Concept Template Document for Exergame

Prepared for Mayadem Technology library by Can Mehmet Uyanık.

General Overview

• Platform: Can be developed in 2D or 3D formats.
• Reference Games: Just Dance Series, Zumba Series, Active Life Series.
• Gameplay: Designed to promote physical movement, exergames combine music, sound, characters, and visuals to create a high-energy, engaging experience. Players mimic the gestures and movements of on-screen characters, often tracked by cameras or motion controllers.

Just Dance

Core Features

Modes of Play:

• Single-player or multiplayer (party game).

Feedback:

• Player performance is tracked through camera-based motion recognition or motion controllers, rewarding accurate movements with scores.

Aesthetic:

• High-tempo, energetic, and cheerful design to encourage physical activity and enjoyment.

Equipment:

• Typically, no physical equipment is needed. Any objects or tools included are purely cosmetic.

Characters

Design:

• Characters are lively, energetic, and designed to inspire movement.
• In most cases, players mimic the character’s movements rather than controlling them directly. In certain console games, direct control might be possible.

Actions:

• Actions vary based on the game and can include:
• Standard exergame moves: running, jumping, squatting, dancing.
• Thematic moves: silent walking, climbing, throwing, working (e.g., mining, crafting), etc.

Customization:

• While character abilities remain fixed, cosmetic changes, including full customization, may be possible.

Levels and Environments

Design:

• Levels are usually set on static screens, though racing-themed games may have moving cameras.
• Levels are arranged by increasing difficulty, with clear indicators for players.

Settings:

• Reflect the game’s theme, such as dance floors, race tracks, city streets, clubs, or beaches.

Story, NPCs, Obstacles, Enemies

Storyline:

• Exergames typically lack a story but may include simple narratives, such as preparing for a dance competition or improving skills for a tournament.

NPCs and Obstacles:

• There are generally no enemies or obstacles unless the game is racing-themed. NPCs might appear as part of the narrative but do not impact gameplay.

Rewards and Bonuses

Rewards:

• Given for completing specific tasks or achieving flawless move combinations.

Bonuses:

• Rarely affect gameplay, except in racing games. Possible bonuses include removing penalty points or unlocking cosmetics.
• Players may earn bonuses by watching ads or purchasing them with real money.

Indicators and HUD

• Essential Information Displayed:
• Combination counts, scores, and performance feedback.