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Team name: Unequa Project name: The Red States (working title) Brief description: This project is a FPS single player game based in a post-World War III San Francisco in 1984 during the Russian and Cuban occupancy. I (currently being the only member) started writing the script and researching suitable 3D engines about 2 months ago, so it is still very early in the production process. I personally believe that there are too many games that overlook the AI and character interaction aspect of games, and therefore the defining feature of this game that will truly set it apart from other FPS's will be focused on just that. An engaging story and compelling characters will be the driving point of interest of this game, as opposed to just having the flashiest graphics or gimmick-y gameplay. Target aim: Online Retail (via Direct2Drive, Steam, possibly custom-made online market if deemed necessary). Compensation: There is a budget for this project, but it is small and mostly reserved for tools, engines, etc.., so there are 2 options for payment. 1) Percentage of potential revenue: You will be guaranteed a fair percentage of all revenue based on level of contribution. 2) Cash (via PayPal, check, or actual cash): If you prefer the money upfront, this is also a possibility for some positions. We'll discuss a fair rate based on quality & quantity of work. *Note that before any actual work is done, everything will be written up in a contract to relieve any ambiguity regarding payment and expectations of work. Also please note that if you prefer money upfront, then naturally the expectation of work quality will be quite a bit higher. Technology: Target system: PC + Mac, possibly console if funding is acquired (but that's being extremely optimistic). Engine: C4, Torque 3D, or Unity. I'd like all team members to have an open discussion about engine preference based on ease of use, engine pros and cons, extensibility, and preexisting familiarity. Programming Language: C++ and/or engine scripting (this depends on the engine chosen). Programming Tools: Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Express Texture Tools: Photoshop, GIMP (artists preference). 3D Tools: 3D Studio Max, Blender, Lightwave (artists preference). Talent needed: Storyboard/concept artist - able to draw environments as well as characters in a realistic manner. Environmental 3D artist - textures and 3D models. Experience with any of the aforementioned engines is a plus. 3D artist (in the future..) - characters with rigging and animation, and scene props. Experience with any of the aforementioned engines is a plus. *Please note that I'm looking for long-term members to join a team, not one-off contracts. Team structure: Chris (me): Project Manager/Programmer/Writer. I work professionally as a Senior Software Architect and Project Manager, my biggest programming strengths being 3D graphics and AI. Website: none yet.. Contacts: Email/chat: ChrisASmith189@gmail.com or send me a PM.. Previous Work by Team: My website with a bunch of programming code samples: http://applicachia.com/ Additional Info: Current Status of Project: The outline of the story has been written, and all characters have been defined. Currently, we need to a storyboard/concept artist to create some art for the game to begin to visually flesh out the characters and environments to really bring them from an idea to a more tangible entity. General Info: As a team, I'd like everyone to feel free to contribute or lend their opinion to any aspect that interests them. i.e. If someone has an idea for the story, art style, AI, etc, feel free to voice your opinion. I'd like this game to be collaboratively created as much as possible in all aspects. Story Background: The year is 1984 and following the Russian & Cuban assault on the U.S. during WWIII in 1982, the U.S. has sunken into a state of chaos. There are now two groups fighting to control what’s left of the United States: The Pact and the Natives. 'The Pact' (named after the Warsaw Pact) is made up of the existing U.S. government at the time of the war, and the Russian & Cuban militaries that originally bombed and occupied the U.S. The Natives are a continuously growing group of U.S. rebels who fight against the occupancy of the foreign militaries and the U.S. traitors who are profiting off of the repression and killing of U.S. civilians. You are a civilian living in one of the civilian camps in San Francisco, and have been since the occupancy 2 years ago. Up until today you have done what you were told and have kept a low profile. Your father, however, has been causing continued problems for the Pact and has been targeted for immediate extermination. In an effort to save your father and break the civilians free of their imprisoned lives, you must join the Natives and rise up against Pact. Feedback: Any