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+# The 'Echoes Behind Closed Doors' Game 
+
+for the Immersive Technology Development module as part of the Year 2.2
+Integrated Project for Ngee Ann Polytechnic's Diploma in Immersive Media
+
+### Gameplay
+The game follows a teen that is a victim of Domestic Abuse which also leads to
+substance abuse. Players experience life in their shoes and throughout will discover
+hints of their struggles. They slowly stop going to school due to their worsening 
+condition. Eventually, a friend calls after noticing their absence, leading to 2 choices:
+- Seek Help: The protagonist opens up, and the screen fades, leaving the ending open for interpretation.
+- Continue Spiraling: The protagonist ignores the call, and the loop restarts with subtle changes, 
+  reflecting their deteriorating mental state.
+
+## Key Features
+- Environmental Storytelling: Clues in the environment to piece together the current situation.
+- Post Processing Effects: Using effects to enhance immersion and recreate real life symptoms
+- Choice Making: Choosing to do tasks and where the ending goes.
+
+## Core Gameplay Mechanics
+1. Interaction / Exploration Mechanics:
+  - Tasks (Cleaning, Brushing Teeth, Sweeping): These involve interacting with objects shows a day in the life
+  of the character, as well as reflecting the current state of the character.
+
+  - Collecting Information: Involves exploring and interacting with objects to uncover clues and backstory.
+
+2. Movement Mechanics:
+  - Walking to School/Looping Days: Main loop that repeats which reflects the character's condition and shows the
+  impact of their worsening situation on their life.
+  - Avoiding Cars (Navigation): Navigating through obstacles to reach the destination.
+
+3. Progression Mechanics:
+  - Doing Tasks: Doing certain tasks to progress to the next level, like cleaning and exploring their room before unlocking 
+  the bedroom door.
+  - Going to School / Staying at home: These are the main two narratives that show the character's condition.
+
+4. Strategy and Decision Making:
+  - Pivotal Choice (Seek Help or Spiral): Branching narrative choices impacting the story and emotional direction, 
+  requiring decision-making.
+
+### Level Design
+1. Level 1: Cleaning and exploring the bedroom to unlock the bedroom door
+2. Level 2: Doing tasks in the house before leaving for school OR just going to school straight
+3. Level 3: Walking to school while avoiding cars
+4. Level 4: Decide whether to go to school or stay at home 
+5. Level 5: Going to school and visit the park
+6. Level 6: Staying in the bedroom until day passes
+7. Level 7: Getting a call and choosing between a good or bad ending
+8. Level 8: Good ending shows how life gets better after seeking help, everything is more vibrant and lively
+            Bad ending shows how life gets worse after not seeking help, condition gets worse (Open to imagine future)
+
+### Game Controls
+- Stare/Crosshair on objects: Collect info about objects.
+- Thumbstick (Left Controller): Push forward to move forward, back to move backward, and sideways to strafe left or right.
+- Thumbstick (Right Controller): Push left or right to rotate the view/turn
+- Trigger (Both Controllers): Point at objects and press the trigger to select or interact.
+- Grip Button (Both Controllers): Used to grab or hold objects.
+
+### Limitations
+- 
+- 
+- 
+
+### Wishlist
+1. Enhanced environmental storytelling with more detailed, interactive clues to deepen immersion.
+2. Voice acting and dynamic soundscapes to amplify emotional impact.
+3. Additional branching choices leading to multiple endings for greater narrative depth.
+4. Expanded character interactions to explore different perspectives on domestic neglect.
+5. Improved graphics and animations for a more realistic, haunting atmosphere.
+6. Accessibility features to ensure an inclusive experience for all players.
+7. Compatibility with multiple XR platforms for wider audience reach.
+
+### Resources and Credits
+- Environment (Trees, Some Fences): https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/3d/props/exterior/low-poly-houses-free-pack-243926
+  https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/3d/environments/low-poly-environment-park-242702
+- Playground: https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/3d/environments/playground-low-poly-191533
+- Skyboxes: https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/2d/textures-materials/sky/skybox-series-free-103633