DIG4633 Fall 2025

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Final Project Proposal (Monday, October 20)

🎮 Final Project Proposal

📊 50 Points 📅 Due: Monday, October 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM 📝 Submission: PDF via Canvas

🎯 Assignment Overview

This proposal serves as your roadmap for the final VR project. You will outline your creative vision, technical approach, and production plan for a 6-8 minute VR experience that demonstrates your mastery of the tools and techniques learned throughout the course.

Deliverable: Submit a two-page PDF document that comprehensively describes your final project.

📋 Core Requirements

🎯 Gameplay Duration

6-8 minutes of engaged gameplay

Plan for meaningful player interaction throughout the experience

🧩 Puzzle Integration

Minimum 2 distinct puzzles that:

  • Leverage VR's spatial capabilities
  • Progress in difficulty
  • Connect to your theme

🎭 Motion Capture

At least 2 custom animations that you record

Specify how they enhance the experience

🎨 Asset Usage

Sourced assets allowed with instructor permission

Must confirm proper licensing for academic use

🎮 Genre Selection

Choose any genre that suits your vision:

Puzzle, Adventure, Horror, Educational, Artistic/Experimental, etc.

📝 Required Proposal Sections

Your 2-page PDF must include ALL of the following sections:

  1. Project Title & Tagline: Creative title and one-sentence hook that captures the essence
  2. Concept Overview: 2-3 sentences describing the core experience and what makes it unique
  3. Genre & Platform: Your chosen genre and development platform with clear justification
  4. Gameplay Loop: Player objectives, core mechanics, and progression structure
  5. Puzzle Descriptions: Detailed explanation of your 2+ puzzles and how they utilize VR
  6. Motion Capture Plan: Which animations you'll use and how they enhance the experience
  7. Visual Style: Art direction, mood, atmosphere, and aesthetic choices
  8. Technical Scope: Key features, systems needed, and anticipated challenges
  9. Asset List: Breakdown of custom vs. sourced assets with licensing notes
  10. Production Timeline: Weekly milestones from proposal approval to final presentation

📊 Grading Breakdown

Component Points Criteria
Concept Clarity 15 Clear vision, feasible scope, creative approach, well-defined experience
Technical Planning 10 Realistic implementation, appropriate platform choice, identified challenges
Puzzle Design 10 Meaningful challenges that utilize VR's unique capabilities
Mocap Integration 10 Thoughtful use of performance capture that enhances the experience
Document Quality 5 Professional presentation, complete sections, proper formatting
TOTAL 50

💡 Tips for Success

  • Scope Appropriately: It's better to execute a simple concept well than to fail at an overly ambitious one
  • Play to Platform Strengths: Unity offers more control and customization; Horizon Worlds enables faster iteration
  • Consider Comfort: Plan for player comfort with appropriate movement and interaction design
  • Test Early: Include time for playtesting and iteration in your production timeline
  • Be Specific: Vague descriptions will lose points—be concrete about your plans
  • Visual Aids: Include concept sketches or reference images if they help (keep to 1 page total)

📅 Project Timeline

Week 10 (Oct 20) - Proposal Due
Week 11 - Project Development
Week 12 - Guest Speaker/Industry Panel & Project Development
Week 13 - Production Sprint (No Monday class - Veterans Day)
Week 14 - Peer Testing Session & Final Polish
Week 15 - Presentation Prep (No Wednesday class - Thanksgiving)
December 1 (Finals) - Final Presentations & Live Demos (4:00-6:50 PM)

📤 Submission Guidelines

  • Format: PDF only (2 pages)
  • File Naming: LastName_FirstName_FinalProposal.pdf
  • Submit Via: Canvas assignment submission
  • Due Date: Monday, October 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM
  • Late Policy: -10% per day (5 points per day)
⚠️ Important Notes:
  • This proposal is binding - significant changes after submission require instructor approval
  • Start planning motion capture sessions early - studio time is limited
  • Projects missing required mocap animations will lose significant points
  • Peer testing in Week 14 is mandatory for full credit
ℹ️ Resources Available:
  • OptiTrack motion capture studio - book time via Teams
  • Meta Quest 3 headsets for testing
  • Unity Asset Store (free assets with permission)
  • Office hours: Wednesday 2-3 PM for proposal feedback

🎯 Proposal Checklist

Before submitting, ensure your proposal includes:

  • ☐ Creative project title and tagline
  • ☐ Clear concept overview (2-3 sentences)
  • ☐ Chosen genre with justification
  • ☐ Description of gameplay loop
  • ☐ Explanation of 2+ puzzles/challenges
  • ☐ Motion capture integration plan (minimum 2 animations)
  • ☐ Visual style and atmosphere description
  • ☐ Technical scope and anticipated challenges
  • ☐ Asset list (custom vs. sourced)
  • ☐ Week-by-week production timeline
  • ☐ Professional formatting (2 page PDF)
  • ☐ Proper file naming convention

DIG 4633C - Multi-Modal Design | Fall 2025 | Dr. John Murray
Questions? Email jtm@ucf.edu or visit office hours Wednesday 2-3 PM in CMB 173E