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Project Title: "Journey to the Unknown: Individual Insights within Team Exploration"
Objective: Venture into an unfamiliar gaming genre. While working in a team, each member will bring individual insights, broadening the collective understanding and appreciation of the genre.
Duration: 6 weeks.
Project Deliverables:
1. Weekly Reports: Every student will submit their own weekly video detailing their experiences, achievements, challenges based on the focuses of the week. (using voice over)
2. Final Presentation: At the end of the 6 weeks, students are expected to give a presentation summarizing their experience and insights.
Submission Deadlines: Mid-night of every Sunday. with the first submission due at 23:59 on Sept. 17.
Team Formation: Students can work individually or in teams of 2-4 members.
Video Clip Length Requirements:
• Weekly Submissions:
• Individual Projects: 1-2 minutes.
• Each Team Member: 1 minute, culminating in a combined video of 2-4 minutes for the team.
• Final Presentation:
• Individual Projects: 3-5 minutes.
• Teams: 5-8 minutes (with individual segments highlighted).
Voice-Over Requirement:
Starting from Project 1, Week 3, a voice-over for the video submissions will be required. If you encounter challenges in recording your own voice, I recommend using Veed Studios or similar tools to create AI- generated voiceovers.
Week-by-week Breakdown:
Week 1 - Introduction, Selection, and Team Formation (Team):
• Teams or individuals select an unfamiliar game genre.
• Be familiar with video recording and editing.
• Submission: A paragraph explaining the choice and a video introducing participants and their gaming background.
Week 2 to 5 - Explorations and Insights (Individual): For each week, teams will focus on different facets of the game. Each team member will need to submit their own work:
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• Play their section or element of the game.
• Provide their own video clip capturing key moments, reactions, or elements.
• Write an individual explanation or analysis corresponding to their video clip.
• Consolidates the clips and explanations into their own reports with video submission for the week.
Week 2 - Initial Impressions & Game Mechanics (Individual):
• Focus:
• Individual Impressions: Each member describes their first feelings upon starting the game. Was it intimidating? Inviting? Confusing?
• Game Mechanics: Understanding and analyzing the basic mechanics of the game. How are the controls? What are the basic rules?
• Submission:
• Video Clip: Capture your initial gameplay moments. Highlight any particularly surprising or challenging mechanics.
• Explanation: A brief write-up on your initial feelings and an introduction to the game's mechanics from your perspective.
Week 3 - Game Design & User Experience (Individual):
• Focus:
• Game Design: How is the game structured? What stands out in terms of level design, character design, or overall game layout?
• User Experience: How intuitive is the game interface? Are there any elements that enhance or detract from the overall player experience?
• Submission:
• Video Clip: Show snippets that highlight particular design elements you found intriguing or problematic. Capture any moments that stand out in terms of user experience.
• Explanation: Discuss the game's design principles and reflect on your user experience.
Week 4 - Narrative, Graphics, and Audio (Individual):
• Focus:
• Narrative: What's the story or objective behind the game? How is it presented to the player?
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• Graphics: Delve into the visual elements. Is it realistic, stylized, pixelated, etc.? What visual elements stand out?
• Audio: Consider the game's soundtrack, sound effects, and any voice acting. How do these components complement or hinder the gaming experience?
• Submission:
• Video Clip: Capture scenes that portray the game's narrative, striking visuals, or notable audio moments.
• Explanation: Discuss the importance of the narrative within the game, comment on the visual style, and reflect on the audio's impact.
Week 5 - Challenges, Solutions, and Achievements (Individual):
• Focus:
• Challenges: What obstacles or difficulties did you face in the game? Were they related to strategy, game mechanics, or narrative elements?
• Solutions: How did you overcome these challenges? Did it require team collaboration, outside research, or pure gameplay skill?
• Achievements: Highlight any milestones, rewards, or levels you achieved during the gameplay.
• Submission:
• Video Clip: Showcase moments of challenge, your problem-solving in action, and any achievement unlockings or milestones.
• Explanation: Reflect on the challenges faced, strategies used to overcome them, and the significance of achievements in your gaming journey.
Week 6 – Presentation (Team):
• Teams will compile their insights, experiences, and video clips to prepare a final presentation.
• Duration: 10-15 minutes.
• Discuss your overall insights, what you've learned, and your future interests in the genre (or lack thereof).
• Although the presentation is cohesive, individual perspectives should be clearly highlighted.
Page 4 of 7 Evaluation Criteria:
1. Research and Selection (2%) - Justification for the genre and clarity in video introduction.
2. Weekly Reports (14%) - Depth of individual insights, quality of video clips, and cohesiveness in team submissions.
3. Final Presentation (14%) - Comprehensive understanding, presentation style, and highlighting individual segments.
Benefits:
• Individual Insight: Each member brings their unique perspective, leading to a multifaceted understanding.
• Collaborative Learning: Teams will learn to integrate diverse views into a unified presentation.
• Reflective Thinking: Encourages both personal introspection and collective team understanding.
• Visual Documentation: Individual video clips offer a more rounded portrayal of the team's journey.
Page 5 of 7 Appendix A – how to capture game footages:
1. Capturing Game Footage on PC:
a. Using Windows 10's Built-in Xbox Game Bar:
• Step 1: Press the Windows key + G to open the Xbox Game Bar.
• Step 2: Click on the 'Capture' widget (it looks like a webcam).
• Step 3: Press the 'Start Recording' button (or Windows + Alt + R) to begin capturing.
• Step 4: Once done, press the 'Stop Recording' button (or Windows + Alt + R again) to stop the recording.
b. Using OBS (Open Broadcaster Software):
• Step 1: Download and install OBS from the official website.
• Step 2: Open OBS and click on the '+' button under 'Sources'. Choose 'Game Capture' or 'Window Capture' based on your need.
• Step 3: Configure your source, selecting the specific game or window you want to capture.
• Step 4: Click 'Start Recording'. When you're done, click 'Stop Recording'.
• Note: OBS offers more advanced features, including setting up different scenes, adding overlays, and adjusting audio sources.
2. Capturing Game Footage on Mobile Devices:
a. For iOS Devices (iPhone/iPad):
• Step 1: Go to 'Settings' > 'Control Center' > 'Customize Controls'.
• Step 2: Add 'Screen Recording' to your Control Center.
• Step 3: Swipe into the Control Center (swipe down from the top right corner on newer iPhones or swipe up from the bottom edge on older ones).
• Step 4: Press the 'Screen Recording' button. After a 3-second countdown, it'll start recording.
• Step 5: To stop recording, tap the red status bar at the top and select 'Stop'.
b. For Android Devices:
• Step 1: Swipe down from the top of your screen to access the 'Quick Settings' panel.
• Step 2: Look for a 'Screen Recorder' or 'Screen Recording' option. If you can't find it, your device might not support it natively, and you'll need a third-party app like 'AZ Screen Recorder' or 'DU Recorder'.
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• Step 3: Tap the 'Screen Recorder' option to start recording. A countdown usually appears before recording starts.
• Step 4: To stop recording, pull down the notification shade and tap the 'Stop' or 'Pause' button on the recording notification.
Note: For better audio quality, especially in-game sounds and commentary, consider using earphones with a built-in microphone.
Page 7 of 7 Appendix B – Free video editing tools:
Desktop Video Editing Tools:
1. DaVinci Resolve: A professional-grade video editor available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It offers features that can rival many paid software, like advanced color correction, audio post- production, and more.
2. Shotcut: This open-source video editor is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It supports numerous formats and offers a relatively intuitive interface for those familiar with video editing.
3. Openshot: A straightforward, open-source tool available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It's beginner-friendly with its drag-and-drop functionality.
Mobile Video Editing Apps:
1. Quik (by GoPro): This tool, available for both Android and iOS, is designed for quick edits. It can automatically create videos from your clips and photos by adding transitions and music.