BeatBlitz

BeatBlitz is a rhythm-based action-platformer where gameplay visuals and music are tightly synced. Inspired by retro aesthetics and dynamic audio-reactive combat, players control Lyrik, a Rhythmkeeper, battling through levels driven by the beat.

As one of the Game Designers, I developed the core gameplay systems, designed module levels adaptable to music tracks and created enemy behaviours that respond rhythmically. I collaborated with artists and programmers to ensure a cohesive, beat-driven experience.

Summary

I led the game design and contributed across multiple areas of development to bring BeatBlitz to life. My work focused on syncing gameplay with music, designing responsive levels and enemies and ensuring visual cohesion through assets and parallax layers.

Game Design

Art & Visual Direction

  • Directed character and enemy design, focusing on silhouette clarity and musical theming.

  • defined a parallax layering system with 4 depth-based asset categories.

  • Created modular platform assets to allow adjustable difficulty and pacing.

  • Established visual cues for attacks and interactions using glitch and neon aesthetics.

  • Designed a core gameplay loop tied to rhythm and beat syncing.

  • Developed modular level layouts adaptable to different music tracks.

  • Created enemy types with attack patterns and visual/audio cues.

  • Designed boss mechanics that scale in complexity and intensity.

Implementation & Collaboration

  • Coordinated with artists and programmers to ensure synchronised gameplay.

  • Contributed to level concept drawings with layer differentiation and movement cues.

  • Assisted in SFX direction, identifying needed sounds and syncing them to in-game events.

  • Ensured gameplay, visuals and audio aligned through consistent iteration and feedback.