To start out I created a layout for how I envisioned the map might look like, what the different areas were and how they would all connect as well as where the important pick ups were. This was very created early into the project and it helped give a sense of where the game was taking place and what the scale of it was. The goal was to create a non-linear small scale map that made most of it's space create an adventure for the player. The town is both the starting area and the hub with it leading to the Church, Trainyard and Forest where the final boss is located. The 3rd area (Trainyard) has a one way path connecting back to the town, this path can be easily spotted after picking up the explosives needed to open up the path to the forest.
I then started to make a quick initial greybox and that was used to help find out the scale of the game. It helped guide the metrics for the assets as well as figuring out what made for a good space of play for combat. The player needed to have room to dash around multiple enemies and run away as they shoot.
However a problem emerged from the initial greybox. Player's would head straight down the path instead of going to the church because going straight felt like a better goal for the player. The goal was for the player to find the Antidote in the town then head to the church. In the second greybox I focused on addressing the issue by having the starting road point towards both the church and the direction of the Antidote pickup
I then created metrics for the modular assets to be created. The goal was to be able to make changes to the level easier by using modular assets rather then just have the church be one asset. This paid off because the needs of the level ended up changing and the church had to scale in a few different ways in multiple different iteration upon the level. It was especially helpful when I later wanted to add more building to the Trainyard Section as I did not have to ask for more assets to be made and used what was already there.
When Designing the combat the goal I had in mind was making every single enemy a meaningful encounter. Because we only had so much time to implement AI creatures we wanted to make the most of every fight.
The first choice I made to help meet that goal was make ammo a precious resource. Player will only completely refill their ammo when they interact with a shopkeeper (save point). They regain a small amount of ammo when killing an enemy as well. Because shopkeepers are far apart in distance it makes every bullet really count when traversing from on point to another.
The next decision was the melee combat. Using the melee knife is super risky as the player can't move while doing the action. The player can stun enemies with their gun giving the player the opportunity to use the knife and save bullets.
Once the Modular Assets I had designed the metrics for were made, I worked on integrating the assets into the scene, replacing my greybox with the assets. I built dozens of unique houses with the assets and built the Church and Trainyard structures. I worked on decorating the scene with the help of another team member.
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To start out I created a layout for how I envisioned the map might look like, what the different areas were and how they would all connect as well as where the important pick ups were. This was very created early into the project and it helped give a sense of where the game was taking place and what the scale of it was. The goal was to create a non-linear small scale map that made most of it's space create an adventure for the player. The town is both the starting area and the hub with it leading to the Church, Trainyard and Forest where the final boss is located. The 3rd area (Trainyard) has a one way path connecting back to the town, this path can be easily spotted after picking up the explosives needed to open up the path to the forest.
I then started to make a quick initial greybox and that was used to help find out the scale of the game. It helped guide the metrics for the assets as well as figuring out what made for a good space of play for combat. The player needed to have room to dash around multiple enemies and run away as they shoot.
However a problem emerged from the initial greybox. Player's would head straight down the path instead of going to the church because going straight felt like a better goal for the player. The goal was for the player to find the Antidote in the town then head to the church. In the second greybox I focused on addressing the issue by having the starting road point towards both the church and the direction of the Antidote pickup
I then created metrics for the modular assets to be created. The goal was to be able to make changes to the level easier by using modular assets rather then just have the church be one asset. This paid off because the needs of the level ended up changing and the church had to scale in a few different ways in multiple different iteration upon the level. It was especially helpful when I later wanted to add more building to the Trainyard Section as I did not have to ask for more assets to be made and used what was already there.
When Designing the combat the goal I had in mind was making every single enemy a meaningful encounter. Because we only had so much time to implement AI creatures we wanted to make the most of every fight.
The first choice I made to help meet that goal was make ammo a precious resource. Player will only completely refill their ammo when they interact with a shopkeeper (save point). They regain a small amount of ammo when killing an enemy as well. Because shopkeepers are far apart in distance it makes every bullet really count when traversing from on point to another.
The next decision was the melee combat. Using the melee knife is super risky as the player can't move while doing the action. The player can stun enemies with their gun giving the player the opportunity to use the knife and save bullets.
Once the Modular Assets I had designed the metrics for were made, I worked on integrating the assets into the scene, replacing my greybox with the assets. I built dozens of unique houses with the assets and built the Church and Trainyard structures. I worked on decorating the scene with the help of another team member.
See Other Work
To start out I created a layout for how I envisioned the map might look like, what the different areas were and how they would all connect as well as where the important pick ups were. This was very created early into the project and it helped give a sense of where the game was taking place and what the scale of it was. The goal was to create a non-linear small scale map that made most of it's space create an adventure for the player. The town is both the starting area and the hub with it leading to the Church, Trainyard and Forest where the final boss is located. The 3rd area (Trainyard) has a one way path connecting back to the town, this path can be easily spotted after picking up the explosives needed to open up the path to the forest.
I then started to make a quick initial greybox and that was used to help find out the scale of the game. It helped guide the metrics for the assets as well as figuring out what made for a good space of play for combat. The player needed to have room to dash around multiple enemies and run away as they shoot.
However a problem emerged from the initial greybox. Player's would head straight down the path instead of going to the church because going straight felt like a better goal for the player. The goal was for the player to find the Antidote in the town then head to the church. In the second greybox I focused on addressing the issue by having the starting road point towards both the church and the direction of the Antidote pickup
I then created metrics for the modular assets to be created. The goal was to be able to make changes to the level easier by using modular assets rather then just have the church be one asset. This paid off because the needs of the level ended up changing and the church had to scale in a few different ways in multiple different iteration upon the level. It was especially helpful when I later wanted to add more building to the Trainyard Section as I did not have to ask for more assets to be made and used what was already there.
When Designing the combat the goal I had in mind was making every single enemy a meaningful encounter. Because we only had so much time to implement AI creatures we wanted to make the most of every fight.
The first choice I made to help meet that goal was make ammo a precious resource. Player will only completely refill their ammo when they interact with a shopkeeper (save point). They regain a small amount of ammo when killing an enemy as well. Because shopkeepers are far apart in distance it makes every bullet really count when traversing from on point to another.
The next decision was the melee combat. Using the melee knife is super risky as the player can't move while doing the action. The player can stun enemies with their gun giving the player the opportunity to use the knife and save bullets.
Once the Modular Assets I had designed the metrics for were made, I worked on integrating the assets into the scene, replacing my greybox with the assets. I built dozens of unique houses with the assets and built the Church and Trainyard structures. I worked on decorating the scene with the help of another team member.
See Other Work
Game Designer, Level Designer, Programmer
Incarnadine
Tools: Unreal Engine | Team: 10 People | Timeline: 6 Months
Game Designer, Level Designer, Programmer
Incarnadine
Tools: Unreal Engine | Team: 10 People | Timeline: 6 Months
Game Designer, Level Designer, Programmer
Incarnadine
Tools: Unreal Engine | Team: 10 People | Timeline: 6 Months
Summary
• Designed and greyboxed levels including setting up modular asset metrics.
• Designed combat and economy to make resources such as ammo meaningful to the player.
• Reiterated designs for levels and mechanics based off of teammate and playtester feedback.
• Programmed game mechanics such as the shop, inventory, enemy AI and combat system in Unreal Engine Blueprints.
Project Goals
For this project we wanted to expand upon our skills, for me it was designing for shooter gameplay and improving upon my programming skills in Unreal Engine blueprints. We wanted to create a third person shooter with gothic horror elements. The big challenge for me was making sure the combat was utilized well as we didn't have a lot of time to make a lot of variety in encounters.
Summary
• Designed and greyboxed levels including setting up modular asset metrics.
• Designed combat and economy to make resources such as ammo meaningful to the player.
• Reiterated designs for levels and mechanics based off of teammate and playtester feedback.
• Programmed game mechanics such as the shop, inventory, enemy AI and combat system in Unreal Engine Blueprints.
Project Goals
For this project we wanted to expand upon our skills, for me it was designing for shooter gameplay and improving upon my programming skills in Unreal Engine blueprints. We wanted to create a third person shooter with gothic horror elements. The big challenge for me was making sure the combat was utilized well as we didn't have a lot of time to make a lot of variety in encounters.
Summary
• Designed and greyboxed levels including setting up modular asset metrics.
• Designed combat and economy to make resources such as ammo meaningful to the player.
• Reiterated designs for levels and mechanics based off of teammate and playtester feedback.
• Programmed game mechanics such as the shop, inventory, enemy AI and combat system in Unreal Engine Blueprints.
Project Goals
For this project we wanted to expand upon our skills, for me it was designing for shooter gameplay and improving upon my programming skills in Unreal Engine blueprints. We wanted to create a third person shooter with gothic horror elements. The big challenge for me was making sure the combat was utilized well as we didn't have a lot of time to make a lot of variety in encounters.