
As a solo game developer, I have to be creative in turning limitations into features. Since I'm not an animator and can't hire one, I developed a dynamic comic strip system for storytelling instead of cinematics. Here’s the first step—still a WIP!
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Here’s a quick look at the second animation—facial expressions and lipsync, created using iClone and Unreal Engine.
Each character’s expression is tied to the tone of the conversation, building on the body animation layer shown earlier.
A short sneak peek at new locations and environments for Lobo. Built in UE5 using PCG and Dash, fresh areas filled with quests, encounters, loot, and lore. Exploration is highly rewarding—stay tuned for more! Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2486160/Lobo/
I use dense forest foliage as a natural boundary to guide player exploration. I created a custom PCG tool that lets me toggle between blockout and final meshes—super useful for jumping between layout and visual testing in gameplay.
Last week at LVL UP EXPO, Game Jolt celebrated great games made by Jolters including The Bunny Graveyard by @ElPichon !
Learn about the game: https://gamejolt.com/games/thebunnygraveyard/651214
Thanks to Razer for providing the laptops and peripherals!
Sneak peek at the new UI in Lobo: The Howl Within! Now featuring stylish location introductions when entering new areas + a work-in-progress minimap system to help you navigate the wilds. Built in Unreal Engine 💻
Last week at LVL UP EXPO, Game Jolt celebrated great games made by Jolters including The Wild at Heart by @moonlightkids !
Check out the game: https://gamejolt.com/games/the-wild-at-heart/500465
Thanks to Razer for providing the laptops and peripherals!
Clothing clipping through the body is one of the most annoying issues when designing modular characters. In this video, I show the system I created to solve it by dynamically masking the body based on equipped items—no more visual glitches!
Sneak peek! Here's a first look at the Skill Tree system in Lobo! Unlock abilities, shape your playstyle, and grow stronger. Stay tuned for more!
Last week at LVL UP EXPO, we celebrated great games made by Jolters including Baldi's Basics Plus by @BasicallyGames !
Buy it on Game Jolt: https://gamejolt.com/games/baldis-basics-plus/481026
Thanks to Razer for providing the laptops and peripherals!
It’s always fun turning loved ones into game characters! This time, I used my brother as the reference for Cristian the Taverner—one of the warm (and slightly grumpy) faces you’ll meet at the local inn. More characters coming soon!!
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