Concept Abstract…
Drifting Beyond is a first-person exploration game that immerses players in a vast, mysterious world filled with awe-inspiring landscapes and enigmatic encounters. The goal is to explore and document extraordinary features and suspicious encounters to find out the secrets of this world. Players are armed with their trusty sketchbook and camera to help them piece together local clues and bizarre phenomena that have gradually made their presence known. This project is designed to evoke awe, introspection, and a sense of wonder about the interconnectedness of life and nature.
In the narrative, players take on the role of a young explorer from a nomadic tribe inhabiting a mysterious world. The journey begins when strange occurrences in their homeland hint at the world’s true nature. As the player ventures further, they are met with perilous environments. From lush biomes to barren, scaly regions, the game aims to present diverse areas, each with unique challenges, inhabitants, and environmental storytelling as players interact with the hidden clues.
Who We Aim At…
We hope for the simple to grasp gameplay mechanics of the game will provide easy beginner introduction to give a nice start to people of all ages to enjoy the game. It is designed with an aim to be catered towards everyone across all age groups, and those who wish to have a carefree experience in a cosy game. The main objective is centred towards the player’s ambitions and inner desires to make decisions that form their unique paths. As the game consists of an additional in-game element of fantasy to enhance the experience by bringing standard real life exploration into a mystical unknown world, perfect for those seeking a game rooted in an illustrative worldbuilding. The game provided unique ways for players to document their journey, explore the world, and photograph scenery.
What Makes It Special…
- Use your sketchbooks to log down and record the many encounters with local species and fantastical terrains…
- Additionally, use the camera to take pictures to add supporting evidence and visuals of these bizarre scenarios…
- Click on glowing words to perform a special action! And figure out the secrets that are hidden in plain sight!!
Game Mechanics
Explore every nook and cranny of this world to uncover the mysteries’ truth by…
Adventuring And Exploring
Around A Biome
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Gather Enough Info Or
Understanding Of That Area
Interact To Mark New Discoveries And Hints To Jot Down
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Document It Down As A Log While Adding Pictures In The Sketchbook
Your Journey Culminates To A Complete Sketch For This Specific Biomes Map
Overarching Gameplay
Interactive storytelling is enhanced through “glowing” words documented in the sketchbook’s key tab section, allowing players to uncover hidden truths woven into the fabric of the world they’re standing upon. Each collected clue adds to the unfolding story, creating a puzzle-like progression as players enjoy the adventure in the various biomes.