Health UX

For the implementation of a health system, a visual representation is required to communicate the mechanics to the player. Traditionally, A 'heart' system, such as The Legend of Zelda [Nintendo. 1986], or 'Bar' system, such as Street Fighter II: The World Warrior [Capcom. 1991] or Pokemon Red & Blue [Game Freak. 1996], is usually used as an indication. The meter we decided to incorporate, uses aspects of both systems. The layout and colour pallet of the 'Bar' format, with the icon display of the 'Heart'. The system was then stylised to incorporate elements of the projects branding.

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