KINGDOM HEARTS ONLINE

Introduction

Dive into a world where action and adventure converge in a universe inspired by Kingdom Hearts. In this captivating multiplayer game, up to three players can take control of some of the saga's most iconic heroes: Sora, Riku, and Aqua, with the promise of integrating other characters in the future.

Two exciting game modes await you:
- The first is the Boss mode, where your goal is to defeat formidable opponents. Face legendary bosses such as Darkside, Demon Tower, Dark Aqua, and even the dreaded Sephiroth. Choose from different difficulties to take on ever greater challenges.
- The second mode, the Arena, invites you to face a multitude of Heartless creatures up to level HR100. In this intense survival mode, you'll unlock new difficulties and additional bosses as you progress.

Prepare for epic battles, challenging trials, and unforgettable moments as you explore the mysteries of this fantastic world, alongside your friends and favorite heroes from Kingdom Hearts. Are you ready to take on the challenge and become a legend?

Game Development

The entire game system, except from the online system, is based on the previous foundation of the Unknown project.
Resources used in the game are sourced from Kingdom Hearts 3, including music and sound effects, to stay true to the game in its entirety. Game balancing is based on the level 50 cap of Kingdom Hearts, as are the bosses in the game.

For online functionality, the game utilizes Steam's relay servers, as it cannot be validated directly on Steam. The game operates on a peer-to-peer (P2P) connection model.

This project marks the second instance where I've meticulously drafted the game design document to ensure consistent progress without deviating from the original concept's identity.

Challenges Faced

The main challenges were primarily the sorting of all files, which proved to be very time-consuming. Additionally, the online system for synchronization and the game interface posed significant challenges, requiring extensive development time.

Conclusion

After careful planning and dedicated development, this project was born using the foundations of an older version of the "Unknown" project. The addition of the multiplayer experience is exclusive to this project, captivating and inspired by Kingdom Hearts. By integrating resources from Kingdom Hearts 3, such as music and sound effects, I aimed to preserve the essence of the original game while introducing new gameplay elements.

Despite the challenges faced, notably the integration of the multiplayer mode using the foundations of the old version of the "Unknown" project, which was initially focused on AI as well as character and shader management, I managed to overcome these obstacles to deliver a rewarding gaming experience. Despite the use of abandoned Steam servers for online functionality, the project was able to move forward successfully.

This project also highlights the importance of effective project management, with carefully crafted project specifications that helped maintain focus on the initial vision while integrating new features. Although the project is not available due to the availability of two mods that can accomplish the equivalent of this project - one mod for online mode and one mod for the Arena - I am proud of the achievements of this project.