In the world of gaming, one of the most compelling aspects for players is the ability to influence the narrative through their in-game actions and choices. Utilizing interactive storytelling elements immerse players deeper into the game, but it also empowers them to shape the outcomes based on their decisions. This is something we are aiming …
Player Choices Matter: Branching Storylines and Consequences Read More »
In two previous blog posts, we showcased our narrative design tool Rashomon and explained some of its technical capabilities. However, when it comes to Tale of Ronin, our team’s process starts long before the creation of dialogs or graphs. Today, we will guide you through some of the more detailed steps our designers take when …
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Video games, with their ability to immerse players in captivating virtual worlds, owe a portion of their magic to the artistry of sound. Within ‘Tale of Ronin,’ we have aimed to bring the rich environment of Edo period Japan to life through sound, from the swing of a samurai’s blade to the rustle of cherry …
In our previous blog post, we introduced Rashomon, our in-house narrative design tool, and explained how it streamlines our creation process. Today, we’ll dive deeper into Rashomon’s capabilities and share a sneak peek of some of Tale of Ronin’s dialog. As covered previously, Rashomon uses graphs and a variety of different features to build nonlinear …
In the ever changing realm of game development, the journey to crafting a good gaming experience often begins with the right set of tools. We understand the importance of discovering the correct loadout, especially throughout our journey building “Tale of Ronin.” Today, we want to talk about one of our main tools: Rashomon, an in-house …
To explain the Tale of Ronin art pipeline, we must first embark on a journey rooted in the creative wonders of Edo period Japan. Our process begins with a collection of reference photos, carefully chosen to reflect both the essence of the era and the locations or items shown in the game. These references provide …
Samurai were required to be physically strong to perform effectively in combat. However, mental strength was just as essential as physical strength. Meditation and zen were integral parts of the samurai lifestyle designed to help warriors develop mental fortitude. In Tale of Ronin, this focus on the mind of a samurai is reflected in the …
Tale of Ronin is a narrative-driven RPG, but the visuals also play a key role in establishing the world and atmosphere of the game. This is especially true for the real-life locations players can visit. Edo period Japan is well-documented, so keeping the environments and villages realistic is important to our team. One location available …
The Making of a Smuggler’s Shop: Tale of Ronin’s Artistic Process Read More »
One of the main pillars of Tale of Ronin’s game design is freedom. A ronin, a masterless samurai, is free to do whatever they desire. This is in stark contrast to a samurai retainer, whose choices are often extremely limited by the wishes of their master. Many design elements are intended to simulate freedom. Players …
Role-playing is a fundamental aspect of Tale of Ronin. Each ronin you play as possesses unique characteristics, including specific skills. The game features a total of 15 skills divided into five distinct categories. Some give an advantage in combat, while others offer passive features to aid survival in the challenging world. Certain skills are utilized …