Plan Ahead
Plan AheadA mini-game partyBy Robert Perry
What is being soldPlan Ahead is a set of mini-games created to
support the Pre-Production Phase of Game Development training
module.The mini-games included revolve around the three stages of
the pre-production phase.The games are meant to test the users
knowledge on Game Design Documents, Level Layouts and
Prototyping.
How the sell will happenBy creating light concepts to display
various game mechanics, combined with information from the module,
the users will enjoy a game experience that is connected with their
training.The sell will also derive from the rewards that can be
earned through the mini-games, which can be used to help the users
create their own video game.
PlatformsPlan Ahead will be accessible through the following
platforms:PC/MacIOSAndroidWindows Phones/Tablets
InspirationInspiration for Plan Ahead comes from many
facets:Mario PartyPhone StoryWarioWareWii PartySonic Shuffle
Game componentsThe components of the game will change with each
mini-game that is encountered (example mini-games can be viewed
later in the presentation).Although the components will change, the
user will have three topics to choose from for their collection of
mini-games: Game Design Document, Level Layouts and Prototyping.The
user can switch between any of the three topics at anytime.
Leveling SystemAlthough the game will consist of various
mini-games, the mini-games are used to help the player level
up.Plan Ahead will have three different player levels included for
each player, one for each of the three sections of the
pre-production phase of game development.Completing games in one
section (such as Prototyping) will not count towards the players
level in the other two sections (Game Design Document and Level
Layouts).
Game strategiesEach mini-game will be timed.The player will have
60 seconds to complete the tasks included in each
mini-game.Mini-games will consist of two different types of
objectives- Complete the overall task- Score as many points as
possible within the time limit
The player must complete the task assigned to them (pass/fail
scenarios).If the player completes the task, they will be given a
set number of points towards leveling up.If the player fails to
complete the task, they will receive no points.The player must
accrue as points as possible in the mini-game.Accrue points
mini-games will not be pass/fail scenarios.The player will keep the
points earned in the mini-game to help them level up in one of the
three sections.Game objectivesComplete the taskAccrue points
Level 1 100 points neededLevel 2 200 points neededLevel 3 300
points neededLevel 4 400 points neededLevel 5 500 points
neededLevel 6 600 points neededLevel 7 700 points neededLevel 8 800
points neededLevel 9 900 points neededLevel 10 1000 points
neededLeveling upPoints reset at each level.Each section will house
their own level.Complete the task mini-games will give the player
50 points for completion.Accrue points mini-games will give the
player the amount of points that was earned in the game.
Goals of the mini-gamesOne goal of Plan Ahead is to help the
player practice the three sections of the pre-production phase of
game development.Another goal of Plan Ahead is to reach the maximum
level for each of the three sections of the pre-production phase of
game development (level 10).The mini-games will consist of
information that derives directly from the topics covered in the
training module.
MotivationOne motivation for Plan Ahead will be to test the
players knowledge of the pre-production phase before implementing
the information into their creation.Another motivation (the main
motivation) for Plan Ahead is for the rewards included for leveling
up in each of the three sections.Another motivation for Plan Ahead
is to compare your accomplishments with other players.
RewardsRewards for Plan Ahead will be earned for reaching a new
level in one of the three sections.Rewards earned by the player
will consist of two types: badges and usable rewards.Badges earned
can be displayed on social media outlets to show off the players
accomplishments.
Usable rewardsUsable rewards will consist of downloadable
content to help the player with the production of their own game
creations.Rewards for the Game Design Document (GDD) section will
be example GDDs that the player can use as a reference.Rewards for
the Level Layout section will be icons and images that the player
can use in their own level layouts.Rewards for the Prototype
section will consist of templates and example code that the player
can use to help bring their game to life.
One GDD category will be identified at the beginning of the
game.Various subjects will appear, or flash, on the screen.The
player must click, or tap, the subjects that belong in the
category.5 points will be awarded for correct answers, 2 points
will be deducted for incorrect answers.Mini-game exampleFlash Terms
(Points Accrue)Game ProgressionGameplay &
MechanicsPointsTime4514
Two GDD categories will be identified at the beginning of the
game.Subject matters will drop and the player must pick the correct
category.Subject matters will drop at an increasing speed
throughout the game.5 points will be awarded for correct answers. 2
points will be deducted for incorrect answers.Mini-game
exampleSorting Categories (Points Accrue)
The player will be given a set number of features that they must
properly identify on the level layout.The player must click or tap
on the correct feature, such as player path.Points will not be
individually rewarded for correct answers.The player must identify
all features listed to earn points from the mini-game.Mini-game
exampleThink Fast (Complete Task)
PointsTime4514
The player will be given an example prototype area.The player
will be tasked with adding correct features to the area, by
clicking or tapping on the correct object from the right
pane.Points will not be individually rewarded for correct
answers.The player must identify all features listed to earn points
from the mini-game.Mini-game examplePrototype This! (Complete
Task)
PointsTime4514
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