Hey spider gang, Were just writing a quick update on our feature in The Game Awards (for Games Who Cant Afford the Game Awards) We were so happy to be a part of TGAGWCAGA, a really great display of indie games thrown together in just three weeks! Thank you to Pengonauts Studio for putting this showcase together and for most importantly Awarding us the Best Indie Web Slinger Award As part of the Most Innovative selection of indies. We loved receiving this and hang it proudly on our virtual office wall If you missed it you can check out the livestream here: [previewyoutube=prrLRWxntgg;full][/previewyoutube] Thats all for now folks, well be back with some news soon so make sure to keep your eyes peeled - Fire Totem Games

[ 2024-12-19 17:53:06 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hey fellow web designers!

Its time for an update on the progress of A Webbing Journey! Weve been working tirelessly behind the scenes, and today, were excited to take you through the largest recent change, which we're sure you've already noticed: the switch from island levels to our current level design approach including the wholesome kitchen level!

A Look Back: February 2024 The Turning Point

Earlier this year, we hit a wall. While we loved where A Webbing Journey was going with the island levels, we noticed some major issues holding back the fun and creativity. "What problems?" we hear you ask! Well, heres what we found:

• Difficult level design & too much flat ground
• A lack of verticality, as a result of the above
• Awkward model proportions
• Repetitive fetch quests
• Underwhelming gameplay loop
• Poor web usage
• Untapped potential of core mechanics

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Hitting the Reset Button: April 2024

After a lot of brainstorming (and many cups of coffee), we decided to hit the reset button. We realized that adding new features, islands, and mechanics only made things more complexwithout addressing the core issues. So, we went back to basics and set out some new goals:

• Smaller, more compact levels
• Increased verticality
• More physics interactions
• Open creativityno idea is too wild!

And from this came our fresh new demo level: The Kitchen Level, where we all love to mess around so much!

The Big Wins

Since this restart, weve seen huge improvements:

• Streamlined development process
• Clearer design direction and reference points
• More balanced 3D model proportions
• Better time estimates per level

But the biggest reward? Weve seen a tremendous response from you, our community. Our social media engagement has skyrocketed since we introduced the Kitchen Level and we really appreciate all of the positive feedback. We couldn't have done it without you, and were thrilled to have so many new players along for the ride.

Whats Next?

Weve still got a lot planned for the future. Were working hard to get you involved as soon as possible because we cant wait to show you whats next. Thank you for all your support and love! [table] [tr] [th]
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See you on the web

Your friendly house spider

[ 2024-11-22 13:08:50 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hey Spider Gang, Were dropping by to let you know that A Webbing Journey is part of this weeks Cooking Fest! Were serving something delicious for you to sink your fangs into, brimming with kitchen chaos and culinary shenanigans.
As the cutest spider to ever crawl into a kitchen, youll be able to: Cook up the perfect steak Bake gooey chocolate cookies Perfect your breakfast skills by cooking eggs and bacon Cook a pizza in the oven Make the corn pop for a perfect movie night Be a good spider, clean your dishes and mop the floor clean of your cooking chaos! Hope youll enjoy this web of delicious activities :) Your friendly house spider

[ 2024-11-11 18:00:10 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello spider gang!

We couldnt miss the opportunity to make a spooky update for a game about spiderwebs now, could we

Halloween Mode Features:

It wouldnt be a spooky update without ghosts, candles, bats and yes even more spider webs! Youll also find spooky music, lighting and more themed decorations. Oh and its probably worth mentioning, youll need to figure out how to activate Halloween Mode in order to find all of these features. Its up to you to discover how exactly, but well leave you with this: Activating Halloween Mode may take some TIME but its well worth the wait

Bug Fixes:

On top of making these fun additions to the demo, weve been working hard to squash lots of bugs to ensure the experience is more enjoyable. You can {join our discord here to send any feedback you may have and share your spooky discoveries with us!

Have fun and look out for hints

Your friendly house spider

[ 2024-10-29 11:47:33 CET ] [ Original post ]

Were thrilled to share this exciting update packed with new content, improvements, and, of course, fixes to pesky bugs. Your support and feedback continue to shape the journey, and we cant wait to see what you create next!

New Features

New Level Unlocked: The Kitchen!

Step into a brand-new environment where youll help your human friends by completing tasks around the house. This level introduces a whole new direction for the game!

Physics-Based Interactions

Get ready for a more immersive experience with our new physics engine. Interact with a variety of items like appliances, food, and furniturebecause who doesnt want to cook as a spider?

Cooking Feature

Yes, you read that right! You can now whip up meals in the kitchen. Whether youre a gourmet or a disaster chef, its all possible here.

Fluffy Spider and New Hats

Unlock stylish new hats by completing tasks, and personalize your spider even further with a new web color wheel and options to adjust fluffiness and abdomen details.

Burn Items (and Yourself!)

Feeling a little destructive? You can now burn items in the kitchenor even yourself if youre not careful!

Water Physics & Flooding

Use water to clean items, or flood the kitchen if youre in the mood for chaos! Our new water physics make these interactions more realistic than ever.

Soap Race Quest

Race through the kitchen in our brand-new soap race quest. How fast can you slide to the finish?

Magnetic Locking for Appliances

Appliances now feature magnetic locking interactions, making it easier to handle items like the blender, oven, microwave, refrigerator, and toaster.

Ceiling Fan Controls

Control the ceiling fans speed to create a breeze or a full-blown windstorm in the kitchen.

New Appliances

The kitchen is fully stocked with new appliances including a blender, oven, microwave, refrigerator, and toaster. Experiment and see what you can create!

New Plants

The kitchen now features a variety of new plants to brighten up your web-building environment.

Quest To-Do List

Keep track of your objectives with a handy new to-do list, ensuring you dont miss a single task.

Controls HUD

Weve added an optional overlay that displays all of the games controls, providing a handy reference to help you master the mechanics.

Bug Fixes

Dialogue UI Syncing

Fixed an issue where the dialogue UI wasnt syncing with camera movement, ensuring smooth and accurate interactions.

Camera Obstruction Fixed

Weve resolved an issue where the camera would become obstructed when looking up, so now you can gaze at the sky without any interruptions.

Respawn Clipping Resolved

Fixed an issue where the camera and player would clip through the ground upon respawning. Youll now return to the action smoothly.

Input Issue Fixed

Fixed a bug that caused incorrect input when the player was looking directly up. Your controls should now feel more responsive.

Hat Color Glitch Fixed

Adjusting settings no longer turns your hat black. Your stylish choices will stay vibrant, no matter what.

Wardrobe Tab Selection

Fixed an issue where the tab selection didnt work with the mouse when the wardrobe was active, ensuring a smoother customization experience.

Spider Animation Glitch Fixed

Weve smoothed out glitchy spider animations that occurred when the wardrobe was active. Your spider will now move seamlessly.

Draggable Objects Issue

Fixed a problem where objects couldnt be dragged when a web joint was targeted, allowing for smoother interaction with the environment.

Overlapping Text in Tutorials

Weve corrected overlapping text issues during tutorial quests, making instructions clearer and easier to follow.

Improvements

Web Building Enhancements

Weve updated the web animation and physics for a more satisfying and realistic web-building experience. You can now even customize individual pieces of your web!

Revamped Wardrobe

The wardrobe has received a makeover, making spider customization easier and more intuitive than ever before.

Streamlined UI

Weve improved the UI layout to ensure smoother navigation through menus and customization options.

General

Shading and Lighting Enhancements

Weve improved shading and lighting throughout the game, bringing a richer and more immersive visual experience.

UI Cleanup

Removed unnecessary UI elements to create a cleaner and more focused interface.

Controller and Keyboard Navigation

Improved UI navigation for both controllers and keyboards, ensuring a smoother and more intuitive experience across all devices.

[ 2024-08-15 21:04:19 CET ] [ Original post ]

We have a release day for our new demon including the kitchen level. It will drop on August 15th, which is less than a week ago. Watch the announcement trailer here: [previewyoutube=W_JQPHRPXEg;full][/previewyoutube] Join our Discord to be ready to share your web creations in the screenshots channel

[ 2024-08-09 13:57:11 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello Spider Family

We are thrilled to announce that A Webbing Journey has taken a massive leap in accessibility and inclusivity. Thanks to the incredible work of our translation partners, our Steam page is now available in 10 different languages!

A Multilingual Web

When we first saw our game page translated into so many languages, we were overwhelmed and overjoyed. Its surreal to see our beloved game described in languages from around the world. This milestone is not just a step forward for our game, but a giant leap towards building a global community of players who can enjoy Silkis adventures in their native language. Check out how crazy cool our Steam page looks in these languages:

Breaking Down Language Barriers

Weve always believed that games should be accessible to everyone, no matter where they are from or what language they speak. With our Steam page now available in: English Spanish (Spain) French German Italian Portuguese (Brazil) Russian Chinese (Simplified) Japanese Polish Were making strides to ensure that everyone can join in on the fun and excitement of web-spinning adventures.

A Global Community

We cannot wait to welcome new players from different parts of the world. Seeing A Webbing Journey's Steam page in various languages makes us appreciate the diversity of our gaming community even more. Your support and feedback have been invaluable in reaching this milestone, and we look forward to hearing from players around the globe.

Join the Journey

To our amazing community, thank you for being with us every step of the way. Were excited for whats next and cant wait to see how this multilingual expansion will enrich our game and our community. Stay tuned for more updates and, as always, happy webbing! Your friendly house spider

[ 2024-08-02 17:29:25 CET ] [ Original post ]

This was long overdue but we finally found the time to fully update our Steam page to represent the current state of our game. As many of you might have seen the new kitchen level on social media already, this can now be seen on our Steam page too. We made a new gameplay trailer which you can watch here: [previewyoutube=b_GilBq3DxI;full][/previewyoutube] Additionally, we put a lot of effort into creating amazing-looking screenshots. Here's a comparison between a rather quick and boring looking screenshot of the fridge and one that looks 10x more interesting. [table] [tr] [td]
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[/td] [/tr] [/table] In addition to this we have a completely new "ABOUT THIS GAME" section including nice headers like these. Our amazing artist did such a great job


And as every good Steam page, we also included some really cool GIFs in this section to show you more of the gameplay. Trust us, the spider webs on the GIFs look so much better on the Steam page. You should definitely check them out in action there [table] [tr] [td]
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[/td] [/tr] [/table] The coolest part about our new page is that it's not only available in English, but also German which should help us reach more players around the world. We plan to translate our Steam page to even more languages including:

• French
• Italian
• Spain - Europe
• Polish
• Russian
• Portuguese - Brazil
• Japanese
• Chinese - Simple

Follow our game so you don't miss the translation into your language. Oh, and if you haven't already, make sure to join our Discord server to chat with the developers and ask them all the questions you have about the game. Plus, there will information about upcoming playtests and give-aways on there too. So don't miss your spot

[ 2024-07-24 22:37:19 CET ] [ Original post ]

General Questions

What is A Webbing Journey?

A Webbing Journey is an upcoming physics-based sandbox game where you explore a house from the perspective of a cute little spider. You'll navigate various rooms, solve puzzles, and experience a unique and charming environment.

When will A Webbing Journey be released?

While we dont have an exact release date yet, we plan to launch the 1.0 version in 2025. Stay tuned for announcements!

When will the updated demo be released?

The updated demo will be available on Steam by the end of July 2024. The demos App Store and Google Play might take a bit longer, but we try to get them out as fast as possible.

How much will the game cost?

The game is planned to be priced around $15-$20, with regional pricing adjustments.

Will there be a player-facing roadmap in the future?

We are considering this and will update you via all our channels once a decision is made.

Will there be a VR version of A Webbing Journey?

There are no plans for a VR version of the game at this time.

Does A Webbing Journey support multiplayer?

Not yet, but there might be local multiplayer in the future.

I saw a new level or feature online. Why isnt it in the game yet?

Development is ongoing, and we often preview new features and levels on our Discord and other social media. These previews might not be available in the current version of the game.

What happened to the island levels in the old demo?

We know that some of you fell in love with the island setting of our game. However, we really struggled to utilize the whole potential of our spider movement and web building mechanics on these islands. After many brainstorming rounds we found that a setting inside a house with different rooms as levels are a much better fit for our game mechanics, providing more verticality and interactions.

Where can I make suggestions or give feedback?

You can share your feedback in our Discord under the #feedback channel or on the Steam Forum page.

Gameplay Questions

Can I play offline?

Yes, A Webbing Journey does not require an internet connection.

Is there a story mode?

The demo does not feature a full story mode, but the final game will include a narrative centered around exploring various rooms in a house.

How long is the story line?

The final story line should take about two to three hours to complete.

I have arachnophobia but would love to try the game. What can I do?

You can enable the arachnophobia setting under the accessibility options in the main and pause menu. This will transform all spiders and other insects into cute balls!

Does the game have a free-roam or open-world mode?

Yes, you can explore all levels freely and manipulate objects as you wish without needing to complete quests.

Will the spiders appearance change?

While we are refining the spider model, its overall appearance will likely remain similar to what the community has come to love.

How can I save my progress?

Currently, there is no save feature in the demo, but we will inform you once it is added.

Will there be boss fights or PvP?

Our goal is to keep the game peaceful, so boss fights and PvP are unlikely.

Will there be a sandbox mode?

The whole game is a sandbox. So, the answer is yes.

Im stuck on a quest. Where can I get help?

For help, visit our Discord server where many dedicated players are ready to assist.

Technical Questions

Does it run at 60 fps?

In most cases, yes. We have encountered lower fps on older systems, however, you may adjust the graphics settings to increase fps. We recommend adjusting the quality preset first to see what the impact on fps is.

Any plans to support Linux or MacOS?

We currently support the three major operating systems!

Is there ultrawide support?

Yes, the game and HUD are designed with ultrawide screens in mind. If you encounter issues, let us know and we will address them as soon as possible.

Does the game support controller play?

Yes, most mainstream game controllers are supported.

May I remap the controls to better suit my needs?

Yes absolutely! Most of the games controls can be customized and rebound to different keys or buttons.

Will there be modding support?

We absolutely support modding A Webbing Journey. While we currently do not offer functionality to load mods from within the game, we are happy to support our modding community. You may find more information about modding in our modding channels on Discord.

Which game engine is A Webbing Journey built on?

At Fire Totem Games, we develop all of our current games with various versions of Unity.

I found a bug. How can I report it?

Report bugs in the #bugs channel on our Discord server or on the Steam Forum page.

[ 2024-07-10 10:51:15 CET ] [ Original post ]

Join the A Webbing Journey Steam Next Fest Extravaganza!
Are you ready for an adventure like no other? Dive into the enchanting world of A Webbing Journey with the developers themselves! Join us for an exclusive live-streaming event where we'll play through all the game levels, answer all your burning questions, and maybe even reveal some hidden techniques.
Whether you're a web-slinging pro or a curious gamer, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out! Swing into an arachnid adventure and weave your webs to solve mysteries and quests. Explore lush forests, deserts, and ancient temples, and immerse yourself in a world where nature meets magic.
Join our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/QShTp2RgXr Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FireTotemGames Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPDpQitxvBQS3PHK_lGKLbA Follow us on TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/firetotemgames/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firetotemgames/

[ 2023-10-11 14:00:30 CET ] [ Original post ]

Join the A Webbing Journey Steam Next Fest Extravaganza!
Are you ready for an adventure like no other? Dive into the enchanting world of A Webbing Journey with the developers themselves! Join us for an exclusive live-streaming event where we'll play through all the game levels, answer all your burning questions, and maybe even reveal some hidden techniques.
Whether you're a web-slinging pro or a curious gamer, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out! Swing into an arachnid adventure and weave your webs to solve mysteries and quests. Explore lush forests, deserts, and ancient temples, and immerse yourself in a world where nature meets magic.
Join our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/QShTp2RgXr Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FireTotemGames Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPDpQitxvBQS3PHK_lGKLbA Follow us on TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/firetotemgames/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firetotemgames/

[ 2023-10-09 18:47:57 CET ] [ Original post ]

Ready for a taste of our magical world? Play our FREE demo on Steam and immerse yourself in the thrilling puzzles and whimsical quests that await you! Help make our dreams come true by wishlisting A Webbing Journey on Steam! Your support means the world to us, and it ensures you'll be the first to know when we release the full game. Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey. Together, let's weave a web of unforgettable gaming experiences! Join us on this enchanting adventure as we swing into the limelight alongside other amazing indie games. Follow us on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram to get the latest updates and sneak peeks behind the scenes of our development journey. Don't miss out on being a part of our thriving community! Join our Discord server to connect with fellow gamers, share your thoughts, and discuss all things A Webbing Journey.

[ 2023-08-03 21:46:51 CET ] [ Original post ]

Our long awaited Steam Demo update is finally here! With this update we introduced many new exciting features which you can read more about below.,

New Features

• A brand new UI! Our new UI should make it easier for you to navigate the menus in A Webbing Journey and give you access to many new features which didnt exist previously. We overhauled the main menu and pause menu entirely to give the game a fresh new look and feel.
• A new set of audio sliders now gives you more control over how you want to experience the games sound. You can now individually control dialogue, effect, music, master and UI volume to tune them to your liking.
• Control customization is finally possible! We heard your feedback and implemented one of the most desired features. A Webbing Journey now allows you to completely remap the controls to your liking for controllers and keyboards. Simply head to the controls tab in the main/pause menus.
• A new set of gameplay settings. You can now choose whether you wish to hold or toggle sprint. Similarly, you can now choose to hold or toggle the quick web shoot button which should make certain quests more accessible. Auto zooming can be toggled as well.
• A new set of graphics settings. You now have access to more quality presets which feature a new LOD system that should increase performance on lower end machines. Furthermore, we added more control over how the game looks. You may now change the brightness, contrast and saturation to your liking. For performance reasons, you may now to choose to disable the grass shader.
• A map now shows you where you can find quests and which quests have been completed! You can find the new map in the pause menu!
• A new secret level!
• Water walking is now possible! What started out as an April fools joke is now a gameplay setting in A Webbing Journey. Water walking should make it easier for you to navigate the game world freely.

Bug Fixes

• We fixed a bug which caused controller input to not scale correctly at certain sensitivity settings.
• We fixed a bug that would cause the player to not get reset correctly when using the player reset button.
• We fixed a bug where a player death would break the follow system for an npc.
• We fixed a bug where Crawly would not follow the player correctly.
• We fixed a bug where the grass shader would break, especially on Mac.

Improvements

• Improved npc follow system. We know how annoying it can be when npcs dont follow the player correctly so we improved the npc system to allow for easier quest completion.
• Improved the wardrobe for better player customization. Alongside the new UI, the wardrobe received a big upgrade which should make player customization easier.

General

• We want to actively support the modding community for A Webbing Journey. The latest demo is now available as a mono build which should allow you to make changes to the game files more easily. We are excited to see what our community can come up with!

[ 2023-07-04 13:13:53 CET ] [ Original post ]

We've fixed some pesky bugs hindering players' camera movement in this patch. While this is just a small patch, we hope it makes the game more enjoyable. As always, thank you for your feedback and support!

New Features

- Weve added a few new breakable objects that you can now play around with. These include Easter eggs and walnuts.

Bug Fixes

- Weve fixed a bug that prevented the camera from moving smoothly when playing with the mouse. Mouse input should now be smooth and not stutter along.

Improvements

- Added a hint for how to open the door in the ruins in level 1.

General

- Various performance improvements.

[ 2023-04-23 10:40:30 CET ] [ Original post ]

We've fixed some pesky bugs hindering players' progress in this patch. We also made some quality-of-life improvements and added new features you'll love. As always, thank you for your feedback and support!

New Features

- You asked for it, and we listened! Easter eggs are now movable, so you can finally create your egg hunts in the game! - Weve added a new sound effect to the emote system so that you can dab to the beat of your drum!

Bug Fixes

- Weve fixed a bug that allowed players to use quick build while their web was active, providing a more balanced web-building experience. - Quest progress and reward popups should now appear as intended, so you can track your progress in completing tasks. - Weve addressed an issue that caused players to continue emoting after respawning, sometimes leading to a lack of control over the spider. Rest assured. Youll have full control now! - The tutorial level now uses the correct terrain collider, making navigating easier for new players. - Weve fixed a bug that caused volume sliders to malfunction on all platforms. Now you can once again listen to our beautiful soundtrack. - Spider eyes render correctly when interacting with the water shader, providing a more immersive experienceno more silly eyes. - The wardrobe web should now show up properly, allowing you to see your web color in the wardrobe. - Weve added shadows to the terrain, improving the games visual fidelity. - The cursor on Mac will no longer be enormous.

Improvements

- Speaking with Tipsy in the tutorial level will now automatically open the wardrobe screen. Players will now no longer forget to put clothes on. - Exiting the wardrobe in the tutorial will continue the dialogue with Tipsy. You cant leave her hanging by not showing off the new outfit! - We fixed some holes in the temple on island 2. We dont want you to escape too easily.

General

- Various performance improvements. - LOD system implemented. - Our game should now be able to run on your potato laptops. - Updated the long overdue Mac demo

[ 2023-03-29 11:28:21 CET ] [ Original post ]