Hey guys!!! So I just want you to know I'm not dead. I've been having to spend some time pursuing a part time job to support my game development but it will all be for the better so I can continue working on the game :)
As for an update I wanted to tell you what to expect in the next update!
I have been hard at work on the next update and its bigger than the last, it's got a lot of needed features that make the game have more replay value.
Here are some of the features that are already complete!
- SAVING (YAY FINALLY!)
- Unlocks!
- Global gold system for unlocks!
- 9 completely new characters to unlock and play with.
- 9 new starting weapons with each new character, which can be modded.
- Completely redrawn character models. They were in need of an update!
- End game screen, this is where your total gold and stats are tallied!
- Permanent character stat upgrades using gold!
- Statistics! - see how many stupid zombies you've killed over your lifetime.
- and much more......
Other Notes:
Online: So I've been looking into adding Networking to Zombie Party and it's something I've never done before. After looking into it I've realized given the nature of the game (TONS of enemies and bullets) it's going to be a bit more challenging than I had anticipated. Lots of sending of mass packets of data and information. THIS is not to say it won't happen! Only that it may be a slower process than I had though previously. I am still going to focus on other areas of the game while slowly implementing online. I want to do it correctly as to optimize the MP experience. As the game grows I may end up getting some additional programmers which will speed up the process.
Update Frequency: I know I promised you guys weekly updates and have tried to stay true to that but life sure has a funny way of keeping you from getting things done. Regardless, the next update is bringing tons of new content! I am hopefully starting my part time job next week which will allow me to spend my free time working on ZP, rather than looking for a job!
I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!! Thank you so much for all the support and kind words! You guys make it more than worth it! Always feel free to contact me for any reason! I love hearing from you guys! :)
Thanks,
Ben