Echoes of the Abyss – Devlog 2

Devlog Update - October 4, 2024

1. Font Integration

   - Integrated Roboto and Orbitron as main fonts for the project, resolving errors related to missing font files.

   - Fonts will now be used for titles, dialogues, and body text.

2. Star Wars-Style Opening Crawl

   - Implemented an animated scroll-up sequence for the game’s opening, similar to the Star Wars intro.

   - Adjusted scrolling speed and timing for a smooth flow of the introductory text.

3. Character Definitions

   - Defined the primary characters Kara Voss and Aeris to enable their dialogue and interactions in the scenes.

   - Resolved errors related to undefined characters during initial dialogue exchanges.

4. Scene Transitions & Dialogue Implementation

   - Successfully set up transitions from the Star Wars-style opening to the bridge scene with accompanying dialogue between Kara and Aeris.

5. Gauntlet Menu Planning

   - Began planning for a Gauntlet menu mechanic, which will include a tutorial for players to learn how to interact with the gauntlet.

   - The menu and features will be scripted separately from the main story for easier management.

6. Asset Creation

   - Started working on key background and character art in the Sketchbook app.

   - Created basic backgrounds for the bridge room and captain’s cabin, as well as assets such as the gauntlet, captain’s chair, and cabin desk.

7. Project Reset

   - Decided to rebuild the project in Ren'Py from scratch, ensuring better organization and planning for future development.

   - Will use the Ren'Py Action Editor to handle more complex features in the game.

Next steps will involve integrating assets, building the Gauntlet menu, and refining player interactions for Echoes of the Abyss.

As part of the development process for Echoes of the Abyss, the assets and Ren'Py script are being written and generated with the assistance of AI. This includes creating the dialogue, planning out game mechanics, and building the structure of the game. The AI is actively involved in the creation of background assets, character interactions, and coding elements like the Gauntlet menu and Star Wars-style scrolling introduction. The use of AI in this process ensures that the game development is both efficient and cohesive, while still allowing room for creative input and adjustments from the development team.