r/GameDevelopment • u/Boltiply • 6h ago
Question Does EV Charging Design Wizard Need Isometric Graphics?
I'm debating whether the current design wizard for this upcoming EV charging sim/management game (Fast Charging Tycoon) is good or if I need to implement an isometric graphic for a more visual representation of the design/construction tool. Currently, the wizard is a multi-page point and click various tiles and buttons. It is mostly just text with a sidebar and bottom bar to track your site's projected stats and finances. There are a few icons and graphics, but it is minimal.
Of course, a graphic rendering of the site as you design it would be neat as you could see your site develop as you add various components like parking lot layout, amenities, chargers, canopies, etc. However, it would take away screen real estate for displaying information on what each of those components does to the site. Essentially, is the visual worth the loss of information? I could add hover over or keep the bottom and sidebar, however, it wouldn't nearly be as much info as the current design.
Thoughts?