{"id":264,"date":"2024-09-27T21:09:05","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T21:09:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/?page_id=264"},"modified":"2024-11-22T22:45:01","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T22:45:01","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-accent-5-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded wp-duotone-unset-1 is-style-rounded--f62ff56bccc926566707b750d3449776\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2682\" height=\"1702\" src=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/qwe.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-589\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/qwe.png 2682w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/qwe-300x190.png 300w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/qwe-1024x650.png 1024w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/qwe-768x487.png 768w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/qwe-1536x975.png 1536w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/qwe-2048x1300.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2682px) 100vw, 2682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0302446cbc20a6f1849a11ea71638f0b\"><strong>Syncnite<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Synchronize<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fortnite<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Project Instructors:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etc.cmu.edu\/blog\/author\/heatherkelley\/\">Heather Kelley<\/a>,&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etc.cmu.edu\/blog\/author\/mmahler\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.etc.cmu.edu\/blog\/author\/mmahler\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Moshe Mahler<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-contrast-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e05393f6ed157919891e13a14340e348\">Project SME:&nbsp;Brad Fotsch from Epic Games<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student members:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Aaron Min<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Zhiying (Selena) Guan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Yuncheng (Arthur) Zhang<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Xinyu (Charlotte) Ai<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Chu (Annie) Li<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Yihua Pu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/meet-the-team-2\/\">Team Members<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-heading-font-family has-xx-large-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.2\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#212121;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--661db1eee561f2e096cefdc7d5272ccc\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Syncnite-team-photo-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Syncnite-team-photo-1024x683.jpg 1024w, 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wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-base-2-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-7437a094836b852d86a3869167f6f819\" style=\"background-color:#453497\"><strong>Project Syncnite<\/strong> is an innovative multiplayer music concert experience within Fortnite, designed to explore the full potential of Fortnite\u2019s sound ecosystem and gameplay integration. Leveraging the tools of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.epicgames.com\/community\/fortnite\/getting-started\/uefn\">UEFN(Unreal Editor for Fortnite)<\/a><\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.epicgames.com\/documentation\/en-us\/uefn\/verse-language-reference\"><strong>Verse scripting<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/create.fortnite.com\/news\/introducing-patchwork-devices-for-original-music-creation-and-rhythmic-gameplay-in-fortnite?team=personal\"><strong>Harmonix&#8217;s Patchwork music synthesis system<\/strong><\/a>, our team is crafting an immersive environment where music and gaming converge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-2-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1abb1beef0bc3b7fe05db032f918f752\" style=\"background-color:#453497\">The project aims to deliver three interconnected outcomes: a multiplayer game published on the Epic Store, an engaging end-of-semester in-game event featuring an interactive audiovisual performance, and an immersive replay experience that captures the essence of live concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-2-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-23e1e5453823223bd4fb2961ddec3466\" style=\"background-color:#453497\">Players will not only enjoy captivating music but also participate in gameplay that enhances the concert experience, making each performance unique and memorable. From dynamic environments that respond to sound to community-driven challenges and rewards, Project Syncnite promises to redefine how audiences engage with music in the gaming world. Join us as we create a vibrant, interactive experience where players can connect, collaborate, and celebrate music like never before!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Syncnite_logo_Final_1-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-273\" srcset=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Syncnite_logo_Final_1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Syncnite_logo_Final_1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Syncnite_logo_Final_1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Syncnite_logo_Final_1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Syncnite_logo_Final_1-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Syncnite_logo_Final_1.png 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About UEFN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c5657a0d75a69a6d3543ca9dbf4a2b81\"><strong>UEFN<\/strong> stands for <strong>Unreal Editor for Fortnite<\/strong>, which is a powerful tool developed by Epic Games to allow creators to build and customize experiences within Fortnite. UEFN provides advanced tools that are similar to those used in Unreal Engine, giving users the ability to create custom maps, game modes, and assets for Fortnite. It&#8217;s designed to help creators bring their ideas to life within the Fortnite ecosystem, enhancing the game with user-generated content.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--5bdd9426b4e5587f71d86127705d4348\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2863\" height=\"1601\" src=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-174358.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-602\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-174358.png 2863w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-174358-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-174358-1024x573.png 1024w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-174358-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-174358-1536x859.png 1536w, https:\/\/projects.etc.cmu.edu\/syncnite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-22-174358-2048x1145.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2863px) 100vw, 2863px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Syncnite Project Instructors:&nbsp;Heather Kelley,&nbsp;&nbsp;Moshe Mahler Project SME:&nbsp;Brad Fotsch from Epic Games Student members: Aaron Min Zhiying (Selena) Guan Yuncheng (Arthur) Zhang Xinyu (Charlotte) Ai Chu (Annie) Li Yihua Pu Project Syncnite is an innovative multiplayer music concert experience within Fortnite, designed to explore the full potential of Fortnite\u2019s sound ecosystem and gameplay integration. 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