Squirrelsyphus

Devlog

• Zeus Character Design
  March 11, 2026 by carmlikeparm

  Once we completed Squirrelsyphus' design, it was time to move onto Zeus' character. We wanted to maintain the anamorphic theme throughout the game. By using squirrelsyphus' build, we further modified... Continue reading

  
• Playtest Update Video
  March 10, 2026 by Drarryl

  This video discusses that main feedback we received, and our plans moving forward... Continue reading

  
• UI-Log-01
  March 10, 2026 by Drarryl

  This is a preview of the current layout of UI elements that we have for the game so far!... Continue reading

  
• Playtesting & The Return Of The King/Acorn
  March 04, 2026 by OwlGames

  With the multiple playtests, we got a LOT of valuable feedback that we are taking forward to the rest of the game. We created a level called "tutorial," which acted as a sort of playing ground for tes... Continue reading
• Squirrelsyphus retopology
  March 01, 2026 by carmlikeparm

  While attempting to texture our character, we found that the topology of our low poly mod was extremely disorganized and unreadable. We went back to Maya to manually retopologize it in an attempt to m... Continue reading

  
• General-Demo-01
  February 04, 2026 by Drarryl#tech, #demo, #art, #level, #design

  New Demo demonstrates a change in level/art design and new tech mechanics... Continue reading

  
• Squirrelsyphus rigging
  February 03, 2026 by carmlikeparm

  We were able to rig our character on Mixamo. The only issue is that he now has no colour. One of our members is currently working on adding texture to his rigged body... Continue reading

  
• The Egg Design
  February 02, 2026 by lmk2003

  I made an egg and then added some Greek-style patterns on it to give it a more mythical vibe. As long as it works out fine in Unreal, I'm definitely planning on adding some more textures and design, b... Continue reading

  
• Character design
  February 01, 2026 by carmlikeparm

  For squirrelsyphus' character design, we decided on a humanoid squirrel. Squirrelsyphus' physique is an important component of his character, so we decided to give him extremely large muscles. Using a... Continue reading

  
• Level-Log1
  January 31, 2026 by OwlGames

  Hello! It's me, Nik! Using UE5 landscaping tools, I was able to (painstakingly) create a greyboxed level design for the start of the mountain trek for Squirrelsyphus. I also implemented a Blueprint cl... Continue reading

  
• Tech-Demo
  January 30, 2026 by Drarryl#tech, #demo

  A demonstration of various tech elements that the game will have... Continue reading

  
• Tech-Log-01
  January 29, 2026 by Drarryl#tech, #devlog

  Timestamp: 01-29-2026 A chain that connects the player to the Acorn. Future plans: Having the chain pull the player when the Acorn is rolling away... Continue reading

  
• Game Design Doc
  January 23, 2026 by sk1bn

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  Link to the Squirrelsyphus GDD (still updating) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XJvWC-VlnCL44dEpaEuutMJLEFSQCKs18d56DLakXng/edit?usp=sharing... Continue reading
• Creative Brief
  January 23, 2026 by sk1bn

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  ‘Squirrelsyphus’ Creative Brief 2026-01-23 3D Game Design. Prof. Emma Westecott. Team: Nik, Darryl, Jeff, Jenny, Crystal, Oliver, Laila, Carmela, Erik, Adam, Enoch. Summary: Squirrelsyphus is a si... Continue reading