Introduction:
"Everywhere" is an upcoming game developed by Build A Rocket Boy, an innovative gaming studio known for pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment. Set in a vast and dynamic open world, "Everywhere" promises to deliver a groundbreaking experience that blurs the lines between reality and imagination. As a Senior and Principal 3D Generalist at Netease Games, Guangzhou, China, I had the privilege of contributing to this ambitious project across both the Realistic and Stylized teams.
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Game Overview:
In "Everywhere," players are invited to explore a sprawling virtual universe teeming with life, diversity, and endless possibilities. From bustling cityscapes to serene natural landscapes, every corner of the game world is meticulously crafted to immerse players in a rich tapestry of sights, sounds, and stories. With a focus on player agency and emergent gameplay, "Everywhere" offers a sandbox experience where players can shape their own destinies and forge meaningful connections with the world and its inhabitants.
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Pipeline Overview:
The game design pipeline for "Everywhere" is a collaborative and iterative process that involves multiple disciplines working together to bring the game world to life. As a Senior and Principal 3D Generalist, my role encompassed various aspects of asset creation, optimization, and implementation within the Unreal Engine.
1. Environment Design:
- Collaborating with the art direction team to conceptualize and create immersive environments that evoke a sense of wonder and discovery.
- Leveraging my expertise in terrain sculpting, texture painting, and asset placement to craft realistic and stylized landscapes that enhance the player experience. - Implementing level of detail (LOD) and collision meshes to
optimize performance without sacrificing visual fidelity.
2. Prop and Asset Creation:
- Designing and modeling a diverse range of props, objects, and structures to populate the game world and add depth to the environment.
- Texturing assets using a combination of hand-painted textures and procedural materials to achieve a balance of realism and stylization.
- Collaborating with the animation and rigging teams to ensure seamless integration of props and assets into the game world.
3. Character and Vehicle Design:
- Creating and animating memorable characters and vehicles that reflect the unique aesthetic and tone of the game.
- Developing high-quality character models, rigging them for animation, and implementing them within Unreal Engine to bring them to life.
- Iterating on designs based on feedback from the art direction team and playtesting sessions to ensure a cohesive visual identity and engaging player experience.
4. Unreal Engine Implementation:
- Utilizing Unreal Engine's powerful tools and features to import, organize, and optimize assets for use in the game.
- Fine-tuning materials, shaders, and lighting settings to achieve the desired visual style and atmosphere.
- Collaborating with programmers and designers to implement gameplay mechanics, interactions, and scripted events within the game world.
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Overall, my contributions to "Everywhere" as a Senior and Principal 3D Generalist were instrumental in realizing the creative vision of the development team and creating a captivating and immersive gaming experience for players around the world.
