This page contains a Flash digital edition of a book.
CREATIVITY: NEW IP


Brink (Splash Damage)


Set in a floating city called The Ark, Splash Damage’s Brink blended single-player, co-op and multiplayer gameplay to create a unique team-based shooter that was one of the most stylish new IPs released last year.


Dear Esther (Thechineseroom)


Uncompromisingly experimental, but Dear Esther secured itself a wealth of critical acclaim and a passionate cult following thanks to its atmospheric soundtrack and narrative-led play. By discarding level ups, buttons for interaction nor the ability to run and jump, Thechineseroom created a thought provoking experience unlike anything else.


Frozen Synapse (Mode 7 Games)


Taking place in a neon-lit future, this game saw players plan a series of moves and direct a squad of armed combatants in a bid to eliminate an array of enemies. The title was a critical success, garnering praise for its stylish visuals and electronica influenced soundtrack.


Monstermind (Bossa Studios)


Monstermind mixes of retro villains, B-Movie sensibility and innovation: it was the first real time player vs player game to land on Facebook. Its clever stylings boasted more B-movie monsters than you can shake a 49 ½ Foot Woman at, making it an essential social title.


My Horse (NaturalMotion Games)


My Horse has managed to sustain half a million daily active users since its launch in September 2011 and is one of the most successful free to play titles to trot onto iOS.


Zombies, Run! (Six to Start & Naomi Alderman)


Six to Start’s Zombies, Run! breathed life back into the fitness app by giving users a reason to run for their life. Zombies, Run got pulses racing with an innovative use of audio playback that changes based on where you run to and takes emphasis away from the screen.


10 | Develop Industry Excellence Awards 2012


www.developawards.com


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44  |  Page 45  |  Page 46  |  Page 47  |  Page 48