Experimental Game

Experimental Perspective Prototype (University Project)

A university experimental project exploring how player decision-making and level design change when switching perspectives in real time.

Built as a testbed rather than a full game, this prototype challenges typical design trends by focusing on a single question:

How does the same space feel when experienced from completely different perspectives?

Players can switch seamlessly between a top-down view and an over-the-shoulder perspective, forcing constant adaptation in movement, navigation, and positioning. The levels are designed to support both viewpoints, encouraging flexibility rather than a fixed “optimal” playstyle.

Core Features

• Real-time perspective switching (Top-down ↔ Over-shoulder)
• Movement-driven traversal (double jump, dash, wall jump)
• Dual-purpose level design supporting both perspectives
• Fast, responsive mobility with vertical and horizontal options

Design Focus

• Impact of perspective on spatial awareness
• Maintaining readability across multiple viewpoints
• Encouraging adaptive play over rigid optimisation

Controls

• WASD – Movement
• Space – Jump (Double Jump)
• Shift – Forward Dash
• V – Switch Perspective
• Wall Jump – Jump against surfaces to gain height