Gameplay
Developed "Dead Drive: Survival Dash," a side-scrolling car platformer game.
Players navigate a car through various obstacles, including randomly moving zombies and other objects, to reach the finish line.
Game Mechanics
Car Physics
Game Loop Cycle
Achievements
Google Play Services
Challenges
Time Constraints: Developing realistic physics-based mechanics was time-consuming and often led to delays.
Technical Issues with Social Media Integration: Encountered significant challenges integrating social media features due to external dependencies and technical limitations.
Scene Management Difficulties: Managing communication and coordination between various game managers was problematic, leading to bugs and inconsistencies.
Scope Creep: Enthusiasm for adding features often expanded the project scope, impacting the focus on core mechanics and final product quality.
Learning Outcomes
Complexity of Physics-Based Mechanics: Realistic car movement required a deep understanding of physics, balancing forces like friction, acceleration, and gravity.
Scene Management Insights: Coordinating multiple managers for physics, graphics, and user input highlighted the importance of modularity and clear communication.
Social Media Integration: Implemented achievements and account connections using the Google Play Services SDK.