It was a next-level weekend for Brock University game design students, faculty and staff.
Students in the Interactive Arts and Sciences (IASC) and GAME programs will compete against 150 student teams from across Ontario to showcase their video games at the 2024 Level Up Showcase, winning multiple top awards in popular categories. obtained.
Winners include Cosmic Justice, which won first place in the game accessibility category, and high-stakes racing game Dead onrrival, which took first place in the coveted People's Choice award category. .
It was followed not far behind by Unnatural Selection, which took second place in the same category.
Reverex, a joint project between Block and a Niagara University junior, won third place in the technology innovation category, highlighting Block's commitment to the marriage of technical skills and artistic expression in video game creation.
Aaron Mauro, associate professor and chair of the School of Digital Humanities, said this weekend's performance continues to strengthen Block's position as a leader in the state's interactive digital media sector.
“Seeing game design students excel on such an important platform continues to strengthen our commitment to marrying academic excellence with industry expectations,” said Mauro. I did.
Known for its competitive spirit and creativity, the annual Level Up Showcase, held at the Westin Harbor Castle in Toronto, celebrates student talent in game design and allows teams to share their work with the public and industry professionals. I will make it possible.
In addition to being an industry networking and community celebration, the event also provides a platform for students to receive live feedback from those testing their games and important experiential learning opportunities.
Mauro said the award reflects the creativity and hard work of DDH students, staff and faculty.
“We are committed to combining cutting-edge technology with hands-on experience to provide a supportive environment that fosters creativity and the practical application of knowledge,” he said.
