Dear Players,
We are excited to announce that the new update for "Search of Galaxy" is now available for download! In this update, we've added numerous improvements and new features that will make your gaming experience even more exciting.
Major Changes in the Update:
New Content:
New quests, a character, and a location have been added, allowing you to delve deeper into the game's world.
New Features:
New functions and mechanics have been added, expanding the game's possibilities and opening new ways to interact with the game world.
Concept and Lore Formed:
There will no longer be timelines and time jumps. The story will have a clear beginning and will progress, developing along with the game.
Update Details:
New Quests and Locations:
This update introduces a new location and the beginning of the story. Future missions will be added in chronological order, without time jumps (unless it's part of the plot).
Performance Optimization:
We have reworked many aspects of the game to ensure smoother and more stable gameplay even on less powerful devices.
Complete Project Restart:
Don't be alarmed by this phrase – by project, we mean the code and architecture of the program. The game itself will develop as originally intended.
Detailed Information:
After much contemplation about what the game will be, its plot, gameplay mechanics, and quests, we have finally unified it all into a coherent concept.
Yes, we promised an update a month ago, BUT! Just a couple of days before the promised release date, I had an epiphany! I gathered all the ideas, formed a concept, and created a picture. Previously, I couldn't figure out the best way to release updates due to a lack of experience, and the plot demanded a lot. For example, I couldn't start the game from the very beginning because 3D objects were needed – a lot of 3D objects, animations, sounds, prefabs, etc. I couldn't manage it all in a short time. But now I have the idea to start from a relatively empty place, implement the basic game functionality, set up the infrastructure, and develop the project by adding new objects and building scenes without changing the foundation.
For well-known reasons, I had to put the project on hold for 2 years. But at the beginning of 2024, I resumed development, rewriting and creating many things from scratch.
Here are the key achievements:
A complete item, inventory, and crafting system has been developed from scratch.
Previously, there was no real way to do anything with collected resources, but now there's a huge potential for crafting. Items can be crafted from collected resources or other items. The system is fully written, and the simple task ahead is to fill the game with new objects using the existing tool.
The save game system has been completely rewritten and improved.
Now many objects in space can save their states and positions. The system is as convenient as possible for me and will help implement a multiplayer mode with unique encryption in the future.
Effects for building, welding, etc., have been implemented.
This detail was sorely lacking for construction, which is the basis of my game. We will be building ships and structures, and now the tools are available. You can now build individual components and whole structures with unique properties.
The control system has been reworked.
The camera is now more stable, drone control has been added, and keys can be remapped in the future.
A lot of 3D objects (a lot for me as a programmer) and SFX sounds have been added to the project.
Skills in these areas are actively developing, so filling levels and missions shouldn't be a problem.
Plans for Future Updates:
Now that the major challenges have been overcome, the plan is to advance the plot by adding new levels and objects. I no longer need to invent low-level tools like "panels, doors, engines, saving," etc. I don't need to create the lore and concept anymore – it's all formed. All that's left is to create new 3D objects, find or record music and sounds, and assemble new locations.
I think I've covered the main points – see you all on the forum! You will definitely find errors and bugs, so don't hesitate to report them so I know what to fix
Best regards,
DRAGONnoid