Project 1: My idea

The Idea

Throughout researching Zork I have learned a great deal of the Universe, from game play, mechanics, story and concepts. In doing such heavy research, I have made a solid basis on which I can re-imagine the Zork world and recreate it for a modern audience. From looking at existing examples, references, reading books and playing the game itself, I have developed an Idea which I think will be a unique and compelling adaption to the series. 

The Idea:

You play as a character named Zork. He is an eccentric, nerdy, booking loving gamer dork who works part time as a librarian assistant. In the library he works, there is a Rare book known as the 'Games Master' which when obtained will help that lucky person 100% every game in the entire world, some believe it is 'magical'. With Zork's thirst in wanting to obtain this special book, he begins visualizing himself in scenarios where he can do this. One night on a close down shift, Zork starts labeling books in different genres around the library, consistantly thinking about getting his hands on the book. As he labels the first book on the shelf, he starts visualizing how he could become victorious on a quest to get to this artifact. In that mind frame, Zork begins imagining himself within the books he labels, as a hero on a quest out to find treasure that will lead him to the 'Games Master'. With the power of his eccentric mind, Zork adapts scenarios in his head depending on the genre of the book he is labeling. Transforming himself, into any character or Hero he sees suitable for that book. In one moment he could be a Cowboy the next a 1950's Gangster, in this mind, worlds and characters are built around his dire quest, to win over the 'Games Master'.

Goal:

Character must collect a hidden treasure within each book. Once all treasures are collected, they can obtain access to the room in which the 'Games Master' is held. However, each quest will differ depending on genre, with difficulties. Complete quests for others, fight enemies blocking your way, collect items and explore the universe of that genre and in doing so will reward you as the player, to get closer to the final goal...The 'Games master'

Objectives:

Defend yourself agaisnt powerful enemies that block your path to success. Collect items that can be used to heal, create or trade with other characters in the story. Survive in the world of that specific genre, adapt to your ever changing surroundings and explore, it is the ONLY way to obtain the hidden treasure within that book/genre. Once obtained ALL treasures in ALL different books, you will be able to progress to the final treasure.