Who I Am
I'm Tharul Thenuwara, Director of Gorilla Motion Works.
I build software and work on ideas around game development and core systems. I created TORF (Thenuwara's Open Rendering Framework) as part of learning how things work from the ground up.
Most of what I do is self-driven. I prefer starting small, figuring things out, and improving over time.
My Story
I got into this during the COVID-19 pandemic, when I started exploring video game development. At first, I used FPS Creator to build my first level and mod. What started as curiosity quickly turned into something more – I wanted to understand everything, from rendering to game logic.
In 2023, I founded Gorilla Motion Works, an independent game studio focused on narrative-driven projects. As I kept building, I realized I wanted more control over the tools I was using, which led me to start developing my own engine.
That's how TORF (Thenuwara's Open Rendering Framework) started – my attempt to build a game engine from the ground up and explore how these systems really work.
Now, at 17, I continue improving the engine while also working on short films and experimenting with how cinematic storytelling can blend with interactive technology.
What I Do
I focus on building tools and experiences that redefine what independent creators can achieve.
Game Development
Designing and developing immersive games that prioritize narrative and player agency. From modding with FPS Creator to leading Gorilla Motion Works.
Engine Development
Creating TORF (Thenuwara's Open Rendering Framework) – a real‑time rendering engine built from scratch, tailored for indie developers.
Creative Technology
Exploring AI‑assisted workflows, cinematic storytelling, and cross‑disciplinary innovation to push the boundaries of interactive media.
“Create without limits – the only boundaries are the ones you set for yourself.”— Tharul Thenuwara