Feelings Game is a multiplayer online quiz-style game. Players answer tricky questions about their relationships and win various bonuses. The game features multiple difficulty levels.
Objectives of the project
Develop an engaging and educational game called Feelings Game that promotes the development of emotional intelligence in players and helps them manage their emotions. Achieving this goal involves choosing suitable gameplay mechanics, creating interesting levels and tasks, designing attractive visuals and sound, as well as defining a monetization model and conducting marketing activities for game distribution.
Task
Develop an original multiplayer gaming concept for Android/iOS with in-app purchases that combines entertainment and education, helping players develop emotional intelligence and gain a better understanding of and control over their emotions.
Stages and Technical Specification
Step 1: Game Concept
1.1 Define the target audience: Identify the target audience for Feelings Game. It could be children, teenagers, adults, or a combination of different age groups. Defining the target audience will help focus game development on their needs and interests.
1.2 Determine gameplay mechanics: Develop unique gameplay mechanics that contribute to the players’ emotional intelligence development. For example, the game may include tasks, puzzles, questions, and interactive scenes that require recognizing and expressing various emotions.
1.3 Create story and characters: Craft an engaging storyline that connects game levels and tasks. Design characters that are appealing and memorable to players.
Step 2: Gameplay and Design
2.1 Level and task development: Create diverse levels and tasks that help players understand and manage their emotions. Levels can be structured as platformers, puzzles, quests, or other interactive formats.
2.2 Interface and graphics design: Develop an attractive and intuitive user interface for the game. Create colorful and expressive graphical elements that convey emotional states and the game’s atmosphere.
2.3 Sound design: Create sound effects and background music that align with the emotional atmosphere of the game. This may include voiceovers and instructions to immerse players in the gaming experience and enhance emotional perception.
Step 3: Testing and Optimization
3.1 Beta testing: Conduct beta testing of the game among a limited group of players. Collect and analyze feedback and gameplay data to identify potential issues and improve gameplay and user experience.
3.2 Optimization and polishing: Based on the results of beta testing, optimize the game, fix bugs, improve the interface and gameplay, and make adjustments according to player feedback. Ensure smooth operation of the game on different devices and platforms.
Step 4: Monetization and Distribution
4.1 Monetization model: Determine the monetization model for Feelings Game. It could be a free game with in-app purchases, an ad-supported model, or a paid download with additional content or features.
4.2 Marketing and distribution: Develop a marketing strategy to attract players. This may include promoting the game through social media, online advertising, affiliate programs, and participating in gaming events and conferences. Identify optimal platforms for game distribution, such as mobile devices, gaming platforms, or online stores.
4.3 Support and updates: Provide player support by addressing their questions and providing updates and new content for the game. Regularly release bug fixes and add new features to maintain player interest and satisfaction.
The Results
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The development of Feelings Game requires careful planning, testing, and optimization. Key steps involve defining the target audience, creating engaging gameplay, designing attractive visuals and sound, and monetizing and distributing the game.
An original multiplayer gaming concept was developed for Android/iOS with in-app purchases, combining entertainment and education to help players develop emotional intelligence and better understand and manage their feelings.
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Attractive design and gameplay: Colorful and expressive graphical elements, interface, and characters were created to immerse players in the game world and convey emotions.
The gameplay includes diverse levels, tasks, and mechanics that contribute to the development of emotional intelligence.
Technologies used: React Native, Figma, PHP.
