The Forgettable Dungeon
Forgettable Dungeon: Update on Current Events
As some of you may know I got very sick after PAX, with breathing and muscle complications. (I still don't believe this to be Covid-19, just a weird coincidence)
Unfortunately the side effects from this just haven't gotten better. Due to complications from being sick my sleep is now greatly disrupted, and now working from a computer randomly causes my chest to tighten up bringing the breathing issues back.
I was hoping this was just a slipped disc and it'd go away but it's sticking around for far too long.
So with all this progress has been slow.
I am still working on the game as much as I can, however I have to try and keep my health as my main focus.
That's sadly it for now. I hope everyone is taking care of themselves during all the crazy events of the world.
Forgettable Dungeon: PAX and Crazyness
If you want a more extended writeup of what's been going on, you can read it at the kickstarter page here:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rotondo/forgettabledungeon/posts/2657363
The tl;dr of things is essentially:
- Bought house, no longer homeless!
- Bottom floor floods 4" first night we spend in it.
- Pay lots of money, remove a little mold, partially remedy problem
- Slowly repair/rip out parts of the house.
- Try to get back to a somewhat normal dev cycle.
With this development has slowed the past few months, however I'm hoping it's going to speed up once things calm down a bit.
I'm working on an update though, taking into consideration your feedback. If you have any suggestions or critiques please post in the forums. It really helps.
In more positive news I'm going to be showing the game at PAX East this Friday.
Booth number is 31077, be sure to stop by.
Stay tuned for hopefully more normal game updates in the future.
The Forgettable Dungeon: Spooky Changelog
Today I have a special spooky themed update to The Forgettable Dungeon.
The summoner will now appear in the graveyard at night conjuring spooky scary skeletons to fight his battles for him.
If you can manage to beat him you may be able to harness his powerful staff to conjure up some mayhem yourself.
There's also a new tree...?
I'd be careful turning your back to this tree at night.
In lighter news fall has hit the forest in the overworld, and even brought along some jack o' lanterns to light your path!
Beyond these spooky changes I've also fixed a few crash bugs that some people were experiencing thanks to a lot of help from users in the discord.
If you run into any issues, have questions, or just want to say hi be sure to join the discord here.
https://discord.gg/0wDrfggwJYq1yjtF
That's it for now, hope everyone has a nice Halloween!
The Forgettable Dungeon: Changelog r1592
I appreciate all the feedback I've been receiving about the game, it's helping me figure out which direction to take certain features.
There's been a few issues that I'm trying to resolve as quickly as I can, some of which are resolved in this patch.
I'm aware that there's a crash glitch that some people have been getting, I'm working hard to try and figure out what the common thread is with this.
If you have experienced the crash or have other feedback please post in the forum or in the discord.
Discord: https://discord.gg/0wDrfggwJYq1yjtF
Forum: https://steamcommunity.com/app/375810/discussions/
Changelog:
-- fixed case where you could gain control of the player during the intro cut scene and die
-- fixed split screen not working properly if game is in full screen mode
-- fixed case where certain switches wouldn't work with melee / ranged weapons
-- added more specific message to timeout, to aid in joining LAN servers
-- fixed animation with exploder enemy
-- fixed "die once" checklist functionality
-- made shopkeepers a less floaty when attacked, and a bit tougher
-- fixed cyclops health being set to too low
Thanks for taking the time to read this, I hope you've been enjoying the game!
Take care!
Unrelated gif for entertainment purposes:
The Forgettable Dungeon Out Now!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/375810/The_Forgettable_Dungeon/
If you run into any issues please report them in the discrord or the forums!
https://discord.gg/0wDrfggwJYq1yjtF
https://steamcommunity.com/app/375810/discussions/
It's been a crazy ride, hopefully you guys like the game. :D
The Forgettable Dungeon: Early Access Release Date
Just wanted to let you know that the game is going to be launching in early access on Monday October 21st!
I'm happy that the game is at a state where I can share it with more people.
It's going to be $19.99 with a 10% discount at launch.
With the early access announcement there's also a new trailer:
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If you don't got time for that here's a gif of some destruction and customization!
Here's a link to the store page:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/375810/The_Forgettable_Dungeon/
( I have no idea if this is already linked somewhere with this new fancy announcement system )
Please help spread the word, wishlist and follows really help boost the games visibility for launch.
Thanks for following the game so far, I hope you'll enjoy it!
The Forgettable Dungeon Beta - r1404
Features:
-- Dungeons now have mini bosses scattered around
-- Bombs are now more powerful, limited item, always mapped to a specific button
-- terrain in dungeons is now much more malleable, can be altered via bombs, pickaxe, and hazards
-- Dungeons now are more varied with each having a different flow
-- The 3 starter dungeons now each have their own alternate theme
-- There are 3 new bosses
-- added .info file option for add-on sprites, you can now edit width, rotate, depthForward, and destroyPercent options in file.
see example in Add-Ons/modelName.info, requires to be named same as sprite: spriteName.info
Changes:
-- Ice world is now more unique than other dungeons, surrounded by pits
-- camera is now more dynamic to accommodate destructible environments
-- Shops are now more varied and useful
Bug Fixes:
-- fixed case where you couldn't open steam workshop character in editor
-- when editing workshop files sprites from old version are now correctly selected
-- fixed case where 3D Guidebook would sometimes rotate out of control when dragged too far
-- fixed case where jetpack wouldn't work if gold was collected during jetpack
-- fixed case where falling into a pit immediately at spawn would cause you to fall infinitely
The Forgettable Dungeon Beta - r1374
Features:
-- Added ability to submit statue for "Statue Backer Tiers"
-- New button remapping and presets for controllers
-- New final boss
-- Improved general framerate
-- added new bonus rooms to dungeon
-- added new dungeon layout variations
-- added more item puzzle rooms
-- xInput controllers are now supported
-- added rumble support
-- New secret boss(s)
-- New secret area(s)
-- New enemies
Changes:
-- changed game cursor sprite
-- reflections now render properly if real object is out of view
-- fixed case where bosses wouldn't show reflection properly due to size
-- improved hit detection on angled projectile shots
Bug Fixes:
-- fixed crash on exit bug
-- fixed case where door would open from wrong side
-- fixed rare case of dungeon room not rendering properly, and reading from null data, possibly causing crash
The Forgettable Dungeon Beta -r1226 Overworld overhaul, lock/key doors, ghosts
Note: these patch notes are for the past few versions before PAX as well, as those had to be released quickly
Features:
-- overhauled overworld textures
-- overworld now has detail ridges by floor spaces that meet with water
-- dungeons now have lock/key doors, as well as puzzle doors
-- you can now be revived when killed for a period of time
-- you now become a ghost after being dead for a set period of time
-- added tooltips to character editor
-- added default set of binds for keyboard controls in rebind menu
Changes:
-- character editor now asks for confirmation for destructive actions
-- character editor now prompts you to save when hitting back
-- stacked yellow enemy now randomly hops in a direction when broken apart
-- improved bomb explosion effect
Bug fixes:
-- fixed case where you'd be locked inside a room unable to leave
-- fixed edge case where dungeon would generate slightly out of bounds with no valid monsters, allowing chance to be locked in room
The Forgettable Dungeon Beta - r1194 Performance, combat & dungeon tweaks.
Features:
-- greatly increased framerate by splitting the world into more optimal chunks
-- bosses and monsters now push you back as you attack them
-- dungeon paths are now more interesting and varied
-- improved network efficiency when sending strings
Changes:
-- staffs can now be stored in inventory
-- many textures are now sent in a more optimal way over network
-- blindness potion now blinds more
-- you no longer bounce off walls when doing a stab attack
Bug fixes:
-- added missing locked ice door
-- fixed some floor tiles not having proper pit walls
-- fixed case where getting killed by fall damage said you were killed by 0
-- fixed rare case of water rendering overflowing a value, and causing crashing
-- fixed crash where game would render faster than object was cleared, leaving a NULL object that is referenced
-- improved camera shake at higher framerates
-- fixed case where boss key/important items would be destroyed by boulder
-- fixed map not clearing on dungeon change
-- fixed objects fading into a pit, when in water
-- greatly reduced crashing on exit of game
-- fixed placement of cobwebs
-- fixed direction of spike traps blades in woods
-- transition now works correctly from overworld
-- restructured dungeon path generation to hopefully prevent stuck areas