Weekly Development Blog: Adding Challenging Game Mechanics

 

Weekly Development Blog: Adding Challenging Game Mechanics

This week, I focused on elevating the difficulty of my game to create a more engaging and dynamic experience for players. By introducing new interactive elements into the levels, I aimed to push the limits of the player's timing, strategy, and reflexes. Here's a summary of what I worked on:

New Features Added:

1. Tilting Planes:

   • I implemented tilting platforms that dynamically shift their angle when the player steps on them.

   • This feature requires the player to maintain balance and adjust their movement carefully while navigating these unstable surfaces.

   • The tilting mechanism uses physics-based calculations to create a realistic and challenging experience.

2. Disappearing and Reappearing Planes:

   • Platforms that vanish for a few seconds before reappearing, introducing a time-based challenge.

   • Players need to observe the rhythm of these planes and time their jumps accurately to avoid falling.

   • I ensured the platforms restore consistently, giving players an opportunity to strategize their movements.

3. Floating Planes:

   • I added platforms that float in mid-air and move along preset paths, such as horizontal or vertical trajectories.

   • These planes provide a dynamic element, requiring precise timing and anticipation as players jump between moving surfaces.

   • The motion paths were fine-tuned to ensure they are challenging but achievable, adding a layer of excitement without frustration.

Gameplay Benefits:

• These new mechanics make the game environment more unpredictable and engaging.

• Players are encouraged to think critically and adapt quickly to changing scenarios, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

• The added variety ensures that each level feels fresh and keeps players invested in progressing further.