Project Quebic
My Role
Game Producer & Project Manager
Team
Xodic Studio (Team of 8)
Duration
1 year
Completed
September 2024
Awards & Recognition
- Best Narrative - BU Game On (University Game Showcase)
- Best Art Direction - BU Game On Expo (University Game Showcase)
Project Overview
Project Quebic is a 2D Metroidvania platformer set in an alternate, steampunk-infused Victorian London. Players navigate a richly detailed world of industrial marvels and social disparity, employing fluid traversal mechanics and a unique time manipulation ability.
Overview
Led a team of 8 student developers to create a 2D adventure game set in an alternate-history Victorian London. The game features fluid parkour mechanics, time manipulation abilities, and strategic combat, all wrapped in a distinctive steampunk aesthetic. Over one year, we delivered a playable demo that won Best Narrative and Best Art Direction at our university's game showcase.
Role: Producer and Project Manager
- Directed project planning and execution, managing timelines and milestones for a cross-disciplinary team.
- Coordinated programmers, artists, and designers, assigning tasks based on strengths and project needs.
- Established production pipelines and communication protocols to align creative and technical efforts.
- Oversaw the integration of gameplay, art, and sound into a cohesive player experience.
Key Contributions
- Guided the team through design challenges, defining core gameplay pillars to prevent feature creep.
- Managed resource constraints by prioritizing essential features and adjusting scope as needed.
- Facilitated art direction, ensuring the steampunk visual identity enhanced the game's atmosphere.
- Guided the development of time manipulation features, balancing them for puzzles and combat.
Achievements
- Delivered a polished demo on , showcasing team synergy.
- Secured two university awards, validating production quality and vision.
- Built a collaborative team dynamic despite initial interdisciplinary hurdles.
Skills Demonstrated
- Project Management: Orchestrated a year-long development cycle with clear milestones.
- Leadership: Unified a diverse team to meet creative and technical goals.
- Problem-Solving: Navigated production challenges with strategic solutions.
- Communication: Bridged gaps between departments for seamless collaboration.
Reflection
Project Quebic taught me how to balance ambitious ideas with realistic constraints, adapt to challenges, and lead a diverse team. These experiences have equipped me to manage complex projects and deliver results in a professional setting.