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Onat Hekimoglu, a versatile talent behind the narrative adventure game Harold Halibut, joins developer and educator Joe Nash for an insightful discussion. They unpack the creative journey of merging stop-motion animation with cutting-edge 3D technology over a 14-year span. Hear about the challenges of character design and the significance of narrative in gameplay. They also explore unique motion capture techniques and the ongoing evolution of game development technologies that shape their innovative approaches.
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- Onat Hekimoglu transitioned from filmmaking to game development, using storytelling to overcome budget constraints in creating Harold Halibut.
- The unique stop-motion animation style of Harold Halibut was achieved through photogrammetry techniques, enhancing the game's narrative-focused experience.
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Journey into Game Development
The journey into game development for Onat Hekimoglu began with a background in film, which fostered a desire to create compelling narratives. Frustrated by the challenges of finding funding for traditional filmmaking, he and his friends decided to explore game development as a means of storytelling without the constraints of budgets. They stumbled upon a user-friendly point-and-click adventure engine that prompted them to partner up and create their own game. This initial leap led to Hekimoglu enrolling in a master's program in game design, marking the foundation of his long-term commitment to developing Harold Halibut.
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