Rocket Team Racing - Unity Videogame (2023)
Concept and Game Selection:
My Vision for Unity: My aspiration was to create a game that served as a unifying platform for the diverse Hedera NFT community. Recognizing the power of gaming to bring people together, I advocated for a racing game due to its universal appeal and potential to bridge diverse community interests.
The driving force behind the game was to foster unity within the Hedera NFT community. It aimed to create an inclusive, fun, and engaging space where enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds could come together.
Game Type Selection Process: Extensive discussions revolved around different game genres, including runners, fighting games, and shooters. Ultimately, a racing game stood out for its simplicity, familiarity, and potential to bridge diverse communities.
TEASER TRAILER
Initial Development Stages:
My Guiding Hand in Development: Taking the helm in the project's foundational stages, I led the team in crafting the character mechanics and evolving the game's maps. Testing and iterating became our routine under my guidance to ensure an engaging and dynamic gaming experience.
Character-Centric Approach: Our primary character, Rocket, was meticulously designed as the linchpin for the entire gaming experience. His characteristics, speed, and maneuverability were the focal points around which we built the gameplay dynamics.
Evolution of Gameplay: The design process started with a simple sketch of the map, which gradually evolved into a full-fledged game environment. Iterations on map design, post-processing effects, and the integration of dynamic game elements such as rockets, bombs, and challenging map hazards were vital to crafting a dynamic and engaging experience.
Art Style and Aesthetics:
My Creative Influence: Drawing inspiration from the charm of low-poly aesthetics, I meticulously curated lighting effects and minimalistic designs to create a visually striking and enjoyable game environment. Every color palette choice was a conscious effort to infuse joy and a clean aesthetic in every game facet.
Color Palette Philosophy: Each map featured a distinct color palette, harmoniously converging to create a vibrant and inviting user interface, emphasizing a clean and joyful design for the main menus.
ENVIRONMENT TEXTURES
GAME ICON DESIGN
Technical Details and Optimization:
My Strategic Approach to Efficiency: Steering the game's technical direction, I emphasized optimal performance without compromising visual appeal. Carefully selecting tools and modeling techniques allowed us to strike the right balance, ensuring an enjoyable and streamlined gaming experience.
Optimization Strategy: Through the utilization of occlusion culling and the creation of simplistic models, the game aimed for efficiency without compromising visual appeal.
Development Tools: We primarily relied on Blender for 3D modeling, Unity for game development, and occasional use of Photoshop for textures, ensuring a balance between visual quality and performance optimization.
GAMEPLAY TRAILER
PROMO
Team Collaboration:
My Multifaceted Leadership Role: As the project manager, art director, and hands-on developer, I not only provided guidance but also actively contributed to every aspect of the project. My leadership was instrumental in maintaining a cohesive and efficient development process.
Synergy and Collaboration: Our team fostered an environment of collaboration, where each member contributed ideas, feedback, and expertise. Justyn's contributions to C# programming were instrumental in refining the game mechanics.
Marketing and Promotion:
My Creative Direction and Collaborative Efforts: Leading the creation of promotional material and trailers, I intricately wove compelling narratives to resonate with our audience. Collaborating with marketing experts, we strategized and presented our game in a way that captured the community's interest and anticipation.
Synchronized Launch Strategy: Aligning the game's release with an NFT launch allowed for a synergistic marketing approach. Trailers, promotional material, and pre-launch engagement on social media platforms generated anticipation and excitement among the community.
Visual Storytelling: The creation and editing of trailers using Blender and collaborative efforts with Simon in marketing strategies ensured a compelling presentation that resonated with the audience.
LIVE NFT MARKETPLACE
MUSIC
MEMORABILIA
