Concept of the game
Enlightened is an RPG-adventure video game optimized for language learning. The language learning method relies mainly on the dialogues, quest completion as well as the exploration of the game environment.
While possessing all of the elements of a standard video game (storyline, gameplay, quests, skill acquisition, etc), Enlightened allows players to learn a foreign language by exploring the world around them, interacting with the NPCs in their target language and completing quests. Resources in-game are also provided (grammar explanations, dictionary, personalized word lists, cultural information, mini-games, etc).
Synopsis
Play two characters: Ray and Stone. Ray, a resourceful but indifferent scientist, is absorbed through a portal and finds himself in Aurora, in the city of Luzeria. He starts his journey to find his way back home. In the meantime, Stone, a fearless and determined woman, returns to the past in order to prevent an impending disaster.
They realize however that many secrets ready to shake their beliefs are concealed under the surface. As they emerge, their trajectories begin to deviate…
The team
We are a two-person team based in BĂ©ziers, France.
Laurent is a developer, computer technician and musician. He is self-taught in video game development since 2018. He is in charge of developing Enlightened using Unreal Engine and composes the music of the game.
Samantha is in charge of elaborating the language learning method and creating adequate educational contents for the players. She has a Master’s degree in Korean studies with a concentration in linguistics and is fluent in three languages (French, English and Korean). She also writes the dialogues.
We both work on the creation of the universe of the game (scenario, characters, quests, etc).
Other info
We have been working on this project since Spring 2020. The current version of the game on which we are working started in October 2021.
The game is created with the game engine Unreal Engine and will be available on PC.
In the future, we wish to establish our own video game studio in order to create and distribute our video games.
Offer description
We are looking for a generalist 3D modeler with knowledge pertaining to designing and modelling characters, objects and environments and who is specialized in one of these three areas. Skills in animation, 2D design and/or level design are also appreciated.
We are looking for a creative, proactive and motivated person to join us in creating Enlightened. You will be in charge of elaborating the visual identity and directing the graphic creation of the game. You know how to work in a team, adapt to constraints and defend your ideas.
If you are resourceful, full of creative ideas and looking for the perfect opportunity to showcase them, join us. You will be able to work autonomously while accompaning us towards making this exciting project a reality.
Tools: Blender, Unreal Engine 4 (blueprint).
Education: no formal education is required, self-taught modelers are welcome.
Location: remote but you need to be able to travel to BĂ©ziers regularly.
Language: French.
If you are interested, contact us here: [email protected]
If you wish to know more about the game, you can visit our website: https://bloominggames-studio.com/enlightened/
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