Our Story

Pioneering the future of 3D game design education through innovation, expertise, and unwavering commitment to student success

Born from Passion

Back in 2019, what started as late-night conversations between game industry veterans in a small Ghent studio has evolved into something we never quite imagined. Marcus De Vries, fresh from leading technical teams at major European game studios, kept running into the same problem—brilliant creative minds struggling to bridge the gap between artistic vision and technical execution.

The traditional education system wasn't keeping pace with how fast game technology was advancing. Students were graduating with outdated skills, while studios desperately needed professionals who understood both the creative and technical sides of modern 3D development. That's when the idea for Learnexa Gate crystallized—create an education platform that mirrors real industry workflows and challenges.

Starting from our base in Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat, we've built partnerships with over 40 game studios across Belgium and the Netherlands. What makes us different isn't just our curriculum—it's our commitment to treating each student's journey as unique as the games they'll eventually create.

What Drives Us Forward

Our Mission

We exist to eliminate the skills gap between game development education and industry reality. Every course we design, every project we assign, and every mentor relationship we foster serves one purpose—preparing creators who can walk into any studio and immediately contribute meaningful work. We believe learning happens best when it mirrors real challenges, which is why our students work on actual game projects from day one.

Our Vision

Within the next decade, we envision a European game development landscape where technical skills never limit creative expression. We're building toward a future where every graduate from our programs becomes a bridge-builder—someone who can translate between artists, programmers, designers, and producers with equal fluency. Our ultimate goal is transforming how the industry thinks about professional development.

Meet Our Leadership

Behind every great educational platform are the people who live and breathe the craft they teach. Our team combines decades of industry experience with a genuine passion for nurturing the next generation of game developers.

Founder & Lead Technical Director

Marcus De Vries

With 12 years spanning roles from junior programmer to technical director at studios like Guerrilla Games and Larian Studios, Marcus brings both technical depth and educational insight to everything we do. His approach centers on practical problem-solving—he believes the best learning happens when students tackle challenges they'll actually face in their careers. Outside of work, you'll find him experimenting with new rendering techniques or mentoring indie developers at local game jams.

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