Abaddon's Reach (Steam Age Fantasy DEMO)

https://cogdemos.ink/go/7883

A link to the prologue and the start of the journey of my choice game. Looking for feedback and playtesting. :slight_smile:

Includes:

*A unique world with its own lore and added lore books you can use to dig further into it (If you wish, the first lore book is available after the prologue).

*Various ways to build your character and decide how they act; a relationship and a personality system, reputation, choose what type of magical mutation you have, special innate traits, 11 from which to choose from (they affect story and dialogue) etc.

*3 unique paths/endings, including an evil path.

*3 Romance options, all of which are your companions. Fling options will also be available.

Let me know what you think below, or add any suggestions you may have!

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To be honest it’s very interesting and I like it

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Could you add an option to remove the sound effects?

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So far I think is very interesting and I can’t wait to read more. I really like the sound effects in the story I think it makes it more immersive. Though if possible I do think there should be a toggle for those that don’t.

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Sure. The option to toggle off all sounds and music is now in the “settings” screen which you can find in ‘stats’.

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I liked the story so far. It has a few spelling mistakes so I’d recommend going over those in editing. Furthermore, the “portrait” we’re given in the beginning is not really visible, it’s hidden behind a bunch of stat bars so I suggest you look into that as well. Overall I like the potential, keep up the good work.

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Change note: I now made it so you can disable all sounds and music before the start of the game rather then having the option in the stat screen (The reason is that it’s harder to find + it wasn’t working ideally, with running tracks still running, only stopping the waves of new ones).

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Are you using a mobile device or something other then pc, or anything else you could tell me that could be causing the portrait issue?

Because for me, it works fine; - the portrait is on the right side while stats are on the left, nothing is overlapping.

Yeah I’m using my phone guess that shrinks the amount of space on the stat page. Unfortunately it’s not letting me share the screenshot I took

It’s okay. I checked and fixed it; - the portrait should be on the very top now instead of the right side. Now looking fine on a mobile device as well. Thanks for bringing forth the issue.

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Main characters of any sex are romancable for the following companions:

Uroš:

(Male)

A lighthearted hunter from a human clan he claims was contaminated by a non-spreading infection that alters their appearance.

He takes things easy, likes to crack a joke, and is friendly although somewhat distant. You have a sense that he’s keeping something important from you.

Will you let him stay once it’s out in the open?

Emerald:

(Asex)

A modest, naive ‘holy child’, raised at Bhau’s temple. They are known for their benevolence and passionate idealism. Will you break down their passion, or find your own hope within it?

Katja:

(Female)

A loud, sociable, seductive human from Uroš’s clan. She is best known for her extroversion and confident, whimsical attitude.

Will you break her into submission, work with her as she is, or show her a better path?

Other, non-romanceable companions:

Hereward:

(Male)

He used to be a hermit, though he rambles on so much, you’d scarcely believe it.

He is known for being a pushover and a coward, though he is great with various machinery. Will you bring out the best in each other throughout the story?

He can be your mentor. And you can be his will and inspiration. Or you can have him as your hopeless slave of sorts. The choices are yours to make, without my judgment.

Extra, sharing one of the possible flings….

Prince Eugine:

(Male)

The true behind-the-scenes ruler of Saigon’s civilised lands. He seems modest, though he reeks of cunning and ambition.

Will you help him advance his plan, dismiss or betray him?

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I think you should write summary what is the story about, i think that will make people get more curious to your story and you got new readers

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It’s in the CoGDemos but not visible from this link; - You were born at an age of steam and magic at which point the ‘gods’ were denounced. Mysteries regarding your birth are yet to be revealed, as is your true potential…Will you use your powers for good, or follow a more sinister path? RATED M.

It’s about a hero’s - or a villain’s - journey of self-discovery (building up from 0 pretty much). Adventuring with companions who you can influence and romance - if you wish - discovering the world’s history, politics, ‘gods’ and their fall from grace story, playing a role in how things work out in the end. Defeating (or becoming) a threat of this dark high fantasy, steam age world, eventually.

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I think you should put this on the beginning of your threads At your first post so people can see this

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I would, but not allowed to edit apparently. I think I’ll add it to the game itself for the people who follow the direct link. :slightly_smiling_face:

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Could be trust levels? @ the moderators on here or privately to make your first post a wiki. It should give you more edits.

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Its trust levels in the forum which you will eventually reach not sure if its can make your wip a wiki. Yet if you want I can edit your opening post just let me know what exactly you want added. :grinning_face:

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Thank you! I’d like to add the summary to the top of it:
You were born at an age of steam and magic at which point the ‘gods’ were denounced. Mysteries regarding your birth are yet to be revealed, as is your true potential…Will you use your powers for good, or follow a more sinister path? RATED M.

–By the way, is adding images also behind a trust system?

Yeah if memory serves its also a trust thing though I could be mistaken. Hmmm that’s weird when I go to edit the post it comes up as history and bot offering me a option to edit in the small blurb you were wanting added.

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Yeah, it’s what happens to me as well.