Really sweet idea! I think the camera angle you chose, low and positioned behind the conductor, is quite neat and works well for this game. I was able to just spam to get everyone playing, so I was never under any type of threat. Do the orchestral members eventually need to be re-conducted or do they stay in the playing state forever once you hit them? Could be interesting to balance turning them on/off based on what music you are playing. It was very satisfying hearing the music build as more members joined in playing!
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Hi! Yeah, they continue playing, at the moment. Your idea about turning them on/off is also interesting. It would be cool to figure out a way to cue the player that it’s time to make players stop. Or even a way to select several musicians and them make them stop all at once (or make them play all at once?)
We tried to keep it simple and develop it further later, but we didn’t have the time to do it before the jam ended. But we’re thinking of continuing to expand on it and make it feel more challenging. Because with challenge comes more fun as well.
Really glad you enjoyed the music buildup and the game!