For my midterm project, I’m drawing inspiration from the cherished game my sister and I used to play on our PSP, featuring Sonic, and giving it an endearing and personal twist. I’ll be introducing my beloved dog, Simba, into the world of gaming.” Simba’s Pawtastic Adventure” centers around Simba’s quest to gather delicious treats and his favorite toys as he embarks on a journey to find his way back home to his family. Simba will journey through enchanting landscapes while avoiding obstacles like puddles, bushes and other obstacles.
Gameplay Overview:
- Character: Simba, the adorable and loyal dog with a heart full of love and a tummy full of treats to collect.
- Objective: Accompany Simba through a whimsical world filled with colorful landscapes while gathering his favorite treats and toys.
- Obstacles: Simba must navigate around playful puddles, fluffy bushes and other challenges.
- Homecoming: The ultimate goal is to reunite Simba with his family, making it a heartwarming experience for players.
- Scoring: Players earn pawprints as they collect Simba’s treasures, with bonus pawprints for completing levels fast.
- Feedback: Adorable animations and joyful sounds upon collecting items, plus a heartwarming “Family Reunion” animation when Simba finds his family.
With Simba’s Pawtastic Adventure, my aim is to not only transport players back to the days of playing online games but also envelop them in a world filled with the purest form of love and warmth – the love between a furry friend and their family.
While I haven’t started coding the game yet, I anticipate challenges in achieving smooth and responsive movement for Simba, especially when it comes to jumping and implementing gravity in a way that feels natural. Additionally, handling collision detection with obstacles and surfaces may prove to be complex. To overcome these challenges, I intend to break down the game development process into smaller, manageable sections. By tackling smaller chunks of the game at a time, I can focus on refining specific aspects without feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of the entire project.