Overview

This is a semi-updated thread with some information for people new to this category.

What is this category?

During the early stages of the development of a new game, its topics and progress are being posted to this category as a means to bootstrap a community around it. I am the only person working on it at this time.

Overview of Concept

Explore a procedurally generated world embodied with the elements of Fire, Water and Earth. The world is brought to life by a pixel physics engine and its focus on magic. Arrange your arsenal of spells to fight bosses, explore various biomes and steal the most powerful spells of magic from its protectors.

Supported Platforms: PC (Windows / Linux)

  • Single-player
  • Online Co-op
  • Full Controller Support
Minimum Requirements

Minimum System Requirements:

  • CPU: 2.7 GHz Dual Core
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • VRAM: 512 MB

At minimum system requirements, you should be able to run at:

  • 1080p @ 30 FPS
Recommended Requirements

Recommended System Requirements:

  • CPU: 3.5 GHz Quad Core
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Dedicated Graphics
  • VRAM: 512 MB

At recommended system requirements, you should be able to run at:

  • 1440p @ 120 FPS

Note that the game is CPU heavy due to the pixel physics engine.

Concept

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And then I accidentally left clicked:

Falling Sand Engine / Pixel Physics Engine

To inject chaos and to increase the sandbox nature of the game we have a falling sand engine:
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This means that by exploring the world, you may find a variety of events happening around you. Explosions and fires from spells and objects in the world can start a chain reaction of things happening, to the detriment of yourself or your enemies.

Base Building

The world is built out of blocks which are mineable and placeable. Build up a base with a wide variety of crafting stations and furniture:

Weapons and Combat

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Transcend traditional weaponry. In this game, you’ll wield powerful spells instead of swords or guns, unleashing a diverse array of effects that go beyond mere mimicry of conventional arms. Transform punches into fiery blasts and dashes into blazing trails.

Master the art of elemental magic by harnessing the power of Fire, Water/Ice, and Earth/Nature. Each element offers unique abilities and strategic advantages, allowing you to dominate your enemies in your own style.

Exploration

Brave the unknown depths below in a variety of caves and explore different biomes each wielding their own form of treasure and danger. Overcome the treacherous terrain and fight formidable elemental creatures to fully unlock the power of your elemental magic.

Bosses and Progession

Gear up and prepare yourself for challenging boss battles against the powerful avatars of each element. Conquer these formidable foes to gain unparalleled elemental power. Study their unique patterns and moves to outmanoeuvre and overpower them in your quest to defeat and gain the power of the ultimate challenger.

For an added challenge, seek out and defeat the mini-bosses lurking within each biome. Overcoming these adversaries will reward you with powerful new spells and abilities, further expanding your magical arsenal.

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