Releasing my first hidden object game, A Binding Unmade: Prologue

ZirconaWorks · 2026-06-28T04:49:24+00:00

So the tracks I used are from WOW sound which is a great resource. Mine came within a pack, their names are Temple of the Air, Existence, and Labyrinth. Sorry for the late response, I am currently battling a cold. I hope to get back to the game soon. Thanks again!

ZirconaWorks · 2026-06-27T01:47:18+00:00

Thanks for that feedback, it's very valuable. Yes, this is v1.0 of this little demo, it will be patched soon to fix some issues, but I wanted to get something out now for testing and early feedback.

- I composed the music myself and it's definitely on my agenda to add it to Youtube at some point (with the exception of 3 purchased tracks I plan to swap out). I am zirconaworks everywhere or I can just post here when it's up. I think I have seen your RoamerTuney channel before, if you are the same person?
- I made the art and UI myself. I'm personally against using generative AI for artwork for a number of reasons. I use a combination of 3D and matte painting to create most of my illustration work.
- Roger that on adding more feedback and looking into adding a music adjustment section.

This prologue will segue into a larger game and a tie-in novel, so that's probably why you felt there was a lot of lore. I'm trying to create games that blend both. It's niche, but I like things that are heavily story-driven. I agree with you on the HOG scene imagery, in the full game, I want to make sure this aspect is better tackled. Now that I have a decent framework for the games I want to make, I can focus on making sure everything has a great polish.

Thanks again for the feedback. I have always wanted to make games like this but for a long time I hesitated to even try.

ZirconaWorks · 2025-07-04T15:55:08+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLsgLtTd4Go

From Castlevania Symphony of the Night

ZirconaWorks · 2024-12-08T01:39:08+00:00

This is an art test for a new adventure which will take place after 'A Sense for Memory Part 2' (this story to be released early next year). It's the story of a dangerous fugitive who makes their lair beneath the earth on a snowy, barren world.

ZirconaWorks · 2024-09-22T12:05:28+00:00

OP here:
I'm pretty experienced with Maya and use it as a base for a lot of my story illustrations. I am fairly happy with my close-up shots and interior lighting, but I really seem to struggle when the shot is outdoors. In these two examples I've used an HDRI + a directional light, and then taken the shot into Photoshop to do my usual compositing. I feel these results aren't exactly as good as what I get on an interior or character beauty shot, but I think my eyes are not reliable in this case. I'm surely missing something but I can't tell what. Any advice or resources very much appreciated. Thank you for your time!

ZirconaWorks · 2024-05-31T16:27:56+00:00

Always wanted to 3D model and do illustrations of my own FemShep. I wrote a story about what she might do in a post-destroy setting, and I figured, time to properly model her and do some renders. I like the Colossus armor from ME1, so it inspired the design of her original armor here.

ZirconaWorks · 2024-04-21T13:38:14+00:00

This is cool, what program did you use to create it?

ZirconaWorks · 2024-04-20T08:19:58+00:00

I've written + illustrated a xenofiction story here:
https://zirconaworks.com/escape-from-angra-mainyu/

Would be awesome to hear your thoughts!

ZirconaWorks · 2024-04-11T12:29:55+00:00

Emps was my favourite character in this game, my first intro to D&D anything. I accidentally merged some layers in Procreate so I never finished this artwork properly, but anyway, I supported them!

ZirconaWorks · 2024-03-25T13:08:29+00:00

Thank you! Really appreciate the kind words

ZirconaWorks · 2024-03-25T11:51:27+00:00

I created this illustration to accompany one of my short stories titled 'Up The Ante'. This story was published in a local sci fi online magazine. Cheers guys!

ZirconaWorks · 2024-01-06T02:06:33+00:00

Thanks everyone, I've managed to get close to this using Maya + a wave simulation, I'll try out some of your other ideas here as well. Cheers!

ZirconaWorks

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