Title: “Squid Trials”
Moodboard
Emotions: Anxiety, Curiosity, and Triumph
Setting:
A dystopian world where individuals with financial struggles are lured into participating in a
series of life-threatening games.
The game takes place in an enclosed, surreal and abstract arena, with various platforms and stages representing different trials.
Inspirations:
Squid Game (Netflix series)
The Hunger Games
The Maze Runner
The Platform
Main Character:
The protagonist is an unnamed individual who struggles with debt and is desperate for a chance at redemption.
They are customizable avatars to allow players to immerse themselves in the game.
Narrative:
The protagonist receives an invitation to participate in the “Spectrum Squid Trials,” a mysterious competition that promises to resolve all their financial problems.
As the protagonist progresses through the trials, they uncover secrets about the organizers and their true intentions.
The protagonist must make crucial decisions that impact the game’s outcome.
Vibe:
A blend of surrealism and suspense, with a strong contrast between the game’s innocent appearance and its sinister reality.
Emotions:
Anxiety: Players will feel tense as they navigate dangerous obstacles and make life-altering choices.
Curiosity: Players will be intrigued by the game’s hidden motives and its mysterious organizers.
Triumph: Players will experience a sense of accomplishment when they overcome challenging trials.
Gameplay:
The game consists of a series of trials, each presenting unique challenges and requiring strategic thinking.
The trials range from platforming puzzles to reflex-testing mini-games.
Each trial can be completed within a few minutes, making the game easily accessible for short play sessions.
Types of Fun:
Fellowship: Players will need to form teams amongst the regular teammates to form factions to complete their tasks.
Challenge: Players will need to strategize and adapt to the ever-changing trials.
Exploration: Players will be encouraged to investigate the world and uncover hidden secrets.
Social: The game could feature a multiplayer mode where players compete against one another or cooperate to complete trials.
Obstacles:
Traps and hazards: The trials are filled with dangerous obstacles designed to eliminate participants.
Timed trials: Some trials require players to complete tasks within a set time limit, adding pressure and urgency.
Moral choices: Players will be faced with decisions that have a significant impact on the game’s narrative.”
Spotify Playlist:
“Paint It, Black” by The Rolling Stones
“Breathe” by The Prodigy
“Radioactive” by Imagine Dragons
“Mad World” by Gary Jules
“Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes
“Boulevard of Broken Dreams” by Green Day
“Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)” by Eurythmics
“Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears
