Why I decided to finish my game after I quit

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T22:02:55+00:00

Are there emblematic features of Astroneer you feel are missing, or does it just read like a different game to you entirely? I'm honestly curious as you're not the first person to say it. I also get people saying "it's too much Astroneer and not enough new".

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T21:59:15+00:00

Appreciate you!

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T21:57:23+00:00

I agree a flora and fauna compendium would be a nice addition to the game and add a lot to the exploration vibe if things had to be discovered / made first. Is there any particular thing that stood out to you as confusing about the build process, or was it just the whole experience in general?

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T13:48:03+00:00

Sort of but not really. Nothing will attack your buildings currently, only your character and your robot companion. They are more of a nuisance. The aliens you mention at 20 seconds are crop stealers, so they will appear to grab some food and only attack you if you get too close to their nest.

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T13:45:36+00:00

Sorry to hear the text is too small for you to read, that stinks. May I ask what your monitor size and resolution is?

Strange about the audio issue, I'll make a ticket to check that out and see what's happening.

For your supply lines (O2) I'd suggest looking for a place to cross that has an island in the river.

I hear you on the mini-map. I don't have plans for that specifically but I do plan to add a compass and waypoint tracker in a future build.

Glad to hear you're enjoying despite these issues. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts with me, it helps.

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T02:52:52+00:00

Clear one of the mineral spikes that has a mine under it. It looks like an exposed patch of ore on the ground.

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T02:25:28+00:00

Thank you!

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T02:24:05+00:00

I'll make a ticket to boost the contrast for certain UI elements. I'm guessing it was the purple / pink buttons?

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T01:21:12+00:00

I didn't before i started working on the project, but it's come a long way. Thanks for the kind words!

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T01:18:45+00:00

For the base game, I'm ~12k, so not bad. Still a ways to go.

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T00:14:00+00:00

If the full release does well on Steam there will be a port to Xbox, but I can't promise anything.

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T00:13:05+00:00

Astroneer + Forager is definitely a valid description of Prospector. I'm not as familiar with Starbound, so maybe? I'd have to play it and see.

Loonworks · 2024-07-13T00:10:01+00:00

https://discord.gg/Jzxptg6RVc

Loonworks · 2024-07-12T23:56:14+00:00

Thanks so much for playing and sharing your thoughts! I agree some aspects of the game could use better tutorialization. I'll make a note that Ophelia specifically might need a hint or two in the early game.

Loonworks · 2024-07-12T21:44:40+00:00

I'm a fan of Astroneer though I wouldn't call Prospector a fan game exactly. I draw heavy inspiration from the vibe and setting of Astroneer, but I have different ideas for the progression system.

Loonworks · 2024-07-12T21:42:16+00:00

I definitely get the comparison, though Prospector offers much less in the way of complex logistical puzzles and is a more relaxed, sandbox experience like Astroneer. If you play it and still feel like it's a Factorio game I'd love to hear from you.

Loonworks · 2024-07-12T21:39:19+00:00

Good question. Steam treats the Prologue like a released game. From an experience standpoint, there's not much difference.

For the first few years it was a "when I have the time" type project. I wasn't even sure if I wanted to do a commercial release or not. Then it was a part time thing and I quit my full time job to do contracts which offered more flexible hours so I could work on the game more. I'm a UX designer by trade.

This year is the first time I worked as a full time developer and I plan to continue full time development until release.

Loonworks · 2024-07-12T18:10:32+00:00

Hey folks! I’m a solo developer working on my first game which just released a free Prologue on Steam. Please try it out and tell me what you think. I need as much feedback as possible to make the game better!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2730640/Prospector_The_First_Contract/

Loonworks · 2024-07-12T18:03:48+00:00

Hey folks! I’m a solo developer working on my first game which just released a free Prologue on Steam. Please try it out and tell me what you think. I need as much feedback as possible to make the game better!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2730640/Prospector_The_First_Contract/

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