The worst Hero ever

The worst Hero

The hero no one asked for, in a character creator, containing the least epic armor. At least he looks stylish.

Overview

Role
Game Development
2D Design

Genre
Character Creator

Engine
Unity

Tools
Photoshop

Team Size: 1

Duration
2017
2 weeks

Platform
PC

Background

This is a satirical character creator that pokes fun at the tropes commonly seen in video games. It highlights the impracticality of overly revealing, “sexy” outfits often worn by heroes, as well as the extravagantly branded costumes that are monetized through premium purchases. The project humorously critiques these industry trends.

Goals

The primary objective was to create the most outrageous and humorous character creator possible, all within a limited time frame. This involved focusing on exaggerated features and comedic elements while maintaining efficiency and delivering a polished, engaging experience.

Challenges

I have to develope a comprehensive and functional character creation system featuring unique, absurd, and engaging customization options, all within strict project deadlines.

Roles and Responsibilities

Development

As part of the Unity project, I handled the importing and optimization of all assets. This involved ensuring seamless integration into the Unity engine while maintaining compatibility, performance efficiency, and visual quality across platforms.

2D Design

I created detailed 2D assets, including both the icons and the corresponding clothing items, ensuring they aligned with the game’s unique style. Given the tight timeframe, the exaggerated and humorous theme was leveraged to streamline the design process while maintaining high visual impact and player engagement.

Key Takeaways

Double Standards

Research on character creators reveals intriguing double standards in gender representation. I have encountered similar patterns in my work as a 3D artist, where design choices often reflect societal biases and expectations.

Achievements

Vertical Slice

By strategically prioritizing functionality and efficiency, I successfully delivered the vertical slice of this project within a tight timeline, ensuring a solid foundation while maintaining high-quality results.