Dash.

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Game Designer/Programmer/Level Designer

ABOUT

"Dash." is a fast-paced, 2D game in which the player must collect coins while avoiding a giant wall that is closing in from behind. The game consists of three stages, each lasting 30 seconds, and the player must accumulate as many points as possible by collecting coins. However, colliding with the wall will cause the player to lose points, making it a challenging and exciting gameplay experience.

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PROJECTS

2023 Spring

GENRES

2D, RPG, Adventure, Platformer

PLATFORMS

PC, Xbox, PlayStation

INTRO

OVERVIEW

"Dash." is a fast-paced, 2D game in which the player must collect coins while avoiding a giant wall that is closing in from behind. The game consists of three stages, each lasting 30 seconds, and the player must accumulate as many points as possible by collecting coins. However, colliding with the wall will cause the player to lose points, making it a challenging and exciting gameplay experience.

PLATFORM

Dash. is made with Unity Engine and is currently published as alpha test early access on Itch.io, the link is provided down below in the DEMO section.

AUDIENCE

The audience for Dash. is likely to be gamers who enjoy fast-paced, action-packed gameplay experiences with a competitive edge. The game's emphasis on collecting coins and beating high scores is likely to appeal to casual gamers who enjoy arcade-style games. Additionally, the challenge of avoiding the closing wall while collecting coins will likely appeal to more hardcore gamers looking for a challenging gameplay experience. Overall, Dash. has the potential to attract a wide range of players who enjoy 2D platformer games with a competitive twist.

GENRE

The genre of Dash. would be considered a 2D platformer game with elements of arcade-style gameplay. The game involves a player-controlled character moving through a side-scrolling environment, jumping over obstacles, and collecting coins to achieve a high score. The focus on fast-paced gameplay and quick reflexes is a hallmark of the platformer genre, while the emphasis on collecting coins and competing for high scores is characteristic of arcade-style games. Overall, Dash. is a combination of these two genres, offering players a challenging, fast-paced gameplay experience with an arcade-like focus on score competition.

CORE GAMEPLAY MECHANICS

The core gameplay mechanics for this project revolve around the following principles

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The player-controlled character moves through a 2D side-scrolling environment.

A giant wall is constantly closing in from behind the player, and collision with it causes the player to lose points.

The player must collect coins to gain points.

The game is over when the player reaches the end of the third stage or when the player's score reaches zero.

The game is divided into three stages, each lasting 30 seconds.

The objective is to achieve the highest possible score across all three stages by collecting as many coins as possible while avoiding collisions with the wall.

INTERACTION DESIGN

The interaction design of this project focuses on providing an intuitive and engaging experience for players for 100 seconds. Key elements include

Simple and responsive controls

Players interact with the game using straightforward touch or click-based inputs, minimizing the learning curve and ensuring the games are easy to pick up and play.

Immediate scoring

Players receive instant feedback on their performance through an on-screen score that updates in real-time, motivating them to improve their skills and compete for higher scores.

Visual feedback

Dash. provides clear visual cues and feedback, such as updating scores in real time to help players understand the game mechanics and their progress.

Smooth transitions

Each stage of Dash. are designed to transition seamlessly from one to another, maintaining a fast-paced and engaging gaming experience.

Time indicator

A visible countdown timer is displayed during the game, ensuring players are aware of the time constraint and can adjust their strategy accordingly.

Clear instructions

Dash. starts with brief, easy-to-understand instructions to ensure players know what to do right away. The interaction design of this project aims to create an enjoyable and accessible gaming experience that keeps players engaged and encourages them to improve their skills while competing for high scores.

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