Video Game Design students presented their projects for their Final. They each had to create a game demo in 3D, using only basic tools available to them in the software. Students had to use their creativity to make games that were fun and engaging, using limited resources.
From Ryan Stevens, Video Game Design Teacher:
Video Game Design students presented their projects for their Final on December 18. They each had to create a game demo in 3D, using only basic tools available to them in the software. Asher W. '28 developed a game where the player must battle zombies in a Clash Royale inspired arena. Blake F. '29 created a demo that tasks a player with rebuilding a spaceship and defending it from aliens. Chase M. '28 created a game that procedurally generates obstacles for a player to avoid. Davide B. '28 made a demo that requires the player to jump a car across an icy obstacle course. Jack H. '29 created a game that requires players to collect coins in a maze where every turn has a random chance at resetting the players. Oori L. '28 made a two-player fencing game themed around chess pawns. Wyatt G. '27 created a game where a player must avoid a large enemy while navigating a forest.
This was a great project-based learning experience, as the students had to work around limitations and use their creativity to make games that were fun and engaging, using limited resources.
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