Welcome, Jungle Nation!

[previewyoutube=iqzS9vWXm_Q;full][/previewyoutube] We're thrilled to be back with an exciting Republic of Jungle dev log. Let's dive into the latest updates we've been working on.

1. Updated UI Designs:

Our talented UI artist, Erfan, has been hard at work to make the game more accessible and user-friendly, particularly for beginners. You'll notice clearer outcomes of tasks and the all-new leader board, this shows the history of task leaders, as well as whose team got approved and whose got rejected. Allowing the player to easily keep track of peoples suspicious choices.

2. Enhanced Visual Style

To provide a richer and more immersive experience, we've added animated transitions to the flow of the game. Prepare to witness the visual upgrade and renaming of the Wiretap and Confide mechanics to "power plays." These changes showcase the depths the Loyalists will go to protect their president.

3. Improved Controller Layout

We understand the importance of quick decision-making. That's why we've been diligently working on a new controller layout. It will provide you with easy access to crucial information, ensuring you can make game-changing decisions at a glance. Please note that we're still fine-tuning the final look, so expect some minor differences in the build.

4. Introducing the RoJ Discord App

We're excited to announce the development of the RoJ Discord App. This innovative app allows you to control the game directly within your Discord community, without the need to open a browser. It's a seamless experience for both desktop and mobile players. Community leaders can add the app to their servers, enabling groups to learn and play the game together.

5. Search for RoJ Events

The RoJ Discord App features a powerful search function. You can easily find in-action or planned upcoming RoJ events across our partner servers. This function allows us to promote our partner servers and shows you where and when you can join a game of RoJ. Stay tuned for a special event announcement in the near future!
We appreciate your patience and support throughout the game's development. Creating RoJ has been a monumental task, and your enthusiasm motivates us to make it the best it can be. Don't forget to wishlist the game on Steamit greatly helps us spread the word and reach more players. Thank you, Jungle Nation, for being a part of this incredible journey. We'll be back soon with more exciting updates!

[ 2023-07-07 19:04:29 CET ] [ Original post ]

Features

• Accommodates 5 – 10 players
  
• Interactive tutorial and easy-to-learn game mode
  
• Play using your phone or smart device (like Jackbox Games)
  
• Play anywhere. In a physical room. In online chat rooms. On the streams.
  
• Convenient setup. No moderators. No eye-closing. No reaching across the table.
  
• Unique “social deduction” mechanics unlike in any other games in the genre, because each player has a private screen for secret information and actions.
  
• Smooth gameplay and guided experience for players of all skill levels.
  
• Streaming friendly. Built-in audience engagement features. Viewers don’t need to buy or install anything.
  
• Relatable theme and funny interactions with a satirical theme.

What you do in the game

In Republic of Jungle, you and your friends play as the staff of the Bite House, where President Puma is the sitting president of the Republic and his administration is under pressure by frequent leaks and publicized scandals. There are rumors of an undercover agent infiltrating the ranks, and The President is trying to save himself by all means necessary. You might be a leaker trying to undermine the president, or a Loyalist trying to keep the president in power. There are hidden roles and powers in play that can turn the tides at any moment.

A unique experience

Each player having a private screen opens up new possibilities for designing social deduction games. The devil is in the details, and you have to experience it to fully feel the difference, but here is some details:

Are you a social deduction fan? Here is why you’ll love Republic of Jungle

Do you love social deduction games like Mafia, Werewolf, The Resistance and Secret Hitler? We do too! But we noticed some shortcomings in the genre. They are sometimes hard to set up and inconvenient to play. Some games need too much room or a big table, some require a moderator with godlike precision, some require to close your eyes for minutes, and quite often the game is ruined because someone forgot to do their part correctly or a newbie player asked the wrong question and revealed their secret. We have built Republic of Jungle to address to these issues and distill the fun of social deduction games into a more enjoyable and convenient experience. Inspired by Jackbox Games, we have built a platform where players can use their smartphones (or any device with a browser) to play the game. This way, the game does all the moderation for you, guides the players throughout the game and adds a fun narrative on top. More importantly, we have unique mechanics specific to this platform because they are almost impossible to implement in a traditional tabletop setting.