A 21 year old student from the University of Abertay in Dundee has won the Scottish government competition to produce a digital game based on the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

William Rountree won the competition to submit a game concept which aligned with the ideals of the Commonwealth Games and the Glasgow 2014 brand, and won a cash prize of £2,014 and the opportunity to work with professional games development firm 4JStudios - who won the contract to transform his winning concept into a working game.

William Rountree, originally from County Armagh, said: "It's great to see the Scottish Government embracing its video game industry and game development students with this unique competition to help promote the Commonwealth Games. I still can't quite believe I actually won!

“However, I have had an amazing experience working with the team at 4JStudios and seeing my design develop, change and become a reality. It has given me great insight into the development process in a real studio environment, experience which will be very useful when looking for a job upon completing my course."

The game is now on the Glasgow 2014 website, and available to people across the Commonwealth and the world.

Commonwealth Games minister Shona Robison said: "This competition has been a unique opportunity to combine the creativity and flair of students in Scotland with the skill of our world-renowned games development sector and the excitement and passion prompted by the Commonwealth Games coming to Scotland in 2014.

"This is the perfect springboard for Scotland to stamp its innovative character on the 2014 Commonwealth Games and further raise the profile of our digital economy. Work continues to ensure these Games are an amazing experience for both Glasgow and Scotland. This competition contributes to our efforts to maximise the long term benefits of the Games by encouraging talent and forging links between education and industry."