At Ratloop Canada, our focus is always to bring fresh ideas that drive gamers towards the unexpected. But how, might you ask? We stand by this basic yet fundamental notion: Gameplay First. It's a simple concept that paves the way for us to create unique experiences.
Our mantra is not something we just say out loud. It guides our approach to game development, which in turn shapes our players' experience. Here are some of the key elements we abide by:
Nostalgia: Remember when gaming was a journey of discovery? We want to bring that back with new ways to play.
Fun: To us, Gameplay is what drives the most crucial factor in any videogame – the fun.
Longevity: A game's fundamental catalyst for a long life span is great Gameplay.
Priority: All other aspects of the game are also driven by it: narrative, realism, technology.
Innovation: Focusing on Gameplay allows us to create something truly unique.
Experimentation: Our innovative mentality invites us to explore and think outside the box.
Prototyping: Prototyping ensures our experiments achieve what we have envisioned.
Testing: Our "always playable" mindset helps to test and iterate at any stage of production.
All of these elements help us work towards our goals and keep track of our studio's mantra. What about you? What is YOUR mantra? Join our Discord and tell us!