Wavecade
Wavecade v1.3: Development in progress!
In v1.3 we are doing an overhaul on the customization system and updating UI and fonts throughout the game. We will allow players to 3D orbit the ship while customizing it, and give the player more options to choose from when selecting ships/propulsions/colors.
We are adding a 3-slot perks system which give the player enhancements that are permanent throughout the game. Stay tuned to find out what they are.
Other than that we are perfecting the gameplay and fixing bugs as well as improving the performance for the game.
Wavecade Update v1.1
New:
- Game mode: "All blocks have armour"
- Game mode: "No blocks shall pass"
- Ability: "Friendly Rockets"
- Ability: "Ring Shooter"
- Powerup: "Block Detector"
- Rank now visible in game
- Set a custom username
- Default backdrops
- Soundtrack by Altria
- Added destroy labels to boss nodes
- Ability videos in Customization > Abilities
Improved:
- Object pooling system
- Particle effects
- Laser node visual update
- Various UI improvements
- Collision boxes consistent with player meshes and bullets
- Player progression and levelling up
- Pitch bending mode. Configure in Settings > Audio
- Text animations
- XP requirements to level up
- Online player marker
- Nade explosion now matches with collision particles
- Block paths in bonus waves are more easily visible
- Upgradable save data from v1.0 to v1.1
- Main menu redesign
- Matchmaking flow redesigned
- Updated rank levels
Gameplay changes:
- Buffed charge shots
- In Arcade mode, you now won't lose a life on wave 1
- Chain reaction explosions now count to the score
- Nades now start fill at 0 on respawn
- Nerfed shield time
- Nerfed boss difficulty to not shoot as much
- Next level orb easier to get
- Increased default block spawn rate
- Laser hazards don't de-spawn on new waves
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Removed:
- News UI
Bug fixes:
- Next wave starts consistently
- Sounds from bosses now pause when the game is paused
- Blocks de-spawn correctly
- Fixed occasional soft-lock when closing the carnage report page after a game
- Ricochet colliders are reset correctly when powerup time runs out
- Standard bullets that were not overdrive now don't destroy hazards
- Applying settings now loads the correct visual/audio/gameplay settings
Wavecade v1.1 development complete!
There are now 2 new abilities which you can choose in your customization panel. Try find the one that is best for you.
We have overhauled the block spawning system which now recycles assets more efficiently. There have been visual and memory optimizations to achieve glorious framerates for all platforms.
The matchmaking section got some improvement where the game automatically searches for a room to join periodically. Once a valid room is found, the game will join that room.
We are looking for anyone who plays Wavecade to provide their feedback, what they liked or didn't like and post a review on the Steam page here. We will definitely be listening to your feedback and always looking to balance the game to make it even more fun for everyone.
A full changelog will be shown in the next announcement post when the date for it is confirmed. Hang in there!
Wavecade v1.1 In development
What we have worked on:
- Day 1 bug fixes
- Performance optimizations
- New content such as powerups and abilities
We are currently working on redesigning the UI and changing layouts of menus. We want to get this right so you can get into the game easier.
We will also make another announcement on the release date for the update.
We have a Nintendo Switch port of the game (out on August 1). If you have purchased the game on Steam and would like the Switch version as well, please email or DM the developer or subscribe on the Wavecade website here.
Then include your proof of your Steam purchase, and we will send you a free Switch key to redeem on the Nintendo e-shop!
See you in the next post! Bye!
Wavecade for Steam releasing this Monday!
I'd like to thank everyone who is currently following the game and has it wish-listed <3. You lot are legends!
Some things to know about the release:
- If you want to buy the game, buy it within the first week since we have a 20% discount for it. In the mean time, please try out the demo and rate the game as it will help us a lot. Tell us what you think of the game and what you would like to see in the future.
- Since the game was hosted on Steam Next Fest in June 22, we did experience some issues regarding the matchmaking multiplayer. These issues are now fixed and there should be no delay when the next wave begins.
- Wavecade will be available on Nintendo Switch in the e-shop! Release date is not set yet as it is going through the submission procedure with the latest update and bug fixes. If you prefer to play your games on your Switch and on-the-go then this is perfect for you. I will post another announcement when you can get the game on Switch.
- There will be updates to the game once released, and of course bug fixes if or when they are reported. - There already is a v1.1 in the works with major improvements to the gameplay and new cool content such as powerups, abilities, and player customization.
- The game has more configurable visual options if the graphics are a little too eye-melting for you:
- Bloom intensity
- Distortion effects
- VHS/TV effects
- Sun shafts/God ray effects
- Anyone that would like to speedrun the game or attempt to beat the high scores please post your video attempts and share it to the Steam page or workshop if possible. I am also trying to get Wavecade on speedrun.com
Once again, thank you!
Let's Play Wavecade!
Wavecade is an arcade shooter where you control the speed of the game.
The current leading score will have their Steam ID enabled for double XP when the full game is released.
If you like this game, please leave a review. All is appreciated.
NEXT FEST JUNE 2022
Wavecade - Steam Next Fest
Watch or join the livestreams! Cheer on our high scorers.
If you like this game, please put it on your Wishlist! Really means a lot. Thanks and hope to see you there :)