Im struggling with Cover Letters as a graduate. Which of these is better?

Yeah, as it says, I am currently struggling with the best way to format a cover letter.

I have provided two examples of the same cover letter. Do you mind letting me know which one is better and how it could be further improved?

Industry: Games
Thanks

VERSION ONE:

Dear [Company],
Playing and designing video games has been a passion of mine since early Lua development, however it became the forefront of my career path since pursuing Games Development (BSc) at University. I started developing minigames in ROBLOX Studio between 2013 and 2017 at the age of 10 which lead to a growing passion for Games Design and realised it was an industry I wanted to venture into.

Having graduated with a Bachelors of Science (First Class) degree in Games Technology, a course mainly focusing on games programming in Unity (C#) & Unreal Engine (C++), I managed to work on a wide array of solo and team projects.

Throughout these projects, I was consistently Lead UX/UI Designer, Programmer and Game Designer, shipping the games to PC, console and mobile. Furthermore, I have experience contributing to other areas of expertise such as Virtual Effects and Audio Design. Problem solving has always been embedded into whatever I do due whether it be in relation to programming or design choices. Being a project leader for video game products helped me to explore various disciplines such as:

UX/UI Design – Creating engaging & creative interfaces whilst retaining cohesion for client ease of use.

Games Programming – C# & C++ with over 8 games developed at University with varying gameplay and mechanics.

Game & Level Design – Experimenting with various level designs to make fun and interactive experiences for players.

Audio Director – Working with voice actors and sound designers to ensure that audio was captivating and immersive.

Project Management – Managing project scopes, deadlines and team management through analytical decision-making and the use of Teams, Trello, Discord & ClickUp.
Additionally, I have also had the opportunity to work on film projects at University by assisting with scene lighting and Virtual Production suites within Unreal Engine.

Outside of my creative works, I love public speaking, having taught speech classes at secondary school to younger years through the Talk Easy Trust. I recently featured on the BBC Radio station to discuss the importance of young people voting within the general election.
I am extremely enthusiastic towards learning more about the industry, to expand my already strong skillset and to collaborate with the talented employees at [Company]. I believe my background as a lead Game Designer & Technical UI Developer in will bring a great creative and fun twist to projects.
Thank you for reading my application and I hope to hear from you soon!
Yours sincerely,
[Name]

VERSION TWO:

Dear [Company],
I am excited to express my interest in the Game Designer Intern role for your upcoming project. With a Bachelor’s of Science (First Class) degree in Games Technology, specializing in Unity C# & Unreal Engine C++ programming, along with a diverse portfolio of solo and team projects ranging across PC, console, and mobile releases, I am confident in my ability to make a significant impact on your team.

During my academic journey, I successfully led various projects as the Lead Game Designer, Programmer, and Technical UX/UI Designer, overseeing the development and delivery of multiple games. This experience allowed me to cultivate my problem-solving skills, whether in programming challenges or design decisions.

My strive to develop fun and immersive experiences has also led to proficiency within Audio Design. During my final Major Project, I collaborated with voice actors and sound designers to ensure that soundscapes were captivating for the player alongside using tools such as FL Studio and recording in Foley Studios to create my own cohesive sound effects.

Additionally to general Game Design, I have had the opportunity to work on Virtual Production film projects at University by assisting with scene lighting within Unreal Engine 5.

Outside of my creative works, I love public speaking, having taught speech classes at secondary school to younger years through the Talk Easy Trust. I recently featured on the BBC Radio station to discuss the importance of young people voting within the general election.

I am extremely enthusiastic towards learning more about the industry, to expand my already strong skillset and to collaborate with the talented employees at [Company]. In particular, I am drawn to how [Company] creates fun, engaging action experiences. I believe my background as a lead Game Designer & Technical UI Developer in will bring a great creative and fun twist to projects.
Thank you for reading my application and I hope to hear from you soon!

Yours sincerely,
[Name]