Game Design Studio: Frost

This subject explores the climatic theme of frostpunk – conceptually, metaphorically, structurally, and technologically – through a set of parameters (the brief). The technical focus will be on level design within the game environment, including mechanics and interface, implicit to the theme. Students will be introduced to the theory and design fundamentals of level design. Design challenges will involve exploring the aesthetics and atmospherics of climate. These include examining ecological dystopia, retrofuturism, survival and adaptation; exploring spatial qualities such as openness and scarcity; developing technical and creative skills in level design, narrative design, mechanics and art direction. Assignments align with industry norms for game development including game design documentation, game builds and pitch materials. Lectures, workshops, and online modules will introduce students to design theories, design techniques and digital tools related to the design challenge(s). Students will extend their learning of contemporary digital tools, including Unreal Engine and visual scripting though Blueprints. Prescribed software programs with no cost: Unreal Engine Details of software availability and pricing are captured at: https://msd.unimelb.edu.au/current-students/student-experience/it-support A laptop with suggested faculty specifications is recommended. Further information can be found at https://msd.unimelb.edu.au/abp-specialist-it-support .

实践游戏设计，探索冰雪主题。

• 1Understand, interrogate and work to a design brief.
• 2Convey the development, research and realisation of a game design, and reflect on the outcome.
• 3Confidently engage with and contribute to a design studio culture and its working methodology.
• 4Communicate a game design proposal in a public setting, and to respond constructively to critical interrogation and review.
• 5Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between level design and mechanics, and how game design creates unique player experiences.
• 6Design experimentally using contemporary digital tools.
• 7Develop an understanding of the ethical and environmental responsibilities of digital game design practice.