Monsters & Rizz 

Project Overview
Solo Dev - Level design - Asset placement - Scripting  

Monsters & Rizz is a third-person, 3D role-playing game with turn-based combat mechanics. The player takes on the role of a time traveler sent back to the medieval era with a singular mission: to drink from the sacred waters of Rizz and ascend to ultimate Rizzdom. To achieve this goal, the player must explore a vast, open world, facing off against ferocious beasts and completing challenging quests.

​For this solo project, I was responsible for designing gameplay systems, scripting some of the combat mechanics, and iterating on level design. The game was developed using Unreal Engine 5, PurdueRPGTemplate, multiple assets packs, and various environment packs ​
Design Goals
  • Central Storyline: Players seek the magical ability "Rizz" to defeat monstrous threats.
  • Immersive Open World: Features an abandoned castle, deserted village, caves, taverns, and a grand main castle.
  • Dynamic Environment: Roaming monsters and wildlife make the world feel alive and perilous.
  • Engaging Quests: Compelling objectives and challenges keep players immersed.
  • Exploration Rewards: Hidden treasure chests and magical powers enhance progression and creativity.
Hidden Collectibles and Rewards
  • Exploration Incentive: Coins are placed across the map to encourage thorough exploration.
  • In-Game Economy: Coins can be used to buy items and outfits. Items can boost player stats, attack damage, and heal during battle.
  • Customization: Players can enhance strength and personalize their character’s appearance.
Special attack for turn base
  • Unique Ability: Rizz "charms" enemies, causing them to lose their turn.
  • Strategic Advantage: The player’s next attack deals double damage.
  • Powerful Combat Tool: Rizz enhances strategy and amplifies combat effectiveness.
Process on the map design 
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  • Design Process: Started with reference photos to shape the concept and created a preliminary map in Figma.
  • Evolving Ideas: Blocking out the map led to the addition of buildings with collectible coins to encourage exploration.
  • Key Locations: Designed assets as focal points to guide players toward unique challenges and features.
  • Dynamic Exploration: Introduced a river with parkour hazards, adding a skill-based gameplay element.