play the JUICE Demo - my latest game :)
[ 2024-10-17 15:27:35 CET ] [ Original post ]
[previewyoutube=EsIOweJoxcE;full][/previewyoutube] Hey all! Just released the demo for my latest project JUICE, a hand-drawn first-person slaughterer that throws you into an apocalyptic dual narrative between a ravenous Monster and it's victim. It's quite a departure from my other titles usual genres but I highly recommend giving it a try anyways as it's something I'm quite proud of and the beginning of a hopefully whole new level of execution in future titles. PLAY THE DEMO HERE, IT'S ONLY AVAILABLE TILL MONDAY OCTOBER 21st!
[ 2024-10-17 15:27:35 CET ] [ Original post ]
FICTION #F3F release!
[ 2021-01-23 20:00:27 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hey all! Announcing the FICTION #F3F collection of ambient games including Nightline, Carcavas, That Feeling Blue, , and Sands of Voltark. These five pieces, originally released between 2018 - 21, have been remastered, enhanced and now available on Steam :) [previewyoutube=6cblPspMOSE;full][/previewyoutube] The collection features hours of music, dynamic 3D first person exploration and (mostly) peaceful open worlds. From infinite train rides to sun bleached deserts, theres quite a lot to experience at leisure:) https://store.steampowered.com/app/1480540/FICTION_F3F/
[ 2021-01-23 20:00:27 CET ] [ Original post ]
Announcing our next game: Ode to a Moon
Ode to a Moon is a first person thriller currently in development. As photo-journalist for a popular tabloid, youre tasked with documenting a historic fall festival in a far away rural town during a centennial lunar eclipse. Camera in hand you set off to that romantic hamlet only to discover the macabre fallout of a town's descent into madness. It was inspired by real events and the belief that truth is stranger than fiction.
[ 2019-07-05 17:01:55 CET ] [ Original post ]
VISIT THE STORE PAGE AND WISHLIST
Ode to a Moon is a first person thriller currently in development. As photo-journalist for a popular tabloid, youre tasked with documenting a historic fall festival in a far away rural town during a centennial lunar eclipse. Camera in hand you set off to that romantic hamlet only to discover the macabre fallout of a town's descent into madness. It was inspired by real events and the belief that truth is stranger than fiction.
- Myst meets Silent Hill while on a stroll trough Tarkovskys Zone.
- A horror game without monsters or enacted violence. So no jumpscares in the traditional sense.
- First Person exploration mechanics with point and click adventure elements.
- Multiple endings = replayability!
VISIT THE STORE PAGE AND WISHLIST
[ 2019-07-05 17:01:55 CET ] [ Original post ]
Big VR Update for Oculus Headsets
At the moment it is only compatible with Oculus Headsets, the original SteamVR alpha is still available as a beta branch and can be re-enabled from the Properties Menu. There's the retro Neon City, a beautiful Tron like CAD construct full of abstracted skyscrapers and doodle like forests. The bright Deconstructivist City, with towering shapes and labyrinthine alleys. The Desert Canyon, a wonderful oasis whose ancient ruins defy gravity. The Tropic Island, rendered in a cacophony of primary colors. And 4 Edge worlds that truly bend the senses.
Use the left joystick to move around the worlds, left index trigger to sprint and right index finger to jump. The right joystick will hard rotate your view by 45 degrees. You can move forward in whichever direction that you are looking at in the physical world.
The Developer access keys let you force load multiple different worlds as well as Quit the game. When loading a world it will randomly choose from a variety of possible starting locations.
[ 2019-06-25 03:42:50 CET ] [ Original post ]
This new update introduces 8 worlds to explore and was premiered in the Indie Megabooth's PAX East 2019 showcase!
At the moment it is only compatible with Oculus Headsets, the original SteamVR alpha is still available as a beta branch and can be re-enabled from the Properties Menu. There's the retro Neon City, a beautiful Tron like CAD construct full of abstracted skyscrapers and doodle like forests. The bright Deconstructivist City, with towering shapes and labyrinthine alleys. The Desert Canyon, a wonderful oasis whose ancient ruins defy gravity. The Tropic Island, rendered in a cacophony of primary colors. And 4 Edge worlds that truly bend the senses.
Controls:
Use the left joystick to move around the worlds, left index trigger to sprint and right index finger to jump. The right joystick will hard rotate your view by 45 degrees. You can move forward in whichever direction that you are looking at in the physical world.
Keyboard Dev Menu:
The Developer access keys let you force load multiple different worlds as well as Quit the game. When loading a world it will randomly choose from a variety of possible starting locations.
Important:
- Only compatible with Oculus Headsets at the moment.
- Intended for a seated or standing experience.
- For use with Oculus Touch Controllers.
- This is still an alpha, as such there are a few bugs and discrepancies with the PC version.
- If you run into any problems, bugs or want to actively participate in the development process please feel free to post in the VR discussion board!
- To play the original experimental SteamVR compatible alpha, you can re-enable it from the game's Properties Beta Options, and is listed as "vive - SteamVR". The launcher option will not work so you have to manually access this VR edition: open the 0N0WVR.exe in the VR folder found inside your game's installation directory.
[ 2019-06-25 03:42:50 CET ] [ Original post ]
0N 0W is coming to consoles other platforms!
The so far PC exclusive multidimensional walkabout adventure will soon melt brains in PlayStation 4, Virtual Reality (Oculus + Vive + OpenVR), Mobile platforms (Android + iOS), and hopefully the Nintendo Switch (We really want to but an email or two away from confirming that lol). 0N 0W on consoles will give players the same unique gameplay the PC game has to offer, plus many content updates:
[ 2019-05-31 23:43:44 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hey all! I'm ecstatic to announce that 0N 0W is releasing on consoles and multiple platforms this Q1 2020!
The so far PC exclusive multidimensional walkabout adventure will soon melt brains in PlayStation 4, Virtual Reality (Oculus + Vive + OpenVR), Mobile platforms (Android + iOS), and hopefully the Nintendo Switch (We really want to but an email or two away from confirming that lol). 0N 0W on consoles will give players the same unique gameplay the PC game has to offer, plus many content updates:
- New worlds to explore.
- A novel gameplay mode.
- Multiple achievements.
- Collectible encounters.
- & so much more!
So if you havent tried this fantastical voyage nows the perfect time to dive in!
[ 2019-05-31 23:43:44 CET ] [ Original post ]
0N 0W 's 1 year Anniversary! News - PAX - Discord
[ 2019-03-07 20:21:04 CET ] [ Original post ]
So it's been one year since the release of 0N 0W. Wooooo! It really feels like a thousand years ago since I clicked that green "release" button. I just wanted to thank you all for the love, support and comments, seriously nothing would've been possible without all of you :) I couldn't be happier :)
To celebrate the occasion the game has been on sale all this week to hopefully nudge the bajillion wishlisters out there to take the plunge and finally try out 0N 0W. I would seriously appreciate the support, showing the game at PAX East in a couple weeks and those things can be pricy haha.
Link to the Store Page.
So 0N 0W will be at PAX East this year in Boston, March 30-31, as part of the IndieMegabooth lineup!! This is very exciting news and I'm really looking forward to hopefully catching up with any of you that might be visiting. I'll be showing both the 2D and VR versions of 0N 0W during the fair so please stop by the IndieMegabooth and say hi :)
Link to the IndieMegabooth Announcement and details.
I've finally joined the 21st century and created a Discord group for all Colorfiction matters. You're welcome to join and invite you friends! I mostly leave it running all day while I work so feel free to say hi or have a discussion with other 0N 0W fans. If I don't reply right away it's because I'm forcing myself not to in order to finish some work :p haha. So please if you see me online but I didn't get back to you right away, don't take it personally, I'm probably squashing some bugs and will reply by 3 am lol.
Link to the Discord Group.
Well that is all friends, feel free to leave a comment below and have an 0N 0W day!
Much love,
-Colorfiction
[ 2019-03-07 20:21:04 CET ] [ Original post ]
Happy New Year! New game out and it's free :)
As my new year's gift to everyone I made a short free game about relaxing at sea. It's called becalm and is now available on Steam. Hopefully this peaceful experience will help us all start the year in an excellent mood :)
Becalm is a short 5 minute meditative experience where you drift in a sailboat through magical waters. This is a special boat, you won't have to steer, worry about logistics, capsizing or pirates. In this trip the goal is to relax and... becalm!
It's free, as in air, and called becalm . You can find it on steam here.
Best, -Colorfiction
[ 2019-01-18 16:19:08 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hey! I hope you're all having a fantastic start to the year :)
As my new year's gift to everyone I made a short free game about relaxing at sea. It's called becalm and is now available on Steam. Hopefully this peaceful experience will help us all start the year in an excellent mood :)
becalm
Becalm is a short 5 minute meditative experience where you drift in a sailboat through magical waters. This is a special boat, you won't have to steer, worry about logistics, capsizing or pirates. In this trip the goal is to relax and... becalm!
Adrift, afloat, at sea,
to the whim of the winds,
tracing the meridian to sunset...
It's free, as in air, and called becalm . You can find it on steam here.
Happy New Year!
Best, -Colorfiction
[ 2019-01-18 16:19:08 CET ] [ Original post ]
0N 0W Update 1.41 Hotfix
[ 2018-11-05 19:41:44 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hi All! Just uploaded a quick hotfix that fixes the missing/blackscreen main menu on Mac and Linux. Should be a really small patch if you're running the game in those platforms. Please let me know if you run into any problems. All the best, -Colorfiction
[ 2018-11-05 19:41:44 CET ] [ Original post ]
0°N 0°W now available for OSX Linux :)
This weekend I quietly pushed an update that many might have noticed that enabled support for OSX & Linux. So now everybody can play! I'm very curious as how performance is in these platforms, particularly OSX as I do not have access to a Mac (those things are costly lol), so any feedback is greatly appreciated :) Following the philosophical principles of Linux I've decided to strip 0°N 0°W of DRM for that platform, and will probably do the same for the other versions on Steam soon ( a DRM free version for all OS's is already available now on Itch if you prefer). IMPORTANT: This update might have also triggered a re-download of the entire game and a couple of problems installing on Windows according to some users (since I changed the depots structure). This should be sorted by now but again any feedback is appreciated so if you're running into any troubles please let me know via the community hub Bugs subforum and I'll get on it right away. Now that 0°N 0°W is available for all platforms I'll be focusing on VR :) Well that's all folks, thanks again for playing and a big hug/high five to y'all! -Colorfiction PS: If you haven't already follow the Developer page & Twitter to keep up with updates and new upcoming titles :)
[ 2018-09-18 06:53:44 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hey there!
0°N 0°W is now universal!
This weekend I quietly pushed an update that many might have noticed that enabled support for OSX & Linux. So now everybody can play! I'm very curious as how performance is in these platforms, particularly OSX as I do not have access to a Mac (those things are costly lol), so any feedback is greatly appreciated :) Following the philosophical principles of Linux I've decided to strip 0°N 0°W of DRM for that platform, and will probably do the same for the other versions on Steam soon ( a DRM free version for all OS's is already available now on Itch if you prefer). IMPORTANT: This update might have also triggered a re-download of the entire game and a couple of problems installing on Windows according to some users (since I changed the depots structure). This should be sorted by now but again any feedback is appreciated so if you're running into any troubles please let me know via the community hub Bugs subforum and I'll get on it right away. Now that 0°N 0°W is available for all platforms I'll be focusing on VR :) Well that's all folks, thanks again for playing and a big hug/high five to y'all! -Colorfiction PS: If you haven't already follow the Developer page & Twitter to keep up with updates and new upcoming titles :)
[ 2018-09-18 06:53:44 CET ] [ Original post ]
0°N 0°W Update 1.4
[ 2018-08-17 23:27:18 CET ] [ Original post ]
Update 1.4, Changes and Fixes:
- Added Features/Flora/Fauna to almost 60% of the game (more to come!).
- Added 3 new dimensions, can you find them?
- Fixed Alt-Tab issue on multi-screen situations.
- Fixed memory leaks on three dimensions.
- Fixed bug where Intro movie in ultra widescreen was showing the skybox.
- Fixed rare bug where gravity of a dimension would transfer to other dimensions.
- Fixed inability to run/sprint in one dimension.
- Fixed rare bug where player would fall into infinity on one dimension.
- Added a timeout before a particular colorful cityscape dimension starts shifting everywhere to prevent player from getting stuck.
- Increased distance view / field of vision on some dimensions.
- Added even more exit doors to tunnel maze in (!7`/ |2(_)!|\|3|).
- Optimized AI on multiple dimensions to increase performance.
- Countless other small fixes and performance improvements everywhere!
- Standalone VR alpha dlc is no longer bundled with the game and is now optional!
Upcoming:
- Adding more Features/Flora/Fauna to all dimensions.
- More dimensions :)
- The level selection menu is getting a visual/functional rehaul.
- Hopefully full controller support and mouse invert/sensitivity control, this is proving more tricky than I thought.
[ 2018-08-17 23:27:18 CET ] [ Original post ]
First VR beta and Soundtrack DLC now available!
This beta release is a fully explorable build of the Neon World for you to get lost in! It is intended for a seated experience with keyboard and mouse or controller and should support all OpenVR headsets. You can most certainly stand up and do some roomscale wandering but just remember to return to your marked center point to continue exploring. To access the beta navigate to the game's installation directory where you will notice a new folder named "VR", run the "0N0WVR.exe" located within to start the experience. Make sure you have all the dedicated hardware plugged in, recognized and SteamVR running properly before starting the application!
It is a nice collection of songs from this surreal exploration adventure totalling at 19 tracks with a runtime length of almost 3 hours! Some careful selecting had to be done as the full ensemble is over 7 hours of continous audio so if there is a particular soundscape you would like to see included do not hesitate to ask for it in the community hub :)
[ 2018-04-20 12:51:36 CET ] [ Original post ]
You might have noticed a small patch today, well it added the very first VR beta of 0°N 0°W!
This beta release is a fully explorable build of the Neon World for you to get lost in! It is intended for a seated experience with keyboard and mouse or controller and should support all OpenVR headsets. You can most certainly stand up and do some roomscale wandering but just remember to return to your marked center point to continue exploring. To access the beta navigate to the game's installation directory where you will notice a new folder named "VR", run the "0N0WVR.exe" located within to start the experience. Make sure you have all the dedicated hardware plugged in, recognized and SteamVR running properly before starting the application!
Notes:
- This is the very first beta, as such there are a couple of differences between this world and the one found on the standard windows release. This will all be reconciled shortly.
- There is no menu functionality yet as the menu system is currently being reworked to support VR. To quit the experience access the steam VR menu with your wand/controller and select exit or just press ctrl+alt+delete.
- Doors and world's edge transitions are currently disabled, so please refrain from jumping into the void as you will endlessly fall :)
- This is an ongoing development process so you might encounter multiple bugs! Please post about this in the dedicated Virtual Reality discussion group in the community hub. Any feedback is greatly appreciated and welcome :)
- Steam did not review the VR DLC in time for today's release so this will be the only time that the VR is included with the standalone edition, future patches and development will be part of the optional DLC.
The Soundtrack is now available as a free DLC!
It is a nice collection of songs from this surreal exploration adventure totalling at 19 tracks with a runtime length of almost 3 hours! Some careful selecting had to be done as the full ensemble is over 7 hours of continous audio so if there is a particular soundscape you would like to see included do not hesitate to ask for it in the community hub :)
Well that is all for today, enjoy the interdimensional wanderings in VR and hope the soundtrack improves your daily activities! All the best, - Colorfiction
[ 2018-04-20 12:51:36 CET ] [ Original post ]
0N 0W: PAX East, VR and Soundtrack!
First of which; 0N 0W will be exhibited at PAX East in Boston this upcoming April 5 8! So if youre in Boston that week/end come say hi and stop by booth n# 11010, its right next to the PAX store and all the AAA booths at the far end. Not only will you be able to play the game if you havent already but there will be a live demo of the upcoming VR edition, and now that I mention that the next announcement is...
0N 0W will support VR! After giving it much thought Ive decided that rather than have you all wait for an elusive When its done release date, the 0N 0W VR edition will be developed in an open Early Access format, giving you all a chance to jump into this otherworldly reality as soon as possible! Best news of this is that itll be a free DLC! Yes thats right if youve already purchased 0N 0W all you have to do to participate in the VR beta is download the upcoming DLC, which will be available on April 20th.
Thats a short gif of some friends enjoying the upcoming DLC which will start off with a fully explorable VR edition of the Neon City. So you might ask why a DLC and not part of the game? Well VR involves changing a lot of the games architecture and shader format so it requires a complete rework of everything. Since its going to take time and will be developed in an ongoing manner there will be a lot of updates, the DLC format saves those that are not interested in VR capabilities from receiving this barrage of patches. So if youre interested in VR download the DLC, if youre not then dont and save some bandwidth. Did I mention its free already? I did didn't I? but hey its Free! As in Air! Lol.
Todays last announcement is that 0N 0Ws soundtrack will be available as a free DLC on April 20th as well! Itll feature a large selection of the songs in the game in their full length and best of all lossless Flacs (Mp3 will be included). So again this will be an optional download so as to save bandwidth and HD space from those not interested in the lush soundscapes from 0N 0W.
[ 2018-03-24 19:47:59 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hello fellow Dimensional Travelers! Have a couple of big announcements to make today:
First of which; 0N 0W will be exhibited at PAX East in Boston this upcoming April 5 8! So if youre in Boston that week/end come say hi and stop by booth n# 11010, its right next to the PAX store and all the AAA booths at the far end. Not only will you be able to play the game if you havent already but there will be a live demo of the upcoming VR edition, and now that I mention that the next announcement is...
0N 0W will support VR! After giving it much thought Ive decided that rather than have you all wait for an elusive When its done release date, the 0N 0W VR edition will be developed in an open Early Access format, giving you all a chance to jump into this otherworldly reality as soon as possible! Best news of this is that itll be a free DLC! Yes thats right if youve already purchased 0N 0W all you have to do to participate in the VR beta is download the upcoming DLC, which will be available on April 20th.
Thats a short gif of some friends enjoying the upcoming DLC which will start off with a fully explorable VR edition of the Neon City. So you might ask why a DLC and not part of the game? Well VR involves changing a lot of the games architecture and shader format so it requires a complete rework of everything. Since its going to take time and will be developed in an ongoing manner there will be a lot of updates, the DLC format saves those that are not interested in VR capabilities from receiving this barrage of patches. So if youre interested in VR download the DLC, if youre not then dont and save some bandwidth. Did I mention its free already? I did didn't I? but hey its Free! As in Air! Lol.
Todays last announcement is that 0N 0Ws soundtrack will be available as a free DLC on April 20th as well! Itll feature a large selection of the songs in the game in their full length and best of all lossless Flacs (Mp3 will be included). So again this will be an optional download so as to save bandwidth and HD space from those not interested in the lush soundscapes from 0N 0W.
Well hope youre all having a blast exploring and enjoy the weekend!
[ 2018-03-24 19:47:59 CET ] [ Original post ]
0°N 0°W: PAX East, VR and Soundtrack!
First of which; 0°N 0°W will be exhibited at PAX East in Boston this upcoming April 5 – 8! So if you’re in Boston that week/end come say hi and stop by booth n# 11010, it’s right next to the PAX store and all the AAA booths at the far end. Not only will you be able to play the game if you haven’t already but there will be a live demo of the upcoming VR edition, and now that I mention that the next announcement is...
0°N 0°W will support VR! After giving it much thought I’ve decided that rather than have you all wait for an elusive ‘When it’s done’ release date, the 0°N 0°W VR edition will be developed in an open ‘Early Access’ format, giving you all a chance to jump into this otherworldly reality as soon as possible! Best news of this is that it’ll be a free DLC! Yes that’s right if you’ve already purchased 0°N 0°W all you have to do to participate in the VR beta is download the upcoming DLC, which will be available on April 20th.
That’s a short gif of some friends enjoying the upcoming DLC which will start off with a fully explorable VR edition of the Neon City. So you might ask why a DLC and not part of the game? Well VR involves changing a lot of the game’s architecture and shader format so it requires a complete rework of everything. Since it’s going to take time and will be developed in an ongoing manner there will be a lot of updates, the DLC format saves those that are not interested in VR capabilities from receiving this barrage of patches. So if you’re interested in VR download the DLC, if you’re not then don’t and save some bandwidth. Did I mention it’s free already? I did didn't I? but hey it’s Free! As in Air! Lol.
Today’s last announcement is that 0°N 0°W’s soundtrack will be available as a free DLC on April 20th as well! It’ll feature a large selection of the songs in the game in their full length and best of all lossless Flacs (Mp3 will be included). So again this will be an optional download so as to save bandwidth and HD space from those not interested in the lush soundscapes from 0°N 0°W.
[ 2018-03-24 19:47:59 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hello fellow Dimensional Travelers! Have a couple of big announcements to make today:
First of which; 0°N 0°W will be exhibited at PAX East in Boston this upcoming April 5 – 8! So if you’re in Boston that week/end come say hi and stop by booth n# 11010, it’s right next to the PAX store and all the AAA booths at the far end. Not only will you be able to play the game if you haven’t already but there will be a live demo of the upcoming VR edition, and now that I mention that the next announcement is...
0°N 0°W will support VR! After giving it much thought I’ve decided that rather than have you all wait for an elusive ‘When it’s done’ release date, the 0°N 0°W VR edition will be developed in an open ‘Early Access’ format, giving you all a chance to jump into this otherworldly reality as soon as possible! Best news of this is that it’ll be a free DLC! Yes that’s right if you’ve already purchased 0°N 0°W all you have to do to participate in the VR beta is download the upcoming DLC, which will be available on April 20th.
That’s a short gif of some friends enjoying the upcoming DLC which will start off with a fully explorable VR edition of the Neon City. So you might ask why a DLC and not part of the game? Well VR involves changing a lot of the game’s architecture and shader format so it requires a complete rework of everything. Since it’s going to take time and will be developed in an ongoing manner there will be a lot of updates, the DLC format saves those that are not interested in VR capabilities from receiving this barrage of patches. So if you’re interested in VR download the DLC, if you’re not then don’t and save some bandwidth. Did I mention it’s free already? I did didn't I? but hey it’s Free! As in Air! Lol.
Today’s last announcement is that 0°N 0°W’s soundtrack will be available as a free DLC on April 20th as well! It’ll feature a large selection of the songs in the game in their full length and best of all lossless Flacs (Mp3 will be included). So again this will be an optional download so as to save bandwidth and HD space from those not interested in the lush soundscapes from 0°N 0°W.
Well hope you’re all having a blast exploring and enjoy the weekend!
[ 2018-03-24 19:47:59 CET ] [ Original post ]
0N 0W Update 1.3
[ 2018-03-24 00:57:43 CET ] [ Original post ]
Update 1.3, Changes and Fixes:
- Fixed game crash bug introduced in 1.2, all door transtitions now work as intended.
- Fixed key layout graphic to reflect f12 for photo capture.
- Fixed movement range of randomized skyscrapers in (!7`/ 10 "(|_0(_)|)" to prevent the player from getting trapped in apartment.
- Fixed Various collision hitches throughout the game.
- Added environmental details/facets in three worlds (no spoilers)
- Added sounds to two worlds (no spoilers)
- Added more exit doors to tunnel maze in (!7`/ |2(_)!|\\|3|), as the sole couple exits were too hard to find.
- Added ability to press any key or click to skip intro splash screens.
Reached a decision on when VR will be released and how it will be implemented, will post an announcement tomorrow on this :)
[ 2018-03-24 00:57:43 CET ] [ Original post ]
0°N 0°W Update 1.3
[ 2018-03-24 00:57:43 CET ] [ Original post ]
Update 1.3, Changes and Fixes:
- Fixed game crash bug introduced in 1.2, all door transtitions now work as intended.
- Fixed key layout graphic to reflect f12 for photo capture.
- Fixed movement range of randomized skyscrapers in (!7`/ 10 "(|_0(_)|)" to prevent the player from getting trapped in apartment.
- Fixed Various collision hitches throughout the game.
- Added environmental details/facets in three worlds (no spoilers)
- Added sounds to two worlds (no spoilers)
- Added more exit doors to tunnel maze in (!7`/ |2(_)!|\|3|), as the sole couple exits were too hard to find.
- Added ability to press any key or click to skip intro splash screens.
Reached a decision on when VR will be released and how it will be implemented, will post an announcement tomorrow on this :)
[ 2018-03-24 00:57:43 CET ] [ Original post ]
0N 0W Update 1.2
[ 2018-03-17 01:33:05 CET ] [ Original post ]
Update 1.2, Changes and Fixes:
- Updated the Movement System: The walking inertia/lag/delay after key-press is fixed! Now you can approach things slowly or platform precisely without fear of sliding onwards (It's even more noticeable on controllers).
- Level Selection Menu is now accessible from the Main Menu. To do so click on the box full of tapes under the center table (the one with the 'Story Book').
- Added 2 ferns to the Main Menu and other miscellaneous embellishments. More importantly the Exit Game Door is now marked with an exit sign.
- Fixed cursor missing on Main Menu after rare instances of reloading .
- Removed cursor from intro splash screens.
- Changed Photo capture default key from 'P' to 'F12' to match the Steam Overlay screenshot function. This can always be changed to your preference on the startup dialog screen. Local copies of your photos are saved in your game's install directory as .png files '0N 0W/0N0W_Data/Photos/'. Currently missing update to splash screen diagram to illustrate this recent change, will update this in next patch.
- Fixed even more misbehaving doors.
Also........ Big Announcement about VR capabilities this coming week! Stay tuned ;)
[ 2018-03-17 01:33:05 CET ] [ Original post ]
0°N 0°W Update 1.2
[ 2018-03-17 01:33:05 CET ] [ Original post ]
Update 1.2, Changes and Fixes:
- Updated the Movement System: The walking inertia/lag/delay after key-press is fixed! Now you can approach things slowly or platform precisely without fear of sliding onwards (It's even more noticeable on controllers).
- Level Selection Menu is now accessible from the Main Menu. To do so click on the box full of tapes under the center table (the one with the 'Story Book').
- Added 2 ferns to the Main Menu and other miscellaneous embellishments. More importantly the Exit Game Door is now marked with an exit sign.
- Fixed cursor missing on Main Menu after rare instances of reloading .
- Removed cursor from intro splash screens.
- Changed Photo capture default key from 'P' to 'F12' to match the Steam Overlay screenshot function. This can always be changed to your preference on the startup dialog screen. Local copies of your photos are saved in your game's install directory as .png files '0°N 0°W/0N0W_Data/Photos/'. Currently missing update to splash screen diagram to illustrate this recent change, will update this in next patch.
- Fixed even more misbehaving doors.
Also........ Big Announcement about VR capabilities this coming week! Stay tuned ;)
[ 2018-03-17 01:33:05 CET ] [ Original post ]
0N 0W Update 1.1
(In no particular order)
[ 2018-03-06 11:37:58 CET ] [ Original post ]
Update 1.1, Changes and Fixes:
- Cursor is now locked to window boundaries.
- Adjusted Treble and Middle frequencies of Musicscape in (!7`/ 1 "|\\|30|\\|"
- Changed Soundscape and Musicscape in |D!><3|_
- Fixed bug in startup resolution window where Vsync and 8x MSAA would get enabled on 'Full Textures' Option.
- Fixed rare bug enabling Player to climb atop car on small town and get stuck.
- Fixed problem with the theater's 'surprise' where transition audio would activate prior to sequence.
- Fixed rare instance where Player could get stuck on polyhedrons on |)(_)5|< (4|\\|`/0|\\|.
- Fixed a troublesome door on (!7`/ 3 "|3|2!9|-|7".
- Fixed rare bug preventing 'SPOILER' from activating upon discovering daytime small town.
- Fixed Steam not starting up when attempting to start game with Steam closed.
Update Roadmap:
(In no particular order)
- Expanded Mouse Controls (Inversion + Sensitivity).
- Full Controller Support and integration with Steam's Big Screen.
- Photo Mode.
- Linux and OSx support.
Also in the works:
- -VR Edition.
- -Nintendo Switch and Consoles support (For this 0N 0W will need your support! The more the word spreads about this experience the more likely that they'll either approach or accept the submission).
[ 2018-03-06 11:37:58 CET ] [ Original post ]
0°N 0°W Update 1.1
(In no particular order)
[ 2018-03-06 11:37:58 CET ] [ Original post ]
Update 1.1, Changes and Fixes:
- Cursor is now locked to window boundaries.
- Adjusted Treble and Middle frequencies of Musicscape in (!7`/ 1 "|\|30|\|"
- Changed Soundscape and Musicscape in |D!><3|_
- Fixed bug in startup resolution window where Vsync and 8x MSAA would get enabled on 'Full Textures' Option.
- Fixed rare bug enabling Player to climb atop car on small town and get stuck.
- Fixed problem with the theater's 'surprise' where transition audio would activate prior to sequence.
- Fixed rare instance where Player could get stuck on polyhedrons on |)(_)5|< (4|\|`/0|\|.
- Fixed a troublesome door on (!7`/ 3 "|3|2!9|-|7".
- Fixed rare bug preventing 'SPOILER' from activating upon discovering daytime small town.
- Fixed Steam not starting up when attempting to start game with Steam closed.
Update Roadmap:
(In no particular order)
- Expanded Mouse Controls (Inversion + Sensitivity).
- Full Controller Support and integration with Steam's Big Screen.
- Photo Mode.
- Linux and OSx support.
Also in the works:
- -VR Edition.
- -Nintendo Switch and Consoles support (For this 0°N 0°W will need your support! The more the word spreads about this experience the more likely that they'll either approach or accept the submission).
[ 2018-03-06 11:37:58 CET ] [ Original post ]
Reviews are in!
"0N 0W is enigmatic, made more so by the fact that youre not presented with a mystery to solve. In this case, the journey really is more than the destination." Read the full article...
"An amazing vacation into the unknown. Each world has its own look, style and internal logic, and the best you can hope for is to understand a little of it before getting distracted by the entryway into the next new land. While each interdimensional journey has a starting point at the main menu, the end is whenever youve decided youve seen enough and have had a nicely relaxing trip into otherworldy space." Read the full article...
"An interactive take on a meditative experience. The gaming equivalent of Koyaanisqatsi or the classic end sequence of Kubricks 2001. Its an audio/visual presentation where the viewer can get lost in the riot of colours, textures and shapes." Read the full article...
"Found a sense of peace within the riot of geometries. Each new level presented a different set of colours and landscapes, but always among the chaos was an overarching feeling that no matter how difficult the world looks to navigate, there is an exit and I have all that I need to reach it. This is where my own introspection really led me and thats as much of a surprise as anything." Read the full article...
"The foundation of 0N 0Ws art is a meditation on how players interpret space, design, and architecture within video games. The art does not just exist to delight, but to force players to think about how they interact with video games as a space." Read the full article...
"A game which serves as a catharsis. When life and other games become a bit much, I can retreat here. I never knew the weirdest game I would play would be one I needed so badly." Read the full article... Hope you are all having a lot of fun exploring this magical place :)
[ 2018-03-04 02:06:51 CET ] [ Original post ]
Venture Beat
"0N 0W is enigmatic, made more so by the fact that youre not presented with a mystery to solve. In this case, the journey really is more than the destination." Read the full article...
Hardcore Gamer
"An amazing vacation into the unknown. Each world has its own look, style and internal logic, and the best you can hope for is to understand a little of it before getting distracted by the entryway into the next new land. While each interdimensional journey has a starting point at the main menu, the end is whenever youve decided youve seen enough and have had a nicely relaxing trip into otherworldy space." Read the full article...
Save or Quit
"An interactive take on a meditative experience. The gaming equivalent of Koyaanisqatsi or the classic end sequence of Kubricks 2001. Its an audio/visual presentation where the viewer can get lost in the riot of colours, textures and shapes." Read the full article...
GodisaGeek
"Found a sense of peace within the riot of geometries. Each new level presented a different set of colours and landscapes, but always among the chaos was an overarching feeling that no matter how difficult the world looks to navigate, there is an exit and I have all that I need to reach it. This is where my own introspection really led me and thats as much of a surprise as anything." Read the full article...
OnlySP
"The foundation of 0N 0Ws art is a meditation on how players interpret space, design, and architecture within video games. The art does not just exist to delight, but to force players to think about how they interact with video games as a space." Read the full article...
GameSkinny
"A game which serves as a catharsis. When life and other games become a bit much, I can retreat here. I never knew the weirdest game I would play would be one I needed so badly." Read the full article... Hope you are all having a lot of fun exploring this magical place :)
[ 2018-03-04 02:06:51 CET ] [ Original post ]
Reviews are in!
"0°N 0°W is enigmatic, made more so by the fact that you’re not presented with a mystery to solve. In this case, the journey really is more than the destination." Read the full article...
"An amazing vacation into the unknown. Each world has its own look, style and internal logic, and the best you can hope for is to understand a little of it before getting distracted by the entryway into the next new land. While each interdimensional journey has a starting point at the main menu, the end is whenever you’ve decided you’ve seen enough and have had a nicely relaxing trip into otherworldy space." Read the full article...
"An interactive take on a meditative experience. The gaming equivalent of Koyaanisqatsi or the classic end sequence of Kubrick’s 2001. It’s an audio/visual presentation where the viewer can get lost in the riot of colours, textures and shapes." Read the full article...
"Found a sense of peace within the riot of geometries. Each new level presented a different set of colours and landscapes, but always among the chaos was an overarching feeling that no matter how difficult the world looks to navigate, there is an exit and I have all that I need to reach it. This is where my own introspection really led me and that’s as much of a surprise as anything." Read the full article...
"The foundation of 0°N 0°W’s art is a meditation on how players interpret space, design, and architecture within video games. The art does not just exist to delight, but to force players to think about how they interact with video games as a space." Read the full article...
"A game which serves as a catharsis. When life and other games become a bit much, I can retreat here. I never knew the weirdest game I would play would be one I needed so badly." Read the full article... Hope you are all having a lot of fun exploring this magical place :)
[ 2018-03-04 02:06:51 CET ] [ Original post ]
Venture Beat
"0°N 0°W is enigmatic, made more so by the fact that you’re not presented with a mystery to solve. In this case, the journey really is more than the destination." Read the full article...
Hardcore Gamer
"An amazing vacation into the unknown. Each world has its own look, style and internal logic, and the best you can hope for is to understand a little of it before getting distracted by the entryway into the next new land. While each interdimensional journey has a starting point at the main menu, the end is whenever you’ve decided you’ve seen enough and have had a nicely relaxing trip into otherworldy space." Read the full article...
Save or Quit
"An interactive take on a meditative experience. The gaming equivalent of Koyaanisqatsi or the classic end sequence of Kubrick’s 2001. It’s an audio/visual presentation where the viewer can get lost in the riot of colours, textures and shapes." Read the full article...
GodisaGeek
"Found a sense of peace within the riot of geometries. Each new level presented a different set of colours and landscapes, but always among the chaos was an overarching feeling that no matter how difficult the world looks to navigate, there is an exit and I have all that I need to reach it. This is where my own introspection really led me and that’s as much of a surprise as anything." Read the full article...
OnlySP
"The foundation of 0°N 0°W’s art is a meditation on how players interpret space, design, and architecture within video games. The art does not just exist to delight, but to force players to think about how they interact with video games as a space." Read the full article...
GameSkinny
"A game which serves as a catharsis. When life and other games become a bit much, I can retreat here. I never knew the weirdest game I would play would be one I needed so badly." Read the full article... Hope you are all having a lot of fun exploring this magical place :)
[ 2018-03-04 02:06:51 CET ] [ Original post ]
The Door to 0°N 0°W is Open!
Wanted to remind everybody that 0°N 0°W is Live Now! . Entry price to this magical journey will be 9.99 $ , and there is a week long special discount of 10% to all early birds! This will be the only discount for some time so take advantage of this special offer! If you're curious about what travelers have been saying about this surreal vacation here's a neat list of impressions and previews:
[ 2018-02-26 17:23:59 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hello there fellow multi dimensional travelers!
Wanted to remind everybody that 0°N 0°W is Live Now! . Entry price to this magical journey will be 9.99 $ , and there is a week long special discount of 10% to all early birds! This will be the only discount for some time so take advantage of this special offer! If you're curious about what travelers have been saying about this surreal vacation here's a neat list of impressions and previews:
- "Find myself drifting back every so often because it never quite settles. I feel vaguely like a ghost with unresolved business" PC Gamer
- "I told myself two more doors and stayed for 10. I turned it off, walked away and came straight back." Cultured Vultures
- "It's definitely got an air of genuine mystery that's hard to find in a video game these days" GameSpew
- "Perhaps the increasing insanity of the environments was the game’s way of saying that life is too hectic; that I need to slow down and just enjoy the quiet moments? Or perhaps it’s simply about exploring fantastical and colourful worlds, escaping reality for a short time" GodisaGeek
- "You’ll encounter everything from beautiful neon Tron-like cityscapes to dark, rocky wildernesses. 0°N 0°W is truly unique in this aspect. I’ve never encountered such a concoction of landscapes and antithetical levels before" The Indie Game Website
- "It’s a peaceful multidimensional journey that allows you to go anywhere you can see" Hardcore Gamer
- "0°N 0°W is going to be a visually spectacular. The environments are a riot of colours, lights, neon, and trippy effects" Critical Hit
- "A reality-warping trip through a glitchcore, impossible environment the likes of which can only exist in videogames, and that is entirely my jam." PCGamesN
- "It piqued more than enough interest to lead us down a rabbit hole of swirling, kaleidoscopic images, each buzzing with as much vibrant color as the last" AllGamers
[ 2018-02-26 17:23:59 CET ] [ Original post ]
0°N 0°W
Colorfiction
Developer
Colorfiction
Publisher
2018-03-01
Release
Game News Posts:
22
🎹🖱️Keyboard + Mouse
🕹️ Partial Controller Support
🕹️ Partial Controller Support
Very Positive
(306 reviews)
Public Linux Depots:
- 0°N 0°W Linux [5.88 G]
0°N 0°W is a first person exploration game. It's an entirely non linear experience through multiple open worlds where everything you see is accessible. The focus is a meditative adventure apt for all ages with the sole objective of discovering beautiful environments to relax in. A randomized level progression system will provide a different journey each time you play!
A cross country road trip strands you in a mysterious town lost amidst towering mesas and swaying dunes, will you beckon the glowing call of its lone storefront and embark on a fantastical multidimensional walkabout through space and time?
Experience a beautiful environment where nothing is what it seems, a cosmic labyrinth where doors always lead to different destinations, an anomalous zone where mass gingerly defies gravity, a universe of inspiration, of dreams: Experience 0°N 0°W .
- You can go anywhere, visit anything! There are no barriers or invisible walls to block your curiosity in these magical worlds.
- Each time you play you'll have a different journey! Destinations are unique not procedural so you can always revisit them, however the manner in which all these worlds come together changes continuously; giving you a unique experience.
- A minimalist casual gaming experience that eliminates loading screens, user interfaces, inventories, skill trees, stats, quick time events, puzzles, etc. This is gameplay distilled to its very essence with the sole objective to explore in wonder!
- It's a peaceful adventure suitable for all ages; There's no violence or scary things :)
- An evocative musical soundtrack composed of cascading arpeggios and vast soundscapes to get lost in.
- This is not a guided tale, but an introspective journey through an otherworldly reality. It is an experience to enjoy!
- Photosensitive epileptic seizures warning! A small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual images, including flashing lights or patterns that appear in videogames.
This purchase includes the original soundtrack and the VR beta as free DLCs for you to enjoy! The soundtrack is nineteen songs of lush ambient compositions, this is over two hours of music to relax to!
The VR beta is an ongoing project that enables SteamVR support for 0°N 0°W. There is already one world available to explore in Virtual Reality (more to come!), so strap on that headset and journey forth :)
"An incredible journey through unexplored worlds, packed with amazing sights rendered in a riot of color and effects" -Hardcore Gamer
"A nice vacation from reality, and a pleasant stroll through spacetime" -Venture Beat
"Find myself drifting back every so often because it never quite settles. I feel vaguely like a ghost with unresolved business" -PC Gamer
"The gaming equivalent of Koyaanisqatsi or the classic end sequence of Kubrick’s 2001" -Save or Quit
"I never knew the weirdest game I would play would be one I needed so badly" -GameSkinny
"A genuinely relaxing experience, allowing the players to soak up the unpredictability of it all." -Virtual Haven
"I told myself two more doors and stayed for 10. I turned it off, walked away and came straight back" -Cultured Vultures
MINIMAL SETUP
- Processor: 2 Ghz +Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: OpenGL compatible GPU
- Storage: 6500 MB available space