NEOPETS ISLAND BUILDERS
ROLE
Game Design Lead
DESCRIPTION
Neopets: Island Builders is a 3D construction simulation game where players have to rebuild the island nation of Dacardia. The game originally released in 2022, I had the opportunity to work with the team on the re-imagined version that's currently in development. My role involved leading the design team in establishing the game's vision and roadmap. I worked collaboratively with other team leads to meet deliverables, managing design sprint planning and delegating tasks. Kept stakeholders and product managers updated on design team progress and team challenges. Led design huddles, brainstorming and held design reviews.
The mobile game is currently in Closed Beta.
YEAR
2023 - present
GENRE
Simulation
PLATFORM
Mobile: App Store and Google Play
DESIGN + CHALLENGES
DESIGN
Players act as the new Town Planner whose been recruited to rebuild Dacardia into its full glory. Players will gather resources, construct buildings, and complete quests for the island inhabitants. As areas are rebuilt, more areas are unlocked, uncovering Neopets that will help contribute to gathering resources for restoration efforts.
More information coming soon!