EYE: a 2d RPG that is, and isn't what it seems (full concept)
hey everybody, as you know, I have been conceptualizing a 2d RPG for the last months, and I've finally gotten something I find might be interesting, so this is it:
What’s EYE About?
EYE is a game where you step into the dreams and fantasies of Lily, a teenage girl who’s dealing with grief and some pretty heavy emotions, like for example loneliness as well as a feeling of lack of identity. In her dreams, she meets all sorts of quirky characters, which she made up as a kid, who help her along the way. Or, well, they try to.
but now, what makes eye different?
Combat system(s)
Forget about the same old battle system that every RPG has. In EYE, every fight is a different experience. in one, you’re solving puzzles, the next you’re in a rhythm game, and then you’re trying to run a restaurant (and failing, of course). Each character you encounter has their own unique style, which leads to unique battles so you’ll never know what to expect.
2. The Mirror Mechanic:
Mirrors play a big role in EYE. they show you more than what's on the surface, more than what everyone else sees, they reveal deeper truths and hidden fears. Every time you interact with a mirror, or, better to say, a mirror interacts with you, you’ll see something different, something that’s not quite what you expect. It’s all about exploring the protagonist’s inner world and figuring out what’s really going on.
3. voices mechanic
you see, in your head you don't only hear one voice, so I wouldn't let it be that way in EYE. the protagonist isn’t just hearing one voice in her head, I thought it'd be better if she’s hearing three! Each voice represents a different part of her mind, and they’re all saying different things. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they clash, but they’re always there, pushing and pulling her in different directions.
but... which are those voices?
The White Voice:
This is the voice of reason, the part of Lily that tries to keep things together. It’s calm, logical, and tries to make sense of everything, tries to keep what she feels under control too. But sometimes, even reason has its limits...
2. The Red Voice:
This one’s a bit more intense. It’s a voice of doubt, sometimes fear, and anxiety. It questions everything, challenges the other voices, and often sees the darker side of things... it's a voice of uncertainty...
3. The Yellow Voice:
And then there’s there's the last but not least... yellow voice, the voice of memories. comforting, sometimes nostalgic... the counterpart of the red voice.
4. Storytelling:
I’ve been designing EYE with the purpose it can be enjoyed by everyone, whether you play for some fun and adventure or something deeper. On the surface, it’s lighthearted with lots of quirky characters and weird dreamscapes. But if you look closer, you’ll find layers of meaning that hint at the more serious themes underneath. It’s all there if you want to dive in. as well, the story in EYE isn’t just handed to you. It’s something you have to piece together as you go, through cryptic text, symbols, and those all-important mirrors. It’s a game that lets you figure out what it all means in your own way.
well guys, I realized making "EYE" (the game I've mentioned so much) is a pretty ambitious thing, and since I don't have any experience making videogames, before doing EYE I'll make an smaller DELTARUNE based game, for experience, and who knows maybe it gets some attention too
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OctoDJ
Guess what
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EYE: a 2d RPG that is, and isn't what it seems (full concept)
hey everybody, as you know, I have been conceptualizing a 2d RPG for the last months, and I've finally gotten something I find might be interesting, so this is it:
What’s EYE About?
EYE is a game where you step into the dreams and fantasies of Lily, a teenage girl who’s dealing with grief and some pretty heavy emotions, like for example loneliness as well as a feeling of lack of identity. In her dreams, she meets all sorts of quirky characters, which she made up as a kid, who help her along the way. Or, well, they try to.
but now, what makes eye different?
Combat system(s)
Forget about the same old battle system that every RPG has. In EYE, every fight is a different experience. in one, you’re solving puzzles, the next you’re in a rhythm game, and then you’re trying to run a restaurant (and failing, of course). Each character you encounter has their own unique style, which leads to unique battles so you’ll never know what to expect.
2. The Mirror Mechanic:
Mirrors play a big role in EYE. they show you more than what's on the surface, more than what everyone else sees, they reveal deeper truths and hidden fears. Every time you interact with a mirror, or, better to say, a mirror interacts with you, you’ll see something different, something that’s not quite what you expect. It’s all about exploring the protagonist’s inner world and figuring out what’s really going on.
3. voices mechanic
you see, in your head you don't only hear one voice, so I wouldn't let it be that way in EYE. the protagonist isn’t just hearing one voice in her head, I thought it'd be better if she’s hearing three! Each voice represents a different part of her mind, and they’re all saying different things. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they clash, but they’re always there, pushing and pulling her in different directions.
but... which are those voices?
The White Voice:
This is the voice of reason, the part of Lily that tries to keep things together. It’s calm, logical, and tries to make sense of everything, tries to keep what she feels under control too. But sometimes, even reason has its limits...
2. The Red Voice:
This one’s a bit more intense. It’s a voice of doubt, sometimes fear, and anxiety. It questions everything, challenges the other voices, and often sees the darker side of things... it's a voice of uncertainty...
3. The Yellow Voice:
And then there’s there's the last but not least... yellow voice, the voice of memories. comforting, sometimes nostalgic... the counterpart of the red voice.
4. Storytelling:
I’ve been designing EYE with the purpose it can be enjoyed by everyone, whether you play for some fun and adventure or something deeper. On the surface, it’s lighthearted with lots of quirky characters and weird dreamscapes. But if you look closer, you’ll find layers of meaning that hint at the more serious themes underneath. It’s all there if you want to dive in. as well, the story in EYE isn’t just handed to you. It’s something you have to piece together as you go, through cryptic text, symbols, and those all-important mirrors. It’s a game that lets you figure out what it all means in your own way.
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LOL
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gosh guys, I got a new pretty dope idea for a videogame
(yup, I haven't even finished EYE, but working in both simultaneously wouldn't be such a big deal)
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In fact
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well, now, we basically changed the whole EYE's story, but it's gonna be so damn better, I am sure
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https://youtu.be/bXSohrUd0-w?si=QEjeZ...
guys go check this out! an absolute masterpiece
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clear superiority.
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:3
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well guys, I realized making "EYE" (the game I've mentioned so much) is a pretty ambitious thing, and since I don't have any experience making videogames, before doing EYE I'll make an smaller DELTARUNE based game, for experience, and who knows maybe it gets some attention too
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