Mark: 82/100 (First)
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What you’ve done well
Your research is outstanding, and your approach to applying class materials to your game is excellent. The inclusion of primary research, such as the survey with florists, adds depth to your project. Your mockups and character design demonstrate a clear understanding of the game’s aesthetic. Evergreen Grove is an excellent game idea with a solid foundation.
Areas to improve
While your research and design are impressive, you should focus more on integrating your research with the outcomes. Your choice of pixel art needs further justification, and more user testing would benefit the overall design. Connecting your art with the narrative more explicitly will help clarify the overall vision.
How to improve
- Consider conducting more in-depth user testing, such as a peer review of your mock-ups and art.
- Cross-referencing your mood boards with the environmental designs and integrating them into the gameplay mock-ups would create a more cohesive design.
- Justifying your choice of pixel art and explaining how it relates to the narrative and tone of the game would add critical depth.
- I also suggest researching the cosy games genre further, particularly with regards to market trends, to contextualize your design choices.
- Finally, exploring the UI design process more deeply will ensure that your game’s user experience aligns with the visual design.
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