Overall Timeline (December 16, 2024 - May 9, 2025)

• Total Duration: ~21 weeks
• Milestones:
  1. Game Concept and Planning
  2. Character Design and Asset Creation
  3. Game Level Development and Coding
  4. 3D Printing Figurine and Packaging
  5. Testing, Polishing, and Finalization

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Main Game Developer: Birgithe: Focuses on character design (2D + 3D), environment design(2D + 3D), game mechanics, coding, and level creation.
2. Main Branding Designer: Harmony: Focuses on character design (2D + 3D), branding, packaging, and visual storytelling.
3. Collaborative Work: Both creators will support coding, game testing, and ensuring cohesion.

Phase 1: Planning & Conceptualization (December 16 - January 5)

Duration: 3 weeks

• Goals: Define the project scope, assign responsibilities, and finalize the concept.
• Tasks:
  • Brainstorm game level ideas (setting, theme, objectives).
  • Determine character roles, appearance, and backstory.
  • Research 3D printing requirements.
  • Draft initial timeline and resource list.

Deliverables:

• Detailed project outline.
• Mood boards for the game and branding design.

Phase 2: Character Design & Asset Creation (January 6 - February 16)

Duration: 6 weeks

• Main Developer: Support the character design process and begin asset preparation for coding.