Hello Employees, I'm proud to announce that our new project, Garten of Banban VR is out now!ːsteamhappyː View game page That's all for now, see you again in the new year... - Rowan H, Ghepo & Faris, Euphoric Brothers
This update is linked to the Beta Branch, this does not effect the default branch - New Main Menu (prettier) - New Menu interface (better programmed with lots of buttons) - Fixed several soft locks in early and late game levels - Replaced one of the characters dialogue with A.E.I
This update is linked to the Beta Branch, this does not effect the default branch
- New Main Menu (prettier)
- New Menu interface (better programmed with lots of buttons)
- Fixed several soft locks in early and late game levels
- Replaced one of the characters dialogue with A.E.I.O.U (Temp)
- Massively improved all UV's of objects
- Improved visuals
- Improved Keypad
- Fixed a bug where Keycard readers wouldn't read
- Fixed a bug where Keypad notes wouldn't note
- Improved performance
- Removed T-Posing mannys in some areas (whoops)
- Removed Trinket system (Unfun, Achievements stay for now as they're still acquirable in default branch)
- Improved models
- Improved Door code (Currently only applies to the menu)
- Keypads can now generate up to 10 digits
- Keypad keys are now physical
- Keypads now play notes depending on the key value
- Keycards now have a black outline to make them easier to find on the floor
- Better lighting
That's all for now!
- Rowan H
Hello, first off I'd like to apologise for putting this update on hold. I've been looking at development completely wrong, focusing on small gimmicks instead of the actual game. Lack of motivation Project Scale Upgrading player base Lack of time I am currently working full time a
Hello, first off I'd like to apologise for putting this update on hold. I've been looking at development completely wrong, focusing on small gimmicks instead of the actual game.
I am currently working full time and can only really work around 1-2 hours a day on this project
Here's the plan going forward:
The plan is to go back to working with Ergo Legacy, the plan is to do the following.
Because of the lower fidelity of Ergo Legacy it will allow development time to speed up.
The Ergo Rewrite update is still planned, it just won't be happening anytime soon.
Remember, purchase a game based on what it is, not what it could eventually be.
Thank you
- Rowan H
Ergo Legacy - Fixed a bug where the game had a small chance of soft locking during Act 2
Ergo Legacy - Fixed a bug where the game had a small chance of soft locking during Act 2
April Fools! Just kidding, this ones legit, I just thought it'd be funny to announce something on April 1st. So first things first, the plan. Firstly , I want to talk about how you will be able to play these beta builds. When they're ready, I'll be modifying how Ergo launches, th
April Fools! Just kidding, this ones legit, I just thought it'd be funny to announce something on April 1st. So first things first, the plan.
Firstly, I want to talk about how you will be able to play these beta builds.
When they're ready, I'll be modifying how Ergo launches, the current build will be reverted back to a build with no unfinished features, this will be done just to make the game look prettier for the time being. When you try to launch the game you will be greeted with launch options (As is the case for SteamVR and OculusVR) You will be able to play the Original Ergo and the Redesigned Ergo (they will both be installed when the upcoming build is ready).
Please keep in mind, Redesigned Ergo is early in development and reporting bugs and glitches will greatly help with the process.
Secondly here's some screenshots. The game is coming along nicely.
Thirdly, the game's story. It will still follow the same path as the original Ergo's but will have some changes to make the game more exciting, fun and worth revisiting.
Finally the store page. This will not be updated until there's enough content for Redesigned Ergo to stand on its own. However, I will provide you with the description and what it looks like so far.
Welcome to Ergo HQ. After being mistaken for someone else, you play as Joseph Phillips; a new intern who is sent into Virtual Reality to "test" experimental equipment within the Ergoverse; an abandoned Metaverse application, reconstructed by a single man and his AI workers.
Will you be worthy of joining Ergo HQ full time?
Finally, my send off (for now)
I hope my giant wall of text can satisfy you all for the time being, it's been a blast to work on Ergo and when the Redesigned build is ready, it will be the game of all time See you soon!
- Rowan H
Its been a while hasn't it? I've been focused on reworking the story and level design, lets be honest. It could definitely be better Ergo was mainly developed as a simple puzzle game made similar to most VR games releasing at the time. While I felt proud of the game at the time,
Its been a while hasn't it?
I've been focused on reworking the story and level design, lets be honest. It could definitely be better
Ergo was mainly developed as a simple puzzle game made similar to most VR games releasing at the time. While I felt proud of the game at the time, as per every developer, they eventually stop enjoying what they had made.
I'm not giving up here, while I am proud of what Ergo was, being an impressive (but simple) VR Game, I'd like to step out of my comfort zone.
So here's the plan
The game will be getting its VRGK 3.0 Patch, sometime in 2023, It'll be a separate Beta Branch (With new levels being added whenever ready) , until it's finished, it'll stay that way.
From what's been done so far, It needs the following:
Story Rework
Complete Puzzle Overhaul
Better Voice Acting
More Characters
Less Depressing
More Fun Mechanics
Visual Overhaul
I apologise for the lack of communication. Hopefully some VERY EARLY screenshots of the rework will make up for it, including a look at the new menu and logos :)
Until next time
-Rowan H
Hello, apologies for the lack of updates but I've been very busy with work and haven't had time to work on Ergo, I've made a list of stuff I plan to get out for the next update Ergo will be getting ported to VRGK 3.0, Ergo currently runs on VRGK 2.0, i've seen the improvements wi
Hello, apologies for the lack of updates but I've been very busy with work and haven't had time to work on Ergo, I've made a list of stuff I plan to get out for the next update
Ergo will be getting ported to VRGK 3.0, Ergo currently runs on VRGK 2.0, i've seen the improvements with 3.0 and I know it's a must for Ergo, better performance and cool systems and mechanics which'll make the playing experience more unique.
this will take some time as I am VERY busy with work and 3.0 hasn't released yet.
Some parts of the game... nicest thing to say, they suck, so i'll be attempting to ramp up the challenge or replacing them altogether
I have many plans for this game, expect more in 2023!
I'm also happy to take suggestions
- Rowan H
Everything listed in the Beta Patchnotes is now related to Default Branch
Everything listed in the Beta Patchnotes is now related to Default Branch
In preparation for event later today, Ergo's demo has been updated. That is all.
In preparation for event later today, Ergo's demo has been updated.
That is all.
Hello, as said previously, updates would be slow, however I have updated the Beta Branch with a lighting upgrade, the worlds now feel prettier to look at, while nothing's finished yet I have included some comparison screenshots for you to look at OLD Screenshot (Steam Store Page)
Hello, as said previously, updates would be slow, however I have updated the Beta Branch with a lighting upgrade, the worlds now feel prettier to look at, while nothing's finished yet I have included some comparison screenshots for you to look at
OLD Screenshot (Steam Store Page)
Beta Branch
OLD Screenshot (Steam Store Page)
Beta Branch
Patchnotes
Additions
Changes
Fixes
I'm reworking the item spawning system to help keep the game running smooth, this system only applies to "Test one" and "Test three" as of writing but I will try to get it on all levels by the next Beta Update
How to access:
It's been several weeks without an update, when is it coming? - I'm working on it, trying to make each level feel different visually and (if possible) gameplay wise, Once I have something worth releasing it'll be within the Beta steam branch. This can be accessed by right clickin
It's been several weeks without an update, when is it coming? - I'm working on it, trying to make each level feel different visually and (if possible) gameplay wise, Once I have something worth releasing it'll be within the Beta steam branch.
This can be accessed by right clicking Ergo/Properties/Betas and selecting Beta
Changes Updated fan model Set the cube to spawn in by default in "Magnet Hands" (Helps lower chance of crashing) The game will now automatically calibrate the player's height on a level's startup Improved Visuals Fixes Fixed a bug where bringing physics tool through the item remo
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Fixes
Fixes Fixed a bug where in Half Pipe, the level would reset due to a OOB issue Changes Adjusted Audio System I've also introduced a Beta branch on steam that will be updated before the main branch from now on, to access it, right click ergo on steam, properties, betas and select
Fixes
Changes
I've also introduced a Beta branch on steam that will be updated before the main branch from now on, to access it, right click ergo on steam, properties, betas and select the version named "beta"
Fixes Fixed a bug where the player could get softlocked within the level "Rollin, Rollin, Rollin" Changes Added a .2 second delay on startup incase code was executing incorrectly Game now uses chunk based packing system for files Improved OOB Triggers (Smaller, possibly allows fo
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Removals
Additions Added option to enable VSync Fixes Fixed a bug where hands weren't rendering correctly
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Additions You can no see ingame shoes, they're a VERY Basic model for now but are designed to make it easier for climbing onto items Changes Adjusted vent size on all levels that required it Fixes Possibly fixed a respawning issue fixed a mouse appearing inverted in a level for s
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Fixes
What's up future employees. I have released a new patch with a few fixes, Thank you for playing the game, hopefully these fixes and changes will make the game more enjoyable. Fixes Fixed softlock on first test Possibly fixed random level resets Fixed a bug where the final dialogu
What's up future employees. I have released a new patch with a few fixes, Thank you for playing the game, hopefully these fixes and changes will make the game more enjoyable.
Fixes
Changes
Steam fixes
(Please note updates are not daily, I've just managed to fix these important issues)
Fixes Fixed a bug where audio would overlap in the final level Fixed a bug where a 5th core is mentioned several times Fixed a bug where some items wouldn't respawn / get destroyed, resulting in a softlock Fixed a bug where bloom would appear as off in the menu Additions You can
Fixes
Additions
You can customise your hands in the Main Menu, this can be accessed by finding all the trinkets in a single level.
Hello, i'd like to start by apologising for delaying Ergo for several months, while this was never the plan it was necessary. Now for the main points. Ergo is coming to steam on May 9th 2022 It will be in early access as the game isn't complete The game contains Budget voice acti
Hello, i'd like to start by apologising for delaying Ergo for several months, while this was never the plan it was necessary. Now for the main points.
What will the game contain in Early Access?
The game contains the following
What's planned before leaving Early Access?
I hope you're looking forward to Ergo's release; This has been a long time in the making and I'm hoping to continue development using your feedback / suggestions.
- Rowan H
Hello, First off I'd like to thank everyone that's downloaded and tried out Ergo, especially those who gave feedback, it's helped shape up the game well, for those who haven't you still get a thank you for reading this :) I've just updated the demo which fixes tons of bugs and ad
Hello, First off I'd like to thank everyone that's downloaded and tried out Ergo, especially those who gave feedback, it's helped shape up the game well, for those who haven't you still get a thank you for reading this :)
I've just updated the demo which fixes tons of bugs and adds tons of new features including a reworked main menu
Obviously as always there's still a few bugs present but i'm working on it!