Anthony Le Gourriérec

Anthony Le Gourriérec

he/him

PhD Student in XR & Urban Lighting Perception · Digital Imaging Engineer · Passionate about immersive tech, light, and visual storytelling through 3D, XR, and photography.

The Last Apagnan

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Overview

The Last Apagnan is a game created in 48 hours for the ESIR 2024 Game Jam with the theme “Choose your end.” It was the winning game of the event, showcasing the team’s creativity and technical skills under pressure.

In this game, you play as a druid in search of the last Apagnan. Venturing into the ruins of an ancient civilization, you are armed with a deck of magic cards to help you on your quest. The game was a collaborative project between four friends with various skills in development, art, and sound design.

Key Skills Demonstrated:

  • Game Development: Created a fully functional game using Unity within a 48-hour deadline.
  • Project Management: Managed the project timeline, organized tasks, and ensured seamless collaboration.
  • Team Collaboration: Coordinated with developers, artists, and sound designers to successfully bring the game to life.

Technologies Used: Unity, FL Studio, Procreate, GitHub, Google Drive

Project Highlights

Key Features

  • 2.5D Puzzle Gameplay: A unique combination of 2D and 3D elements, created to challenge both the developers and the players.
  • Magic Card Mechanics: Players use a deck of magic cards to interact with the environment and solve puzzles.
  • Handcrafted Assets: Every game asset, except for the font, was created from scratch, contributing to the unique feel of the game.

Achievements

  • Winner of ESIR 2024 Game Jam: The game was awarded first place in the game jam, showcasing the team’s ability to deliver a polished and creative project within the time limit.
  • Collaborative Success: The team executed a well-coordinated process from brainstorming to final presentation, resulting in a well rounded project.
  • Creative Challenge: The team chose a 2.5D format as a challenge, despite the group’s prior experience being limited to either 2D or 3D.

Results

The final game, The Last Apagnan, won the ESIR 2024 Game Jam, demonstrating the team’s skill in rapid game development and creative problem-solving. The 2.5D design and handcrafted assets, along with the unique card mechanics, helped the game stand out from the competition.

You can play the game here:
Play The Last Apagnan

You can listen to the soundtrack here:
Listen to The Last Apagnan OST

Here are some visuals that showcase the different aspects of The Last Apagnan, highlighting its 2.5D gameplay and the handcrafted assets.

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Credits

This project was a collaborative effort between a group of friends, each contributing their unique skills to bring the game to life:

  • Kilian Marcelin: Project Manager and Developer
  • Anthony Le Gourrierec: Developer
  • Julie Batsalle: Artist
  • Mathys Geogeais: Composer and Sound Designer

Closing Thoughts

The Last Apagnan was a huge success, winning the ESIR 2024 Game Jam. The project demonstrated the team’s ability to come together, brainstorm effectively, and execute a polished prototype under tight time constraints. The team’s choice to work with 2.5D mechanics pushed the boundaries of their previous experience, making the win even more rewarding.

Interested in learning more about this project or collaborating on a future game? Contact me or explore more of my projects.