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Platform
Indiegogo
Backers
13
Start date
Jun 07, 2023
Close date
Jul 24, 2023
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Concept

A brand new story driven Role Playing Video Game for PC and Console. Backed by industry veterans.

Story

The Year is 2114…

Experience a brand-new story-driven RPG game this summer, starting with Project UN: Taradene. The first title from SKC Games Studio will be released in episodes to Early Access backers, with the complete story coming to PC and console audiences in 2025.

Early Access users can expect monthly updates starting from August 2023.

 

We’ve achieved a lot already, including:

  • Recruited a BAFTA Award Winning Team
  • Created a holistic story spanning 5 titles
  • Created the story for the first title, Project UN: Taradene
  • Completed our technology stack
  • Created main characters and locations
  • Developed SKC AI NPC Characters

Now, we’re looking for contributors who want to join us in shaping and influencing our initial Project UN: Taradene video game title. We’ll be releasing the game in episodes via Early Access, and alongside our exceptional perks, you’ll have the opportunity to truly be a part of our development team and our video game.

 

The Game

Project UN (United Nations) is an open-world, science fiction RPG series that blends shooting, stealth, and hacking gameplay mechanics with a strong emphasis on story and character development.

The series is comprised of three story tiers, including

  1. a holistic five-game narrative arc
  2. the main story of the first game
  3. smaller, character-driven storylines linked to main and side missions.

Currently, SKC Games Studio is working on the first title in the series, Project UN: Taradene, set in the year 2114. Players will have the opportunity to play as both Hamish (stealth and hacking specialist) and Teri (a shoot first ask questions later combat specialist).

Story at heart…

At its core, Project UN is all about storytelling and character development.

Players will have the power to shape the narrative through their interactions and key decisions, such as deciding whether to spare or kill a character. Dialogue choices and branches will be available during conversations with NPCs, powered by the SKC AI NPC platform, with some decisions having significant consequences on the storyline.

Characters will have believable motivations and POVs, with morally ambiguous storytelling that offers shades of grey.

Locations

Project UN is an open-world RPG set across three distinct environments.

Earth

The first is Earth, which will feature multiple locations such as the Isle of Eigg and Isle of Rùm (Hamish’s home), Coromandel (the Maori tribe and the assassin’s father’s home, as well as a restaurant in Pananui), Colchester, London, and Stonehenge.

Taradene (an Alien world)

The game also features Taradene, an alien planet that serves as a playable location for many missions. The planet boasts lush forests and vegetation, as well as harsh, mining-focused regions. Due to the planet’s stronger gravitational effect compared to Earth, Taradeneans are generally stronger than humans.

The Bridge

The Bridge is a space station located between Earth and Taradene in the game. Players travelling between the two planets will need to spend time acclimatising at The Bridge. The station includes several areas such as the Pleasure Dome, Prison, Offices and Apartments.

 

Appeal

The game offers elements to appeal to a broad demographic, including:

  • Each game has its own story, but follows a holistic narrative across the series, so players can join at any stage.
  • Project UN: Taradene features 20 episodes and 80 sub-missions.
  • Gameplay is switchable between first and third person.
  • Early Access includes the SKC AI NPC Platform, which enables real-time, human like NPC interactions.
  • The player assumes the roles of a human named Hamish and a Taradene native named Teri, both employed by the UN Interplanetary Investigation Organisation to investigate interplanetary crimes.
  • Some missions require a specific character, others offer a choice, and some involve jumping between the two.
  • The game will be available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox upon formal release.
  • To sign up for Early Access to the PC version, see the perks on the right.

The SKC AI NPC Platform

This is a revolutionary technology developed by SKC Games Studio and its AI Partners X&Immersion. Unlike other large language model AIs, it offers a unique and personalised experience for the player, enhancing the overall gameplay. The platform allows for natural dialogue between NPCs and the player, taking into account the context of the game, the player’s actions, and the NPC’s background and motivations.

 

The SKC AI NPC Platform is not dependent on any specific large language model provider, ensuring that the player’s experience remains consistent regardless of any changes in the industry. Early Access users can enjoy free-flowing conversations with two NPCs, while other NPCs will have personalized dialogue that is integrated into the game’s story narrative and historical context.

Players can expect a wholly immersive experience, with NPCs discussing the player’s interests, in-game experiences, and relationships with other characters. As the game progresses, the dialogue becomes increasingly rich and nuanced, providing players with a unique and unforgettable gaming experience.

The Bridge Metaverse

In addition to the game, we will also be launching our own version of the Metaverse, which will be located on The Bridge. The Bridge will serve as a safe space where players can socialize with friends in a setting that is connected to various elements of the Project UN: Taradene story and locations.

At The Bridge, players will have the opportunity to relax in their own apartments, socialize with friends at the bar, play mini-games such as pool, darts, a tarot reading and even receive a I Ching reading. As The Bridge continues to grow, it will be open to other game developers to contribute games and experiences.

 

The Bridge Metaverse is a safe and secure online social space, setting new standards in digital trust identity for online gaming.

While it is not part of the game and does not affect the game’s storyline, your apartment on The Bridge is accessible from within the game and serves as your home base for missions on The Bridge.

In addition to socializing with friends in the bar, playing mini-games like pool, darts, tarot readings or I Ching, you can also purchase exclusive digital clothing, housewares, and services using The Bridge’s currency, which can be exchanged for real-world currency through internationally recognized bank Barclays UK.

The Bridge Metaverse does not use NFTs or any other non-regulated financial system, and all transactions are logged on Microsoft Azure PlayFab against your account. This cross-platform technology means you can access your digital items from all your gaming devices, including Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and mobile.

The Bridge Metaverse is not available in isolation but is accessible to anyone with an Early Access key for Project UN: Taradene.

Additionally, it is VR compatible, providing an immersive experience for players.

 

 

 

What You Get

  • Access to the game in episodes from August 2023.
  • The ability to play and provide feedback on the game’s development process.
  • Monthly updates on current development and planned releases via a special members area on https://projectun.uk
  • Early access to the game to give input for a better final product.
  • A full access key to the holistic game title, Project UN: Taradene, upon its release for PC and Console (Xbox/PlayStation).
  • Pre-order access for Console versions via a perk in the campaign.
  • Support for current and previous generation consoles only (not earlier models).

Perks…

We have lots of super perks available, such as:

  • Early Access to the game and the opportunity to contribute to the development process via feedback. Access to a special members area of the website at the end of the campaign where details of the current development and planned releases are announced on a monthly basis.
  • Your Name in the game credits as a ‘From the Beginning’ backer.
  • T-shirt
  • Hoodie
  • Limited edition personalised clothing.
  • Deluxe apartment on The Bridge Space Station.
  • Or if you fancy yourself as a Rock Star, a Penthouse!

Check them out!

 

 

The Impact

We want you to experience our unique story-driven role-playing game and be a part of SKC Games Studio’s history by helping us bring our unique proposition to market.

As a new studio, Project UN: Taradene is our first title, and we are based in Haverhill, Suffolk, UK, where we are passionate about our region. Our goal is to bring more skilled technology jobs to our local area, and we have had discussions with our local council about how best to contribute to the local economy. As part of our commitment, we will be working with education institutions to bring on board apprentices from the local area and supporting them on their journey as they work with some of the most experienced people in the industry.

We have ambitions to grow to become the biggest supplier of high-skill technology jobs in our region.

Risks & Challenges

Creating a new Games Studio is a huge challenge, especially in the midst of the Covid pandemic. However, our team has persevered and remained focused on delivering our unique game to the market.

Developing a game as complex as Project UN: Taradene to the required quality is no small feat, but we work with some of the best people in the industry who are dedicated to creating immersive entertainment through gameplay and storytelling.

Our senior management team brings a wealth of experience from leading successful games and franchises to market, including Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, Hitman, Fables and Star Wars, which helps us de-risk our approach and provides valuable mentorship for our team.

 

Other Ways You Can Help

IndieGoGo Referral

When you refer your friends and help spread the word about our campaign you could be eligible for one of our referral rewards!

When backers of our campaign use your unique share URL to view and then back our campaign, you will be known as the referral account.

If the total value of support pledged by backers using your share URL reaches the below value thresholds you will earn that rank within Project UN and the corresponding referral prize.

Rank: Champion

Referral Value required: £500

Prize: £50 Amazon Pre-paid Card

 

Rank: Expert

Referral Value required: £1000

Prize: £100 Amazon Pre-paid Card

 

Rank: Mentor

Referral Value required: £1500

Prize: £150 Amazon Pre-paid Card

 

Rank: Ambassador

Referral Value required: £3000

Prize: £300 Amazon Pre-paid Card

 

Learn more about IndieGoGo’s referral system here: How to Participate in a Referral Contest – Indiegogo Help Center

 

Kickbooster 

With Kickbooster you can become an affiliate and boost our IndieGoGo campaign! Sign up and earn money for every pound you help us raise. Earn 10% cash back for helping us spread the word!

Sign up to be a Project UN booster at kickbooster here: https://projectun.kickbooster.me/boost

 

Share with your friends

Even if you cannot commit to helping us by contributing financially or being a referrer, please help us spread the word among your friends and family by sharing our campaign on social media. Tell your family, tell your friends!

 

SKC Games Studio

SKC Games Studio is a small, UK-based game development company founded and funded by family and friends, with a mission to make a positive and lasting impact in their region while creating a series of story-telling Intellectual Property that resonates with audiences worldwide.

Known for their innovative game designs and commitment to creating engaging and fun games, SKC Games Studio is quickly becoming a rising star in the game development industry, with a focus on developing games for both consoles and PC.

To learn more about our team, please visit https://skcgames.uk/

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Thank you for visiting our universe! We are very thankful you have taken the time to read about our campaign!!

 

The SKC Games Studio Team

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