Project: Wormheart: Tale of the Outsiders
Engine: Godot 4 (Forward+ Renderer) 3D
Compensation: Royalties during prototype and then paid roles after funding!
Team Size: 28 (and counting*)
My Role: Lead Artist / Creative Director
We’re expanding our team for the vertical slice prototype of our high‑dark‑fantasy CRPG, Wormheart: Tale of the Outsiders.
This is a prototype‑only recruitment.
The goal is to build a 5–6 level narrative dungeon vertical slice to secure funding for full production.
Once funding is secured, roles convert to paid positions.
Founding members receive lifetime revenue share.
We are currently looking for:
CODE AND PROGRAMMER
Code/Programmer Generalist
Responsibilities:
– Assist in implementing core gameplay systems and mechanics
– Support the UI/Tools programmer by integrating UI/HUD elements into the game
– Help maintain cohesion between gameplay, UI, and overall functionality
– Work with existing assets, scripts, and systems to ensure smooth integration
– Follow direction to establish consistent behaviour and functionality across the project
– Provide general programming support where needed during Early Focus
2D ART ROLES
Logo/UI/HUD Designer
Responsibilities:
– Design logos and related elements
– Help create ergonomic UI/HUD elements for the UI programmer to integrate
– Follow direction to establish a cohesive visual identity
– Use current existing visuals to help aid style and production
Character And Armour Artist
Responsibilities:
– Design characters and armour based off of existing initial concepts
– Translate existing artwork into useable turnarounds and works for the 3D team
– Follow direction to establish a cohesive visual identity
– Use current existing visuals to help aid style and production
3D ART & ANIMATION ROLES
3D Character Modeler
Responsibilities:
– Model character/NPCs in our high dark fantasy style
– Create clean topology suitable for animation and rigging
– Produce UVs and basic textures for in‑engine readability
– Deliver models in stages (blockout, sculpt, retopo, texture)
– Collaborate with animators and art direction to maintain consistency across the cast
Animation, Rigging & FX Generalist
Responsibilities:
– Rig humanoid and creature models for animation
– Create clean, animator‑friendly skeletons and controls
– Animate combat, locomotion, and interaction cycles
– Ensure readable silhouettes and expressive poses
– Work with 3D artists to ensure deformation quality
– Follow Godot’s axis/handedness conventions for export
– Animate stylised spell effects, impacts, bursts, and environmental FX
– Work with our programming and art departments to maintain consistency
Software Flexibility
We are software‑agnostic (Blender, Maya, etc.).
As long as models and rigs export cleanly and are compatible with Godot’s requirements, you may use whichever DCC you prefer.
About the Project
Wormheart: Tale of the Outsiders is a dark‑fantasy CRPG inspired by, Planescape: Torment, Diablo, Icewind Dale, and early BioWare/Black Isle titles.
The world is set on Di‑enw, a high‑dark fantasy realm shaped by the Mother Crystal and populated by Humans, Elves, and Beastfolk.
We are building a vertical slice, not the full CRPG. The prototype includes:
– “Character creation” (limited prototype version)
– companions
– dialogue and branching choices
– combat and levelling
– loot and core systems
– A 5–6 level narrative dungeon
This slice will be used to secure funding for full production.
Current Progress (Proof of Work)
We have completed:
– a majority character sheets
– near complete narrative outlines
– concept art and turnarounds for most of the character and enemy roster
– some early 3D models
– prototype structure and design documentation
– Initial baseline gameplay systems in Godot 4
Proof links:
ArtStation - Wormheart: Tale Of The Outsiders (Cultists), H.A.Vincent.T
ArtStation - Wormheart: Tale Of The Outsiders (goblins), H.A.Vincent.T
ArtStation - Wormheart: Tale Of The Outsiders (Placeholder player-character), H.A.Vincent.T
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XQOKNw46oEJwEBTEhZ3q6QEYu6oGaZV5?usp=drive_link
Upon contact and inquiry for any role, we can provide a Welcome Package with the basics of our project.
It includes information about the world, the prototype, and how the team works. contains the majority of what we can currently share until more substantial progress has been made!
Contact
If you’re interested in joining as a founding member and helping us bring the prototype to life, reach out:
wormheartdev@gmail.com
Discord: thevibingiraffe
I can share a project overview and the key details needed for the role.