Hunger and Thirst User Test

Background and Goals

We have implemented the function of the Hunger and Thirst system and designed the expression form of them:

• The Food and Water system:
• Effects of the Hunger and Thirst system:
  • When the character is experiencing hunger or thirst, he will slow down.
  • Taking food will decrease the hunger level.
  • Drinking water will decrease the thirst level.

This user test is to get enough feedback to improve our function and effect model.

Process

Our survey is divided into two parts:

1. Potential target population:

• We invite them to watch the prototype of each of our hunger and thirst features and its animation manifestations.
• Experience the actual game flow.
• After the end, we interviewed a few questions about the hunger and thirst system.

2. Professional developer/designer:

• We will tell them directly where we need to test.
• Show them prototypes and animation effects.
• Ask them questions about each part of the hunger and thirst system.

Key Questions

Potential target population:

• What do you think is the role of the hunger and thirst system in the game？
• After watching the effects of the hunger and thirst system and experiencing the game, which one do you like the most?
• What do you think needs to be improved?
• What do you expect to appear in the future?

Professional developer/designer:

• Do you think the manifestation of hunger and thirst is consistent with its function?
• From the aesthetic point of view, what do you think needs to be improved?
• From the principle of interaction, do you think the manifestation of the hunger and thirst system is reasonable?

Result

User 1: Student A

• Thoughts:
• Like:
• Not so good:
• Comment:

User 2: Student B

• Thoughts:
• Like:
• Not so good: I can't find where to drink the water.
• Comment:

User 3: Student C (who has attended the user test of Sprint 1)

• Thoughts:
• Like:
• Not so good:
• Comment:

User 4: Professional Student D

• Thoughts: Interesting and enjoyable.
• Like: The character will slow down after keeping going for a while.
• Not so good:
• Suggestion: To add more food, water and medical box refill points.

User 5: Professional Student E

• Thoughts: Cool design.
• Like:
• Not so good:
• Suggestion:

User 6: Professional Student F

• Thoughts:
• Like:
• Not so good:
• Suggestion:

Summary

• After interviewing six students (result above), many participants claimed that the
• In summary, all responders give their praise to the Hunger and Thirst Test. Some minor issues have been raised and will be considered in the next sprint. We thank everyone who participates in our test evaluation, and every feedback will be valued.