Game of Numbers, Animation Short
Game of Number is an animated short, telling the story of dieting in a game-like way, combining the visuals and structure of an arcade game with the steps and roadblocks of the diet process.
The Short
Pitch
Game of Number is an animated short, telling the story of dieting in a game-like way, combining the visuals and structure of an arcade game with the steps and roadblocks of the diet process.
Creative Process
This project started with the creative and storytelling idea, which dictates the design and illustration of the characters, levels, and overall look and feel. Storyboards were created to lay the foundation for the story. The animation was made using Adobe After Effects. Working with a sound designer the music and sound effects were created to match the video. For the final shape all the steps composite together.
Characters Design
The Hero
During the diet 'game' the hero is losing and gaining wight. accomplishing this idea in a visual way the hero has a few designs differentiate by his weight.
The Support
No story is complete without some supporting roles. In this story there are tow supporting characters - 'The Friend' and 'The Aunt' that want to do good, but ends up as a challenge.
Game Environment
The levels are designed with a nostalgic idea of the 90s arcade games. They are split into three significant layouts from the 'arcade golden age': 2/3 horizon scroll, static, and vertical scroll. Each level is designed to amplify the story and set the mode for the level.
