Black Belt Ninjas | Code Ninjas

Cora’s Black Belt project, Barista Codey, is based on the final Red Belt project, Chef Codey. Her game consists of two levels with different objectives, putting the player in a cafe where they are told where nothing is, nor how to make items, and even when they do their best, it still won’t be enough for the first boss. Cora has thoroughly worked through each step of the game development process for many months and has learned and grown by working through her mistakes and implementing feedback given in each review cycle.

Sebastian's 2.5-year journey from a curious modder to a skilled developer is a testament to his hard work, creativity, and comprehensive learning experience at Code Ninjas Windsor. Inspired by his childhood favourite, Super Mario 3D World, and his fascination with modding Terraria, Sebastian embarked on a mission to create his own 3D platformer game for his Black Belt project. His unwavering dedication and exceptional problem-solving capabilities propelled him through numerous developmental challenges, which he navigated with remarkable independence. The culmination of his efforts is a distinctive game, Aero Rush, that melds first-person exploration with third-person gameplay, offering a rich, versatile gaming experience.

Adam’s love for playing video games transferred to a great passion for coding, which was further fomented by his time at Code Ninjas London. Starting in 2020, Adam ventured through all the belts and learned important concepts that have made him a better game developer. His Black Belt project, The King's Land, is a game centered on freeing the oppressed citizens of a kingdom by infiltrating the king's castle. Are you ready to infiltrate the castle and free your fellow citizens once and for all?

Jovan has worked diligently for 4 months to complete his Black Belt project, Wumpus Dungeon, a maze game that encourages the player to be cautious of what they do and where they move. He has thoroughly enjoyed working closely alongside his fellow Ninjas and his Code Senseis at Code Ninjas London, learning and finding inspiration from all they have to offer. Jovan is very proud to present his game and hopes to keep creating and learning throughout his life. Are you ready to step foot in the Wumpus Dungeon?

Kelton is a founding Ninja at Code Ninjas Markham, attending since 2020. He has traversed a remarkable journey to his current position. Kelton has shown great independence at Code Ninjas; he can troubleshoot his own challenges and research solutions. Kelton's Black Belt project, Beanboozle, is a unique 2D physics-based game. You play as a bean striving to acquire collectibles before reaching the exit. There are several obstacles to overcome along the way. The game is meant to be challenging; resiliency is key!

Aroosh embarked on her journey at Code Ninjas Markham in 2020, bringing with her a fervent enthusiasm for art and design. This passion is vividly expressed through the meticulous level-design and exquisite aesthetics she incorporates into her work. Her commitment to perfectionism is evident, as she dedicated extensive efforts to ensure the flawless execution of her game before its initial submission. In the realm of gaming, Aroosh's Black Belt project, "Animal Whisperer," stands out as a first-person immersive explorer. Players engage in dialogue with the mystical inhabitants of the forest, receiving quests that lead them through a captivating and enchanting virtual world.

Mohamed possesses a profound enthusiasm for gaming, particularly the Elder Scrolls series. His fascination peaked with Skyrim, inspiring him to delve into 3D game development. This led him to join Code Ninjas London, where he developed the required skills under the guidance of expert Code Senseis. Utilizing this knowledge, Mohamed created his Black Belt project "Beyond the Edge," an immersive game where players engage in combat, gather crystals, and conquer bosses to finally return to their homeland. Are you ready for adventure?

Mark has been progressing through the belts at Code Ninjas London since 2021. Completing his first belt inspired Mark’s passion for coding and motivated him to continue working towards attaining his Black Belt. His Black Belt project, Bearly Realistic Combat, combines his love of dodgeball and bears. The game features the minimal amount of realism that is necessary in a game and fills the rest with seemingly impossible bears armed with weapons ranging from RPGs to Lasers and even Ice. He spent a long time polishing his game and plans to use his newfound talent and passion for coding to pursue goals he formerly wouldn't have considered.