Professor of Game Design & Management at Hochschule Fresenius, University of Applied Sciences, Cologne, Germany. With over two decades of experience in game design education and the toy and games industry, Markus has held professorships at leading institutions including media Akademie Stuttgart and University of Applied Sciences Macromedia.

Since 2006, he has worked as a freelance lecturer, curriculum developer, storyteller, game designer, and consultant across Europe, Asia, the United States, and Africa, collaborating with brands like Playmobil and projects such as Lost Earth 2307 and Pretty Woman (QUEXIT). His academic background includes a doctorate focusing on reality construction in media from RWTH Aachen University, and studies in sociology, psychology, and philosophy.

Markus explores holistic play concepts and draws from his extensive industry experience to inspire creative game design and development.

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