Desolance is a solo project made with UE4 in early 2015. Set in a low-fantasy setting with three action-combat types: melee weaponry, bows, and magic. Desolance was inspired by Rust and many core systems have been integrated and are functioning properly in a networked setting.
Role: Everything
Systems
*All systems shown are fully networked/replicated for an authoritative client->server architecture
All systems were prioritized in C++ due to speed over blueprints.
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Custom authoritative server SQL plugin including a client authentication system, persistent character state/inventory saves, and game state saves for spawned actors.
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Modular pawn system allowing for multiple body slots being swapped at runtime. Following a particular workflow utilizing Mixamo Fuse and rigging systems, assets are created quickly and brought into game via blueprints.
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Full Inventory System made in UMG including functionalities such as splitting, using consumables, augmenting gear, and dropping items out of your inventory and into the game world.
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Extensive animation system containing 7 unique locomotion systems determined by your weapon equipped with proper blending.
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Custom stats system allowing players to attune into different attributes for slightly higher perks depending on playstyle
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Archery system utilizing consumable arrows of multiple arrow types
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Basic melee system
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Gathering tools and harvester node functionality
Desolance modular pawn showcase 1
Desolance split item then drop and equip
Desolance shoot fire arrow
Desolance shoot fire arrow 3
Desolance pickup
Desolance shoot fire arrow 2
Desolance old melee swing and pickups
Desolance inventory basics
Desolance Drop pickup equip
