MESO

Genre: 2D action-exploration

Team Size: 4

Still in development

Meso is a fast-paced exploration-action game with arcade feel and a unique underwater movement. Enter the microcosmic world of puddles and save the ecosystem. Collect energy, dodge your enemies and master the unique underwater movement.

Meso was released on Steam as a demo in 2024 and has been brought to several events such as Gamescom or DoKomi. The planned release is in 2027.

Genre: 2D action-exploration

Team Size: 4

Still in development

Meso was released on Steam as a demo in 2024 and has been brought to several events such as Gamescom or DoKomi. The planned release is in 2027.

My responsibilties

Game Design

Outlining mechanics
Tweaking “floaty movement“
Difficulty balancing, Level Design
UI & Feedback design
Playtesting, QA
Own prototyping to test new features
Enemy design (currently in prototyping phase)
Developing narrative & lore

Project Management

Project Planning, mapping out dependencies
Prioritizing task, using MoSCoW method
Prepare team meetings (agendas)
Moderating & Taking notes while team meeting
Conflict Management
Communication with publisher (BPG)
Representative at events (Indie Games Fest, Gamescom, Gamezone, Gamestreff)

Core Mechanic

Meso, the heart of the puddle is running out of energy, the puddle is dying. The player needs to collect energy and bring it back to Meso before it’s too late.

However, mysterious invaders block your way, and an algae plague has infested the puddle absorbing Meso’s energy.
Dodge the invaders, cut the algae and manage your energy and time.

Movement as challenge

A central design pillar is the “floaty” movement. One the one hand, it is very accessible and easy to learn, as it only requires the joystick. One the other hand, its high sensitivity creates a new movement challenge requiring precision, fast reaction skills and forethought.

If you want to try it out, download the demo on steam!