Retro-Inspired Unity 2D Action Game Development (DigDug Retro Game)
Budget: $30 – $250 USD
Job Title: Unity Game Developer – 2D Arcade Action Game (Dig Dug Style)
Project Overview
We are looking for a skilled Unity Developer to create a retro-inspired, 2D subterranean action game. The gameplay mechanics will be heavily influenced by the classic Dig Dug: players navigate a destructible dirt environment, defeat enemies by inflating them or dropping obstacles, and progress through increasingly difficult levels.
The project requires a full development cycle, including mechanics, UI, audio integration, and Game Center implementation.
Key Technical Requirements
• Engine: Unity (latest stable LTS version).
• Platform: iOS (optimized for mobile performance).
• Input: Virtual on-screen joystick for movement and a dedicated action button for the "pump/inflate" mechanic.
• Art Style: 2D Pixel Art (Assets to be provided by freelancer or sourced/integrated).
Scope of Work & Tasks
1. Core Mechanics & Physics
• Grid-Based Digging: Implement a tile-based destruction system where the player leaves a path behind them as they move through the "dirt."
• Inflation Combat: Develop a projectile/harpoon mechanic that attaches to enemies. Repeated button presses must "inflate" the enemy until they pop.
• Environmental Hazards: Create falling rock/object physics that can crush both the player and enemies when the dirt beneath them is removed.
2. Level Design & Content
• 50 Progressive Levels: Design and implement 50 levels with increasing difficulty, varying dirt patterns, and enemy density.
• Enemy AI (10 Variations): Develop 10 distinct enemy types. Behaviors should range from basic patrolling to "ghosting" through walls and increased movement speed.
3. Visuals & Audio
• Animations: Create smooth sprite animations for player movement, digging, pumping, and enemy death sequences.
• VFX: Implement particle effects for dirt digging and enemy "popping."
• SFX & Music: Integrate retro-style 8-bit sound effects (digging, walking, inflating) and a catchy, looping background music track that speeds up as the level nears completion.
4. Integration & UI
• Apple Game Center: Full integration of Leaderboards for high scores and Achievement tracking.
• UI/UX: Design a clean HUD showing current score, lives remaining, and level number, plus a polished Main Menu and Game Over screen.
Project Overview
We are looking for a skilled Unity Developer to create a retro-inspired, 2D subterranean action game. The gameplay mechanics will be heavily influenced by the classic Dig Dug: players navigate a destructible dirt environment, defeat enemies by inflating them or dropping obstacles, and progress through increasingly difficult levels.
The project requires a full development cycle, including mechanics, UI, audio integration, and Game Center implementation.
Key Technical Requirements
• Engine: Unity (latest stable LTS version).
• Platform: iOS (optimized for mobile performance).
• Input: Virtual on-screen joystick for movement and a dedicated action button for the "pump/inflate" mechanic.
• Art Style: 2D Pixel Art (Assets to be provided by freelancer or sourced/integrated).
Scope of Work & Tasks
1. Core Mechanics & Physics
• Grid-Based Digging: Implement a tile-based destruction system where the player leaves a path behind them as they move through the "dirt."
• Inflation Combat: Develop a projectile/harpoon mechanic that attaches to enemies. Repeated button presses must "inflate" the enemy until they pop.
• Environmental Hazards: Create falling rock/object physics that can crush both the player and enemies when the dirt beneath them is removed.
2. Level Design & Content
• 50 Progressive Levels: Design and implement 50 levels with increasing difficulty, varying dirt patterns, and enemy density.
• Enemy AI (10 Variations): Develop 10 distinct enemy types. Behaviors should range from basic patrolling to "ghosting" through walls and increased movement speed.
3. Visuals & Audio
• Animations: Create smooth sprite animations for player movement, digging, pumping, and enemy death sequences.
• VFX: Implement particle effects for dirt digging and enemy "popping."
• SFX & Music: Integrate retro-style 8-bit sound effects (digging, walking, inflating) and a catchy, looping background music track that speeds up as the level nears completion.
4. Integration & UI
• Apple Game Center: Full integration of Leaderboards for high scores and Achievement tracking.
• UI/UX: Design a clean HUD showing current score, lives remaining, and level number, plus a polished Main Menu and Game Over screen.
Related categories:
Mobile App Development
iPhone
Game Design
Unity 3D
Game Development
2D Animation
2D Game Art
Unity
Level Design
Pixel Art