Just wanted to give all of you Trading Card fans a sneak peek at what they'll be! We've gone old school and picked some great shots from the original rule book and I think you'll agree... they are pretty rad!
Without further ado...
Car to Car Combat
Car & Truck
Convoy
Ftunk
Fuel Truck Defence
Hi Way
Multiple Guns
Raider
Tomorrow we'll have more information on the badges you can earn!
See you then!
One week to go...
A quick update to say that this time next week Dark Future is launching NEXT WEEK (Thursday 16th May)
We'll have a lot more information next week in the run up to the launch (including the price for all those asking!) However to do a mini-update now on one week to go day...
Podcast
If you saw before we have been podcasting about car-combat and the history of Dark Future. Episode 2 came out today and in it, we talk all about the board game which this game is inspired by.
We are looking for people who you think might be a good fit for Dark Future the game. Any recommendations drop them in the conversation on our Discussion page.
We have an update tomorrow for you about Trading Cards and Badges and then one on Monday all around the Achievements in the game!
See you then!
The Road to Hell
Hello everyone, a quick update for you all as the 16th of May is only 9 days away now ːsteamhappyː
The Road to Hell: A Podcast on all things Car Combat
For those who are of the audio persuasion, we have recorded a new series of podcasts all around car combat and Dark Future. The first episode of this came out last week and is available on all good podcast players now.
Discord
If anyone uses Discord we have a group set up over there where we natter away about all things Dark Future (we also do an AMA after each podcast episode as well). We also had some INCREDIBLE screenshots posted in there for the beta weekend as well (which are now up in the Artwork page of the Community)
As always feel free to drop us any questions and comments!
We have a new look Steam page!
Hi everyone,
Just a quick update on three things:
1. We have a new look Steam page
Go over and have a look see! We've added:
All new text
Brand new screenshots
Some nice new header GIFs
...and we've also added a new trailer...well sort of!
2. New Trailer is coming Tuesday
Keep your eyes peeled on the Steam page and social media when you'll be able to see the brand new trailer for Dark Future: Blood Red States. We can't wait to share it with you!
3. Beta Weekend
For those of you who are waiting for your keys, we can only apologise that they haven't arrived yet!
We're currently waiting for Steam to send them over, but rest assured as soon as we have them. You will have them.
UPDATE: So after all the too and fro, we have had the confirmation that the keys are coming. The new plan is a release on Thursday 18th April at 17:00 (UK Time). You can find more details on our update.
Do you want to get your hands on an early access beta build of Dark Future: Blood Red States? Well today is your lucky day!
We are looking for people to take part in a beta weekend of this upcoming title and it couldn't be easier to take part.
Step 1: Visit this link and add your email address to the systemSorry, now closed!
Step 2: Get a confirmation email
Step 3: We'll send you an access code
Step 4: Log into Steam and redeem your code
Step 5: Step into Dark Future: Blood Red States
Step 6: Explode cars and be exploded lots
Step 7: Fill in the feedback form
Step 8: Get a code to get 5% off the game on launch
(and it works with any other sales we MAY or MAY NOT do *heavy wink*)
On Monday 14th April at 10:00 (UK Time) the keys will expire. The feedback form will close at 12:00PM (UK Time).
It’s been quite a while since we spoke to you all last. We’ve been really busy here at the studio these last few months. We launched Achtung! Cthulhu Tactics on all platforms and we’ve launched a Kickstarter for a new card game.
But that doesn’t mean we’ve forgotten about Dark Future… far from it! We’ve been busy beavering away on the game so we thought we’d share a few updates with you;
Date
The big question everyone wants answered is, when is it being released. The answer, “soon”.
We know this answer isn’t as accurate as it could be but that’s for secret reasons we can’t go into just yet. Rest assured things are moving on at a fast pace now and we are getting closer and closer to finalising the release date, and as soon as that’s something we can talk about, we will!
100% related to this, here’s a photo of half of the Dark Future team somewhere in Nottingham the other day… you might be able to guess where, and from the looks on our faces, probably why...
Screenshots
So how about an image or two? Or four?
#NailedIt
Off the track
Sometimes the best route is direct
Some fancy driving
What’s next?
We’re going to refresh the Steam page soon with new video, new screens, and so on, so look for that in the coming weeks.
Also, if you have any questions about the game get them in now and we’ll do our best to answer them, and make sure you’ve signed up to our email newsletter for more.
Speak to you soon!
New screenshots added
We've added a selection of new screenshots to the Store Page showing off the mysterious Car Corpse Valley and the T-Birds Gangcult territories.
Stacks of burned-out vehicles and long-abandoned outposts highlight the danger of this crumbling world.
We'll have more to show off soon, including some gameplay footage and more of the Big Empty!
New screenshots and video added!
Today we added a selection of new screenshots from in-game. While still pre-alpha, these screenshots better demonstrate the aesthetic of the game, powered by Unreal Engine 4!
As well as this, we've added a video detailing the science and research that has gone into the game's design.
A major part of the creative process while developing Dark Future: Blood Red States has been the implementation of real world ideas, keeping the fantastical setting grounded in a feasible environment. The original Dark Future board game was set in the distant future of 1995, and as such, we have had to examine what threats the world now faces, compared to those posited by Games Workshop in 1988.
We consulted with scientists from the University of East Anglia, as well as noted games writer and Dark Future author James Swallow, to help establish the settings and themes that you as the player will experience...
Steam page launches!
Today, we launch the Dark Future: Blood Red States Steam page!
This is a big step in the development of the game, as people can now wishlist Dark Future: Blood Red States so that they're kept up-to-date with information, release dates and promo for the game!
The Community Hub also launches as part of this, so keep your eyes peeled in the Steam forum for discussions about the game, development updates, competitions and more. We'd love to hear from you so don't hesitate if you have any questions, want to show off your old Dark Future miniatures, or have any thoughts on our adaptation.
