Martin Kuan_Game Design Portfolio

 Modern RTS Campaign Design "Age of Mythology: Retold" is the remastered version of the classic RTS game Age of Mythology . Our team contributed to the creation of both the civilization and campaign levels in the Immortal Pillars DLC. In the previous article, I shared the creative process behind the Chinese civilization. This time, I’ll focus on introducing a strategic approach that helped us craft campaign levels that demand careful thinking and deliberate decision-making at every step. In traditional RTS games, campaigns are often seen as secondary to skirmish modes, mainly serving to introduce the unique features of each civilization. But by today’s standards, tutorial-focused missions are no longer enough to captivate players. A compelling campaign must combine enjoyment, challenges, and strategic depth. It must also integrate tightly with narrative pacing and story events, delivering a cohesive experience that balances tactical gameplay with storytelling. This was no...

  RTS Classic: Age of Mythology Age of Mythology (AOM) , developed by Ensemble Studios, is a standout title in the Age series,  best known for its historical real-time strategy games. While other Age games focus on historical realism, AOM embraces mythology and fantasy. Besides human troops, it introduces mythic creatures and legendary heroes, which crafts a unique rock-paper-scissors balance: mythic creatures overpower humans, heroes defeat mythic creatures, and large human armies overwhelm heroes. Moreover, what truly sets AOM apart is its integration of divine powers. Depending on the chosen deity, players can access godly abilities. Some can generate resources, and stronger ones can summon devastating meteor showers or lightning storms. Each civilization features a distinct playstyle, influencing everything from map scouting and resource gathering to military composition and tech progression, offering both strategic depth and high replayability. Image sou...