windup - Zahrah Rasheed

Project: Wind-Up Wonder

Dive into my journey through Wind-Up Wonder, my first 3D game and fourth overall project in the game development industry, explore my role and contributions.

Role: Gameplay Programmer Team Size: 4 Genre: 3D Racing Car Duration: 6 weeks Tools Used: Unity, C#, Github.

7th June 2025

Game Overview

Wind-Up Wonder is a 3D racing game featuring a toy car powered by a wind-up key. Players twist the key to launch the car and race through a whimsical, key-themed room filled with obstacles, and jump pads. The goal is to finish the course as fast as possible by skillfully balancing speed, timing, and control.

7th June 2025

Obstacle & Physics Tuning

enhanced the player experience by designing interactive obstacles and fine-tuning physics for smoother movement, adding challenge and making gameplay more dynamic and engaging.

7th June 2025

Checkpoint & Respawn System

I implemented a checkpoint system that respawns the player at the nearest saved point after falling. It ensures smoother progression, reduces frustration, and keeps players engaged by avoiding full restarts.

7th June 2025

Level Design

Worked on crafting the player experience by designing parts of the map layout, placing obstacles to add challenge, and implementing checkpoints in optimal positions for smooth respawning. Focused on creating a balanced level that supports fun, flow, and player progression.