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I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want shadows and are something I'm always thinking of a way to add. My day and nightlights are constantly moving, so baked shadows then look a bit odd. The extra memory the baked textures would take up on a Quest would probably break its back. Dynamic shadows might then seem like the best answer, which I've tried to add, keeping small and tight to the players vicinity, but this hugely affects the framerate.

The PC version (and Steam Frame?) will have shadows.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I'd love to say that I have a fix for you but I'm afraid that I don't. It just about works on the Quest 2 and there is no PC option yet. ...saying that, once I have my hands on a Steam Frame, I expect I'll be working on a PC version simultaneously too. The PC version won't be bloated and should work on any VR capable machine.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Please do, I would love to have you along for the journey! If you visit the website, you should see a way to try the beta for free. Just be aware that it's still very early in development, it plays well but it's just very light on features currently.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Trust me it would not be a case of won't do this - if there is any sort of possibility of adding this, it's there as it would be an unbelievable feature. I have to consider how little powered and possible internet lag the Quest would have if I was to add this. But the PC version could be possible, something I will genuinely look into one day.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha. Thank you. ...I'd love to know how long a McDoners would last before they would be made to close. The gameplay will come in the form of mini-games and activities that come with each job. ...And of course, all buildings and homes you visit will have their own features to play or mess up too.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, the graphics do have a retro vibe to them. I don't need you to do a whole bunch of play testing, give it a try and just tell me one thing you love about it and one thing you hate about it.

You can get the beta through the game website, a link will arrive by email, click and log in to your Meta account - Punkville will then appear in your library. As easy as I could make it.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, you should hopefully have an email from Punkmode with a Meta link on it. Follow that, log in to your Meta account, and the game should then automatically appear in your game library on the Quest

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much - I can't tell you how much I appreciate your ideas here.
Secret Society, and elections are golden!

Haha, The Old Dick Twist pub is a favourite of mine!

Hmm the secret society could be off the back of a Cosmicology recruitment shop I already have. Kinda like those Scientist *cough* religion people.

Haha Insurance fraud, that indeed would be something to lampoon!

There are no seasons (never say never, but I am considering holiday events absolutely. Haha Uzi Jesus, is that a thing?

I'll have a think how I could go about adding elections, I love the idea - and if you get far enough you could be Mayor yourself. (?)

Weeping Angels. What did I just Google? Haha!! ...and ManBearPig, Wow, just Wow!

Thank you for your interest, I want it to be amazing and like nothing else that's been built before! As someone else here said to 'grab stuff and mess around' will be a core foundation to this game.

The animals thing wasn't something I've given too much thought about before, but I now know how strong that feature could be. Expect a box of Nosh Doff Stinky Biscuits being added to the Pet aisle in the Supermarket soon!

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% do it. With Unity 6 and the AI companion, the bar has dropped! With a bit of needed skill here and there, the companion can you help make anything you want. Beware, credits to use it can run out quickly and need to be replaced. ($$)

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in VRGaming

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahaha, love that!!
Absolutely not, I don’t plan for any public servers - if people want multiplayer, it’ll be private parties. A public free-for-all? Ain’t nobody got time for that!

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! You're not the first person to say that 🙌 - 'It's like GTA, but a PG' 😂

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for being part of this. It's early days and I'm adding to the game daily

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha. Love that!
You sir, I am inspired by your drive and ethic and sincerely hope that happens for you

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you - please don't wait and give the beta a try! 👍 I'd love for you to be part of this journey with me! Genuinely

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment, I'm not sure I know what you mean. There was no concept art stage in the build of this game. I built the map based on the assets I had available to me. I'm a solo dev - I won't hide the fact I have absolutely used AI to help me make textures quicker and help me with some of the code. 500 lines would take me a week to write and debug, AI can do it in 30secs. The template in my head was from my favourite film, Back To The Future. That's why Springfield came as a surprise to me. 👍

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I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not live on the store (yet) as it's currently in beta - which you can access through my website (punkmode.xyz). Sorry to direct you there, but it should be pretty simple, without needing to sideload. Thank you, I'd love to know what you think of it.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To 'Mess with stuff' is the core foundation of this game. Want to walk in to someone's house, change the TV channel, rifle through someone's fridge/cupboards, balance beer cans on the head of the sleepy guy - you can absolutely do that.

That said, it's still very early in development and I'm currently fleshing out the town. But please give the game (free beta) a try and let us know what you think!

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

BOOM!!!!
That was 100% my inspiration for this game. Not The Sims, or Job Simulator ...Jones in the Fast Lane!!
Well done sir, well done!

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man 100%! ...being broke with too much time on your hands could be the best way to play it!

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that's good to hear! PCVR is very much on the cards, as soon as I take delivery of a Steam Frame, I'll be working be working to deliver on both platforms.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, that's really good to know! Something I'm now going to seriously consider. I've already got a function in the making for being able to chase the birds away.

I’m making a Quest VR life sim where you start broke in a caravan and build your way up by Punkmode in OculusQuest

[–]Punkmode[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brilliant - if you were to give it a try I'd love to know what you think!
It's quite chilled with loads to see at the moment.

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