This is my E1 submission of my Research and Development portfolio!
I received very useful feedback on my submission here, and I will outline a few points that my tutors made.
Strengths:
– Strong breakthroughs in both software skills and artistic style.
– Demonstrates iteration and generation of ideas.
– Character and environment moodboards effectively emphasise key elements and atmosphere.
– Good time management and thoughtful exploration of hairstyles, expressions, and outfits.
– Software testing approached methodically, with challenges resolved effectively.
Improvements:
– Increase focus on visual novel–style narrative and layered gameplay concepts to support ambitious goals.
– Conduct more detailed research on psychological cues and environmental storytelling.
– Improve colour palette quality, adding varied shadow colours rather than just hue variation.
– Test a wider range of art styles.
– Explore 3D-assisted trials for character perspective and refine anatomical accuracy.