About Narrative Engine

Our Mission

Narrative Engine brings high-caliber technical and systems engineering expertise to the world of immersive entertainment, elevating experiences through innovative solutions and narrative-driven design.

Founded with a passion for merging technical prowess with creative storytelling, Narrative Engine stands at the intersection of technology and imagination. We specialize in providing bespoke engineering solutions for escape rooms, immersive theatre productions, and interactive entertainment experiences that captivate and inspire.

Our approach is rooted in the belief that the most memorable experiences arise when cutting-edge technology seamlessly enhances storytelling rather than overshadowing it. Every sensor, mechanism, and circuit we design serves a purpose within the broader narrative, creating moments of wonder and discovery for participants.

Whether you're creating a single puzzle element or designing an entire immersive world, Narrative Engine brings the technical expertise needed to transform creative visions into tangible, reliable experiences that will delight and surprise your audience.

Meet the Founder

David Rickmann

Systems Engineer & Narrative Designer

After establishing a successful career as a transport data scientist and roboticist, David found himself seeking a field that would truly ignite his passion while leveraging his extensive engineering background. The answer lay in immersive entertainment—a perfect canvas for applying technical expertise to create memorable experiences.

Drawing from his diverse background spanning transport systems modeling, robotics, and game design, David brings a unique perspective to technical challenges in the immersive entertainment industry. His approach combines rigorous engineering methodology with creative vision, resulting in solutions that are both elegantly designed and narratively compelling.

As an experienced GamesMaster and narrative designer, David understands that technology should enhance storytelling, not dominate it. This ethos guides all of Narrative Engine's work, ensuring that even the most complex technical systems serve the greater purpose of creating immersive, unforgettable experiences.

Narrative Engine represents the culmination of David's professional journey—a venture where technical excellence meets creative storytelling, and where engineering challenges become opportunities for innovation and delight.

Our Approach

Technical Excellence

We approach every project with engineering rigor, ensuring reliable, robust solutions that perform flawlessly even under demanding conditions.

Narrative Integration

Our technical solutions are designed to enhance storytelling, creating seamless experiences where technology serves the narrative rather than distracting from it.

Innovative Problem-Solving

We thrive on creative challenges, bringing innovative approaches to complex technical requirements while maintaining practicality and reliability.

Industry Cross-Pollination

Our experience across multiple disciplines—from transport systems to robotics to game design—allows us to bring fresh perspectives and novel solutions to immersive entertainment.

Ready to elevate your immersive experience?

Let's discuss how Narrative Engine can help bring your creative vision to life with innovative technical solutions.

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