Im thrilled to announce that Spaceman Memories has been selected to be part of the prestigious Latin American Games Showcase (LAGS), happening alongside The Game Awards 2024! This incredible event, now in its fourth edition, is presented by industry leaders Annapurna, Raw Fury, and ID@Xbox. It celebrates the creativity and talent of game developers across Latin America in a global digital conference. The showcase will take place on December 10th at 4:00 p.m. PT livestreaming through the Youtube and Twitch of The Game Awards channel and the Latin American Games Showcase Channel. This event will be featuring more than 50 Latin American games from countries including Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Honduras, Venezuela, Paraguay, Uruguay, the Dominican Republic, and Ecuador. This milestone is a testament to the creativity and determination that defines our regions gaming community. I cant wait for you to experience what weve created. Mark your calendars and join me to watch Spaceman Memories in this wonderful showcase game development to the world stage. Thank you for being part of this journeyits your support that makes moments like this possible! Learn more about the event on the LAGS X page Thanks for following along, Tulio AKA NerdyPunkDev Spaceman Memories Developer

[ 2024-12-03 17:29:57 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hey everyone, A few weeks ago, I finally got my hands on a Steam Deck. From the start, I knew I wanted to use it as a dev kit for Spaceman Memories, but its also been a blast to play on. Theres something special about testing a game youve been pouring your heart into on such a unique deviceand yes, sneaking in some gaming sessions in between tests has definitely happened.

Testing the Game

Right now, Spaceman Memories runs on the Steam Deck as a Windows build using DirectX 11. Thanks to Proton, it works really well, but Im always on the lookout for ways to improve the experience. Running the game on the Deck has given me a better perspective on things like performance, controls, and UIelements that feel different when youre playing on a handheld.

Aiming for Native Linux

While the Windows build works fine, I want to go further. My goal is to release Spaceman Memories as a native Linux build to make the most of the Decks SteamOS. This means switching to Vulkan, which takes a bit more work, but itll ensure the game feels like it was made for this platform. Plus, theres something satisfying about knowing the game runs directly on the system without needing a compatibility layer.

The Fun of Development on Deck

Using the Steam Deck as a dev kit has been an interesting balance. On one hand, its super convenientI can test Spaceman Memories directly on the device itll be played on. On the other hand, its hard not to get distracted by other games (lets just say its a great device for research). But even while gaming for fun, Im always paying attention to how other games handle performance and design for handheld play.

Whats Next?

Im currently fine-tuning the Windows build to make sure it runs as smoothly as possible on the Deck while working on the transition to a native Linux build. My goal is to make Spaceman Memories not just compatible, but a perfect fit for the Steam Deck. In the upcoming months I will be uploading recorded videos of my Steam Deck running Spaceman Memories so watch out for my social media posts. If youre a Steam Deck owneror just curiousId love to hear your thoughts! What do you look for in a handheld experience? Any features you think would make Spaceman Memories shine on the Deck? Thanks for following along, Tulio AKA NerdyPunkDev

[ 2024-11-23 07:29:40 CET ] [ Original post ]

I'm excited to share the first official gameplay trailer for Spaceman Memories! Take a glimpse into the world of this 2.5D JRPG, where turn-based combat, intricate puzzles, and a unique journey to recover lost memories come to life. This trailer offers a sneak peek into the games low-poly pixel art style, Japanese-inspired landscapes, and encounters with ancient spirits. Watch now to get a taste of whats coming! Check out the trailer, and dont forget to add Spaceman Memories to your wishlist! [previewyoutube=cEPKOO2DP4o;full][/previewyoutube] The trailer launch has also been featured in Japanese gaming media. You can check out the articles here: https://dengekionline.com/article/202411/22951 https://gamebiz.jp/news/394866 https://www.gamer.ne.jp/news/202410290004/

[ 2024-11-01 21:45:57 CET ] [ Original post ]

NerdyPunkDev here and I've got exciting news. Spaceman Memories was recently featured on Japanese gaming media. As an indie game developer from Central America this is extremely cool. Both articles were about the launch of the Steam page and the availability for wishlists of the game. I'm very happy as the game is based on Japanese culture and it's really cool that it is getting its own bit of recognition around there, so THANKS JAPAN!

You can read the full Dengeki magazine article here

https://dengekionline.com/articles/186256/

You can read the full Gamer magazine article here

https://www.gamer.ne.jp/news/202305180077/

[ 2023-05-28 21:16:27 CET ] [ Original post ]