The Last Mile
How to Spot and Tackle the Final Push in Development
Devbuddy is not just a Unity Development studio; we work behind the scenes to create exceptional products loved by millions worldwide. From original game development to cross-platform support, console porting, VR & AR development, educational applications, and everything in between, we offer unmatched experience and exceptional standards to bring your ideas to life.
"I had the pleasure of working with Wyatt Thornbury and his team at DevBuddy on three different projects: A virtual reality music concert and two different game titles. Wyatt and his team were integral to the design and development of everything from information architecture to gameplay mechanics and individual features. I highly recommend Wyatt and DevBuddy for any/all interactive products/experience with which you and your team(s) need assistance."
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At DevBuddy, we pride ourselves on our deep-rooted expertise in Unity development, honed through extensive hands-on experience across a spectrum of gaming projects. From conceptualization through to execution, we ensure every project is crafted to the highest standards, leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative design principles.
At DevBuddy, our developers lead the way in Unity-based game development. With deep-rooted expertise and a comprehensive mastery of gaming principles, our team consistently pushes the boundaries of what's possible.
Your success is our mission. At DevBuddy, we pledge to deliver not just on time and within budget, but with a level of quality that elevates your project beyond the ordinary. Choose us as your development partner and experience a game development process where excellence is built in from start to finish, and your vision is treated with the reverence it deserves.
At DevBuddy, our team is more than just skilled professionals; each member is equipped with a deep understanding and a passion for game development. Our commitment extends beyond merely meeting deadlines and budgets—we focus on exceeding expectations and bringing your gaming concepts to vibrant life. Discover the dedicated experts committed to making your project a resounding success.
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- Optimized Rendering of Film assets for use in Unity and VR. Created solution that allowed a scene with 1.7 BILLION triangles to run at 90 FPS. (Patented)
- Created a custom Fog solution using custom HLSL & CG code that hooked into Unity timeline to give artists fine control of environment look and feel.
- Developed a solution that allows Unity Timeline to output data to control external fans to give VR users more agency in the environment. (Patented)
Devbuddy built out a technical MVP for Swords of Secret, a captivating, geolocation-based adventure with dynamic combat and an engaging storyline, complete with quests and NPCs that draw players into the world. This included a robust technical architecture utilizing Playfab, Mapbox, and Lightship to create a system similar to Pokemon GO. The game consists of epic quests that lead to real-world rewards near the user's location, encouraging exploration and discovery of new areas.
- Cloud based content, accounts, & rewards
- Fully Developed Point of Interest System (Similar to Pokemon Go)
- Dialogue and Questing Systems
Devbuddy worked with vendor Future House Studio to successfully ported the custom C++ project into the Unity Engine for the Voxies team, enabling access to a significantly larger pool of community tools and talent. Our team meticulously ported the project on a 1-to-1 basis with the original codebase, ensuring that the game remained intact and familiar to players. Following the successful port, we handed off the project to the Voxies team of Unity developers, empowering them to focus on what they do best: creating an exceptional game.
Devbuddy managed animation import and diagnosis, creative vision for characters, tool creation, and synchronized character sequences to match pre-recorded music beats. Despite a challenging timeline, we successfully delivered 1 hour of meticulously synced and tailored sequences.
- 14 day timeline was extremely tight
- Created fully hand authored 1 hour show using minimal animations and creative direction
- Leveraged custom Timeline Playables to create seemless movement & animation blends
The first step begins with you. Share your vision, requirements, and expectations with us during an in-depth consultation. We'll discuss timelines, budgets, and the scope of work to ensure we're aligned with your goals.
Based on your inputs, our expert team will draft a comprehensive project plan. This will include milestones, deadlines, and a detailed budget breakdown. You'll have the opportunity to review and approve this plan before any work begins.
Once the plan is set, our team swings into action. We'll keep you in the loop with regular progress updates and milestone reviews, ensuring that the project aligns with your expectations at every step.
After rigorous testing and quality assurance checks, your polished Unity project is ready for launch. We'll deliver the project on time, within budget, and in line with the high-quality standards we promise.
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