design Intentions
BIOMORPH
BIOMORPH
Type of game : BIOMORPH is a 2D metroidvania game where the player takes on the form of the monsters they defeat using their biomorph ability.
Plot : Fight terrifying monsters and steal their shape and powers! Solve ingenious puzzles and navigate a stunning 2D world. Meet quirky characters, rebuild a city, and uncover the secrets of a sprawling, fallen civilization… and of your own mysterious origins.
I was also involved in the Level Design.
Constraints
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Tool: The project had to be developed using Unity.
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Game Type: 2D game.
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Characters: A main character capable of taking on multiple forms through the power of biomorphing. Over 20 different forms could be used throughout the world.
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Mechanics Introduction: Each zone featured its own unique monsters, ingredients, NPCs, secrets, and bosses.
tasks during production
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Designed and created over 20 unique monsters, each offering varied and evolving gameplay. Took into account that the player could use them once biomorphed.
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Designed all ingredients, weapons, and mementos available in the game.
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Created and balanced boss fights, adapted to each zone’s mechanics and atmosphere.
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Co-developed narrative quests with the writer to ensure consistency with both the game world and gameplay. Integrated quests directly into Unity.
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Collaborated with the level designer to ensure that ingredients and monsters were engaging to discover and use in each zone.
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Developed the town reconstruction system, closely tied to the NPCs encountered throughout the game.
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Coordinated with multiple departments (art, animation, programming, audio, music, etc.) to clearly communicate the design vision for each area.