TCH072 Game Design 2 - Final Exam Review

Vectors are based on paths rather than points which means they can be scaled to any size without losing what?

• Export options

• Polygons

• Marketability

• Quality

Answer explanation

Vector graphics are defined by paths rather than pixels meaning they can easily be scaled without any loss of quality.

What type of images are created with a grid of tiny pixels (dots of color)?

• Box

• Bespoke

• Bitmap

• Tiled

Answer explanation

Bitmap images are defined by pixels. Bitmaps usually allow for more detail, but do not scale easily and can lead to a pixelated look.

If you want to create something with a smooth, curved surface, what type of modeling would you most likely use?

• High resolution modeling

• Organic modeling

• Character modeling

• Box modeling

Answer explanation

As the name implies, organic modeling is a technique used to create organic objects made up of smooth, curved surfaces (humans, monsters, sculpted details, etc.).

What are programs like Maya and 3D Studio Max used for?

• Sharing and receiving data

• Advertising and marketing games

• Mixing music

• Commercial art production

Answer explanation

Maya and 3DS Max are 3D modeling software packages (like Blender) that are considered industry standard. They are used for 3D asset creation and animation.

3D artwork is created by filling 2D space with polygons and giving them different what so that the 2D space seems to be 3D?

• Values

• Shades

• Heights

• Angles

What term refers to something that is described as an individual vector in space and is also called what?

• Vertex

• Object

• Viewpoint

• Polygon

Answer explanation

3D models are made up of three geometric forms - vertices, edges, and faces.

A vertex is one single point on a model.

What mode does Blender start in by default?

• Build mode

• Object mode

• Sculpt mode

• Edit mode

To bring an object from Blender into Unity, you find the blend file and drag it into the assets folder. Unity will use what to prepare 3D objects for use in the game engine?

• Export tools

• Viewport tools

• Asset store

• FBX importer

Answer explanation

The FBX file format (.fbx) is commonly used for importing 3D models and animations into a game engine.

Ludic spaces are areas which have been designed to support the game system and do what for gameplay?

• Merge it

• Weaken it

• Reinforce it

• Stabilize it

In a hunting game, which of the following metrics is most important to the hunter (player)?

• Trigger zones

• Line of sight

• Portals

• Hizing zones

Answer explanation

One of the most important metrics is a player's line of sight - where the player's avatar is pointing within the context of the virtual space.

In a game focused on hunting, the player's ability to see the environment would be a crucial component.