The key theme of our game is "Swarms", which is an umbrella term for, but not limited to: flocks, shoals, and herds. We aim to display swarm behaviours and the key reasoning for them, which is survival. Animals that swarm tend to be "prey" animals, such as smaller birds, fish, insects, and passive mammals. Science has recently found that these swarms form as a way of confusing predators, as well as making the collective look more threatening and decreasing their chances of being hunted. (Olson, R., et. al, (2013))

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It has also been found that swarms form for migration purposes, with birds and insects utilising it as a method of keeping members of a flock or colony together. We hope to display this both in the predators the player faces, as well as the journey itself. One represents the reliance on a swarm for survival and progression, while the other demonstrates migration patterns that swarms form to undertake.

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(Game Title) is a single-player exploration-adventure collect-a-thon, with a low poly art style. This was after much deliberation about potential mechanics and artistic aesthetics. We wanted the game to be single-player so that the player could experience building and heading the swarm. Additionally, we feel that low poly would not only be a good way to have a distinctive and consistent art style but also allow the player to focus on the swarm building mechanic. Many games developers feel similar when it comes to low poly (https://www.gamedeveloper.com/art/why-are-so-many-devs-employing-a-retro-low-poly-mid-1990s-aesthetic-).

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The exploration-adventure aspect comes from our want to have the player explore the environment while on their journey, and add a layer to the immersion. With our low poly art style we hope to create a pleasing aesthetic for the player to observe while playing the game.