Hello, dear players!
About a year ago, we announced that we had completed two of the three major map designs for our horror game "To Last" and were aiming for a Q1 2024 release. Since then, we have faced many challenges, both in the game and in our circumstances. This update is prepared to explain the steps we’ve taken to advance the project, the difficulties we’ve encountered, and what you can expect in the future.
Why Were We Silent for a Year?
Over the past year, I faced significant financial difficulties that prevented me from progressing the project at the pace I wanted. Rising costs, fluctuations in exchange rates, and the challenges of managing such a large project alone slowed down the development process. However, I never gave up during this time; I continued working on the game, and today, I am proud to share the fruits of this hard work with you.
Major Changes in Game Mechanics and UI Design
One of our primary focuses during development was to diversify the game mechanics. We made significant updates to replace the old mechanics with more dynamic and immersive gameplay experiences. Additionally, the user interface (UI) design underwent a major overhaul. UI elements were completely redesigned to ensure that players can experience the game more comfortably and impressively.
Story Completed and Level Design Redone
One of the biggest achievements of the past year was the full completion of the game's story. Players will now encounter a deep and immersive narrative when they step into the dark world of "To Last." Moreover, the map and level designs have been completely reworked. Significant changes were made to level designs, particularly to better reflect the horror elements of the atmosphere.
Optimization Issues Resolved by 80%
Intensive work has been carried out on the game's optimization, and I’ve resolved approximately 80% of the optimization issues. This has greatly improved the game's performance, allowing a broader audience to experience the game smoothly. However, there’s still work to be done; I aim to resolve the remaining optimization issues before the release date.
Enemy AI and Map Expansion
During this process, I also began working on the enemy AI. The enemies players will encounter are now smarter, more strategic, and will behave in ways that heighten the sense of fear. Additionally, map expansion was also addressed during this time. Players will be able to lose themselves in a larger and more detailed world awaiting exploration.
Cover Art and New Designs
As the game developed, not just the mechanics and story but also the visual aspect underwent significant evolution. In this context, the cover art of our game has been completely renewed. The new cover art was designed to better reflect the atmosphere and the horror-filled world of the game. Additionally, new in-game visuals have been created; these visuals effectively bring out the horror elements and dark atmosphere of the game.
Looking Ahead
I want you to know that the game is still in development, and I continue to work hard to reach my goals. Feedback and critiques from all of you are extremely valuable to me during this process. I take all comments into consideration to make the project even better.
I’d like to thank all the players who have supported me through this long and challenging journey. I look forward to sharing more progress with you in the next update about "To Last."
Thank you, and may you have terrifying moments!
— Developer
