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Pitch Black, Devlog #16

Yes, I know it's been a long time since the last Devlog, but I've been feeling down for a while and also didn't have much to discuss (until now). And also, yes, I'm finally having fun working on my own game, and it's after I forced myself to start planning things out. _ _ _

Story


The story was quite barebones, but now that I am writing and thinking through it, I finally have one I want to tell. It is still unfinishedvery unfinished. But now I have a real story, instead of just "Its dark, scary, there are monsters, blah blah blah. Oh, and some cryptic lore." Until I'm done writing the script for Act 1, I'll only be improving the base systems I already have. I have begun developing big games like Pitch Black with a "Go slow to be fast." mindset; Make the base systems simple but flexible so that it's easier to add onto later. This is more vital for something like Home Grown, but since there's still a lot ahead of Pitch Black (not just in terms of release content), a solid base is a good idea. So please bear with me as I finally write the story and improve the base game's last bit of spaghetti code.

Gameplay


I've made the most progress in gameplay; there is now full controller compatibility for Xbox, Switch (Pro Controller only), and PlayStation (DualShock); adding new content is simpler than ever; and the entire first area is beginning to feel more cohesive. There's not much else I can mention, but I've also tried testing on Xbox (I made a Developer Account and was able to put our Xbox in developer mode). But, it'll likely not work unless I get with another company to do the porting for me (so no console ports). _ _ _ Also, since Im now focusing more on making a good game (instead of rushing out a long but ultimately purposeless and unfun game) and taking my time with it, Ill be working on some of my other games that arent as big or complicated. Ill likely be joining more GameJams to sharpen both my game dev skills and communication skills (and also to have fun). So, I will see you in Pitch BlackWhen it is ready!


[ 2023-09-22 19:30:22 CET ] [ Original post ]



Pitch Black
Brandon Scott Miller
  • Developer

  • IronProject
  • Publisher

  • 2024
  • Release

  • Action Indie Strategy Casual RPG Adventure Simulation F2P Sports MMO Racing Singleplayer Multiplayer Coop EA
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    🎹🖱️Keyboard + Mouse
    🕹️ Partial Controller Support
    🎮 Full Controller Support
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  • https://ironproject.itch.io/pitchblack
  • Website

  • https://store.steampowered.com/app/2323400 
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  • A child is playing in the woods behind their family house. They find a cave, go in without any light, and begin yelling to hear the echo, but then many bats come flying out of the dark. They squeak and flap everywhere, causing the child to lose his balance and fall into a large hole, which at first glance appears to be bottomless. After only a couple of long seconds, the child reaches the ground, with their small head first—but they do not die; the child seems to go straight through the ground and, without hurting themself at all, end up in a weird room with rough walls and moist grounds. They see a table with a candle and a matchbox, and there is a door; what will you do now?

    Gameplay

    Go through many caves, rooms, and other strange places; solve puzzle after puzzle, and maybe even solve some mysteries while running from several horrific creatures. Learn of this reality some of the friendlier creatures call the pitch black, and maybe find out how will you escape it.

    Acts

    Act 1 will be available in the full game, but parts of Act 1 will also be available as a demo. Acts 2 & 3 will only be available in the full game.

    Free Act (Q4 2023)
    Run from the watchful eye, stay clear of the crawling corpse, and keep an eye out for any other creature you may run into in this first area of this dark place. Find a way to escape, be it by getting to the end of the dark caves, or meeting someone who may show you the 'right' way…

    Full Game (2024)
    Enter a calmer—but still quite unnerving—area of this dark universe. Find an escape as quickly as possible through the many bodies of water and get out before you meet a creature you cannot escape and before a masked man, who is not too happy about your presence, catches up…

    Full Game (2024)
    Reach the strangest area of this so-called pitch black. A place that seems on the surface to be your home, your reality… But in reality, it is not. Meet people you believe are your friends, but are not, then find the real people hiding in the light, although they aren't too friendly themselves.
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    • OS: Linux X11 64-bit
    • Processor: 1 Ghz
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