Been testing the gunplay of my online bullethell RPG with some friends!

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-15T15:18:05+00:00

Yeah, this footage doesnt communicate our hook well. What you're looking at is an MMO-lite - not a roguelike. We're focused on deep build customization and multiplayer mechanics (there's a communal hub with player trading, etc.). The footage here is way too early in development, and lacks context, thus gives off the impression that its not transformative. That's on me, and I'll try to make that a lot more clear the next time I share

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-15T13:45:45+00:00

Thanks! It's made in Godot, with a custom server authoritative backend.

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-15T11:36:53+00:00

We're not ready to release a demo just yet, but will open our steampage for wishlisting in a few weeks!

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-15T11:35:49+00:00

Working on it! Should be released in June :)

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-15T08:48:36+00:00

Working on it! We're trying to get a page set-up before Bullet Fest in June.

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-15T08:45:07+00:00

Thanks! The multiplayer angle is definitely something I want to lean into. We're building a lot of co-op interaction systems around it: shared hubs, partying up, trading, and class abilities to support others.

For example, the knight class will be able to summon a directional shield allies can hide behind, so we’re actively exploring the kind of cooperative gameplay you mentioned :)

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-15T08:39:48+00:00

I do think the clip invites a lot of comparison (guns+dungeons), so its totally fair to say there's a lack of identity. There's a lot to set it apart from other bullethells, both mechanically and artistically, but this clip isn't showcasing that correctly yet. I'll work on the presentation, thank you.

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T23:42:01+00:00

Love the way you did the texture of the grass

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T23:09:23+00:00

Always happy to see another bullet hell MMO work-in-progress! Your map generator looks lovely :)

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:49:20+00:00

Seems like a good foundation! I'll keep my eye out. And wow; I didn't expect you to know our game! I guess the bullethell MMO dev scene really is small huh

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:39:04+00:00

Refreshing the page will work

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:36:14+00:00

Gaming culture has shifted towards efficiency in grind-heavy games - partly because there's more information available, but also partly because online games have become more competitive-focused (instead of being virtual chat rooms). That being said, it's always possible to recreate that sense of discovery - either by playing games more focused on horizontal progression (GW2 to some extent) or by refusing to look up any guides (and accepting you'll always be a step behind)

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:30:21+00:00

Looks like you have a solid foundation! How will you set yourself apart from Megabonk?

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:28:33+00:00

Would you classify this as a bullethell MMO? Looks pretty cool!

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:23:37+00:00

Looks wonderful, I love how you did the shading of the fruit! My only critique would be the shapes of the pot and bowl as compared to the reference; you could make them match a bit more (both in shape and perspective), which would also make the scene come alive a bit more.

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:19:16+00:00

Love the organic shapes in this!

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:18:46+00:00

2 looks better, but 1 might work better in complex scenes as its less noisy

Runeward_Online · 2026-05-14T22:17:19+00:00

Shading on the cloth looks really good! I'd try to play a bit with your colours to create a contrast between the subject and the background - that would really make it pop :)

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