3D Game Idea

Blog 2: Game Idea

Initial Game Concept:
I think a fun initial idea of a simple 3D game would consist of someone kicking a soccer ball, and avoiding the other teams feet to get through and score a goal.  Could control the ball with the arrow keys and could add a sort of heaviness to the ball making it difficult to get through the feet.  This game would take a lot of effort to work out the gravity of the ball.  This could simulate the curve that players put on the ball.

Mission Statement:
The statement would be to make a fun game that relates to a realistic aspect of the sport.  Soccer players would appreciate the fact that this is not a game that is clearly made by a non-soccer player.  The goal would be to score a goal by getting past the defenders and the goalie.

Basic Gameplay Elements:
The ball will have a strong heaviness that makes it very difficult for it to change directions, adding difficulty to the game.  Also, after getting through a few defenders, the speed of the ball could increase, forcing you to make quicker decisions. 

Must Haves:
The hit boxes of the ball and the opposition must be precise, there is nothing worse than playing a game with sketchy hit boxes.  Also, the graphics of the ball and the field must look realistic with good looking textures.

Nice to Haves:
Being able to customize your player, his jersey and the ball you use would be a really cool aspect to the game.  Maybe add some different difficulties so it is not too hard or too easy for anyone.

Week 1 Post

Game Dev Roles on a Team: Associate Game Designer for EA

The Job:

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/associate-game-designer-contract-at-electronic-arts-ea-751222871

Description:

Would be responsible for the gameplay of EA games.  Make sure the game is balanced and would create different gameplay and game modes for the specific game, creating variety.  Create the vision that the game director has. Innovate designs that would make the game a better game.  Make gameplay clear.  Help make the game different than the previous ones.

Qualifications:  

I will soon have the bachelors degree necessary for this role.  I will need the 2+ years experience in the industry, which is something I will need to work on.  Passion and knowledge of sports which I do have. I believe that my communication skills are a work in progress, I am reserved when I do not know someone and generally only talk when I have to. 

Skills I Possess:

Declaring my Game Design major late in my Sophomore year, I am a little behind those who did start off as majors when the first became students here.  Also, kids have been designing games since early high school which unfortunately, I can not say the same for me.  However, my lack of expertise and knowledge in the digital design process, I believe I make up for in the ability to visualize balance and logic in games. Wanting to design and help process sports games, I believe that my knowledge and love for sports comes as an advantage I have to others.  I also may pick up a minor in writing.  This will help develop my writing and ability to put mine, as well as others thoughts into words.  

Thoughts About this Job Opportunity:

This job would honestly be a dream come true.  I have been playing FIFA since before I could walk and have watched it change and get better year after year.  However, I would love to put my touch on things, because there are animations in the game that I have not seen anyone in my 20 years of watching and playing soccer, perform.