Giulia Lisi

Neon Edge

— PROJECT NAME

Neon Edge


— ENGINE

Unreal Engine 4


— DATE

2024

Neon Edge is a project developed as a programming exercise and challenge to recreate the core mechanics of a soulslike. The main focus was on developing my skills as an Unreal Engine developer, with particular emphasis on enemy AI and the introduction of unique combat mechanics.


Gameplay Features:

Movement: Switch between free running and strafing for agile navigation.

Camera Lock: Lock onto enemies to improve targeting accuracy.

Guard & Parry: Use guarding and parrying to block and counter enemy attacks.

Attack Combos: Perform light and heavy attack combos for effective offense.

Guard Break Attack: Disrupt enemy defenses with powerful attacks.

Directional Roll: Dodge attacks and reposition with rolls.

Wall Slide & Wall Jump: Navigate the environment with wall slide and wall jump mechanics.

Jumping & Mid-Air Attacks: Combine jumping and mid-air attacks to engage enemies from different angles.


Mechanics Focus:

Enemy AI: Encounter enemies with distinct behaviors and attack patterns that offer a consistent challenge.

Combat Combos: Utilize light and heavy attack combos, along with mid-air and wall-jump attacks, to enhance your combat strategy and adaptability.

Dynamic Mobility: Use wall slides, wall jumps, and directional rolls to integrate movement with combat strategies effectively.


Neon Edge showcase reel

WHEN AND HOW

Neon Edge was created at the end of my Unreal Developer Course at Rainbow Academy