Devlog: Upcoming Update 0.8
This is a change that finally allows us to configure more interesting NPC groups. Thanks to this rework we can now easily adjust unit types, levels, equipment, skills, number of units, etc. With this backend change we've also tweaked the already existing groups of enemies, such as Bandits, Shadows, NPC Lords and the likes. Bandits will from now on yield weak and cheap equipment, while Shadows and NPC Lords will begin the game with higher levels and more expensive equipment.
Then there'll be three new neutral group types running across the world map: Sword Sisters, Iron Hammers and Swamplings. The first two groups are higher tier enemies that should make for some interesting encounters in the later stages of the game, while the Swamplings are Bandit-level units based on the Scarres race to spice up the early game. Tavern units also received some tweaks. Now aside form the regular level 1 newbies, sometimes you'll come across more experienced and better equipped mercenaries, which of course will cost a lot more gold to recruit.
You can read more about the upcoming Item Rework in our previous devlog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1001040/view/2932368153396806250 In short there'll be new item types, new weapons, new offhands, item quality tiers, special item effects and some balance tweaking to top it off. Oh, and completely new (and consistent) models for all the items! One of the changes that wasn't mentioned before is the addition of unit stash. It'll take the place of the second item set and it'll come with 4 equipment slots. You'll be able to freely swap items from the stash and you'll no longer have to equip two shields in each set, just swapping the weapons will do the trick from now on.
Just like with Valrenay we've improved the textures on our vengeful lizardmen folk. We wanted to make them look more serious and to enhance their lizard-like features, such as scales, eyes and teeth. Though in this case it's best to just show you the difference. Let us know what do you think of the improvements:
(the RTX thing is just a joke, the enhanced textures will come at no performance cost) While we were at it, we took some time to overhaul the Bandits' and Shadows' textures too, but we'll leave that for you to see in-game when the update goes live.
Finally, a feature that many of you asked for and it's something that we also wanted to implement for quite a long time, though as we had no 2D artist on our team it always got postponed for a later time. Now, with the awesome Marcin Kulesza who joined our studio a few months ago, we were finally able to add some character to all the companions you'll be meeting on your journeys.
We've prepared a set of various head/face elements for each unit type, which will then be mixed and matched to create unique portraits, differentiating units of the same archetype.
We plan to release this update in 1-2 weeks, we're finishing up with some final bug fixes and balance tweaks, as the changes in the item system were quite substantial and spread out to all the aspects of the game. Also we've made some great progress when it comes to the World Map 2.0 Update, though we'll talk about that more after this update is released.
Let us know your thoughts in the comments and remember to follow the game for more updates!
[ 2021-04-17 12:11:38 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hello there, Companions!
It's been quite some time without any news on the development of Glorious Companions, which doesn't mean that there wasn't any progress being made. Anyhow, now when we're getting close to releasing the new update, we're back with a fresh development log.
Without any further ado, let's go over the biggest changes and new additions that this update will introduce into the game. Of course as usual there'll be some balance changes, bug fixes and QoL tweaks along with a few new abilities, but for now let's talk about the big stuff.
NPC Group Generator Rework
This is a change that finally allows us to configure more interesting NPC groups. Thanks to this rework we can now easily adjust unit types, levels, equipment, skills, number of units, etc. With this backend change we've also tweaked the already existing groups of enemies, such as Bandits, Shadows, NPC Lords and the likes. Bandits will from now on yield weak and cheap equipment, while Shadows and NPC Lords will begin the game with higher levels and more expensive equipment.
Then there'll be three new neutral group types running across the world map: Sword Sisters, Iron Hammers and Swamplings. The first two groups are higher tier enemies that should make for some interesting encounters in the later stages of the game, while the Swamplings are Bandit-level units based on the Scarres race to spice up the early game. Tavern units also received some tweaks. Now aside form the regular level 1 newbies, sometimes you'll come across more experienced and better equipped mercenaries, which of course will cost a lot more gold to recruit.
Item Rework
You can read more about the upcoming Item Rework in our previous devlog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1001040/view/2932368153396806250 In short there'll be new item types, new weapons, new offhands, item quality tiers, special item effects and some balance tweaking to top it off. Oh, and completely new (and consistent) models for all the items! One of the changes that wasn't mentioned before is the addition of unit stash. It'll take the place of the second item set and it'll come with 4 equipment slots. You'll be able to freely swap items from the stash and you'll no longer have to equip two shields in each set, just swapping the weapons will do the trick from now on.
Scarres Visual Overhaul
Just like with Valrenay we've improved the textures on our vengeful lizardmen folk. We wanted to make them look more serious and to enhance their lizard-like features, such as scales, eyes and teeth. Though in this case it's best to just show you the difference. Let us know what do you think of the improvements:
(the RTX thing is just a joke, the enhanced textures will come at no performance cost) While we were at it, we took some time to overhaul the Bandits' and Shadows' textures too, but we'll leave that for you to see in-game when the update goes live.
Procedurally Generated Companion Portraits
Finally, a feature that many of you asked for and it's something that we also wanted to implement for quite a long time, though as we had no 2D artist on our team it always got postponed for a later time. Now, with the awesome Marcin Kulesza who joined our studio a few months ago, we were finally able to add some character to all the companions you'll be meeting on your journeys.
We've prepared a set of various head/face elements for each unit type, which will then be mixed and matched to create unique portraits, differentiating units of the same archetype.
When
We plan to release this update in 1-2 weeks, we're finishing up with some final bug fixes and balance tweaks, as the changes in the item system were quite substantial and spread out to all the aspects of the game. Also we've made some great progress when it comes to the World Map 2.0 Update, though we'll talk about that more after this update is released.
Let us know your thoughts in the comments and remember to follow the game for more updates!
Glorious Companions
Ancient Forge Studio
Ancient Forge Studio
2019-06-04
Strategy RPG Singleplayer EA
Game News Posts 63
🎹🖱️Keyboard + Mouse
Mixed
(111 reviews)
https://gloriouscompanions.com
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1001040
Glorious Companions is a turn based tactical RPG set in an original dark fantasy world of Navaroth where you craft your own journey as a leader of a mercenary company. Aspire to become a powerful lord, solve the mystery of the Ancient Guardians or just ride around the continent building your fortune on trade.
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The world of Navaroth has been carefully built and maintained by us throughout the years. The whole premise began as a pen-and-paper RPG system. Even the game itself had many different forms throughout the years. In 2009 it was a small mini-game with 2D cards representing the characters. However, it has turned into so much more.
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At the very beginning there’s only you, your family’s grumpy servant and a rusty sword against the entire world. Forget about a big army of professional mercenaries, you’ll have to settle for a bunch of shoddy, club-wielding scoundrels as you work your way up and gain enough credibility and coin to hire better companions.
Remember that the journey is not a fairy tale. You will scramble for gold to keep your party fed, rested and more importantly, with their pouches full of coins - as your men will not stay with you for very long without their wages paid on time.
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Your units earn experience points proportionate to their contribution on the battlefield. Send them to train in militia barracks or to master new abilities in distant shrines and they’ll come back stronger a few days later. You’ll be able to choose from a plethora of different equipment to gear them appropriately. Each item and armor piece has different qualities and there are no clear-cut best builds for every possible scenario - all the weapons are designed to be viable under favorable conditions.
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Folks say that a brave commander doesn’t hide behind their troops. What they don’t tell you, though, is that they’re usually not alive for their second battle. You’ll have to be very careful to not overextend and yet not appear too scared to join the fray, as your men will take notice of that.
Depending on your starting archetype your lord commander will provide a different aura that helps nearby companions. Fighter’s Command is a buff that will help you to build a protective formation around your commander by granting nearby units a shielding/parrying bonus for each ally unit in direct contact with one another. Skirmisher’s Path on the other hand, grants a dodging and mobility boost for nearby units who are not standing next to allies. You’ll unlock more unique commander abilities as you progress in the game.
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The game is a big breathing world where things happen even if you stay idle or focus on doing your own thing. Decide between rising in the ranks of the chosen faction, or risk making more enemies by founding your own kingdom; between playing dirty and taking any advantage you can, or becoming an honorable hero; between making bank and making allies.
Your end game is dependant on your play style and the actions you took. There’s no set story in the world of Navaroth. You may end up managing wood supplies between a dozen cities you own. Who knows, you might simply enjoy the life of a vigilante’s band leader and decide to stay on the run. This is your story.
The world of Navaroth has been carefully built and maintained by us throughout the years. The whole premise began as a pen-and-paper RPG system. Even the game itself had many different forms throughout the years. In 2009 it was a small mini-game with 2D cards representing the characters. However, it has turned into so much more.
- Custom and gritty combat system: no one is invincible as a single well-aimed strike can take out a careless warrior.
- No battle is truly over until it’s over: eliminate the enemy captain to win the battle, but be careful as it works the other way around too!
- Tried and proven formula: the world of Navaroth has its roots in an original pen-and-paper RPG system featuring a science based magic system.
- Pick your side: become an ally to the vengeful Scarres or join the ranks of the wise Valrenay militia. More factions will be revealed during the development.
- Take care of your men: keep their morale high by serving them luxury food and alcohols, train them at special facilities when they gather enough experience and crucially - don’t let them bleed out after a tough battle.
- No two soldiers are ever the same: play to your units natural predispositions, train and equip them to your liking.
- New world on each playthrough: the continent and its political climate are procedurally generated at the beginning of every journey.
- Start small and expand: focus first on making a name for yourself as a lord by winning small skirmishes, or lay the foundations of a thriving merchant guild.
- More power means more responsibility: a wise leader is not merely an army commander; attend to a variety of political and economic issues as your empire grows.
- Danger from afar: try not to get too complacent, as the Ancient Guardians eventually wake up and threaten the known world.
At the very beginning there’s only you, your family’s grumpy servant and a rusty sword against the entire world. Forget about a big army of professional mercenaries, you’ll have to settle for a bunch of shoddy, club-wielding scoundrels as you work your way up and gain enough credibility and coin to hire better companions.
Remember that the journey is not a fairy tale. You will scramble for gold to keep your party fed, rested and more importantly, with their pouches full of coins - as your men will not stay with you for very long without their wages paid on time.
Your units earn experience points proportionate to their contribution on the battlefield. Send them to train in militia barracks or to master new abilities in distant shrines and they’ll come back stronger a few days later. You’ll be able to choose from a plethora of different equipment to gear them appropriately. Each item and armor piece has different qualities and there are no clear-cut best builds for every possible scenario - all the weapons are designed to be viable under favorable conditions.
Folks say that a brave commander doesn’t hide behind their troops. What they don’t tell you, though, is that they’re usually not alive for their second battle. You’ll have to be very careful to not overextend and yet not appear too scared to join the fray, as your men will take notice of that.
Depending on your starting archetype your lord commander will provide a different aura that helps nearby companions. Fighter’s Command is a buff that will help you to build a protective formation around your commander by granting nearby units a shielding/parrying bonus for each ally unit in direct contact with one another. Skirmisher’s Path on the other hand, grants a dodging and mobility boost for nearby units who are not standing next to allies. You’ll unlock more unique commander abilities as you progress in the game.
The game is a big breathing world where things happen even if you stay idle or focus on doing your own thing. Decide between rising in the ranks of the chosen faction, or risk making more enemies by founding your own kingdom; between playing dirty and taking any advantage you can, or becoming an honorable hero; between making bank and making allies.
Your end game is dependant on your play style and the actions you took. There’s no set story in the world of Navaroth. You may end up managing wood supplies between a dozen cities you own. Who knows, you might simply enjoy the life of a vigilante’s band leader and decide to stay on the run. This is your story.
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