About me
Hi! I am Nazareno.
Passionate Game Quality Specialist and Vice President of QA at Nimble Giant with a robust background as a Senior, Lead, and QA Manager at EA, WB Games, Epic Games and other AAA companies since 2011.
Committed to achieving top-tier game quality, I've contributed to 8+ AAA games and created the Game Quality Analyst career path for 300+ QAs at Globant and Nimble Giant. In my role as Academic Coordinator and Professor, I crafted and delivered a professional Game QA course, mentoring students at Image Campus. With expertise in interviews, I specialize in identifying ideal fits for projects, guiding recruiters, and fostering team growth. I've spoken at major events, including EVA 2023, the most important video game conference in Argentina. My skills include detailed test plans, innovative testing tools, game components knowledge, team building and fostering cross-functional collaboration, consistently elevating QA standards.
Studying Japanese since 2023. Collecting anime figures, manga, and retro consoles since the '90s. These hobbies fuel my creativity and passion for gaming. Having also traveled to Japan, I draw inspiration directly from its rich gaming culture.
Career Highlights:
- Moby Credits : https://www.mobygames.com/person/1197323/nazareno-rivero/
- Creator of the Game Quality Analyst career path for 300+ GQAs @ Globant
- Creator of the Game Quality Analyst career path @ NGE
- Academic Coordinator and professor of advanced game QA students @ Image campus
- Creator of the Game Quality Analyst Professional course @ Image Campus
- Scholarship holder in the Associate Degree in 3D Animation for Video Games @ Image Campus
Japanese Culture
In 2023, my Japanese language journey kicked off at the University Language Center in Argentina. Following that, I continued my studies at Komorebi, another institute, while also engaging in personal conversations with a native Japanese professor. This blend of educational experiences has been instrumental in shaping my language proficiency.
I prefer studying by hand, so I got physical books like Dekiru Nihongo and Minna no Nihongo directly from Japan. They sit on my study desk and help me understand the language better. Also, my recent trip to Japan allowed me to acquire additional Kanji practice books, which I currently utilize to enhance my skills.
Venturing into Japan, I spent an enriching 15 days exploring Tokyo, with Akihabara as my base. From there, I embarked on journeys to iconic neighborhoods like Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Tokyo Station, and Ginza. As an avid collector, I seized the opportunity to immerse myself in Tokyo's vibrant figure and console shops. Locations such as Super Potato, AmiAmi, Mandarake, and Astop Akiba Culture's Zone became cherished destinations where I expanded my collection.
Beyond the realm of collecting, my time in Japan offered profound insights into the local culture and gaming scene. Exploring known companies and specialized gaming shops provided me with a deeper understanding of Japan's rich gaming culture, a journey that continues to inspire and shape my appreciation for Japanese language and culture.
Gaming/Anime Collection
Since my early years, I've been captivated by manga and anime, especially during the vibrant '90s era. Titles like Evangelion, Ranma 1/2, and Dragon Ball became the foundation of my collection, fueling my deep appreciation for Japanese language, culture, and collectibles.
As my collection grew, I naturally expanded into anime and gaming figures. From there, I ventured into collecting gaming consoles and iconic games. Among my prized possessions are classics like the Sega Megadrive, SNES, and N64, along with the iconic Powerglove.
My anime figure collection reflects my diverse tastes, spanning from classics like Akira and Cowboy Bebop to newer series like Jujutsu Kaisen and Attack on Titan. Currently, I'm enhancing my collection with resins and high-quality statues, while building a library of Japanese manga that I bring back from Japan.
Designing my own arcade was a dream come true. It features a dedicated section for Nintendo and Capcom classics, both in its design and the games it houses. My passion for collecting integrates into my professional life, as I collect figures from the games I've worked on.
This pursuit has polished my attention to detail and organizational skills, essential for managing presales, research, and the meticulous arrangement of my collection. It's not just about acquiring items; it's a journey of appreciation and refinement that extends into every aspect of my life.
