Planet Protector VR
Release & sunset!
However, this is not due to some awesome thing - we've been hit with so many other projects & things since our initial early access launch, and of course COVID.. we just can't work on this game any more.
There may still be updates for any huge, VR-incompatibility-related bugs, but otherwise this game will no longer receive updates. You can still expect it to be on sale occasionally if you somehow see this announcement and haven't bought the game yet, too!
And unfortunately, due to some bugs uncovered & fixed in our last update, we have had to remove the Korean localization of the user interface. It's become a hassle to keep that up to date and it hasn't gotten us anywhere.
However, the game also has a permanent price reduction! From 9.99USD to 4.99USD (and regional equivalents). Thankyou for your patience, and expect even further temporary discounts during Steam Sales!
So, the game is "done". You can play it & defend a city against alien invaders - that's all still there! The game is still a great "first VR experience" for your friends & family members, especially younger gamers. We hope you enjoy it, and we'll see you around at our eventual next game project!
Our game now supports Korean!
The game is now localized into Korean!
There is currently no way to change this while in VR, to avoid accidents, but it can be changed by a spectator/operator using the on-screen buttons.
Enjoy!
Lunar New Year 2020 update!
We've just pushed out a new update for Planet Protector VR. Our store page screenshots won't match these just yet but the core game is still "shoot aliens, protect the city".
The update is focused on better support for OpenVR / SteamVR devices as well as bringing some optimization & code changes due to a change in our Unity engine version upgrade.
Let us know what you think of the update! We'll be getting out of Steam Early Access soon, so feedback to make our release awesome would be wicked!
See you around, protectors!
Australia Day sale!
Here in Australia, it's going to be Australia Day on Saturday.
To celebrate, Planet Protector VR is part of the Aussie Sale 2019 - share with your friends and help them see the amazing world of virtual reality!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/656320/Planet_Protector_VR/
Thanks for playing, see you at the next update!
PPVR HD OMG!
This new version of the game is built from the ground up for computers. Yes, the previous version was essentially the Google Daydream version of the game. This means the graphics are improved a bit, there's more going on in the game in some parts, and the controls should feel a little nicer.
There's still a lot to work on and we're looking forward to feedback on this version of the game. Let us know what you think!
We've been taking this version of the game around to conventions & expos throughout the year, starting with RTX Sydney 2018 in February. Conventions like that, Supanova, and even various tech & highschool fairs have been a great place for us to get feedback to make this game even better as anyone's first step into VR.
Unfortunately, some features of the game did get stripped out. It's mostly temporary. Things like the flycam & helicopter cam will come back soon, as will the screenshot feature. For now, you just have to enjoy on the gameplay in VR!
We'll be updating the Steam product page screenshots & videos in the lead up to PAX AUS 2018, so if you don't have 10 minutes to play the game, you'll still be able to see all of the cool new stuff really soon!
Keep on protecting the planet, players!
Overhaul Incoming!
This overhaul comes from player feedback at RTX Sydney 2018 and Supanova Sydney 2018, with the overhaul specifically being tested at Supanova.
I don't have many screenshots to show at this time, though I can happily confirm a few little points:
- The game runs much, much smoother now.
- The game looks much, much prettier (bye-bye smartphone limitations!)
- The game has a variety of new enemies to play against.
This updated version of the game will come to Steam soon - I'll make another announcement soon before that happens, but I'm looking at a July/September update for now.
I know this has been our only update so far -- development has been slow due to other work popping up. I'm grateful for all of your support, believe me!
If you do want more frequent updates, it might be best to follow BigfootDS on Facebook since I post regularly there.
Thankyou for your support and patience, this game is improving bit by bit! I'll post again soon. ːsteamhappyː
Planet Protector VR on IndieGala!
Planet Protector VR is part of the awesome IndieGala Virtual Reality XVI Bundle - check it out here!
https://www.indiegala.com/vr
The bundle will run for 21 days, and there's a special launch price for the first day of the bundle! Get it now while it's cheap!
Game Plans & PAXAUS2017 News
So it's been almost a fortnight since the game's launch - we've let things simmer and settle, and now it's time to reveal the next stage of our early-access process.
Game Showcase
First off, if you're attending PAXAUS2017 you'll see Planet Protector VR live & ready for players at both the AIT (Academy of Information Technology) booth and the AIE (Academy of Interactive Entertainment) booth throughout the weekend.
As a solo dev I'll be bouncing back and forth between the booths, and the game will be running all weekend at AIT's booth and for half of the weekend at AIE's booth. Feel free to drop in to either booth and grab some epic stickers and other cool game loot!
Development Update
Secondly, this game is in early-access and its development is still ongoing - so here's the plan!
--- RTX SYDNEY 2018 ---
An updated build of the game will launch in time for RTX Sydney 2018. We tested out this build at PAXAUS 2017 and it went really well, so development there is going smoothly. We'll keep testing out new builds at local expos & conventions, and then push them online once they're ready. Keep an eye out for that!
And remember, there are feedback & suggestions forms available too - help us be awesome!
-- The bug/error reporting form
-- The content suggestion form
See you around, planet protectors!
Planet Protector VR is available tomorrow!
This game is still an early access title and will be so for a while, allowing us to add more content & improve the quality of the game as per your feedback.
To leave some awesomly-helpful feedback, please use these links below:
See you on the other side of the game launch! We hope you and your friends & family all enjoy Planet Protector VR!
Planet Protector VR has popped up on Steam!
While we wait for its upcoming launch, feel free to add it to your wishlist or jump into some discussions and see what other people are saying about the game!
What are you excited about most in Planet Protector VR? Defending famous locations? Travelling around the world? Or just relaxing to the tune of exploding UFOs? ːsteamhappyː
Also, check out the cool game logo that you'll see when you install the game! Isn't it wicked?
