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SeedVenture
My Role: Game Art, Narrative Design, Concept Design
Play the Game: SeedVenture by ZEKA_G, Huang417, DingWanRen, yichi886 (itch.io)
SeedVentue is a 2D platformer built in a short time. Our goal is to provide a deeply satisfying and immersive gaming experience that pays homage to classic adventure platformers. At the core of the game is a rich world where players can delve into the profound concept of Roots. As you travel through different levels and meet different tribes, you will uncover the extraordinary journey of human existence - birth, growth, exploration, and ultimately return to the origin.
Game Theme
Seedventure revolves around the philosophy of “Roots” mentioned above. The protagonist of the game was born into a powerful tribe. When he grew up, he understood his roots and the wisdom of the tribe, but he was curious about the outside world and wanted to explore and learn new knowledge and magic. Through simple and easy-to-use operations, players will experience his journey, which is also the beginning of a rooted life.
Game Narrative
Our main character, born into the illustrious Red Turnip Tribe, hailed from a lineage steeped in ancient history, wisdom, and the crimson glow of magic. Raised in an environment rich in knowledge and tradition, she cherished her 'roots,' embracing the profound wisdom passed down through generations. Yet, within her, a yearning stirred—a thirst for exploration, a hunger for foreign ideas and uncharted magic.
As an adult, she ventured beyond her tribal confines, discovering the wonders and knowledge that spanned the vast Plant Empire. Her insatiable curiosity led her down a path of transformation, marked by a growing disconnect from her tribe's conservative beliefs. She clandestinely delved into the secrets of other magics, mastering the enigmatic 'blue' magic, forsaking her cherished 'red' roots.
Driven by the pursuit of freedom and the relentless pursuit of knowledge, she boldly severed her ties to her past and embarked on a journey to forge her destiny. From the ashes of tradition, she established a new tribe, one ablaze with the fusion of 'red' and 'blue,' giving birth to 'purple' magic in a fresh realm.
But does her tale end here? Many years later, a curious yellow turnip brushes against the plant imbued with other magics, igniting a new journey of discovery and growth. For him, the story has just begun—an unwritten chapter, a new set of 'roots,' and a world brimming with possibilities."
Game Play
We've kept the classic and familiar controls for movement, jumping, and combat in our 2D platformer adventure. Players are challenged to defeat three levels of enemies to achieve victory. On this basis, to make the game narrative more full, we have added more personalized mechanical concepts.
Magic Attacks: Drawing inspiration from the game’s thematic elements, we’ve woven a tapestry of red and blue magic.
Attacks of the same color won't damage your enemies, but they can knock them up and cause knockback. Attacks of different colors can damage the enemy and achieve the purpose of defeating the enemy. So to defeat enemies, players need to strategically switch between red and blue magic attacks.
Territory occupation: Echoing the concept of tribes with different "root" cultures in the narrative, the player's clearance is a kind of cultural occupation.
The light waves generated by magic attacks will dye the ground into the corresponding color. Therefore, players will see traces of their occupation along the path they take. When players complete a level, they see how the world has changed. The map's accessories change hues, marking players' territory with bright colors.
Game Aesthetic
In order to echo the narrative design, SeedVenture adopts bright fairy tale colors and cute character design aesthetics throughout the whole game.
Character Design
Scenery Design
Ending Scene
Finally, we'd like to say...
SeedVenture began as a simple 2D platformer, crafted with a singular goal in mind: to offer players instant gratification and relaxation. Yet, as game developers and international students, we've embarked on our journey of discovery, leaving one culture and immersing ourselves in another. It's an odyssey that has shaped the very essence of SeedVenture—a philosophy of 'roots.' Our personal experiences and cultural explorations are seamlessly woven into the game's worldview and narrative.
With future modifications and improvements, our goal is clear: to amplify the emotional and philosophical resonance of the game. We hope to offer our players a glimpse into the profound interplay of cultures and the ever-evolving journey of self-discovery.