Games Studies | Final Compilation

Melvin Yung Khun Yew | 0357241 | Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media
GCD 61504 | Games Studies
Week 1 — Week 15


Final Compilation

Looking back from the start of the semester, a lot has been going on in this module. From the exercises where I needed to study the existing game and one of the famous game developers, to the group project where I joined hands with other teammates filled with dedication to create a card game from the ground up. This module has provided me with a whole new experience for me that I've never felt before.






These are the jump links to each part of this portfolio



Instructions

Dr Charles Shamadu, my module coordinator and lecturer for this semester, provided us with the necessary files including the module information, and reading elements to give us a headstart on this module.


MIB - Module Information Booklet



Exercise 1: Series of Investigation

Investigation topic: 
  • My Favourite Games and why it's highly playable and impactful

  • Game Developer Review

Project 1 to Project 3: 
  • Game Proposal

  • Playtest data

  • Final Card Game Completion


    Work Process

    Exercise Overview

    The game I chose to study for the first research topic is the old but gold Terraria, a 2D platform open-world survival + adventure game.
    Terraria, one of my favourite video game


    Hideo Kojima, a famous Japanese game developer

    Exercise 1: YouTube Link
    https://youtu.be/VA5UeEnv2rE



    Exercise 2: YouTube Link




    This is the group e-portfolio I'm part of, where all the progression of our card game creation to commercialization is documented in detail every week.


    My reflections

    At the start of the semester, this seemed like a fun module, and I’m glad to say that in the end, it is still fun! Working on this group assignment, where we created an entirely new card game from scratch to the final product, has been a challenging yet rewarding experience. I’m fortunate to have groupmates with incredible dedication and a group leader who guided us systematically, ensuring a complete and polished outcome. The results truly amazed me, and I’m proud of what we accomplished together. 

    My role focused on designing and contributing to photo documentation, which helped keep the work organized and progressing smoothly. Though I was sometimes encumbered with other assignments—just like everyone else in the group—I appreciated the collaborative effort that allowed us to navigate these challenges and pull off a fascinating final product. 

    This project not only tested our creativity and teamwork but also strengthened my appreciation for group dynamics. Seeing our ideas transform into a tangible, playable card game has been deeply satisfying. I’m grateful for this experience and for having such supportive teammates to share it with. This journey has reaffirmed how enjoyable and impactful working together can be.



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