Game concept and planning
Establishing a solid foundation through careful planning and conceptualization is crucial before diving into game development. This section focuses on defining your game idea, scope, and development milestones. We’ll discuss creating vital design documents, storyboards, and selecting the game genre and target platform.
We will introduce the core concept of our 2D platformer game, outlining its main objectives and mechanics. Then, we’ll cover the planning phase, including creating a simple game design document and sketching out initial level designs. These steps provide a clear vision and structured approach to bring our game concept to life.
Conceptualizing your game idea
Embarking on game development begins with a major first step: conceptualizing your game idea. This process involves brainstorming and solidifying the initial concept, focusing on creating a clear and compelling vision for your game. A strong game concept includes choosing...