Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of 2D Game design and development.

Use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of existing 2D games, gameplay and aesthetics.

Compare and evaluate different approaches of applicable art styles and game engines systems to create interesting game mechanics.

Apply techniques and concepts to create functional and aesthetic designs using a mix of art and engine development.

Implemented game design mechanics using UE5's PaperZD plugin to drive the gameplay.

Created a short level using 'Metroidvania' style level design to have the player loop back around on themselves and unlock new paths with their abilities.

Created a series of enemies to deigned to introduce and test the players understanding of the gameplay mechanics.

Implemented an ability system where the player has a time limit to utilise elemental energy found in the environment.

Created a series of meta sounds by tweaking variables and existing audio assets to add 'juiciness' to the gameplay.

Created a camera system which dynamically adjusts to the environment based on constrain boxes and features multiple setting to alter how the camera functions.

Created a room based system where checkpoints, enemy respawns, and items all reset back to default when the player progresses to other areas.

Utilised a custom game manager which oversaw the main gameplay functions such as respawning and enemy spawns.

Created a series of components which allow for modularity in functionality such as health and armour.

Utilised interfaces to allow actors to interact with each other without creating unnecessary dependencies.