LAVANYA DHYANI
Mr. Savyasachi Anju Prabir
lavanya_d@nid.edu
Tap into Black is a graduation project centred on producing a trailer for LILA Games’ BLACK. The project frames the game as an aspirational, immersive experience rather than a mere list of mechanics. By highlighting the dual-world system, the trailer weaves action, social interaction, and narrative intrigue into a cohesive visual journey. The narrative follows the protagonist through daily life, combat, and exploration, organically integrating features like loot systems and PvP encounters without being didactic. Visually, the project adopts a bold, stylised aesthetic inspired by comic-book motifs, halftone textures, and contemporary music videos. Utilising hybrid animation workflows and experimental storyboarding, the trailer establishes a distinct visual identity for the title. Ultimately, Tap into Black demonstrates how a trailer can function as both a marketing powerhouse and a narrative artefact, shaping player perception by balancing atmospheric storytelling with gameplay functionality.