Sweet Couriers
Chaotic, co-op twin-stick shooter where players control plushies in toy cars to deliver candy while navigating tricky obstacles and coordinating teamwork.
Introduction
Sweet Couriers: Plushies Express is a co-op twin-stick shooter, developed in just two weeks as part of a school project in early 2023. With a focus on fun, fast-paced chaos, the game draws inspiration from titles like Overcooked, offering a playful, yet challenging party experience. In this game, two players take control of plushies driving toy cars, tasked with delivering candy to postal boxes in increasingly tricky levels, all while navigating through a maze of obstacles.
My Work
Conception & Global Game Design:
Developed the core game concept and defined the desired player experience.
Explored various gameplay possibilities through iteration.
Collaborated with the entire team to evaluate all aspects of the game.
Assembled and refined game elements to enhance the overall fun factor.
In-engine controller responsible:
Responsible for designing the player controller
Direct communication with game programmers to achieve the desired feeling
In-engine iteration on creating a satisfying yet challenging control
Overall responsible for tweaking and balancing the game
Producing for the team:
Layout of the production pipeline & deadlines
Daily meeting with lead to verify the good advancement of the project
Daily meeting with project referent to ensure the right development of the project
Documentation & Communication:
General communication between poles
Creation of several pieces of documentation for programmers & game artists
Responsible for the daily morning team overview
Conclusion
Despite its small scope and the limited time we had to develop it, Sweet Couriers: Plushies Express became an enjoyable, well-rounded co-op game. The project allowed me to gain valuable experience in leading a team, while also navigating new dynamics with external supervisors. The end result was a highly entertaining game with potential for further development.