PROJECT / PORTFOLIO
Arcade-Style Runner.
01 / OVERVIEW
About the project.
The Arcade Runner is a promotional game originally developed for Radio Teddy live events. Designed for young children, the game combines accessible arcade gameplay with physical interaction. Initially controlled using custom Cat Door Trackers, the setup was later upgraded to use an L-TEK dance station controller.
Players guide Teddy through obstacle-filled levels, avoiding or jumping over obstacles while collecting musical notes. The game features three levels with increasing difficulty, offering a simple but engaging experience for live event environments.
The original game concept was subsequently adapted into several promotional variations, including a rebranded version for Frank & Seine Freunde featuring its own characters, as well as a soccer-themed edition with additional gameplay features.
02 / PROJECT INFORMATION
Project details.
Classification
Client Work
Year / Period
2018 - 2024
My Role
Unity Developer, Gameplay Programmer, 3D Artist
Platform
Windows PC
Technologies
Unity, C#, 3D Modeling, Rigging, Animation
03 / KEY FEATURES
Features that shape the experience.
- Dance Mat Controls - Physical dance mat and cat door button input allows children to control the game through movement.
- Arcade Runner Gameplay - Navigate through obstacle-filled environments, jumping and avoiding hazards while collecting notes.
- Progressive Difficulty - Three playable levels with different difficulty settings.
- 3D Character Development - Custom-designed and animated 3D character models.
- Multiple Game Variations - Adaptations for different brands, characters, and promotional themes.
- Soccer-Themed Edition - A dedicated variation featuring additional gameplay mechanics and features.
- Performance Optimization - Optimized for event PCs with limited graphics hardware.
04 / PROJECT SHOWCASE
Inside the project.
05 / DEVELOPMENT
Behind the project.
The game was developed in Unity, with responsibility for the complete gameplay programming and much of the 3D content creation.
Character Creation
For this project, I completed the entire 3D character pipeline for the first time, including modeling, UV unwrapping, texturing, rigging, and animation. The main character, Teddy, went through several iterations before reaching its final appearance.
Gameplay and Level Design
I programmed the complete gameplay, including player movement, obstacle interactions, jumping, and collectible items. The three levels were created using Unity Terrain, with increasing difficulty to provide progression throughout the experience.
Additional Assets and Effects
Beyond the main character, I created additional 3D assets, including the White House and Radio House models. I also produced custom 2D skybox textures, particle effects, and recorded voice effects for Teddy.
Performance Optimization
One of the main technical challenges was the target hardware. The game had to run on standard event PCs without dedicated graphics cards. This required performance optimization to ensure smooth gameplay on relatively limited hardware.
Promotional Variations
Following the original Radio Teddy version, the game concept was adapted for other promotional projects. The Frank & Seine Freunde edition introduced a new visual identity and its own characters, while the soccer-themed variation expanded the gameplay with additional features.
These adaptations required extending and modifying the original game to accommodate different themes and requirements while retaining its accessible arcade gameplay.