Indie Game Launch: Community Building, Business Development, and Audience Growth

Objective of the Project This project focuses on preparing for a successful game launch in 2025 by: Setting up and promoting the Steam page (or similar platforms) to grow the wishlist and preparing for platform expansion (e.g., Xbox, Apple). Supporting administrative activities with key partners to ensure readiness for support and distribution. Building a strong community through outreach and engagement campaigns. Growing the audience for associated e-learning activities. Tasks and Activities Students Will Engage In Steam Page Setup and Platform Readiness Create and optimize a professional Steam page, including visuals, descriptions, and tags. Develop and execute wishlist growth campaigns and pre-launch updates. Research and prepare documentation for launching on Xbox, Apple, and other platforms. Administrative Support for Key Partners and Fundraising Organize and manage communications with key partners like Xbox and Apple. Document meetings, timelines, and follow-ups to ensure smooth collaboration Support management with admin tasks project management and fundraising activities Community Outreach and Building Launch and manage community hubs (e.g., Discord, Reddit) with onboarding resources. Plan and execute community events like live Q&As and polls. Create and implement a social media content calendar. Audience Growth for E-Learning Activities Design promotional campaigns and audience growth for e-learning initiatives. Stakeholder Reporting and Presentation Summarize project progress in Steam setup, wishlist campaigns, community growth, and partner support. Provide a roadmap for sustaining engagement and scaling e-learning activities.

Art Development for Puzzle Game

Develop polished 2D art assets, including characters, environment props, and UI elements, maintaining consistency with the game’s aesthetic. Create fluid character animations for movements, interactions, and cutscenes, while animating background elements to enhance immersion. Ensure seamless integration of all assets into Unity, aligning with gameplay and narrative.

Preference Matching Browser Plugin

The main objective of this project is to develop a browser plugin that enhances user experience by allowing users to be notified when specific webpage elements match their predefined criteria. This project will include a companion webpage to allow users to register, sign in, and modify their preferences. Key Tasks and Activities: User Account Integration: Create a secure user registration and login system to manage personalized preferences. Preference Input and Storage: Develop functionality to allow users to input and store their preferences. Browser Plugin Development: Develop and test the browser plugin to ensure compatibility with major browsers. Webpage Development: Create a webpage where users can register, log in, and manage their preferences. Testing and Debugging: Conduct extensive testing across browsers and web pages to ensure stability and accuracy. Documentation: Prepare detailed user and technical documentation to guide users and developers.

Finalizing Video Game Development for Narrative Puzzle Game

Tasks and Activities for Students: 2D Art Creation and Animation: Assist in designing and refining visually appealing 2D art assets for characters, environments, and UI elements. Animate character movements, environmental interactions, and narrative sequences to enhance player immersion. Collaborate with the art and design teams to ensure consistency in visual style across all game elements. Coding and Development: Contribute to the optimization of gameplay mechanics, including implementing and refining the rock-paper-scissors puzzle logic. Debug existing code to ensure smooth performance across various platforms. Integrate art assets into Unity, ensuring alignment with gameplay and narrative objectives. Assist in building and testing UI/UX features to enhance player accessibility and engagement. Deliverables Needed to Achieve the Project Goal: Art and Animation Deliverables: A set of 2D art assets, including characters, environmental elements, and UI components. Animated sequences for key gameplay and narrative events. Coding and Development Deliverables: An optimized version of Journey to Amma ready for final testing and release. Implement game mechanics that provide a smooth, intuitive player experience. Finalized UI/UX features, including practical tutorials, polished controls, and accessible navigation. Through this collaboration, students will gain hands-on experience working in a professional game development environment, learning to solve real-world problems, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute meaningfully to the launch of an indie game.