Interface for a Fantasy Game

This project focuses on creating a fantasy game with an immersive, intuitive design that enhances player engagement and gameplay flow.

Context

This game project was developed as part of the Game Art lecture at Hochschule der Medien. The objective was to design and create the game environment, characters, and user interface, ensuring a cohesive and immersive experience that enhances gameplay and storytelling.

My Role

UX/UI Design

Timeline

January 2024 (1 weeks)

Problem

The Challenge of Navigating a Complex Fantasy World

Players struggle to visualize the necessary information about their character while navigating the fantasy world. The lack of an intuitive UI makes it difficult to access essential elements like inventory, magic spells, and quests, leading to frustration and disrupting immersion.

Solution

Designing an Intuitive and Immersive UI

The goal is to create a seamless, user-friendly interface that allows players to effortlessly manage their inventory, quests, and magic spells. It should provide quick access to key gameplay information at a glance, ensuring that players are never overwhelmed or forced to navigate through unnecessary interruptions. The UI must also support immersion, allowing players to stay fully engaged in the fantasy world without frustration from cumbersome menus or inefficient design choices.

1

In-Game UI: Real-Time Awareness

  • Displays critical statistics (health, energy and magic power).
  • Shortcut bar for quick access like assignable slots for potions, spells, or weapons.
2

Inventory & Character Management: Effortless Customization

  • Inventory system
  • Character statistics overview: Displays equipped items, magic power, farming, crafting and fighting skills.
  • Drag-and-drop system for equipping weapons, armor, and consumables.
3

Magic Spells Repertory: Mastering Abilities

  • Overview of all learnable and equipped spells.
  • Players can unlock, upgrade, and equip spells easily.
  • Organized by type for quick navigation.
4

Quest Management: Keeping Players on Track

  • Displays active and completed quests
  • Allows players to track progress at a glance.
  • Provides objectives
  • Players can instantly claim quest rewards

Impact

A More Engaging and Immersive Game Experience

Improved game flow allows players to spend less time navigating menus and more time exploring the world. A more intuitive UI enhances engagement by reducing frustration, making it easier to progress without unnecessary obstacles. Increased immersion is achieved through seamless access to quests, spells, and inventory, ensuring that players remain fully absorbed in the fantasy experience. Faster decision-making is enabled by real-time UI elements, allowing players to react swiftly in combat and adapt their strategies without delays.4o

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