Arcade Classics is now fully playable on Linux!

Tested on Ubuntu 24.04, the game runs smooth just like on Windows and macOS. Linux icon by Freepik - Flaticon

[ 2025-04-16 18:24:46 CET ] [ Original post ]

The game engine has been updated to Unity 6, improving performance and stability, and preparing the game for future patches and additions.

[ 2025-02-01 20:40:34 CET ] [ Original post ]

Check out the game here:

[ 2024-12-25 19:13:09 CET ] [ Original post ]

This patch fixes the following issues:

• General fix for Steam overlay activation properly pausing the game. Activating the Steam overlay would in some cases not pause the game for up to 2 seconds. This is no longer an issue.

Astro Impact:

• Occasional crashes late in the game (wave 8 and onwards) due to improper handling of particle effects, causing memory overload. Particle effects are now properly handledso you can keep blasting asteroids without interruptions!

Brick Smash:

• The ball getting stuck bouncing between the edges of the screen or paddle for too long. Instead of waiting for 6 hits to change the angle ("unstuck" the ball), the ball will now adjust after just 3 edge/paddle hitsmaking the gameplay faster. You can still use the boost function at any time to get "unstuck," but if you don't want to, it happens faster now.

What's Next? NinjaThea 2 is Coming!

Get ready for NinjaThea 2, a classic 2D platformer where you help Thea, a small yet fearless ninja girl, reclaim her stolen diamonds and fruits! The critters are back for revenge, and only Thea can stop them. Try out the demo and whishlist it:

[ 2024-10-30 21:02:09 CET ] [ Original post ]

This patch fixes a bug where usernames longer than 20 characters would cause the leaderboard text to break, disrupting the display. Sorry for the inconvenience!

[ 2024-07-12 10:47:53 CET ] [ Original post ]

This patch fixes the following issues: Astro Impact:

• RNG bug causing asteroids to occasionally spawn in a set pattern, which also affected supply satellite spawning.

Alien Assault:

• Highscore save bug that would some times overwrite an existing highscore with a lower score. This issue did not affect the global leaderboard, only the local save file.

I hope these small fixes improve gameplay.

[ 2024-06-15 21:07:43 CET ] [ Original post ]

This update adds a subtle nostalgic CRT visual mode, and an upgraded lighting package to improve visuals. In addition, issue with inconsistent framerate is fixed.

• Framerate capped @60hz to handle choppy framerate and ensure smoother, more consistent gameplay.
• Added a CRT visual mode for a bit of nostalgia, adding an old-school vibe to the game.
• Upgraded the Unity lighting package for better lighting. The lighting is discreet but significantly improved.

I hope these updates make the game better for you

[ 2024-05-12 13:38:12 CET ] [ Original post ]

This patch fixes a respawn bug in Alien Assault where players could, under certain circumstances, respawn during the Game Over screen. Additionally, it includes a few minor UI tweaks.

[ 2024-04-25 11:06:38 CET ] [ Original post ]

This patch adjusts the requirements for a few achievements to make them less of a chore. Hopefully, more players can now unlock these without getting too bored. Astro Impact:

• Red Rampage, Blue Breakthrough and Green Gain: Now you only need to reach wave 4 with each, down from 5.

Brick Smash:

• Night Sky Knight: Requirement changed to reach level 6, previously 8.

[ 2024-04-03 10:45:34 CET ] [ Original post ]

"Alien Assault" brings a fresh wave of nostalgia mixed with new challenges to the Arcade Classics collection. Choose your tank and take on waves of aliens with a variety of weapons and power-ups. This addition also brings 9 new achievements, from leveling up your tank to having a large arsenal of missiles and shields, each achievement offers a unique challenge that rewards your gaming prowess. [previewyoutube=-8d481ORGZc;full][/previewyoutube] Go for a new high score, unlock all achievements, and save Earth from the alien onslaught. Good luck

[ 2024-03-01 18:15:28 CET ] [ Original post ]

EDIT Feb. 23rd '24: Thanks to all who participated and for the feedback. Nothing too big, only a few minor adjustments and the game will be released as planned March 3rd. -------------------- Sign up to playtest Arcade Classics and give feedback to the dev. Requests will be reviewed and approved every day @20:00 CET. You can request a playtest until Wednesday February 21st 2024 midnight CET. This playtest focuses on the newly Alien Assault, but you're also welcome to play the two previous games in the collection. Please leave your feedback here on Steam or send it directly to reza@dreamware.games. Thanks

[ 2024-02-18 20:57:16 CET ] [ Original post ]

The third game in the series, Alien Assault, is in its last phase of development with an expected release date of March 3, 2024. A demo of the current state can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzkXNs8T3FI Besides testing, work still remains on:

• Powerups and achievements
• Enemy wave progression and difficulty

Updates included in this patch are:

• Manage UI animation using 3rd party library (DOTween) instead of Unity's built in animator
• Updated main menu game descriptions and images
• New ball animations in Brick Smash
• Fixed an issue with faulty random asteroid spawns in Astro Impact.

[ 2024-02-03 15:08:49 CET ] [ Original post ]

Pixel Art

No animations yet, but the core artwork for the aliens in Alien Assault is done. More work also done on wave transitions, bosses and Steam leaderboard. Coming Q1 '24. Have a look here: [previewyoutube=yUI-LW37wkA;full][/previewyoutube]

[ 2023-12-22 10:12:31 CET ] [ Original post ]

Contains the following updates:

• New options: resolution settings and master audio adjustment.
• Astro Assault: Fixed glitched borders for third boss (boss could get stuck off screen).

[ 2023-11-20 20:50:06 CET ] [ Original post ]

After a long summer and early autumn of regular work, I'm finally back and working on the next game in the collection: Alien Assault. The following is finished using placeholder graphics (and no music/sfx yet):

• Core gameplay mechanics (movement, shooting, death/respawn, enemies/waves ++)
• Input remapping
• Steam Leaderboard

Next on the agenda is gameplay loop (bosses, transitions, achievements), graphics (pixel art/animations), and music/sfx. In addition, more options are added to the settings:

• Resolution
• Graphics quality
• Master volume

Also working on new Steam store and Steam client graphical assets. All coming soon! Check out this short video for a demo of it all: [previewyoutube=MoRaPvXL1fw;full][/previewyoutube]

[ 2023-10-04 19:10:02 CET ] [ Original post ]

The following has been updated:

Astro Impact

Infinite boost (temporary)

• Grants the player infinite boost for 30 seconds.

Increased speed

• A one time only power up, permanently increasing thrust speed by 20% and rotation speed by 10%. Will only spawn from wave 3 onwards, and after player has upgraded weapon.

Difficulty tweaks

• Increased probability of item drop from destroyed enemy spaceships by 10%.

Brick Smash

Invincibility (temporary)

• Grants the player (ball) invincibility for 30 seconds. Will only spawn from level 3 onwards.

Difficulty tweaks

• Increased probability of item drop from destroyed bricks by 10%.
• "Reverse paddle" powerup spawns from level 3, as opposed to originally level 2.
• Reduced requirement for achievement "Night sky knight" to reaching level 8 only, as opposed to originally level 10.

Regarding the next game and its inspiration

If anyone shoud be interested in the next title, Alien Assault, the progress will be documented in the Game Design Document. Just like the other games already made, all the assets, including artwork, music, code, and other elements, will be created entirely from scratch. While the gameplay is inspired by and reminiscent of the original, my intention is to add a unique touch with distinctive art style, music, and mechanics. Using the original names for the existing games upon release was unfortunate and, in retrospect, amateurish. I've renamed the existing games and provided a clearer description of their original inspirations in the main menu, ensuring there is no confusion moving forward. Rest assured the games are still the same (with the added powerups from this patch). To the few who have played this game, and even fewer who bother reading this: thank you so much and have a great summer

[ 2023-07-20 12:27:25 CET ] [ Original post ]

Development is going ahead well and the new power ups for Astro Impact and Brick Smash are being tested. These will release by end of July 2023. Development on Alien Assault (remake inspired by Space Invaders) is started with basic menu navigation and core gameplay mechanics. Expected release Q1 2024.

Astro Impact

Two new power ups are being tested: Infinite boost (temporary) Grants the player infinite boost for a limited time. 30 seconds as of writing this, actual duration pending further testing.
Increased speed A one time only power up, permanently increasing player movement by one point. As of writing this, will only spawn from wave 3 onwards. Actual spawn time pending further testing.
Additional weapon power ups such as homing missiles are also in the works, but not ready to test yet.

Brick Smash

One new power up is being tested: Invincibility (temporary) Grants the player (ball) invincibility for a limited time. 30 seconds as of writing this, actual duration pending further testing.
When invincible, the player ball regardless of which color originally, will change to pulsating black:

Alien Assault

Started work on the following:

• Basic menu navigation, including HUD and pause menu
• Core gameplay (enemy waves, cannon movement etc) - with placeholder art
• Input controls and remapping

Have a great summer

[ 2023-07-03 15:45:49 CET ] [ Original post ]

Fixes the following issues: Brick Smash (Breakout):

• Fit bricks correctly when aspect ratio is 4:3

Ultra wide screens (21:9 aspect ratio):

• Correctly set horizontal borders
• Fit background across entire width

[ 2023-06-17 20:10:51 CET ] [ Original post ]

Relive the excitement and challenge of classic games inspired by the likes of Asteroids and Breakout, recreated with authentic gameplay and fresh new visuals and music. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the arcade scene, Arcade Classics offers hours of fun and challenge. Go for a new high score or attempt to get all the achievements!

[ 2023-06-09 10:43:58 CET ] [ Original post ]

The release build is ready and the final changes from the playtest feedback are implemented, including:

• Astro Impact (Asteroids): Enemy homing missile speed tweaked, added slight randomness to chase speed and turn speed.
• Brick Smash (Breakout): Reverse paddle "powerup" is now timed (temporary) and wears out after a certain period, reverting the controls to normal. The time it lasts increases for every level, starting at 30 sec and increasing as you progress through the levels.

In addition, the final 3 bosses of Astro Impact and 2 new types of enemy homing missiles are added; as well as the remaining achievements, bringing the total up to 18. Unfortunately, the new items asked for during playtest are not ready to implement for release, but will be added asap after. I'm hoping to properly implement these and release them by end of August this year. The new items are:

• Astro Impact (Asteroids):
  • Weapon upgrade Homing missiles
  • Speed upgrade (permanent) Increases movement speed of the ship
  • Infinite boost (temporary) Use your boost as much as you want (lasts for 30 sec)
• Brick Smash (Breakout):
  • Invincibility (temporary) Ball cannot be destroyed, regardless of what it touches
  • Infinite power shot (temporary) Use your power shot as much as you want (lasts for 15 sec)

Finally, basic input handling and menu setup for the next title, Space Invaders, is implemented. That game will be released (for free) Q1 2024. Have a look at some of the features here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvMQ4HkjYoM

[ 2023-05-27 22:43:25 CET ] [ Original post ]