Hello, hello, hello…!
It’s Friday, and we’ve been working hard to bring more joy to the Smashbox Arena Community.
Because #joytotheworld.
I’m super excited to announce 2 new BIG additions to Smashbox Arena that’s coming next week!
First addition: Smashbox Labs
We will be periodically introducing new, experimental game modes that we love and want your feedback on.
The first game mode is the Snipers-Only Mode
This is a new mode lovingly crafted just for you.
We just spent an hour straight playtesting the NEW Snipers-Only Mode, and we were screaming like chickens who were attacked by rabid foxes (in a good way). It made Smashbox Arena feel completely different.
In the Snipers-Only Mode, all weapons become Sniperballs...with a few Shield drops.
The game turns crazily tense with lots of long distance face-offs… You take cover, stealthily move around, and use the scope to carefully THREAD THE NEEDLE and obliterate your opponents from afar.
During our playtest, Gabe (aka ManTiger) sniped me while I was triggering the Tie-Breaker Missile! I shrieked and fell to the ground. I was lying in a fetal position for a few seconds (but it was fun.)
The pacing is way different than the regular mode...and who doesn’t LOVE Snipers?
Don’t just take my word for it. TRY IT next week when it’s out. Our aim is to release it by end of the week… but we won’t release it unless it’s well balanced and polished, just like everything we do.
Second, we have a NEW MAP coming out.
The map is called Watcher.
It’s small, fast, and furious.
This is a sneak peek:
We’ve gotten a lot of positive feedback on the Catwalk map, so we’ve created another level with that frenetic feel. It’s probably the most intense map yet. You’re going to love it.
OH… And the last thing about the Snipers-Only Mode. It makes all the maps play completely differently again.
We were trying all the maps with the new mode and discovering the nuances. Different tactics, hiding spots, cover, movement. #joytotheworld!
Thanks so much for your tremendous support! Building a great VR community isn’t easy, and you guys make it all worthwhile.
Please post comments and share your excitement with us!
(It keeps us motivated and it’s better than hugs.)
Can’t wait until next week!