Kristala
Please note: The content I've made for Kristala is still underdevelopment, so most of it I can't share yet. If you want to see my work on Kristala or discuss it in more detail, please contact me.
Engine: Unreal 5.5
Genre: 3rd Person Soulslike ARPG
Team size: 30-40
What did I do?: I blocked out & scripted critical path content for Kristala's chapter 3 update. I created an intricately interwoven level that rewards exploration and curiosity while also telling a dark & mysterious story.
The Design of a Kristala POI: Kota Fishing Camp
Stealth Route
Traversal
Route
Combat
Route
Kristala supports a variety of playstyles, so it's important that encounters present fun opportunities for aggressive and cautious players
Combat Route
Stealth Route
Traversal Route
The aggressive route is well lit, cautious routes are in the shadows
These lights draw attention to the traversal route
The geometry frames & contrasts the tightrope for observant players
The light draws the player's attention to the traversal beam
Loot motivates players to reach the overlook
The "Traversal Rag" is a piece of design language that encourages players to jump here.
The form of these railings communicate to players that this jump is unreachable
The form of the railings & the item pickup positions players for a poleswing into aerial assination against an elite enemy.
It's a cool moment and helpful critical strike on a dangerous enemy for players who pick up on design language
The POI provides opportunities for players to switch up their playstyles on the fly. Traversal players can setup stealth ambushes while combat players can find a path up into the traversal route.
Upon clearing the building at the center of the camp of kota and investigating the second floor, players are rewarded with a unique Crystal Greatsword. The unique item in a well defended location suggests that the player has completed this POI.
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Because Kristala is still under development, I can't share my most exciting work yet. Please contact me if you want to learn more!