (Gallery, Music Room, etc): Add $20 per screen

  • Ren'Py Programming (i.e. Scripting, Animation, etc): $0.02 per word

Rates are negotiable, especially for previous clients and indie projects that have a limited budget.Currently, I am not accepting any NSFW writing work.

Terms of Service

  • Payments must be made in USD through PayPal invoice

  • Payment will be done once the work is completed

  • I will not provide any services for projects that use AI or AI-created assets

Send all inquires to: kristijimenez.biz(at)gmail(dot)com

Writing Samples

I Hate the Color White

I Hate the Color White is a 1.5k word Twine story based on my personal experience of going to a hospital in June of 2023. It focuses on the emotional weight of visiting one and trying to remain strong.


Fling with a Tiefling

This is a sample script from the fantasy, romance game Fling with a Tiefling. It focuses on comfort, companionship, and vulnerability.


Candied Hearts

This is a sample script from Peppermint's Route in the romance game Candied Hearts where the protagonist and Peppermint spend a day out at a festival.


Winning Hearts: Wrestling Otome Codex Entries

Codex entries from the romantic, comedy visual novel, Winning Hearts: Wrestling Otome. The codex entries vary from wrestling terminology, British slang, and easter eggs with the occasional fourth-wall break.