About The Idea
At first I was struggling to get ideas for this project I am working on. I eventually settled on playing some Zelda Breath Of The Wild to try get some ideas, then that mechanic that was used where you light up laterns with a blue flame around a mountain. this gave me the idea for the lantern mechanic. Funnily enough I was also watching old JackSepticEye videos playing Slenderman. This gave me the idea for the scenery and overall atmosphere of the game I wanted.
I chose this idea because I believe this concept will work well with the mechanics I plan to use. These mechanics are still unique enough that I can make a game that people can either relax to or get scared by.
Importance Of Art In Video Games
Art in video games is very important as it is the first thing players see in the game. It helps the game have its own unique look compared to the rest of the market and can make the game instantly recognizable even from a single screenshot.
Depending on what type of game is being made. It can affect the atmosphere created. For example, Bloodborne has dark, gothic visuals that reinforce its horror aspect, while Undertale shows retro charm and simplicity.
Certain art styles can also help with performance. For example, Minecraft uses simple voxels which allows it to run on many devices while still having its iconic look without sacrificing quality or performance.
Story-Writing in Video Games
Creating and writing a storyline is an important part of making a video game. As such, it shouldnt be rushed over. Although most games create very long storylines (sometimes with different endings like in Detroit: Become Human). I plan to create something short, this makes the game more accessible as on average players do not fully complete the storyline.
What Even Is The Fantasy Genre?
According to britannica, the fantasy genre "is a type of imaginative fiction featuring beings, places, and events that could never occur in real life.". The fantasy genre is an interesting genre as it gives the creators freedom to create whatever they wont without limiting themselves to the bounds of realism, be it magic or defying physics
What is Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine is piece of 3D software created by Epic Games. It is used to create video games, simulations and movies. Unreal Engine can be used with either Blueprints with with traditional programming with C++. Unreal Engine is known for its high-quality graphics. It is used in loads of games and media productions
What makes a good horror game?
Having the game use your imagination against you affects the player in a phychological way, making the game more immersive and "scary".
The atmosphere in a horror game can instil dread in a player depending on the type of atmosphere. such as silent hill fog. the player has no clue what lies ahead until its too late. coincidentally its also a good way to hide performance techniques