Hello everyone!
As a solo developer, I’ve always believed that the best games are the ones built together with their community. Poolside Vigil isn't just my project; it's a journey I want to take with all of you. Every comment, every critique, and every idea you share helps me shape this nightmare into something truly special.
I’m working hard to ensure that when the public demo opens, it feels polished and "right." I want you to know that I am listening to everything you say. Based on our early community discussions, Version 1.1 is now live with these improvements:
Our Shared Vision: Many of you asked for a wider view. FOV is now increased to 90° for a better PC experience.
Fluid Movement: Sprinting speed has been boosted to make your exploration more responsive.
Smart Navigation: I’ve reworked the generation logic so every room is unique per run. No more confusing duplicates!
Visual Cues: I’ve placed Teddy Bears and toys around corners. These are your new "silent guides" to help you keep your sense of direction.
Haunting Atmosphere: Added a new "Help" voice line to make the pools feel even more unsettling.
Performance: General optimizations for a smoother experience.
This game is growing through your thoughts and my passion. Let’s keep building this together!
See you in the pools on January 26th!