Flood Runner

1. Technical Foundation  

Physics & Navigation: A functional Unity environment featuring a modular urban grid with physics-based collision detection for "Obstacle" tagged objects.  

Audio System: Custom C# Audio Manager providing independent volume control for movement (W/S/A/D), item drops (T), and bot dialogues.  

UI Integration: A sequenced HelpBot system using a list of images to deliver real-time flood safety tips and resource alerts.  

2. Research Integration  

Scarcity Engine: Resource mechanics modeled after NGO logistics to simulate real-world clean water and medical supply shortages.  

Environmental Accuracy: Level design based on real-world flood data, forcing players to navigate authentic "trapped" civilian pockets and rising water levels.  

3. Impact & Engagement  

Efficiency Gains: Pilot testing recorded a 166% increase in successful rescues and improved supply management by the fifth playthrough.  

Behavioral Learning: Data shows 85% of players shifted from random movement to strategic pathfinding to avoid hazards and maximize rescue potential.  

Global Distribution: Hosted on itch.io to provide accessible, low-poly disaster education to users in climate-vulnerable regions.