Name: Nessa Ferreira Ameal

Course: BA (Hons) Computer Arts

Year: 3rd Year

What made you choose to join the Games Development Society?
I wanted to help AGDS take things further and boost participation. I think AGDS is the perfect place to make friends and connect with peers who will one day be working in the industry. And I want to help students make these connections
 

What initially sparked your interest in game development, and what are some of the most rewarding aspects of creating your own video games?

My interest began with Final Fantasy 13, a game not particularly loved by fans, but one that captivated me both visually and narratively. It opened the door to the Final Fantasy series for me, as I’d only ever played games on the DS and Wii. The game’s realism and epic graphics (for the time) were sublime and made me want to create fantasy worlds so realistic that you can imagine yourself there.
 

What are some of your favourite genres or game experiences to create?
I love horror games and I’d love to develop one. One without jump scares, one where the horror comes 100% from the atmosphere, the sound and the feelings it evokes. I’m also a big fan of JRPG