As a solo developer, the journey of creating this game has been both challenging and exciting. I've poured my heart and soul into this project and am thrilled to share the progress I've made over the past month:
What have I been working on?
Wall & Roof Dissolve Shader:
I've added a new feature that allows the walls and roofs of buildings to dissolve, making it easier for you to strategize your next move from a better vantage point, but most importantly, it lets you be able to better play the game without walls interfering with your view!
Character Interactions:
I've been working on ways to make your team of thieves more dynamic and have enabled them to interact with NPCs and each other.
UI Improvements:
To make the game more accessible, I've made changes to the user interface. Now you'll be able to use commands instead of relying on keyboard shortcuts.
Randomized Generation:
To keep the gameplay engaging, I've added randomized generation. This means each heist you undertake will present a unique challenge.
Tutorial Redesign:
I've also been working on revamping the tutorial to help newcomers get the hang of the game mechanics more efficiently.
Your support and feedback have been incredibly valuable. Remember, Plunder Masters is still in development, so your early interest and suggestions can really shape the future of the game.
If you haven't done so already, consider adding Plunder Masters to your Steam wishlist to stay updated on future developments, this would also help me A LOT!
During Steam Next Fest, the Lead programmer and the Creative Director from Three Dots Games will be broadcasting The Muller-Powell Principle's demo for you. During the stream there they'll be telling stories about the game development and sharing with you some fun facts. You will learn more about the game multiverse and pleasantly surprised with the gameplay mechanics. They will also answer your questions from the live chat. Everything you'd like to know about scenes, locations, puzzle solving and in-game enemies. If you wish to know more about the world of TMPP, come join us 06.19.2023
This is Alchemia Story Team. The maintenance we have started at 14:00, was completed at 18:30 (JST)
The following items will be distributed as an apology for the extended maintenance.
Compensation
・50 Gems
Receiving period
Start: 2023/6/15 0:00 End: 2023/6/22 23:59
As you log-in within the above period, you will be able to retrieve it through present box.
We apologize for any inconvenience way may have caused.
[6/14 17:55 (JST)Update]
We have confirmed an issue and decided to extend our maintenance that started at 14:00 (JST). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.
This is Alchemia Story Team.
We will perform a maintenace with the details below.
Scheduled date (JST)
2023/6/14 (Wed) 14:00 - 19:00
Maintenance Details
Update
・Event Update [Start] ┗ King Lindow's Festival~Part 1~
[End of Event] ┗ Wedding Road Winners
・Updated the product line-ups for Liz's Mystical Shop. *Trading Open ┗ Divine Dragon ┗ Noble Satan ┗ Star Fest Weapon
*Trading Closed ┗ Observers in the Sky ┗ City Police ┗ Promise of Perle Printemps
・Added items below to Exchange ┗ Fire Squad G Tix(Alchemy Stones×6000) ┗ Em: Digging Holes(Alchemy Stones×1500) *Closed ┗ Fashionable Beat G Tix(Alchemy Stones×6000)
Changes in system
・Changed the element of monsters in the Team VS Battle.
Fixed issues
・An issue where players were unable to exhibit GB Block at the Market ・Some small adjustments and corrections
We apologize for the incovenience caused, and appreciate for your cooperation.
*Please note that items and EXP gained right before the maintenance starts may disappear. *Please make sure to log out before the maintenance starts. Back to the List
Bigger update today - mostly some quality of life changes and one massive rework to the game tutorial. More bugfixes and balance changes on my plate next
Changes: -Added new button to buy AND use certain Tarot cards and planet cards directly from the shop -Added tooltip for all conversion tarot cards to show the enhancement effect -Brand new tutorial in game -Nerfed Stone Joker to +10 chips from +50 -Buffed Glass cards, now +5 mult instead of +2
Bugfixes: -Fixed bug where having 16 enhanced cards was not unlocking joker -Fixed bug where playing all your heart cards was not unlocking joker -Fixed bug where discovering 25 blinds was not unlocking vouchers
First of all, we would like to apologize to our long-awaiting players. The game release, initially scheduled for the first half of 2023, has been delayed once again. We will explain the reasons for the delay and confirm the final launch date in the following paragraphs. More importantly, we try to be more transparent and accurate in informing players about our plans leading up to the game's release.
Release Date
The final release date is set for Sept 20, 2023 (4 AM PST). Initial platforms are STEAM and XBOX.
Reasons for Delay
By the end of 2022, we had finished the development of in-game features and entered the testing and bug-fixing phase. Since this is our first game project, we wrongly estimated the time needed for bug fixes. Additionally, some necessary approval processes also exceeded our expected timeline. This was entirely due to our overly optimistic estimates and lack of experience, for which we deeply apologize.
Pre-release Plans
Firstly, the game needs to obtain final approvals from partner platforms and relevant regional authorities. Without these approvals, we will not be able to set up servers and release the game in certain regions. Secondly, we need to conduct stress tests on our servers. Before the final launch, the game will undergo at least two full-interface server stress tests to minimize potential server issues.
Game Prices
Standard Edition: 20 USD Deluxe Edition: 30 USD Both the Standard and Deluxe Editions include all game maps, with the Deluxe Edition featuring exclusive character outfits and in-game currency. We will disclose the content of Deluxe Edition in future Dev Logs.
In-game Currency
In-game currency can be earned by playing or leveling up and is used to unlock characters or character outfits. Different character outfits will not have any stats or functional differences.
Gifts for Demo Players
All Steam players who participated in the Demo in October 2020 will receive 10 "Surprise Egg" vouchers in the game. Surprise Eggs contain various in-game characters, character outfits, avatar frames, and others.
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Dear CEOs, On and Hot Time event schedule for week 2 of June 2023 is now live. Please read carefully to not miss any important buff to enhance your company. Thank you.
◆ On-Time Event Period:
- June 15, 2023 (Wed) 00:00 ~ June 20, 2023 (Tue) 23:59 (UTC+9) - June 15, 2023 (Tue) 10:00 ~ June 19, 2023 (Mon) 9:59 (UTC-5)
Event gifts will be given to your mailbox every day upon login.
◆ Hot Time Event Buff:
1) Eternium Usage Discount -20% on all Fields/Battles - June 14, 2023 (Wed) 00:00 ~ June 17, 2023 (Sat) 23:59 (UTC+9) - June 13, 2023 (Tue) 10:00 ~ June 16, 2023 (Fri) 9:59 (UTC-5)
2) Gauntlet Point Gain Increase by +20% - June 18, 2023 (Sun) 00:00 ~ June 20, 2023 (Tue) 23:59 (UTC+9) - June 17, 2023 (Sat) 10:00 ~ June 19, 2023 (Mon) 9:59 (UTC-5)
Note
CEOs can only receive the On Time event gift once a day.
The On-Time event gift will be deleted when the valid period expires, please receive it within the period.
Expired On-Time event gift cannot be restored by any means.
The applied Hot Time effect can be checked by clicking the Hot Time buff image on the nickname to the right of the lobby screen.
Dear CEOs, Here is the list of new products featured in this week’s update. Please look through them carefully, for you never know when they will come in handy!
The product's price may vary depending on the platform, residence, and the daily exchange rate.
For more information on the updates and the maintenance schedule for June 14, please check the links below.
List of Applicable Employees: Stormbringer Jake Walker & Replacer Queen Purchasable Period: ▷ June 14, 2023, 14:10 ~ Until further notice (UTC+9) ▷ June 14, 2023, 00:10 ~ Until further notice (UTC-5) ※ All skins are not refundable after purchase.
【 Incognito 】
Price: 1,600 Admin Coins Total Purchase Count available: 1 time/account
【 Fate 】
Price: 2,080 Admin Coins Total Purchase Count available: 1 time/account
▣ Packages
【 Daily Recruitment Package 】
Price: 1,200 Admin Coins Total Purchase Count available: 1 time/account
▼ Purchasable Period: ▷ June 14, 2023, 14:10 ~ June 28, 2023, 12:00 (UTC+9) ▷ June 14, 2023, 00:10 ~ June 27, 2023, 22:00 (UTC-5)
▼ Composition: ▷ 1,200 x Quartz ▷ 5,000 x Eternium ▷ 1 x Employment Contract ( for 10 days) ※ This product is not refundable after purchase.
【 Weekly Resource Package 】
Price: 499 Admin Coins Total Purchase Count : 3 times/week
▼ Purchasable Period: ▷ June 14, 2023, 14:10 ~ June 28, 2023, 12:00 (UTC+9) ▷ June 14, 2023, 00:10 ~ June 27, 2023, 22:00 (UTC-5)
▼ Composition: ▷ 550 x Quartz ▷ 10,000 x Eternium ▷ 1,000,000 x Credits ▷ 3,000 x Info