The aim of this sprint is to have your functional outcome presentable to an end user or stakeholder — it should be working, understandable, and beginning to look good. The core parts should be finished so that all the parts work well together.
You will need to show evidence of your process. You can do this a variety of ways:
A overview each week
After completing a task in your project management
Key moments
Use bullet points, screen captures, gifs, images, written info to show this evidence.
*** We do not need every single detail - just key points and a quick summary. ***
Get into Trello (or whatever planning tool you are using) and break this sprint down to easy manageable tasks. You should have some sort of functional outcome so this focus is on making it presentable.
At the end of 4 weeks you should have something that can be trialled with end users. It's a refined outcome with complete content and strengthened UX. This sprint is where your outcome becomes “functional and presentable.” It should be suitable for client testing or feedback and showcase complexity through technique, logic, or execution.
Below are some examples to help you get started.
S2 Tasks:
Complete PBR texturing using tools like Substance Painter
Bake final AO, roughness, metallic maps
Rig for animation (if needed)
Implement in engine with material setup and lighting
Priorities:
Surface detail realism or stylised consistency
Engine-ready model (mesh, UVs, textures all functional)
File clean-up and hierarchy
MMP Testing Checklist:
Model looks correct with lighting and shaders
Textures load properly in engine
UV seams invisible or well hidden
Rig (if included) deforms correctly
File naming and structure are clean and logical
S2 Tasks:
Finalise character rigs and animations
Add detailed timing and easing
Composite layered scenes
Add advanced effects (particle smoke, glow, light flares)
Implement expressions or motion scripting (if applicable)
Priorities:
Expressive animation
Fully completed scenes (blocking + in-between)
Sound synced with visuals
MMP Testing Checklist:
Scene timing refined and matches narrative/emotion
Audio and animation fully synced
All animation principles (anticipation, follow-through, arcs) applied
Scenes composite seamlessly
Animations render correctly in engine or software
S2 Tasks:
Edit complete sequences (B-roll, transitions, FX)
Sync audio with visual cues
Use multiband EQ, noise gate, compression (for podcasts/music)
Export at multiple resolutions/formats
Priorities:
Balanced pacing and sound
Professional transitions
Well-structured timeline
MMP Testing Checklist:
Final edit includes transitions and effects
Music/SFX synced to beat or movement
Exported media plays without errors
Volume consistent across timeline
Scene flow and pacing are engaging
S2 Tasks:
Create complete assembly model with final dimensions
Add rendered materials, branding elements
Create exploded view and test simulations (motion or stress)
Refine output for CNC/3D print tolerances
Priorities:
Manufacturable file + fit accuracy
Clear presentation board
Efficient assembly structure
MMP Testing Checklist:
All parts fit and assemble digitally
CAM file or .stl exported cleanly
Exploded views show relationships
All measurements toleranced for production
Model looks refined in render
S2 Tasks:
Finalise visuals with texture, depth, contrast
Apply brand guidelines consistently
Create full campaign or series (multiple sizes/formats)
Export across media (print, screen, social)
Priorities:
Visual consistency
Powerful composition
Design system application
MMP Testing Checklist:
Consistent visual language across deliverables
Designs meet format requirements (bleed, DPI)
Hierarchy and layout visually effective
Assets exported in correct formats
Final mockups tested in real context
S2 Tasks:
Add additional levels/content (e.g. new enemies, items)
Improve player feedback (sound effects, screen shake, etc.)
Expand UI (score, health, inventory)
Optimise code and modularity
Priorities:
User experience and feedback clarity
Functionally complete game loop
Advanced mechanics (AI pathfinding, skill systems, etc.)
MMP Testing Checklist:
Game responds to user input smoothly
Game content is complete and loops correctly
All UI elements update correctly
Enemy or NPC AI functions as expected
All scenes or levels link without bugs
S2 Tasks:
Complete CRUD for all entities
Add filtering/search and pagination
Improve styling using responsive CSS or framework (e.g. Tailwind, Bootstrap)
Add user roles (admin/user), protected routes, validation
Priorities:
UX-friendly data interaction
Secure and usable backend
Structured codebase with MVC (or equivalent)
MMP Testing Checklist:
All pages accessible by role
DB entries create, read, update, and delete as expected
Form validation handles errors correctly
Works well on mobile and desktop
No duplicate/missing data
Refine and Enhance Features:
Improve and expand on the core features based on feedback from the MVP.
Add additional functionalities that provide value to users.
User Experience and Interface Improvements:
Enhance the UI/UX design to make the product more attractive and user-friendly.
Implement more detailed and polished design elements.
Performance Optimisation:
Optimise the code to improve the product’s performance and responsiveness.
Ensure the product works smoothly across different devices and platforms.
Advanced Testing:
Conduct more thorough testing, including usability testing, performance testing, and compatibility testing.
Fix bugs and improve overall product stability.