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Marios Bikos
Senior Software Engineer
Marios Bikos
Senior Software Engineer

Exoborne

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Exoborne is a tactical, open-world extraction shooter set in a post-apocalyptic United States beset by extreme weather, powered by Unreal Engine 5 for PC & next-gen consoles.

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  • Introduced a Debug Camera System that empowered the team to capture dynamic vehicle shots from diverse angles, showcasing intricate vehicle dynamics.
  • Architected, planned, and troubleshooted the development of new features for a vehicle system using Unreal Engine 5 & the Chaos Physics System, exposing parameters and control systems for designer needs.
  • Wrote technical documentation on the process of Engine Integration from Unreal Engine 5 to our project to share the knowledge with other team members.

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  • Unreal Engine 4
  • Visual Studio
  • Perforce

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  • C++
  • Blueprints

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_title title=”Project Details”][vc_column_text]Exoborne stands out with its absence of RPG mechanics, focusing on player skill and gear customization. The game offers solo and cooperative play, encouraging diverse strategies for facing challenges. As a Reborn, players scavenge, craft, and combat not only against the forces of nature but also against traitorous Reborn and other hostile factions in the open world of Colton County.

Developed by former members of Ubisoft’s The Division team using Unreal Engine 5, Exoborne promises to be a premium experience with a continuous support plan for post-launch content, story updates, and more. The game introduces a unique narrative structure, allowing players to experience their own storyline individually, while interactions with other players contribute to a deeper understanding of the game world.

Exoborne’s striking visuals and impressive weather effects, including tornadoes, lightning, and sandstorms, promise a dynamic and challenging gaming experience. With a focus on risk/reward gameplay, personal and group missions, and dynamic public events, Exoborne offers a fresh take on the extraction shooter genre. 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