Battle of Wu Xing: An experimental game based on the concept of Chinese’s Wu Xing
五行之戰：基於中國五行概念的實驗性遊戲
CHUN Yu Hin Scott
秦宇軒
BSc (Hons) MTI
"Scott is a passionate gamer and independent game developer with a wide range of creative ideas and interests. He is proficient in using tools such as 3ds Max, Unity, and Photoshop to create 3D models, textures, and develop games. He is also capable of producing AI-generated images—such as game icons and cutscene visuals—through locally deployed WebUI and ComfyUI workflows. In his creative practice, strong emphasis is placed on solid game content and scale, with priority given to gameplay experience. He is committed to ensuring that his games are accessible and enjoyable across all devices and for a broad audience. In team environments, he demonstrates strong collaboration and division of labor, willingly sharing insights and development experience while fully supporting team needs. A high level of trust and reliability is consistently maintained with teammates. Looking ahead, he aims to continuously improve his game development skills and develop a game that can be published across major gaming platforms."
Battle of Wu Xing is a 2.5D single-player action-fighting game that reimagines the Chinese Wu Xing philosophy as a core gameplay system rather than a surface-level aesthetic. Addressing the common limitation of commercial titles that underutilize elemental theory, the project embeds the cycles of generation and restraint directly into combat mechanics, creating a dynamic system where players must strategically switch elements in real time to gain advantage.
The game features a polymorphic AI architecture built on abstract inheritance, enabling diverse and adaptive enemy behaviors. A distinctive Dual-Resource System—Will and Endurance—adds tactical depth by balancing offensive capabilities and survivability. Combat is further enriched through long-range magical projectile clashes and real-time elemental countering.
Set within an immersive dark-folklore world enhanced by custom 3D visual effects, the game delivers a cohesive experience that integrates cultural philosophy, responsive combat design, and atmospheric storytelling. Iterative playtesting and user feedback were conducted to refine combat balance and player experience.
《五行之戰》是一款2.5D單人動作格鬥遊戲，旨在將中國傳統五行哲學由表層視覺元素轉化為核心玩法機制。針對現今多數商業遊戲未能充分運用五行理論的限制，本項目將「相生相剋」的循環規律深度融入戰鬥系統，玩家需在實時戰鬥中靈活切換元素，以建立策略優勢，提升戰術層次。
本遊戲透過抽象繼承實現多型（Polymorphism）AI架構，使敵人具備多樣且具適應性的行為模式。核心設計包括結合「意志」與「耐力」的雙資源系統，在攻防之間建立平衡，並透過遠距離魔法彈幕對撞與元素克制機制，強化戰鬥的節奏與深度。
遊戲背景設定於融合暗黑民俗風格的沉浸式世界，搭配自製3D視覺特效，營造獨特氛圍。透過反覆玩家測試與問卷回饋，持續優化戰鬥機制與整體遊玩體驗，使文化概念、系統設計與感官表現達致統一。
Tutor: Mr Jacky CHEUNG