Overview
Starcade: Digital Arcade is a mobile game that brings the excitement of classic arcade games into one digital platform. Designed as a collection of fast-paced, retro-inspired mini-games, it delivers short-session gameplay, high replayability, and a nostalgic arcade feel—modernized for mobile users. The game features a central hub, multiple game genres, and a reward system to keep players engaged across sessions.
Design Brief
- Develop short, addictive arcade-style mini-games across various genres.
- Design a central hub where players can access games, track scores, and earn rewards.
- Implement a token-based progression system, random rewards mechanics, and unlockable cosmetics.
- Designed unique mini-games (e.g., shooter, endless runner, rhythm, platformer, puzzle).
- Ensured each game had simple controls, random/surprise factor and difficulty, and leaderboard support.
- Unified scoring and rewards with a shared token economy across all games.
Result
- Used by partners and brands as part of digital campaigns and event activations.
- Fostered a growing community of competitive players through leaderboards and timed challenges.
- 4.6/5 Google play review
Roles in the Project
- Led all aspects of game design
- Designed the meta-progression and in-game economy (token system, gacha, unlockables).
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (art, audio, dev) to unify design, tone, and user experience.
