Creating a Seamless Experience




With my last project: Neo Tokyo Drive


I managed to Create a Small Playable game using all the tools and software available to me.


Notes 📝 - I planned the game on my notes using pen and paper. I had a clear vision of making a small driving game that could be played, simple enough for the player to understand and easy to play.

Originally I wanted to incorporate coins pick-up system, similar to Mario Kart, but due to lack of time and space I posted it.

Drawing the game and allowed me to map and plan ahead to be more efficient on my task.


3D Models 🎲 -  used a Car Model I found on Sketchfab. I used the Reverse Texturing, learning how to modify existing Textures to my advantage.

To build the city I took models from various sites and modified them accordingly to my needs and I blended them all in Unreal Engine. Mainly the models are all from Megascan Quixol, some model are from Sketchfab.

They 


Animation 🎬 - I then had to dismantle the Car in Maya and Blender to figure out how to Animate each tyre part, this process was really stressful, I had some help with it, I did follow different tutorials to a make sure the Car animations were perfect. A good combination of Blender and Unreal Engine was the key to making the car workflow more efficient.


Blueprinting ⚙️ - Car Weight: the car was drifting and flying all over the place, I learned to adjust the weight and speed of the vehicle in Unreal Engine, I also made sure that the Car stayed in the ground and wasn’t able to drift or collapse on the side breaking the immersion.


Lighting 💡- this was necessary element to work in Unreal Engine, light in the dark environment is a nice touch. Visually pleasing for the player, and gameplay vise is not too distracting but at the same time eye catching. During my test runs I didn’t had many issues with the driving or being dazzle by the bright lights of the city.


Video Editing 🎬 - I used OBS to record the screen during one of my test drive, then I used CapCut to edit the video, add some music and upload it to YouTube in my Game Design Channel.


The Test Drive was completed and the game is fully functional: during this project I managed to seamlessly blend in all the different aspects of Game Design, successfully making a playable game. I did manage to combine different elements of 3D models in one Project seamlessly allowing for a visually stunning image of a Futuristic City.


With this Project I aimed to create and showcase a playable game, by combining all of the elements of Game Design and fitting 3D models seamlessly.



Special Tanks to:


10th Percent Studios for supporting me and encouraging me to continue working on this Project.


Amar Sen - helping me with the blueprints and animations for the car.


Tim Shaw - Feedback and helping with the Environment Building.


Micheal Lasslett - testing the game, helping with lighting and environment design.


YouTube - for providing me with the necessary information and tutorials to complete this project.


At the end I would say that the Real Success are the friends I made along the way.







Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Coral Cove

Image
Me and my friends from 10th Percent Studios were discussing about working on a new game, we haven't made anything since last spring, so we discussed ideas and mechanics for a brand new game, set on a tropical island. 10th Percent Studios presents Coral Cove Set foot on the shores of Coral Cove, a once-thriving paradise now shrouded in an ominous mist that conceals the island's tragic past. As the lone adventurer, your quest is to uncover the truth behind the ancient curse that has befallen this land. The island's beauty is juxtaposed with eerie landscapes, abandoned settlements, and treacherous dungeons that echo with the whispers of the forgotten. Coral Cove is a 3rd person RPG that combines the atmospheric exploration of Zelda: Ocarina of Time with the unforgiving challenge of Dark Souls. Embark on an journey where every step unveils secrets, every challenge tests your mettle, and every discovery pushes you deeper into the heart of darkness. Solve intricate puzzles and de
Read more

3D Weapon Workflow

Image
This is my guide, using my workflow to create a 3D Model for a weapon by starting from a concept idea. We will require the use of these specific software's: Autodesk Maya  (low Poly mesh),  ZBrush  (high poly mesh), and  Substance 3D Painter  (baking and textures). Then importing the final product into a game engine, in this case Unreal Engine 5 . Autodesk Maya I usually work with Autodesk Maya to build my base model from scratch, this software can be challenging for beginners, it will require knowledge and skills to be used efficiently. ZBrush This is probably the most challenging software to use, it took me sometime to get use to the interface, in my advice is best to use a drawing tablet and a pen for ZBrush. ZBrush can also be an optional step, because you can actually create the High Poly version in Maya.  ZBrush allows us to add details and sculpt our models, it is great for more complex meshes. Substance 3D Painter Once both versions of the model are completed we can move on
Read more

The Laboratory Game Mechanics

 Mechanics Combat system Mixed Melee and Ranged weapons Switch between melee and ranged weapon, unused weapon shows on the character's back Weapon switching (animation)  Aim offsets for ranged weapons Bullet/melee impact sounds and VFX Health system for player and enemies Enemy AI Enemy Death, New Enemy Spawn Interface, Main Menu, UI, Icons, Bullet Counters, Health Bar The Game Must Be Playable with Xbox Controller Player Stats These are visible on the interface, The player can see the Health Bar (Red) and Stamina Bar (Green). The player will be able to see the Ammunition of Rifle Pick up (white number). These are presented very simplistically by two different Bars parallel to each other. Health Player has a health bar showed displayed in Red. The player can pick Up Health Pack, these will fully heal the player. Player will take Damage when falling from heights. Falling into Jump Pads will not cause any Damage to the Player. Player will take increased damage when the Stamina Bar is
Read more