Day 1: Initial Concept and Planning

• Goal: Develop an exciting game for the A22 platform that balances performance with rich gameplay.
• Concept: A fast-paced action-adventure game with puzzle-solving elements.
• Game Engine: Decided to use Unity for its compatibility with A22’s hardware specs.
• Initial Features:
  • Smooth 2D/3D graphics with optimized performance.
  • Engaging storyline.
  • Multiplayer support for up to 4 players.
  • Touchscreen controls with haptic feedback.
• Challenges:
  • Optimizing graphics without compromising battery life.
  • Designing intuitive controls for the smaller A22 screen.

Day 7: Game Mechanics and Prototyping

• Game Mechanics:
  • Character movement finalized (jump, run, dodge).
  • Basic AI for enemy characters.
  • Implemented puzzles to challenge player problem-solving skills.
• Progress:
  • Developed a basic level prototype with working controls.
  • Tested frame rates on A22, achieving smooth 60fps performance.
  • Created placeholder graphics for characters and enemies.
• Challenges:
  • Tweaking AI behaviors to be less predictable and more adaptive to player actions.

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Day 15: Level Design and Art Style

• Level Design:
  • Completed the first three levels.
  • Focused on creating an immersive environment using low-poly graphics for smooth gameplay.
  • Added traps and hidden areas for extra challenges.
• Art Style:
  • Decided on a vibrant, cartoonish art style to complement A22’s display.
  • Backgrounds created with parallax scrolling to add depth.
• New Features:
  • Integrated a power-up system (speed boosts, invincibility).
  • Basic inventory management system in place.

Day 30: Sound Design and Music

• Sound Design:
  • Integrated basic sound effects for jumping, hitting enemies, and collecting items.
  • Music score composed—an upbeat, adventurous theme to match the game’s pace.
  • Sound tested on A22 speakers and headphones for quality.
• Additional Features:
  • Voiceovers for main character dialogue recorded.
  • Implemented dynamic sound that changes based on game progress.

Day 45: Bug Fixes and Multiplayer Testing

• Bug Fixes:
  • Fixed collision issues when jumping across platforms.
  • Solved a glitch where AI enemies would get stuck in certain areas.
• Multiplayer Testing:
  • Local multiplayer mode tested with four players—works smoothly with no lag.
  • Syncing between players tested, minimal latency issues.
• Challenges:
  • Balancing enemy difficulty for both single and multiplayer modes.

Day 60: Final Testing and Polish

• Final Testing:
  • Full game walkthrough completed with all levels.
  • Minor adjustments made to difficulty curve.
  • Completed user interface (UI) design—clear and accessible.
• Polish:
  • Additional animations for character actions.
  • Improved loading times between levels.
  • Added extra achievements and trophies for players.
• Final Optimization:
  • Optimized game code for A22’s processor, resulting in better battery performance.
  • Reduced game size without affecting visual or gameplay quality.

Day 75: Pre-Launch and Marketing

• Marketing Plan:
  • Created trailers and gameplay teasers.
  • Prepared a website with game information, screenshots, and release dates.
  • Coordinating with influencers and reviewers to test the game pre-launch.
• Launch Date: Announced for next month.

Day 90: Game Launch

• Game Released: Available on all major app stores.
• Initial Feedback:
  • Positive reviews for smooth gameplay and engaging mechanics.
  • Criticism around the difficulty of later levels—planning to patch.
• Post-Launch Support:
  • Preparing to release additional levels and multiplayer modes based on feedback.
  • Ongoing bug fixes and performance improvements.