Fantasy RPG Worldbuilding: Insights from Goddess Order Devs

Pixel Tribe's Goddess Order: A Deep Dive into Pixel Art and Gameplay

This interview with Ilsun (Art Director) and Terron J. (Contents Director) from Pixel Tribe offers a fascinating glimpse into the development of their upcoming Kakao Games title, Goddess Order, a mobile action RPG.

Crafting Pixel Perfection

Droid Gamers: What inspires the pixel sprites?

Ilsun: The high-quality pixel art aims for a console-like feel, emphasizing narrative. Inspiration draws from countless games and stories, focusing on expressing form and movement through careful pixel arrangement. It's a cumulative process, drawing from everyday observations and collaborative brainstorming with the team. The initial characters, Lisbeth, Violet, and Jan, born from solo work, evolved through team discussions, shaping the game's art style. Character concepts often emerge from collaborative storytelling sessions with writers and designers, refining ideas through shared sketches and discussions.

World-Building from the Ground Up

Droid Gamers: How does world-building work in a fantasy RPG?

Terron J.: World-building starts with the characters. Lisbeth, Violet, and Jan provided the foundation. Their personalities, missions, and stories organically shaped the game's world. The characters' strength and vitality influenced the scenario writing, making it a uniquely engaging process. The emphasis on manual controls in the game reflects the power and agency of these characters.

Goddess Order Prologue Video

Designing Dynamic Combat

Droid Gamers: How are combat styles and animations designed?

Terron J.: Goddess Order's combat features three characters using linked skills. Design involves brainstorming and discussions to create unique character roles and strategic battle formations. Each character's role (e.g., powerful attacker, support healer) is carefully considered, with adjustments made to ensure smooth and engaging gameplay.

Ilsun: The art style visually represents these characteristics, considering weapon choice, appearance, and movements to emphasize personality. Despite the 2D pixel art, characters utilize three-dimensional movements, enhancing the visual impact. The team uses real-world props to study movement for authenticity.

Goddess Order 3-Member Chain Link Skill Video

Terron J.: Technical optimization is crucial for mobile performance. The team ensures smooth combat even on lower-spec devices without compromising cutscenes or gameplay.

The Future of Goddess Order

Ilsun: The game tells the story of the Lisbeth Knights saving the world. Future updates include expanding chapter scenarios, adding activities like quests and treasure hunts, continuous updates to origin stories, and advanced content with refined controls.

This interview highlights the collaborative and detail-oriented approach Pixel Tribe takes to game development, emphasizing character-driven storytelling and visually impactful gameplay.