Updates

• added stylus support
• added About Menu
• removed splash screen and upgraded engine version
• perf updates (anchor point shader)
• various UI updates

Known Issues

• macOS sometimes crashes on launch (close and relaunch again if this happens)
• macOS sometimes shows a "Quit Unexpectedly" notification, even when the game is quit expectedly (dismiss the notification)

[ 2025-01-22 00:16:55 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hey everyone! Got some big announcements for the coming weeks.

Mobile Launch

First and foremost, Ouros is out now on iOS and Android! I've been working hard to make Ouros play wonderfully on mobile devices, and can't wait for you to give it a try!

• Buy it on iOS here
• Buy it on Android here

Wholesome Games Steam Celebration Event

Ouros will be on sale for the Wholesome Game Steam Celebration from August 15th to 21st. Check it out, as well as all the other wholesome games part of the event! Click here for the Wholesome Games Steam Event. The event starts on August 15th, 1pm ET.

PlayNYC x AnimeNYC

I'll also be exhibiting Ouros at PlayNYC from August 23rd to 25th. This year, PlayNYC is partnering with AnimeNYC to host the event. If you are in NYC and attending this convention, say hello and check out my booth!

Back to School Games Celebration - Steam Event

Lastly, Ouros will be on sale for the Back to School Games Celebration on Steam from August 26th to September 1st! Expect some games that are educational, productivity-enhancing, and help enrich your mind!
--- That's all for now! I'm super excited for all of these events, thank you so much to everyone for all the support! Best, Michael

[ 2024-08-14 16:52:45 CET ] [ Original post ]

I'm excited to announce that Ouros is coming to iOS and Android on Wednesday, August 14th!

• Pre-order for iOS here
• Pre-register for Android here

Ouros is a calming puzzle game about forming beautiful curves in a serene space. Find your flow as you nudge, bend, and stretch curves into pleasing shapes, and discover the inherent mathematical beauty of Ouros. Ouros plays wonderfully on mobile devices! It has multi-touch controls that feel incredibly intuitive. I've been working hard on making Ouros work on these platforms and can't wait to get this version into your handsliterally! Cheers, Michael

[ 2024-07-18 17:42:57 CET ] [ Original post ]

Features

• added proper versioning (hence the v1.0.1)
• removed some in-game load hiccups
• fixed a credit
• unity version upgrade to 2022.3.32f1

Known Issues

• - macOS sometimes crashes on launch (close and relaunch again if this happens)
• - macOS sometimes shows a "Quit Unexpectedly" notification, even when the game is quit expectedly (dismiss the notification)

[ 2024-06-14 18:29:58 CET ] [ Original post ]

Features

- Ouros should now support touchscreen for Windows devices such as the Microsoft Surface and the ROG Ally. - Ouros also supports touchscreen on Linux. It was already supported on Steam Deck, you can use touch there too! - Increased touch radius for control points - updated unity version (2022.3.30f1) - Pause Button shown in Level Selector

Bug Fixes

- Handle Empty Save File Bug - "Flip Direction" sound now respects volume settings

Known Issues

- macOS sometimes crashes on launch (close and relaunch again if this happens)

[ 2024-05-29 19:22:49 CET ] [ Original post ]

- removed bug that broke Intel-based macOS builds (introduced from previous patch steamfacepalm) Current Known Issues - macOS sometimes crashes on launch (close and relaunch again if this happens) - flip sound effect doesn't respond to volume sliders.

[ 2024-05-27 04:16:16 CET ] [ Original post ]

- fixed a bug on macOS where the game crashed when switching desktops Current Known Issues - macOS sometimes crashes on launch (close and relaunch again if this happens) - flip sound effect doesn't respond to volume sliders.

[ 2024-05-26 18:42:16 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hi everyone! I recently released Ouros, and have been absolutely floored by the response. Thank you so much everyone! I'm also happy to (belatedly) announce that Ouros is featured in the Cerebral Puzzle Showcase! It features a 20% discount that will last until June 5th! Check it out, as well as all the other wonderful puzzle games in the showcase!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2452920/Ouros/ - Michael

[ 2024-05-24 17:47:42 CET ] [ Original post ]

Today's the big day! Ouros is now available on Steam! It will launch with a 20% discount for the next two weeks! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2452920/Ouros/ [previewyoutube=TJ6pdk_5v8A;full][/previewyoutube] Making this game has been a labor of love. I've learned so much over the course of developing this game. Thank you to everyone who has supported me, it means the world. - Michael

[ 2024-05-22 15:00:56 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hey everyone! Hope all is well! Ouros is releasing in two weeks! May 22nd 2024! I've been working hard to get it across the finish line and have a couple of announcements to share.

Steam Deck Support

Ouros is supported on Steam Deck! I'm excited to announce that Ouros works great on Steam Deck! I've been working hard on getting it to work seamlessly, and am very happy with how it controls. You'll be able to play on Steam Deck in 3 different ways: [olist]

Ouros will have multi-touch support for Steam Deck. Multi-Touch works especially well on the new Steam Deck OLED!

You'll be to use the Right Trackpad to emulate the mouse cursor (click and drag with trackpad click or R2).

You'll also be able to use the Left Joystick to emulate the mouse cursor (click and drag with the A button).[/olist] You can even combine control schemes! For example you can use the right trackpad to drag one point, and use touch to drag another. Here's a video of multi-touch! [previewyoutube=I6FVM8dWrG4;full][/previewyoutube] The UI functions with the touch, mouse cursor emulation, and dpad+buttons. Ouros runs at a buttery smooth 90 fps on the new Steam Deck OLED model, and 60 fps on the older LCD model. If playing on the Steam Deck, be sure to use the Official Controller Layout.

Demo Ends May 15th

The Ouros Demo will remain available until Wednesday, May 15th. I hope you've all enjoyed the demo. If you haven't played it yet, you have one more week to try it out. That's all for now! Be sure to wishlist Ouros if you haven't already! I can't wait it into your hands. Best, Michael

[ 2024-05-08 18:53:13 CET ] [ Original post ]

I'm excited to announce that Ouros, a calming curve-based puzzle game, will be releasing on Steam on May 22nd! [previewyoutube=6nhOlaM4xrs;full][/previewyoutube] Find your flow as your nudge, bend, and stretch curves into pleasing shapes, and discover the inherent mathematical beauty of Ouros. I can't wait to get this game into your hands! - Michael

[ 2024-04-18 16:15:33 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hey all, The first* Next Fest livestream for Ouros is tonight, Friday, Feb 9th @ 8pm PST (GMT-8). I'll be in chat answering questions. Stop by and say hi!
Thanks! Michael *There were broadcast issues with my previous steam event (my stream wasn't showing up on the Next Fest page because of issues on Steam's end), so Steam Support granted me a replacement slot.

[ 2024-02-09 22:35:15 CET ] [ Original post ]

I'm excited to announce that Ouros will be participating at Steam Next Fest! The event starts on February 5th at 10AM PST (GMT-8), but you can already play the demo. Be sure to check it out! I'll also be streaming the game twice during the event. Dates coming soon! Feel free to stop by and chat!
Thanks! - Michael

[ 2024-02-05 06:01:14 CET ] [ Original post ]