From the moment that the original Shinogi Chess Club released, I've had concrete ideas to continue the story and dig deeper into all of the questions raised by the first game. After a brief experiment with a different genre, I returned to the shared world of Burden of Proof/Shinogi Chess Club to tell the true story that I really wanted to achieve when this series first started. 8 months later and after a whole lot of effort, Shinogi Chess Club 2: Resistance is finally nearing release! If you're interested, you can check out the Shinogi Chess Club 2 Steam page using the link below! Wishlists really do help a lot and I appreciate everyone that has taken the time to support me! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2299430/Shinogi_Chess_Club_2_Resistance/

Development

Over the course of this past year, I've worked hard to not only anticipate expectations for this game, but exceed them. You'll see improvements in animation, rendering quality, stability, performance, and writing. I've tried to hone in on more consistently entertaining dialogue which balances plot, humor, and insight into each character. But beyond that, so much more has gone into the development for this project. In a nutshell, here's what you can expect from this new title:

• A continuation of Himiko's journey as she tracks down her mother
• An answer to nearly every question which was raised by the first game
• A direct look into Himiko's backstory and further development of the lead cast
• Largely the same exploration gameplay as the first game, but even more streamlined with less confusing levels and clear goals
• Enhanced Shinogi Chess controls and new variations in board setup which make certain matches play out differently than the first game
• UI polish across the board (literally and figuratively)
• Difficulty-related achievements are tracked per chapter and no longer require you to play through the whole game in one shot
• New easter eggs, hints, and lore about the state of Burden of Proof's characters and plot threads
• As usual, a whole suite of new music which expands upon themes from the first game and many scenes are now uniquely scored as well, utilizing motifs from each opponent/situation and playing with them in exciting new ways

Story Details

In the wake of the Typhoon Initiative's collapse, a new threat has risen to challenge the city's obsession with Shinogi Chess, a board game variant which has taken hold of countless schools across Japan. With the Spring Championships behind her, Himiko Masaki continues the search for her mother, and will stop at nothing to acquire power in pursuit of this goal. As she investigates new leads and unravels a sinister conspiracy, Himiko is driven down a path of vengeance, and discovers just how far she's willing to go for the truth. Meanwhile, Yoshino High School has finally recovered from last semester's shocking events. The Shinogi Chess Club struggles to stay afloat when new arrivals, including aspiring poet Kenshi Okawa, shake the group to their core. As Himiko learns more about the other members, such as Kaito Sakuma, a brilliant student with suspicious connections, she realizes that more lies beneath the surface when it comes to her friends. Amidst these complications, rival clubs at Yoshino High have also caught wind of Himiko's activities, and seek involvement for the safety of the school.
That's all for now, and I'd like to once again thank everyone for supporting me and keeping up with my work. I know everyone has been patient waiting for answers, so I think you'll be very satisfied to see everything that gets explored in this new title. For fans of Burden of Proof, I know this game will only provide a small taste of updates for BOP's plot lines, but I do believe you'll still find a lot to love here. Again, please wishlist Shinogi Chess Club 2: Resistance on Steam as it really helps a ton, and keep an eye out for new updates in the next few weeks! Thanks for playing, -Matt

[ 2023-09-06 17:32:45 CET ] [ Original post ]