Re-Spawn: Alpha v1.0.0.5 Released
by Quinton Delpeche · 04/29/2014 (1:27 am) · 8 comments
On April 25th 2014, we released Re-Spawn v1.0.0.5 which addressed some of the major issues we encountered. The turn around time for this release was about 2 weeks and I am quite happy with the fixes and changes we got done during that time.
Release Notes:
[FIXED] Defect #4 - Heartbeat Sounds Continues After Death
[FIXED] Defect #5 - Proving Grounds Spawn Points
[FIXED] Defect #6 - Bots Just Run Around
[FIXED] Defect #7 - Updater Disable Buttons
[FIXED] Defect #8 - Spawner Telefragging Not Working
[FIXED] Defect #9 - Proving Grounds Map Name
[FIXED] Defect #10 - Rank for Leaderboard Calculation
[FIXED] Defect #11 - Server Ping Incorrect
[FIXED] Defect #21 - Bots Seem to Randomly Crouch
[FIXED] Defect #22 - Can't Get out of Credit Screen
[FIXED] Defect #23 - KD Ratio Calculations Incorrect
[FIXED] Defect #27 - Bots just stand around in Proving Grounds
[FIXED] Defect #29 - Rocket Launcher blast
[FIXED] Defect #30 - Mouse cursor disappears if chatting during death
[ADDED] Player Statistics Display
[ADDED] Top 100 Leaderboard on Home Page
[ADDED] Client Version Check before joining a server
[ADDED] 5 minutes left audio and visual alert
[ADDED] 1 minute left audio and visual alert
[ADDED] 30 seconds left audio and visual alert
[ADDED] Server config file that allows various aspects of the server to be configured and controlled.
[ADDED] Fail safe check if the servers are undergoing maintenance.
[ADDED] Version number to the main menu screen for easier reference.
[CHANGED] Player registration process to include Country, Birthday, Terms Acceptance, and Marketing Opt In values
[FIXED] Bug where the game couldn't be run at a higher resolution.
[FIXED] Bug where collision mesh material of the Turret was being rendered.
Testers and Server Hosters
The player uptake of the game hasn't been what I expected and I suspect this is due to the lack of servers in other areas (currently only have a South African server). So if any of you out there are willing to host a server for us, please get in touch and I will send you an Official Server License and Key. You will also get full credits in the game and a new server hoster page will be created on the website with your details.
The server is extremely stable and requires no support or maintenance, we merely need locations and willing volunteers.
We are also looking for more testers, so please download the game from here, or spread the word if the game is not your type of game and get fragging. :)
Indie DB
We decided to take the plunge and list the game on IndieDB, we will monitor the popularity here and hopefully will be able to engage more players.
Please join us on the official forums or on Indie DB and help us promote the game.
Next Release
The next release of Re-Spawn (v1.0.0.6) is currently underway and will include 2 new maps and a host of new features that didn't make it in to v1.0.0.5. We plan on releasing new versions every 2 to 3 weeks and are optimistic that we can hit these deadlines now that the base game is complete.
Re-Spawn Marketing:
Website
Forums
Blogs
Wiki
Facebook
Google+
Twitter
Gobbo Games Marketing:
Website
Facebook
Google+
Twitter
Skype: gobbogamessa
G-Talk: webmaster@gobbogames.co
E-mail: webmaster@gobbogames.co
Thank you for your time and I look forward to seeing you in game real soon.
Release Notes:
[FIXED] Defect #4 - Heartbeat Sounds Continues After Death
[FIXED] Defect #5 - Proving Grounds Spawn Points
[FIXED] Defect #6 - Bots Just Run Around
[FIXED] Defect #7 - Updater Disable Buttons
[FIXED] Defect #8 - Spawner Telefragging Not Working
[FIXED] Defect #9 - Proving Grounds Map Name
[FIXED] Defect #10 - Rank for Leaderboard Calculation
[FIXED] Defect #11 - Server Ping Incorrect
[FIXED] Defect #21 - Bots Seem to Randomly Crouch
[FIXED] Defect #22 - Can't Get out of Credit Screen
[FIXED] Defect #23 - KD Ratio Calculations Incorrect
[FIXED] Defect #27 - Bots just stand around in Proving Grounds
[FIXED] Defect #29 - Rocket Launcher blast
[FIXED] Defect #30 - Mouse cursor disappears if chatting during death
[ADDED] Player Statistics Display
[ADDED] Top 100 Leaderboard on Home Page
[ADDED] Client Version Check before joining a server
[ADDED] 5 minutes left audio and visual alert
[ADDED] 1 minute left audio and visual alert
[ADDED] 30 seconds left audio and visual alert
[ADDED] Server config file that allows various aspects of the server to be configured and controlled.
[ADDED] Fail safe check if the servers are undergoing maintenance.
[ADDED] Version number to the main menu screen for easier reference.
[CHANGED] Player registration process to include Country, Birthday, Terms Acceptance, and Marketing Opt In values
[FIXED] Bug where the game couldn't be run at a higher resolution.
[FIXED] Bug where collision mesh material of the Turret was being rendered.
Testers and Server Hosters
The player uptake of the game hasn't been what I expected and I suspect this is due to the lack of servers in other areas (currently only have a South African server). So if any of you out there are willing to host a server for us, please get in touch and I will send you an Official Server License and Key. You will also get full credits in the game and a new server hoster page will be created on the website with your details.
The server is extremely stable and requires no support or maintenance, we merely need locations and willing volunteers.
We are also looking for more testers, so please download the game from here, or spread the word if the game is not your type of game and get fragging. :)
Indie DB
We decided to take the plunge and list the game on IndieDB, we will monitor the popularity here and hopefully will be able to engage more players.
Please join us on the official forums or on Indie DB and help us promote the game.
Next Release
The next release of Re-Spawn (v1.0.0.6) is currently underway and will include 2 new maps and a host of new features that didn't make it in to v1.0.0.5. We plan on releasing new versions every 2 to 3 weeks and are optimistic that we can hit these deadlines now that the base game is complete.
Re-Spawn Marketing:
Website
Forums
Blogs
Wiki
Google+
Gobbo Games Marketing:
Website
Google+
Skype: gobbogamessa
G-Talk: webmaster@gobbogames.co
E-mail: webmaster@gobbogames.co
Thank you for your time and I look forward to seeing you in game real soon.
About the author
Gobbo Games is an Independent Games Development company operating from Durban in South Africa. We believe in creating high-quality cost-effective games that remain true to the belief of Independent Game Developers around the world.
#2
Here are some new videos for the Proving Grounds map and Factory map running ov v1.0.0.6.
Some new maps are currently being developed and more information will be provided in due course.
04/30/2014 (10:46 am)
@Will: Sure, we can talk. Thanks for the support.Here are some new videos for the Proving Grounds map and Factory map running ov v1.0.0.6.
Some new maps are currently being developed and more information will be provided in due course.
#3
I watched your video Re-Spawn Factory level in Google+, and I found it very good, and its graphical user interface is excellent; however, I have some suggestions:
1. The scenario is very small for an indoor type game. If you could increase it a bit more, add some windows (fake or not, if possible!) it would become better and more interesting for whom is playing. Thus, the players could spawn again in different locations. Furthermore, you might try to make the hallways and stairs wider to avoid collision problems with other characters.
2. Regarding to the pain screams, as the game level is closed and apparently was built using materials such as concrete and metal, you could add a small quantity of echo, but not too much, in your audio screaming.
Moreover, you also could slightly change the pitch of the it (that is, making its tone, more basses or treble, just a few), of course, you will need to create other audio files as well with those new sounds. This might help to simulate the presence other people into your scenario and not just one person yelling all the time.
3. Audio and sound effects in a game are very important items because they contribute to create a mood of tension, suspense, etc. for anyone who plays or simply watching your game. Unfortunately, it is not an easy thing to do. I personally think to choose good audio track and sound effect it is one of the most difficult steps in the development of a video game, being a 3D or 2D game.
I hope these tips might help you in some manner.
Good luck and success!
05/01/2014 (1:24 am)
Hello Quinton Delpeche,I watched your video Re-Spawn Factory level in Google+, and I found it very good, and its graphical user interface is excellent; however, I have some suggestions:
1. The scenario is very small for an indoor type game. If you could increase it a bit more, add some windows (fake or not, if possible!) it would become better and more interesting for whom is playing. Thus, the players could spawn again in different locations. Furthermore, you might try to make the hallways and stairs wider to avoid collision problems with other characters.
2. Regarding to the pain screams, as the game level is closed and apparently was built using materials such as concrete and metal, you could add a small quantity of echo, but not too much, in your audio screaming.
Moreover, you also could slightly change the pitch of the it (that is, making its tone, more basses or treble, just a few), of course, you will need to create other audio files as well with those new sounds. This might help to simulate the presence other people into your scenario and not just one person yelling all the time.
3. Audio and sound effects in a game are very important items because they contribute to create a mood of tension, suspense, etc. for anyone who plays or simply watching your game. Unfortunately, it is not an easy thing to do. I personally think to choose good audio track and sound effect it is one of the most difficult steps in the development of a video game, being a 3D or 2D game.
I hope these tips might help you in some manner.
Good luck and success!
#4
05/01/2014 (8:13 am)
@Joao: Thanks for the comments and insight. I have passed your comments over to our sound guy and we will be discussing it. I greatly appreciate your time that you took in providing these comments. 8-}
#5
Comments and criticisms are always welcome.
05/02/2014 (11:52 pm)
@all: Here is the high resolution version of the official trailer for Re-Spawn. The medium and high resolution versions will follow. I hope you enjoy.Comments and criticisms are always welcome.
#6
We hit the Top 10 Most Popular Games on IndieDB for today just under Minecraft and Project Zomboid.
Very excited.
05/12/2014 (2:27 am)
Sorry ... couldn't resist.We hit the Top 10 Most Popular Games on IndieDB for today just under Minecraft and Project Zomboid.
Very excited.
#7
05/12/2014 (5:07 am)
I think this is just calculated out of site visits and if you make advertising everywhere you get a lot of hits.
#8
Just for clarification ... this is the point: Social Media or Unsocial Media
05/12/2014 (5:09 am)
@Duion: Yes I am aware how it is calculated ... you miss the point ... but anyway.Just for clarification ... this is the point: Social Media or Unsocial Media
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Digital Lightstorm Game Studio
Best to you my friend,
Will