Hello Exorcists!
We're back with another “Letter from the Developers” to talk to you and show you what we're working on right now.
We've made many announcements to you about the progress of this long-awaited overhaul, and now being on the home stretch- we can reveal a little more about its content.
First off, as we have already shown, we are preparing a map specially designed as a tutorial in order to learn or review the basics of Ghost Exorcism INC.
In the tutorial, you will have a small journey to complete where you will learn new things about the game, the equipment, the possibilities, and the dangers.
Do you need to learn how to play? Welcome to the tutorial area!
Next, we're going to talk about entity attacks, and how they are able to damage exorcists. Before now, if the entity was chasing you, and caught you - you had the time limit of a wavy screen to indicate that you were about to be injured. In the coming beta, however- an entity will chase you until it catches you. Once it catches you, you will sustain an injury, or worse. Exorcists who go "to the other side" will still have the ability to decide whether or not to help their teammates. We've tried to make entity attacks a little less punishing by changing the way we think.
We therefore present a new feature: Disorientation.
Once the entity grabs you, it can cause damage to your psyche and can potentially transport you to any location of its choosing. You will be in shock and will not be able to run or carry an item in your off-hand.
"You thought you could escape me, exorcist!? That's not gonna happen!"
"How do I treat my condition?" one might ask... Well, you can regenerate in two different ways:
- Return to the vehicle, and while in the safety of the vehicle, you'll feel better after a few seconds.
- You can also opt for one of the new equipment in this update: the Refreshing Drink! It will heal your wounds, allow you to run again, and carry an item in each hand. HQ strongly suggest that wary or unfamiliar exorcists carry one on their belt at all times ^^.
Due to a recent study conducted at our Ghost Exorcism INC offices, we learned that a simple Refreshing Drink could cure stress and mental shock caused by entity attacks!
We are thinking about everything regarding this overhaul update. Moreover, we strongly questioned one aspect: the Crucifix and the Statue of Mary. We noticed for quite some time that their use was far too beneficial and we therefore made decisions to modify their use.
Previously (in the current game) these tools acted as a barrier/shield that stopped certain types of entities. After the update arrives, these tools will no longer stop entities in their tracks; it will considerably slow them down instead. The slowing strength of these tools will be substantial and strong.
We'll be updating the Door Barrier feature to be more consistent, and strong. Instead of being forced to stand at the door, holding it closed - exorcists will now be able to close the door until it "clicks" closed, then continue running for their lives.
And what about you? Is there a feature you would like to see when the overhaul comes out?
We will come back to you very soon with new visuals and always more new improvements to announce!
The feedback you give us as well as your warm messages allow us to consider the best for Ghost Exorcism Inc, thank you again!
Don't forget your Crucifixes and Statues of Mary.
- The Ghost Exorcism Inc. team