game development

Build an original 3D model in either SketchUp or Blender.

Project may be completed using Linux, Windows, or OS X. 

Grade Sheet:

2 points for any original 3D model saved in COLLADA (.dae) format.

2 points for more than one texture mapped to model geometry.

2 points for smooth shading (averaged normal vectors).

2 points for a concave manifold such as a torus or knot incorporated into a more complicated model.

2 points for creativity.

Create an original game using physics simulation.

Project may be completed using Linux, Windows, or OS X and may use Blender or Unity or SceneKit.

Grade Sheet:

3 points for displaying and changing game score (points/lives/whatever) based on physics interactions such as collision.

3 points for a 2D overlay (HUD style) user interface.

3 points for using player input to interact with physics simulation.

3 points for written game instructions.

3 points for creativity.