Creation of Initial Game Design Document (GDD) Draft

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Description

The current state of the project lacks a formal Game Design Document (GDD). A GDD is crucial for providing clear direction, outlining the game’s concept, gameplay mechanics, story, features, and overall vision. This issue aims to initiate the creation of the GDD to provide a structured framework and guide the development process more effectively.

Objectives

• Establish a clear and concise document that outlines the key components of the game.
• Ensure that the GDD covers essential aspects like the game's concept, mechanics, story (if applicable), user interface, graphics, sound, and any unique features.
• Create a flexible document that can evolve with the project but provides a solid foundation for development.

Suggested Sections for the GDD

1. Game Concept: A brief overview of the game idea, genre, and unique selling points.
2. Gameplay Mechanics: Detailed description of the game’s rules, objectives, challenges, and player interactions.
3. Story and Setting (if applicable): Outline of the game’s narrative, setting, and characters.
4. Art and Sound Design: General direction for the game’s visual style and sound design.
5. User Interface and Controls: Layout of the game's UI and control scheme.
6. Technical Aspects: Overview of the technical requirements, including platforms, engine (Godot), and major technical features.
7. Market Analysis: Target audience and analysis of similar games in the market (if relevant).
8. Development Roadmap: Tentative timeline and major milestones in the development process.

Requirements

• Collaboration with all team members (if any) to gather ideas and inputs.
• Research into similar games or applications for inspiration and market understanding.
• Regular updates and revisions to the GDD as the project evolves.

Impact

• The GDD will serve as a roadmap and guide for all development efforts, helping to keep the project on track and aligned with the initial vision.
• It will facilitate better communication and understanding among team members and stakeholders.
• The document will also be useful for any future pitches or presentations about the game.

Next Steps

• Assign a team member or a group to take the lead in drafting the GDD.
• Schedule a brainstorming session to discuss and compile initial ideas and concepts.
• Set a deadline for the completion of the first draft of the GDD.