COSC 101 | Finals | Lecture Flashcards
take the creative lead in imagining and bringing to life video game worlds
game designers
can be considered the planning arm of the entire process for making a video game
game design
The field is somewhat a hybridization of __ that combine into a cohesive, fleshed out idea that people can work with using concrete and actionable tasks
creativity and technical skills
process of conceiving, planning and directing the creation of an electronic game in which players control images on an electronic display
video game design
game development discipline that involves the creation of video game levels, locales, missions or stages. both a technical and artistic process. starts with the conceptual design of the level
level design
level design is also known as
environment design or game mapping
responsible for your initial experience
3C’s
A player can derive what a character’s personality traits may be depending on how that character’s physical appearance is made. Their physical appearance can also be used in order to communicate certain types of information to the player
character (level 5)
allowed players to express themselves more in a game
character customization
one of the most important elements in a 3D game. It acts as the player’s eyes
camera (level 6)
it can make or break your game
camera views
perspective combines the camera and the doll, which means the player sees through the doll’s eyes
first person perspective
allows you better visibility of the world
third person camera
gives you a strategic view of the world you’re in
isometric camera
allow players to interact with your game easily
controls (level 7)
a type of interactive system whose primary responsibility it is to simulate something
simulator
a method of automatically modifying a game’s features, behaviors, and scenarios in real-time
dynamic difficulty adjustment (DDA)
include graphics (characters, environments, logos) background music, special effects and sound effects
game assets
Among the types of 3D animation, __ is the most common
3D video and film
a 3D visual feature of moving images within a digital realm. uses motion graphics to move. it is purely visual
3D video and film
3d video and film is also called
passive 3d animation
a 3D animation production that features purely digital realm and created using a 3D computer software. allows users to be in first- or third person points of view
interactive 3d
Among 3D animation types, __ is the one that has opened a completely new world for users
virtual reality (VR)
this technique mimics the motion of skeleton joints to give the subject an illusion of natural body movement
inverse kinematics
this method is used to create realistic fluid animation for water, lava, bubbles, and others
fluid simulation
this technique animates an object or a character by laying the surface of the digital sculpture known as skin
3d skeletal animation
different shades of white light specially chosen by lighting experts to support you throughout the day
light recipes
method of quality control that takes place at many points during the video game design process
playtesting
initial playtest where the most basic running model is used
gross playtesting
more comprehensive playtest carried out by people within the company and/or by contracted play testers. the goal at this stage is to work out any remaining kinks in gameplay and prepare the game for wider testing
in-house playtesting
Beta versions of the game are sent out to groups of playtesters who have no prior experience with the game
blind testing
this is the last playtest before the game is launched
final playtesting
Upon selecting “Game Over” you will be given the option to assign these for the game. however, it may also be assigned through the post-game box score
pitching decisions
If you have a game that is listed as unfinished, you can either open the game in the app and finalize it using the above instructions, or you can go to the box score on the website
unfinished games
After a game has been finalized the __ will be available for review
post-game box score
If you finalize a game and wish to either resume scoring, or correct a scoring play through the app, you may always re-enter a previously finalized game
resuming a finalized game
a mathematical representation of a physical entity that occupies space
3d model
the process of manipulating the view of a three-D object with respect to its original position by modifying its physical attributes
3d transformation
the surface of the 3D object is represented
boundary-based
boundary-based is also called
b-rep
the volume of the 3D object is represented
volume-based
these are commonly used to represent volumetric data
voxels and constructive solid geometry
process of changing the relative location of a 3-D object with respect to the original position by changing its coordinates
translation
the process of creating three-dimensional images or animations to communicate a message or present information visually.
3d visualization
selecting the right ___ is vital for the success of any 3D visualization project.
3D rendering software
it does not only provide tools for creating stunning visuals but also enhances the workflow through integrated features.
visualization software
they are particularly important in industries like architecture, where accurate representations of buildings and interiors are crucial for decision-making.
realistic visualizations
involves creating still or animated visual content using computer software.
computer-generated imagery
__ in 3D visualizations involves meticulous attention to detail in modeling, texturing, lighting, and rendering.
realism
a critical aspect of any 3D visualization project. It involves not only the selection of appropriate software but also the allocation of physical resources
resource management
Collecting necessary materials and references ensures accurate modeling, as the human eye is naturally trained to spot errors in familiar objects and scenes
Gathering Resources and References
Creating detailed 3D models and applying textures is a meticulous task
modeling and texturing
Setting this up is essential for achieving realism
lighting and rendering
the final step. refining the visuals in post-production is key to achieving the desired quality
post-processing and final adjustments
conceptualize and design creative elements, bringing the initial vision to life
artists
develop the technical aspects, including modeling and detailing, ensuring accuracy and functionality.
designers
provide technical support, manage software, and handle rendering tasks.
technicians
seeing a detailed and realistic model of a building before construction begins can help identify design flaws or aesthetic issues that might not be apparent in traditional methods.
architectural visualization
allow customers to explore features and functionalities, boosting engagement and satisfaction. This approach is particularly effective in online shopping, where virtual prototypes can provide a realistic representation of the product, leading to higher conversion rates.
interactive 3d models
The media and entertainment industry extensively use 3D visualization and integrate stunning __ into movies.
vfx renderings
The __ technologies enhance the quality and realism, providing an immersive experience for users.
game rendering
