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Shredder Rounds, Ether Mode, & Crosshair Updates (DevLog #15)
Shadows of Synthia"Show don't tell", as the saying goes! In this article, I show off a collection of gameplay updates that have been completed and never shown, including...
New Scope, a Modular Character Model, and Rising From the Hiatus Ashes (DevLog #14)
Shadows of SynthiaIn which I discuss coming back from a hiatus, the new scope of the game (features that have been changed, etc.), and creating a modular character model...
Magic System, Focus, and Payouts (DevLog #13)
Shadows of Synthia 2 commentsSummarizing the work I've completed implementing the beginnings of the "magic system" (aka Ether Abilities), the Focus ability, and the payout system.
Sound, VFX, and Ragdolls... Getting Back Into It! (DevLog #12)
Shadows of SynthiaAn overview of the work I've completed this past week on my first pass at weapon/movement audio, new visual effects, and cleaner handling of ragdolls.
Maps, Menus, & Basic Lobby System (DevLog #11)
Shadows of SynthiaIn this article, I show some of the new environments I'm putting together to better facilitate testing various game systems, as well as the beginnings...
Refactoring & REST APIs... oh my! (DevLog #10)
Shadows of SynthiaUpdate on how the networking work is going, my REST API application, and some code refactoring I finished yesterday.
Magic System Design & HUD Prototype (DevLog #9)
Shadows of SynthiaIn this article, I run through my initial HUD prototype and the basic structure for how I'll be implementing the Magic System in the game.
Magical FX & Crosshair Feedback (DevLog #8)
Shadows of Synthia 2 commentsA brief look at my prototype crosshair system, some FX I've created to provide more visual feedback to the player, and the first-pass implementation of...
Cover System - Advanced Cover Movement & Inclines (DevLog #7)
Shadows of SynthiaImplementation details for move out of cover, SWAT from cover-to-cover, and vault cover while sliding. Also a high-level overview of how I got cover movement...
Cover System - Peeking Around Cover (DevLog #6)
Shadows of SynthiaBrief summary of my work the past week on getting peeking around cover and left-handed animations implemented.
Cover System - Vaulting Cover & Efficient Movement (DevLog #5)
Shadows of SynthiaSome details on my vaulting cover implementation, additional decision on how to handle aiming in cover (and why the decision was made), and new options...
Cover System - Adjacent Walls & Aiming (DevLog #4)
Shadows of Synthia 1 commentTalking about my implementation for moving between adjacent walls of cover, aiming in cover, and a serious headache that had a simple solution.
Cover System - Basic Movement (DevLog #3)
Shadows of SynthiaBrief discussion on some updates I've made to my original cover system implementation ideas, and details on where I'm at with movement in cover.
Cover System - Design Philosophy & Implementation Ideas (DevLog #2)
Shadows of SynthiaTalking about my design principles for the cover system, the next big system that needs to be implemented in the game, as well as some initial ideas for...
Handling Third-Person Perspective Shooting (DevLog #1)
Shadows of Synthia 1 commentMy first post on the game! Article talking about how I'm handling my line traces to deal with pesky third-person perspectives in shooters (especially...
What's Happening With "Lights"...
Lights 2 commentsIn which I discuss the future of the project! Very important for anyone following!
Weekly Update #11 - Scripted events, setting up scares, and a short teaser
Lights 1 commentIn which I discuss briefly my work with setting up a creepy atmosphere, show a short teaser, and tell you about a two-week gap.
Weekly Update #10 - The Pit, Decals, and Screenshots!
LightsIn which I discuss the current level I'm working on called "The Pit", briefly explain my love for decals, and show a few screenshots!
Weekly Update #9 - A brief update and... rain!
LightsIn which I briefly explain the hours I spent creating rain and a "wet" material in UE4.
Weekly Update #8 - Beginning the next area, implementing audio and a short video
LightsIn which I discuss the next major area of focus for the game, the different layers of audio used in game, and show a short video so you can hear some...
Weekly Update #7 - Expanding the dungeon and pacing
LightsIn which I talk about my current focus with the game and share a short piano piece.
Weekly Update #6 - Finishing the Grey Room + Preparing to implement voice acting
LightsIn which I discuss the Grey Room development and talk about implementing more story elements for the next two weeks!
Weekly Update #5 - Voice Acting and Ongoing Level Design
LightsIn which I discuss and share some voice work as well as briefly talk about where development has gone this past week.
Weekly Update #4 - Trial and Error, Grey Caves, and AI
Lights 1 commentIn which I talk about tediously building caves, working with AI, and show a video where the AI confuses me.
Weekly Update #3 - A messing around video and some new ideas for development!
LightsIn which I talk about a couple new conceptual development ideas and show a video of me messing around in Unreal Engine 4 with an early puzzle design!
Weekly Update #2 - A new video, working on puzzle mechanics, and level design!
LightsThe 2nd weekly update, in which there is a short new video and I talk about what's happening with development currently!
Weekly Update #1 - Voice acting and puzzle creation!
LightsAn update in which I discuss working on puzzles, voice actors, and show some teasy screenshots!
Some teaser footage for fun and current developments!
Lights 1 commentI've just uploaded some short, random teaser footage for fun! Also, what is currently happening with development...
"Lights" development is underway!
LightsHello! Thanks for stopping by and checking out my newest project, "Lights." Development has been active for a little over 2 months now and so far I'm...
Archiving game and future plans
ImperfectionIt seems it's time to move on... archiving game, and possibly joining a team of developers
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