Dance Rush!
Final Product
Key Takeaways
WHAT WENT WELL
Dance Rush successfully combined rhythm-based mechanics with energetic visuals and engaging gameplay, creating a fun and replayable experience. The user interface and feedback system felt intuitive and responsive, allowing players to quickly get into the groove. Playtesting showed that players enjoyed the music selection, the smooth difficulty curve, and the satisfying sense of progression.
LESSONS LEARNT
We learned the importance of syncing gameplay tightly with music to maintain flow and immersion. Balancing visual flair with clarity was also crucial, such as the overly flashy effects could distract from the core rhythm mechanics. Lastly, continuous player feedback during development helped us refine mechanics and UI, reinforcing the value of iterative design and user-centered thinking in game development.
Denzo VS Freddie
Level 1
Denzo VS Candace
Level 2
Denzo VS Bastion
Level 3
When Denzo Wins
Win Screen
When Denzo Loses
Lose Screen
Project Overview
Join Denzo, a determined dancing dog, as he takes on formidable dance foes in a rhythm-based showdown. "Dance Rush" combines music and gameplay, where every level syncs perfectly with diverse beats and genres.
Players will guide Denzo through fast-paced rhythms, slow interludes, and dynamic challenges, matching their moves to the beat to help him claim victory. With its vibrant energy and variety, "Dance Rush" delivers an exciting and immersive musical adventure.
DETAILS
Genre: Rhythm game
Platform: PC
Team Size: 5
Tools Used: Unity
FEATURES
Rhythm-based gameplay
Diverse music genres included
Dynamic levels with challenges
Fast, slow, and mixed rhythms
Face unique dance foes
Immersive and vibrant visuals
My Contributions
GAMEPLAY PROGRAMMER
Developed core gameplay mechanics, ensuring smooth and responsive controls that aligned with the rhythm-based design. Focused on optimizing the game's performance to create a seamless player experience across all levels. Implemented interactive feedback, sound effects and visual effects to enhance the game's immersive quality.
Gameplay Screens
The gameplay screens of Dance Rush are vibrant and dynamic, designed to reflect the energy of dance and rhythm. Clear UI elements display combo streaks, scores, and timing accuracy without overwhelming the player. The interface balances style and function, ensuring players stay focused and in sync with the music.