LO3: User Testing

Photo evidence of user testing:

To gain the user feedback, I have used Google forms, The results are

Overall Impressions:

Positive: The animation was delightful and engaging. The characters were adorable, and the storyline was easy to follow, which made the viewing experience enjoyable.

Areas for Improvement: Some users felt that certain scenes moved too quickly and the audio was not too good. 

Specific Feedback:

Storyline & Characters:

Positive: The main characters, Yuuno and Koro, were very cute and relatable.
The plot was simple yet captivating, making it perfect for a short animation.
The ending was heartwarming and left a positive impression.

Suggestions: Introduce a bit more background about the characters at the beginning to build a stronger connection. Some users mentioned that they would love to see a bit more interaction between the characters.

Visuals & Animation:

Positive: The colors were subtle and pleasing to the eye. The animation was smooth and well-executed, enhancing the overall appeal.

Suggestions: A few scenes had too much happening at once. Slowing down these scenes slightly might help viewers absorb all the details. Consider adding more varied expressions to the characters to enhance emotional moments. Add a bit more contrast to the colours. 

Sound & Music:

Positive: The background music was cheerful and matched the tone of the animation perfectly. Sound effects were well-timed and added to the cuteness.

Suggestions: Some users felt the music volume fluctuated a bit. Ensuring consistent audio levels throughout would improve the experience. A few users suggested adding a short, catchy theme music for the main character.

Pacing & Timing:

Positive: The overall length was just right for holding attention without feeling rushed.

Suggestions: As mentioned, a couple of scenes felt rushed. Slightly extending these scenes could help with clarity and detail retention. Adding brief pauses for dramatic effect in key moments could enhance emotional engagement.

Audience Engagement:

Positive: The animation successfully kept viewers engaged from start to finish. Many users mentioned they would love to see more episodes or a series featuring Yuuno and Koro..

Suggestions: Including an interactive element or a question at the end (e.g., "What do you think Yuuno and Koro will do next?") might increase engagement and anticipation for future animations.

Conclusion:

Overall, "Yuuno and Koro" was well-received, with the majority of users praising its charm and appeal. By addressing the pacing and adding a bit more character background and interaction, and improving the audio, the animation could become even more engaging. The positive response suggests a strong potential for a series featuring these adorable characters.

Changes made after the feedback: 

I have implemented the following changes after taking the users feedback into consideration.

• I have applied little bit more contrast to the contrast to the colours in the background settings and to the characters.
• I have addressed the pace issues ensuring the scene has an appropriate length and balanced the timing of actions. Also improved the character movements are expressive and efficient.
• I have improved the audio sync by improving the Music Timing and Pacing and adjusted the volume and I have played back the animation on different devices (speakers, headphones, smartphones) to ensure the audio sounds good across all platforms.
• I have added a bit more interaction between the main characters Yuuno and Koro, like walking together closely , instead walking a bit far from each other.
• As audience want to see more of Yuuno and Koro, I am planning to produce more episodes of Yuuno and Koro