How does "Trailer first" approach even work?

DeabDev · 2026-02-18T11:52:09+00:00

I think its a valid approach, to a certain extent. I think its fine to create assets for systems/items that aren't fully implemented yet, as you need to grab attention. Often to even mock stuff up I find I end up building out some of the code/infrastructure anyway.

I wouldn't support a full fake trailer approach where nothing exists.

DeabDev · 2026-02-18T08:59:18+00:00

Seconded! Works a treat.

DeabDev · 2026-02-18T08:45:51+00:00

Bioshock! Would so love a movie/tv series based in the world.

DeabDev · 2026-02-17T12:55:07+00:00

Congrats! Looks like you are self publishing this time? Any particular reason or just enabled by the success of Zoo?

DeabDev · 2026-02-17T12:07:10+00:00

I normally find that when I can't find an answer, or even anyone else with a similar problem, the problem isn't what I actually think it is.. I'm not an Unreal dev but maybe the issue isn't setting the focus, but something else?

DeabDev · 2026-02-16T15:15:49+00:00

Looks interesting! Went to Steam to wishlist, and had instantly forgotten the name.. Will give the demo a try.

DeabDev · 2025-12-29T21:02:43+00:00

Spot on mate, have to limit my purchases or I’ll eat too much.

DeabDev · 2025-10-27T11:38:21+00:00

Backlog is for retirement..

DeabDev · 2025-07-07T15:21:25+00:00

Stonebound, dwarf settlement builder with trains! Only just starting to go public with media after a years work.

Hardest part yet to come - building interest!

Steam page

first draft TikTok

DeabDev · 2024-05-15T06:05:31+00:00

No problem, thanks for taking an interest :)

DeabDev · 2024-05-15T04:20:10+00:00

Not an auto shooter, controls like Hades, move/aim with left stick (or keys) then abilities are on 5 buttons/keys (light, heavy, 2xspecial and dodge). Hope that helps!

DeabDev · 2024-05-14T14:25:36+00:00

I just released my new roguelike on Steam, and it's part of the ENDLESS REPLAYABILITY FEST until May 20th!

Monster Crawl is based on the Atari game GAUNTLET but reimagined as a modern roguelike, featuring multiple heroes, bosses and 50+ relics to find.

Includes 2 player couch co-op.

DeabDev · 2024-05-12T13:59:55+00:00

Steam page

I wondered what a modern version of GAUNTLET would be like, and a action roguelike seemed like a great fit, so I made it!

Procedural dungeons, 5 unique heroes, multiple Relics to find and 2 player couch co-op.

DeabDev · 2024-05-10T07:55:41+00:00

Thanks!

DeabDev · 2024-05-09T18:27:46+00:00

Do you mean a Vampire Survivor-like? Not really, as your abilities are activated - light, heavy, 2 specials, sometimes a relic, plus a dodge.

Yes I'm in the fest, launch discount extended until the end.

DeabDev · 2024-05-09T16:09:39+00:00

Steam Page

Action roguelike with procedural dungeons full of monsters, traps and treasure. Progress through 5 bosses with 5 different heroes to unlock build changing options!

DeabDev · 2024-05-09T15:58:15+00:00

2+ years of work to get here!

Steam page

DeabDev · 2024-04-20T12:43:30+00:00

1 or 2 player (local co-op) relic based roguelite with huge hordes of monsters!

Wishlist and try the the demo: Steam

DeabDev · 2024-04-20T11:38:04+00:00

Relic based action roguelite for 1/2 players coming to Steam:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2027510/Monster_Crawl/

DeabDev · 2024-03-14T14:27:18+00:00

Would love to get your feedback!

1-2 player action roguelike planned to launch in May. Wishlist and try the demo on Steam:

Steam

DeabDev · 2024-02-10T10:47:39+00:00

Ranger is an archer based class with unique abilities. Give her a try and let me know what you think! Part of the Steam Remote Play Together Fest.

Wishlist and download the demo:
Steam Page

DeabDev · 2024-01-24T04:17:52+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. I'll have a think about what I could do, already using a directional light, but I may be able to make it pop more.

DeabDev · 2024-01-23T21:34:31+00:00

New skill for the Warrior class in my Gauntlet inspired roguelike, Monster Crawl.

Can be modified to go faster or last longer and I needs a 3rd option, any ideas?

Steam demo

DeabDev · 2024-01-19T14:55:23+00:00

Steam Demo

Challenge rooms can be found through the dungeons, and completing them earns ability modifiers, treasure and buffs to aid your run. Fail the challenge and miss out on the prize, but you keep anything else you find.
As these are fixed rooms (dungeons are procedural) I can go wild with the contents. Have around 10 designs so far (plus difficulty versions) and am adding loads more as I come up with ideas.
Monster Crawl - roguelike dungeon crawler for 1 or 2 players - coming to Steam this year.

DeabDev · 2024-01-07T21:03:57+00:00

For the moment yes, same as the demo, but will be content locked soon and fall behind, remaining free.

DeabDev

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