• Role: Gameplay Programmer, UI/UX Programmer

• Platforms: Playstation 5

• Engine: Unity Engine

Gameplay Enhancements for Mystic Pillars Remastered (PS5)

This project involved porting the existing Mystic Pillars game to the PS5 platform, requiring significant enhancements to leverage the new hardware and provide a superior user experience.  This necessitated a rapid learning curve to effectively utilize the PS5's capabilities.

DualSense Integration:

• Building upon the existing Unity input system implementation from previous console releases, I adapted the control scheme for the DualSense controller.  This involved integrating its advanced features, including haptic feedback, rumble, and gameplay audio through the controller's speaker.  

• I utilized the PlayStation SDK to implement these features, creating a more immersive and engaging experience.

Visual Enhancements and Optimization:

• To meet the expectations of the console audience, I upscaled the game's textures to 4K resolution. This introduced memory management challenges on the PS5 hardware.  I addressed these by employing profiling tools, sprite atlasing, and Unity's compression system to optimize performance and prevent memory leaks, ensuring smooth gameplay.

User Experience and PlayStation Compliance:

• The game's user experience was redesigned for the PS5 using DoTween, Canvas, and the Input System. 

•  I also integrated PlayStation-specific features such as achievements, seamless loading (leveraging the SSD), and a "Continue Play" option to meet platform requirements and enhance user convenience.

Save and Load System Overhaul:

• The previous SQL-based save system was outdated and incompatible with the PS5.  I implemented a new file-based system using JSON format for storing level data and player preferences. This new system supports multiple user profiles on a single console.