Production of universal game mechanics
To kick off this series, I'd like to invite you to an exclusive lecture originally given at Digital Dragons Academy. The lecture delves into a game development concept that has significantly impacted our work: universal game mechanics. I apologize that the lecture is available only in Polish, and hope to provide translations in the future.
Breaking down video games into prime factors, you can easily notice that most of them use the same mechanics - from the technical side, they differ only in their configuration, enriched with graphic and plot elements. Creating universal mechanics that can be freely combined, modified, and developed significantly speeds up the pace of production and reduces the number of errors.
In the lecture, we'll discuss the development of this type of universal tool and its use in the production of games like Realpolitiks II, Punk Wars, Superheroes Academy, VIRUS The Outbreak, and Dark Moon. It's a unique opportunity to understand how these games were shaped by the GS-AIM system.
About Digital Dragons Academy
Digital Dragons Academy is a prestigious platform where mentors, experienced industry specialists, share their expertise. Classes are held in the form of free webinars or stationary meetings (Kraków, Katowice, Warsaw, Wrocław), and they usually take place on Saturday mornings. The Academy is known for its commitment and support from industry leaders like CD PROJEKT RED, Epic Games, Techland, and many others.
Participation in the Academy isn't just about knowledge; it's also a fantastic opportunity to build industry contacts and explore gamedev job opportunities. Check out the Career tab for the latest job listings from the Academy's partners, and during classes, you can connect with recruiters to discuss job openings and even get expert advice on your CV.
Behind the Pixels
I invite you to join me on this exciting journey. Follow "Behind the Pixels" for a behind-the-scenes look at the world of game production. Whether you're an industry veteran, an aspiring developer, a dedicated gamer, or simply a fan of the craft, there's something here for everyone.
Stay tuned for our next post in the series, where we'll kick things off with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of one of our most exciting ongoing projects.
Thank you for being part of this thrilling adventure. I can't wait to share this virtual space with you and look forward to our discussions, insights, and discoveries in the coming posts.
Let's embark on this journey "Behind the Pixels" together!
Warm regards,
Mateusz Hyla
