DotLAB

A hub for ambitious game developers.

About Us

Who are we?

DotLAB is an advanced incubation hub for the next era of interactive media. By 2026, games have evolved beyond entertainment into complex simulations, social metaverses, and narrative ecosystems. We stand at the intersection of generative AI, real-time rendering, and human creativity. Our mission is to forge adaptable, tech-savvy game designers ready to lead in a global industry where the lines between reality and virtuality are increasingly blurred.

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Our Approach

Agile. Iterative. Production-ready. We mirror the workflows of top AAA and indie studios. From Day 1, students work in cross-functional teams, tackling real-world challenges ranging from rapid prototyping to shipping polished titles. We prioritize adaptable skill sets, ensuring our developers master both foundational theory and the latest 2026 industry standards in engine technology and asset creation.

Why Choose Game Development?

The game industry has far surpassed film and music combined, becoming the dominant cultural force of the 21st century. But it's more than just a market—it's the frontier of technology. Game development today unites engineers, artists, writers, and psychologists. It is the driving force behind the Metaverse, digital fashion, and virtual production. Choosing this path means shaping the future of human interaction.

Our Team

The creative minds behind DotLAB.

Prof. Volkan Yücel

Prof. Volkan Yücel

Head of Department

Asst. Prof. Oğuz Can EREN

Asst. Prof. Oğuz Can EREN

Assistant Professor

Gökay SALDAMLI

Asst. Prof. Gökay SALDAMLI

Assistant Professor

Mustafa MISIR

Mustafa MISIR

Lecturer

Görkem Utku YILDIZ

Görkem Utku YILDIZ

Lecturer

Berfin Deniz ÇAKMAK

Berfin Deniz ÇAKMAK

Research Assistant

Nezir URAN

Nezir URAN

Lecturer

Enes YORAZ

Enes YORAZ

Lecturer

Address


Cendere Cad. No:24, 34406 Kağıthane/İstanbul

Phone


(0212) 610 10 10