GUILLEM ALQUEZA

Description

This project was focused on creating an RPG game with a team composed of both technical and artistic members.
The game was developed using SDL, C++, Box2D and Tiled.

Contributions

As the Lead Programmer of the project, I was responsible for managing the technical tasks and also contributed as a Game Designer, handling key design elements of the game.

Created a turn-based combat system with pathfinding, featuring various weapon types including melee, ranged, and abilities for diverse tactical gameplay.

Creation and implementation of a C++ Cutscene Player using FFmpeg, handling video and audio decoding, playback, and format compatibility.

Developed an interactive cutscene that allows players to choose multiple characters.

Designed and programmed various types of puzzles.

Experience Gained

Gained valuable experience working in a team of 18 people with diverse roles, including programmers, artists, and designers, improving communication and collaboration across disciplines.

Created a Game Design Document that served as a blueprint for the game, outlining gameplay mechanics, narrative structure, character designs, art style, and level layouts.

Developed a detailed Technical Design Document that specified the technical architecture, coding standards, and tools to be used, ensuring all team members followed consistent practices and facilitating effective debugging and testing.

Gained hands-on experience with FFmpeg for video playback, learning to handle video and audio decoding, which deepened my understanding of multimedia integration in C++ game development.

Improved problem-solving and debugging techniques to optimize gameplay and overall performance.