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    Game Designer, Systems Designer                                           January 2024-Present 

    Team of 3                             Warcraft 3 Mod

Pokemon RPG Early Generations

Link to Discord where you can contact me and download the game!
Overview

Pokémon RPG early Generations  is a comprehensive multiplayer online RPG mod for Warcraft 3, developed with a small but dedicated team of four. My role as the systems designer was at the heart of this project, focusing on designing and implementing the core gameplay systems, mechanics, and overall structure of the game.

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Working alongside a level designer/artist/secondary developer, an employer providing leadership approval, and a programmer responsible for the save system, I took on nearly every other aspect of the project. This included designing Pokémon abilities, combat mechanics, class systems, and the overall progression structure.

The game is a reimagining and expansion of Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal, featuring:

  • Over 250 Pokémon and 200 moves recreated within the Warcraft 3 engine.

  • MOBA-inspired combat mechanics, providing engaging and dynamic battles.

  • 20+ hours of playable content, covering the entire Johto and Kanto campaigns.

  • Raid content where players can team up to defeat challenging bosses.

  • 15+ classes, allowing players to specialize in certain Pokémon types and gameplay styles.

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Balancing nostalgia with innovative mechanics was essential to the experience. I meticulously structured the gameplay to provide a blend of familiarity and fresh excitement for players, all while ensuring scalability and replayability through the class and raid systems. My approach emphasized strong communication and systems thinking, ensuring each element of the game contributed meaningfully to the overall vision.

Skills Honed
Systems Design
Balancing
User Experience
Content Integration
Communication
Combat Design
Multiplayer Design
Gameplay Adaption
Character Design
Scripting
Project Management
Community Management
Accomplishments

  • Designed and balanced over 250 Pokemon and 200 Abilities and integrated them into a real time environment.

  • Collaborated with a team of four to ensure smooth workflow across all pipelines, skillfully balancing the employer’s requirements with prioritizing the player experience.

  • Crafted a compelling difficulty curve that steadily escalates as players progress through the game, maintaining tension and excitement throughout the 20+ hours of single-player campaign content.

  • Guided new players and optimized the first-time user experience, ensuring clarity and accessibility despite the game's numerous branching paths.

  • Designed and implemented 15+ engaging class-specific quests to enhance replayability and enrich the game's existing content.

  • Designed and implemented 6+ challenging raid boss battles that demand teamwork and strategic planning from multiplayer players.

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