Hey scouts!

Does anyone else feel like summer is closing in? Just me? Temperatures are rising over here, and it looks like we're in need of something to keep ourselves comfy and hydrated. So let's talk about different ways in which we're making the world of Oppidum more immersive. Here we go!

Mind the weather

I hope you're as excited as me about this. We've implemented a weather system into Oppidum! If you're one to enjoy nature as its fullest, then you will surely appreciate the atmosphere meteorological changes bring to the experience. Of course, rain is the most obvious example There's a whole different ambience when rain pours over Insule, as you get to enjoy its sights and sounds. There's more to it than a simple effect, however! You will be able to tell the forecast for the following hours of the day straight from your UI:
What did you say? Ain't nobody have time for that? Don't worry, the rain still won't be able to catch you unprepared. If you notice the day getting gloomier out of a sudden, you might want to look up! How do the clouds look? You'll be able to tell straight away if it's gonna start raining soon! No need to water your crops

And of course, no weather system is complete without some intimidating stormy effects! But don't take my word for it, and have a look instead at this video we've prepared showcasing some of the weather effects of Oppidum: [previewyoutube=tZAeKZyY6-Y;full][/previewyoutube]

When the storm clears up

But calm comes after the storm, and we want to make sure you're not the only one enjoying a clear sky after the tempest. As you can see in the video above, inhabitants of Insule now will occasionally stretch their legs and take a stroll! No more standing in the same spot (unless that's actually their job, I guess!) Other characters will behave in more natural ways than before, interacting with their surrounding, changing places, or maybe just finding the best possible spot to dig a good hole without ruining the lawn.

Let's get back home

And to do so, we're gonna close up the devlog with some new cool mechanic that will make your life much easier. See this scroll? There are different types to discover on your adventure, but let's focus on this one for a moment.
Just use it from your inventory and...
Yup! This scroll will instantly return you to your camp, so whether your sleepy, need to drop a few items on your storage or need to craft a new sword to fight some foes, this will make the process much easier. I'm gonna let you guess what other types of scrolls you might encounter

See you next time!

Thanks once again for sticking with me until the end. How does the weather system look? You can join us on Discord or follow us on social media to let us know your thoughts about what youve seen today. Id also like to remind you that Oppidum offers an experience that can be enjoyed either as a single player, or with some friends! Do you have anyone in mind you would like to share it with? Were more than happy to welcome anyone into the community and it helps us a great deal. In any case, I hope you guys have a great rest of the week, and see you for the next update!

[ 2024-06-13 14:00:29 CET ] [ Original post ]