Writing prototypes of gameplay ideas and features are an important activity that allows pr

Today CRPG's take place in a variety of settings, including Steampunk, Science Fiction and Post-apocalyptic settings. However, in the large majority of cases the games still take place in fictional worlds separate from our own. There are some exceptions, however, such as the Shadow Hearts series, wh

A CRPG often provides several different layers of travel in the form of localized maps in buildings, towns, or dungeons, as well as an overworld with an associated map. At the widest levels, an overlying world map is often used for traveling between countries, continents, or planets. At the beginning of the game, obstacles on the world map such as mountains, rivers, and deserts may prohibit the player from visiting an area until the player has obtained appropriate skills or vehicles.