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Genre: Strategy

Yaengard

Hotfix Update 3
Hotfixed inventory glitch that would break Ui until restarting game.

Update 3: Melee Engagement & Player Feedback

  • Added new status effect mechanic: Engaged.
  • Added gameplay tips on the travel map!
  • Added on-hover tooltip for stamina to improve clarity!
  • Removed some clutter in some ability descriptions.
  • Fixed a set of perks to work as intended!
  • Updated icons into better versions.
  • Updated camera movement & player positions on the gravesite encounter.
  • Fixed two epic abilities so they function as intended
  • Added icons so it’s easier to change the names of your PCs.
  • Removed looting exploit.
  • Pragmatic Combat 2 Perk now does what it says!
  • Improved descriptions and mechanics of a set of abilities.
  • Fixed all reported typos.
  • Improved text popups to be less cluttered.
  • Improved Ui for isolated & crowded status effects to make combats easier to read.
  • Fixed darkness while underground in Act 1 Main quest if you skip the dialogue.
  • Saving indicator will not break anymore.
  • Epic ability “Become Storm” now works as intended.
  • Swords & Maces are now Martial weapons, not marital (Even if they make great wedding gifts!)
  • Fixed bug where your equipment would try to escape.
  • Fixed multiple Ui bugs in the character sheet window.
  • Fixed visual bug that causes the wrong ability to be used when combined with walking.


Update 3: Engaging Enemies & Player Feedback

Thank You!



Before we get to the update - we just want to thank you!
Thank you for playing Yaengard, reading this article, and being a part of the adventure!
So far we have gotten wonderful feedback and response from you, and we're so excited to continue working on new additions to the game!



Update 3


Build 22-05-09 Update 3


  • Added new status effect mechanic: Engaged.
  • Added gameplay tips on the travel map!
  • Added on-hover tooltip for stamina to improve clarity!
  • Removed some clutter in some ability descriptions.
  • Fixed a set of perks to work as intended!
  • Updated icons into better versions.
  • Updated camera movement & player positions on the gravesite encounter.
  • Fixed two epic abilities so they function as intended
  • Added icons so it’s easier to change the names of your PCs.
  • Removed looting exploit.
  • Pragmatic Combat 2 Perk now does what it says!
  • Improved descriptions and mechanics of a set of abilities.
  • Fixed all reported typos.
  • Improved text popups to be less cluttered.
  • Improved Ui for isolated & crowded status effects to make combats easier to read.
  • Fixed darkness while underground in Act 1 Main quest if you skip the dialogue.
  • Saving indicator will not break anymore.
  • Epic ability “Become Storm” now works as intended.
  • Swords & Maces are now Martial weapons, not marital (Even if they make great wedding gifts!)
  • Fixed bug where your equipment would try to escape.
  • Fixed multiple Ui bugs in the character sheet window.
  • Fixed visual bug that causes the wrong ability to be used when combined with walking.



New Mechanic: Engaged.


One of the most frequent requests we have gotten (first time from Splattercat's excellent video) is mechanical engagement. For your tanky melee characters to be able to protect their allies, they need a way to assert control of the battlefield. Therefore, we have added engagement to all characters dealing damage in melee!

When you deal damage to an enemy in your tile, they will now become engaged with you.
If they would attempt to leave, you’ll get a reaction attack. We had drafted on such a mechanic and it has been the #1 requested feature, giving the player more control over the flow of combat! Each player character starts with this ability.



Ending


We have a cartload of wonderful ideas and crazy mechanics that we're trying, building, and playing with behind the scenes. If you're interested in becoming a part of Yaengard's development, we're always in the Yaengard discord!

Just curious about what's being built? Read the previous article on the plans ahead!



Thanks for everything, and hope you're as hyped as we are for the future!

Adventure onwards,
Will, Designer of Yaengard

Talk to us on Discord: https://discord.gg/MS2Zst3XJP
Website (FAQ): https://planeshiftinteractive.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Planeshifters
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planeshifters
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYTCoBZ6lrpBUD3eE9gF2w
Presskit: https://planeshiftinteractive.com/press/

Player-Feedback Patch: Fixes & Improvements

Changelog


- Improved sound effects on-hit.
- Added multiple hover-tooltips so you don't have to remember as much.
- Multiple optimization fixes for certain encounter locations!
- Updated tutorial popups to be easier to understand!
- Minor ability and loot-drop tweaks!
- Typos fixed

We're planning to push a ton of polishing and updates in the coming days as things are caught and found! If you would like to help, we are always happily sitting in the discord to discuss, take feedback, or fix issues you encounter!

The Future



All that aside; check out the previous announcement to learn about the new features we're planning to build now after release!



If you join the discord, you can become a part of shaping the future of this awesome RPG!



Other than that, adventure onwards and I hope you enjoy the journey towards Yaengard, just like the thousand other adventurers who have waited for so long!

Let your adventure continue,
Will

Talk to us on Discord: https://discord.gg/MS2Zst3XJP
Website (FAQ): https://planeshiftinteractive.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Planeshifters
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planeshifters
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYTCoBZ6lrpBUD3eE9gF2w
Presskit: https://planeshiftinteractive.com/press/

Day 0 Player Feedback Patch
- Improved sound effects on-hit.
- Added multiple hover-tooltips so you don't have to remember as much.
- Multiple optimization fixes for certain encounter locations!
- Updated tutorial popups to be easier to understand!
- Minor ability and loot-drop tweaks!
- Typos fixed

ROADMAP - Yaengard's updates after release
One of the hardest things about making an indie game is prioritization. You're in a natural state of a billion ideas, each one more daring than what a AAA studio would take a risk on. But on the other hand, resources are scarce - time being the most costly one.

We have so many ideas that had to be skipped, postponed, or changed to be able to make the amazing game that is now nearly here. But then, with no further ado, I present to you our plans for after May 5th!



New Encounters


In development, we were always worried about encounter density. We wanted each adventure to feel different and varied - which I do think we achieved. However, in brainstorming, we have SO MANY crazy ideas for encounters that we would love to put into play. More legendary challenges, rare enemies, rare bosses/elites, better shopkeepers, complex skill challenges, and much more!

We plan to bring these encounters for you to find after release!

Loot & Abilities


At its core, Yaengard is a looter game. It's all about looting, and then building your dream-party with the loot you find, adapting to your drops. We really love the idea that you could find a rare item that CHANGES EVERYTHING, then build your team around that.

Yaengard absolutely has that now, but we'd like to double down on it. THEN DOUBLE DOWN AGAIN.

New Game + | Unspoken Modes


When playing a game over and over you become very knowledgable - and when the playtesters then join the game is HARD. Yaengard is very deep in strategy, and a new player may struggle where seasoned players triumph. So we have planned to add an ascension mode, giving new unique challenges to players who already beat the base game. New mechanics, challenges, and limitations in multiple challenge-new-game-+ modes!

Ranged Weapons!


We always wanted to have physical ranged weapons in Yaengard - right now, it's just brimming with arcane power - but as we currently have a 1-handed weapon design, there aren't that many paths to go. Javelins? Darts? Throwing stones? Slings? There aren't that many ranged weapons one uses with one hand. But, we have landed on hand crossbows - classic D&D rogue weapon. Crossbows will be built around Agility and Talent, utilizing the focus mechanically. Crossbows will add an entirely new set of abilities, new loot to find, and most excitingly: 6 new classes to the game for you to find ways to break!

Honorable Mentions


We have said in the past that we'd love to look into other platforms, consoles, and other "meta" updates to the game. These major projects can be really tough, filled with uncertainty. That said, we are still looking into all of them and still hope to deliver that too!

Of course, we'll also provide all types of bug fixes, balancing tweaks, and take player suggestions!
We are an indie studio after all - we support our community & game!

Thank you for being interested in Yaengard - we're just RPG nerds just like you making our ambitious dream RPG!

Adventure onwards,
Will


Talk to us on Discord: https://discord.gg/MS2Zst3XJP
Website (FAQ): https://planeshiftinteractive.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Planeshifters
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planeshifters
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYTCoBZ6lrpBUD3eE9gF2w
Presskit: https://planeshiftinteractive.com/press/

OFFICIAL RELEASE TRAILER
The last year has been quite the journey for us at Planeshift - but your journey is just beginning.

We always wanted a game that takes build-design from Path of Exile, combos from Slay the Spire, a combat system like Divinity, and put personality traits like in TTRPGs (like D&D) in the center of it. After over a year of full-time development, Yaengard is getting really close: The release date is May 5th.

Presenting to you, the official launch trailer for Yaengard 1.0:

Official Launch Trailer




Stay tuned, for information about content updates, future plans, & much more is coming your way!

About Yaengard



Who will you become to triumph? A turn-based RPG where your personality traits change your powers and proficiencies. Combine personality traits, rare weapons, and 20+ classes into endless team compositions; combos & builds are the keys to surviving your long journey towards Yaengard.

Yaengard is a turn-based party RPG, inspired by classic TTRPG's such as Dungeons & Dragons. In Yaengard, the personalities of your adventurers change everything -- from their powers to the choices they can make. Design your builds and combos with the endless rare items you find, the classes you’ll embody, and the personalities you gain!

Links


Talk to us on Discord: https://discord.gg/MS2Zst3XJP
Website (FAQ): https://planeshiftinteractive.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Planeshifters
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planeshifters
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYTCoBZ6lrpBUD3eE9gF2w
Presskit: https://planeshiftinteractive.com/index.php/yaengard-presskit/

YAENGARD TEASER: RELEASE DATE ANNOUNCED
The wait has been long, but your journey approaches...

Do you peasants really think you have it in you?

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Yaengard is a tabletop-like strategic RPG, bringing the excitement of dice-RPG:s into a digital roguelike adventure. Evolve your party of villagers into heroes by making challenging decisions, building their personalities, and forging unique combinations of powers.


Website: https://planeshiftinteractive.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYTCoBZ6lrpBUD3eE9gF2w
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Planeshifters
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planeshiftinteractive
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planeshifters/


Planeshift Interactive - New worlds, meaningful decisions, & strategic fun!
Learn more at https://planeshiftinteractive.com/

THESE ARE THE TOP 37 NEW FEATURES!
Greeting adventurers!

There will be a longer casual update video coming your way, but most of you just want to know what is happening with the game. So instead of rambling here, let me show you what has been happening.

Yaengard has changed massively since the last update. We have been at it hard changing things everywhere for the better. Most of all, we have been building out content for you to explore and enjoy on release.

All the information you need can be found right here, right now:

  • An overview of what Yaengard is
  • All the new features


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Soon, there will be a more casual talk-video of how things are going behind the scenes (great!). Stay tuned. Follow us on twitter, wishlist Yaengard on steam, or join the discord to be notified.

Make sure you miss NOTHING!


If you have questions we highly recommend checking out the FAQ (https://planeshiftinteractive.com/) or asking us directly on discord (https://discord.gg/MS2Zst3XJP). Other than that, here are the resources we do have!

Website (FAQ): https://planeshiftinteractive.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Planeshifters
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planeshifters
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYTCoBZ6lrpBUD3eE9gF2w
Presskit: https://planeshiftinteractive.com/index.php/yaengard-presskit/

Remember, the best thing you can do is to Wishlist the game right here in the sidebar!



Thank you eternally for being a part of Yaengard.
We can't thank you enough.

Until next time,
Will


What's New?

Greetings Adventurer!


We are working hard on the game -- the progress is massive. We decided to make a quick update for you, listening to what has been built!

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Roadmap for the Near Future



  • Act 2 Abilities, Enemies, & Encounters
  • Act 2 Equipment, Perks, & World
  • Act 1 Boss Fight
  • Act 2 Main Quest
  • Act 2 Boss Fight (EPIC)
  • Post Act 2


We know how we'd like the finale of the game to look, but it is still under construction. Most of the content and tech is built for the finished product of the game, so the final stretch will move quite fast!

As the bosses are finished, the game will be fully playable -- therefore, our hunt for playtesters will begin. If that interests you, we'll pick our playtesters from our discord (https://discord.gg/MS2Zst3XJP)!

Make sure you miss NOTHING!


If you have questions we highly recommend checking out the FAQ (https://planeshiftinteractive.com/) or asking us directly on discord (https://discord.gg/MS2Zst3XJP). Other than that, here are the resources we do have!

Website (FAQ): https://planeshiftinteractive.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Planeshifters
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planeshifters
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYTCoBZ6lrpBUD3eE9gF2w
Presskit: https://planeshiftinteractive.com/index.php/yaengard-presskit/

Remember, the best thing you can do is to Wishlist the game right here in the sidebar!



Thank you eternally for being a part of Yaengard.
We can't thank you enough.

Until next time,
Will
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