Moon Halo by Stargazer

In the Glow of the Moon, Find Your True Colors.

Story

In Moon Halo, you embark on a mesmerizing journey with Luna, a curious moon-dweller, and Cosmos, a resilient earthling. Set against the backdrop of an ancient agreement between the Moon and Earth, the story unravels the complexities of emotions and communication, drawing parallels with individuals living with Asperger Syndrome (AS) and High-Functioning Autism (HFA). Luna's desire to understand human emotions leads her to Earth, where her fate intertwines with Cosmos in their quest to restore balance and uncover long-lost truths

What Awaits the Player 

 As you step into this rich narrative world, you'll:

• Solve Emotion-Infused Puzzles: Each puzzle ties into the emotional journey of Luna and Cosmos, reflecting the worldview and celestial themes, from moon phases to symbolic journal entries.
• Multiple Perspectives: Switch between top-down maps and side-scrolling 2D gameplay, symbolizing different emotional and physical viewpoints as the characters grow and connect.
• Unlock Secrets: Use interactive mechanics to explore and unravel the mystery of a divine object hidden in the past.

Gameplay Features

• Unique Puzzle Mechanics: Switch between monochrome and color modes, match lunar phases, and engage with symbolic 3D puzzles.
• Character Interaction: Follow the evolving relationship between Luna and Cosmos as they learn about empathy, understanding, and the struggles that unite them.
• Rich Storytelling: Each encounter is driven by beautifully crafted dialogues and visual storytelling that evoke both fantasy and reality.

A Cliffhanger Awaits 

 As Luna and Cosmos draw closer to the ultimate truth, a lingering question remains: What will they discover about their shared past, and will they manage to restore the colors that connect their worlds? Only by joining them on this journey will you find out.

Stargazer

Moon Halo is a Capstone Project developed by a dedicated team, Stargazer which consists of 3 students from Swinburne University of Technology, Sarawak Campus. Over the course of 12 weeks, the team meticulously crafted this game, blending artistic design, narrative storytelling, and game mechanics to create a meaningful experience.

Moon Halo by Stargazer:

• Maegan Yong – Creative Director,  Lead Programmer, Music, and Sound Design,  Lead 2D & 3D VFX Artist
• Patrick Siet Kai Wen – Lead UX/UI Designer, Lead Marketing and Documentation, 2D Environment Designer, Programming Assistant
• Habiba Mohamed Saad Soliman – Lead 3D Environment Designer, Lead Level Producer, Programming Assistant