OverPower: construção de um modelo de prototipagem para um jogo digital independente

Abstract

This work analyzes the types of prototypes conjoint with the performance of tests for their validation, and the intention is to generate a prototyping model for an independent digital game. The possibility of carrying out a concrete evaluation before the development is started led to the use of this model during the initial production phase of the game. A bibliographic survey was made about the types of prototypes and tests, in addition to an analysis, considering the scope of the game, to build the ideal prototyping model. This had its efficiency qualified after its application to the concept of a collectible card game, entitled OverPower. The process generated two distinct prototypes and a total of 18 test sections were carried out. The results obtained indicated a gradual refinement of the Concept Document at each iteration of the prototyping model. Thus, a final version was generated with a well-defined game concept. The face-to-face tests enabled the collection of reports from users in an integral way. On the other hand, it was possible to identify the limitations of the remote test application for play test. Finally, it was recognized the barriers imposed by an independent game and how they affect the prototyping process.