Monochrome
Case Study: Monochrome RPG - A Journey from Concept to Community Impact
Overview:
Monochrome RPG is a punstoppable 1920s cartoon-styled adventure game. In partnership with the Monochrome Workshop, a collective of talented artists and musicians, plus Microsoft’s ID@Xboxthe game exemplifies a unique blend of humor, narrative, and artistic design.
work Completed
happy customers
Repeat customers
smartest team
Challenges
The challenge was to create an engaging narrative game that not only captivates gamers but also serves as a platform for budding game developers to learn and grow. The game needed to resonate with PC/Mac gamers aged 21-27, ensuring commercial viability while providing a collaborative learning experience.
Solutions
Educational Integration
Leveraging the game development process as a learning platform for over 200 artists, animators, designers, and writers.
Community Engagement
Creating a collaborative environment where participants could contribute to a real-world project, gaining invaluable industry experience.
Technical Development
Supporting the technical aspects of game development, ensuring a seamless integration of narrative, gameplay, and art style.
Achievements
- Secured a 5-figure angel investment following initial testing.
- Built and led a multidisciplinary team of 200+ contributors.
- Formed a strategic partnership with Microsoft's ID@Xbox.
- Successfully crowdfunded $17,316 through 303 Kickstarter backers.
- Attracted a 6-figure angel investment due to the project's potential.
Outcomes
- Empowered 200+ game developers with skills and methodologies, leading to careers at prestigious companies like Sony, Epic Games, and ZeniMax.
- Developed a community impact framework, contributing to raising $750,000 for clients in 2023.
- Progressed to an advanced stage of development, with a promising future for the game.
Conclusion
Monochrome RPG stands as a testament to the power of collaborative learning and the fusion of creative gaming with educational objectives. Courses Made For You has not only contributed to the game’s development but has also paved the way for aspiring game developers to launch successful careers in the industry. This project exemplifies our commitment to bridging talent, creativity, and opportunity.
