#ElysianEclipse V 0.6.2 is here! This version is available to test for aquatic tier or higher supporters and will become completely free once the next version drops. Patchnotes for all 0.6.x updates: www.elysian-eclipse.com#/wiki/V_0.6_... Supporter Download: ko-fi.com/post/Version...

Creatures now have procedural blink animations! #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

I'm working on animated eyelids for creatures, aswell as controls for rolling vehicles. Both are unfinished, so I somehow ended up with a sad Nugget, trapped in a ball. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Blorb ate some strange fruit and is now feeling a little weird. The new intoxication status effects are were once they are did. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

It's far from perfect, but the creatures are starting to feel more alive. www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnp7... #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

I'm working on improving the animation system. It won't be anything too fancy yet, but will include things like breathing, eye movements, and, uh... Look at her go! Well, I'll post a short preview video once everything is working as intended again, lol. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

#ElysianEclipse V 0.6.1 is here! This version is available to test for aquatic tier or higher supporters and will become completely free once the next version drops. Patchnotes for all 0.6.x updates: www.elysian-eclipse.com#/wiki/V_0.6_... Supporter Download: ko-fi.com/post/Version...

I added a new system that allows you to add irregularities to some parts that are normally symmetrical, to make them look more natural. You can also control the strength of the noise. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Among other visual improvements, V 0.6.1 will add detailed grass to creature stage. I should problably touch some grass too. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

It is time to reveal the ACTUAL winners of the architecture art contest! Well, I said there are going to be at least 3 winners. And since there weren't many entries this time, I've decided, fuck it, everyone wins!!! #ElysianEclipse #ElysianEclipseContest #ArtContest

I'm currently fixing all the bugs caused by the migration and also further polishing the graphics. The shadow quality has been improved and aquatic stage is brighter now. But most important of all: There now is an useless button that makes duck sounds. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

It's going to take some time until the actual contest winners get announced. I have some real life work to do and also need a break from all the render pipeline stuff.

It is time to reveal the winners of the Architecture art contest! The third, second, and first places all go to... Wauzmons. Congratulations to the winners and thank you to everyone who participated! #ElysianEclipse #AprilFools

#ElysianEclipse 0.6.0 Comparison: Version 0.6.0 is a huge step forward! While it doesn't contain any new features, it runs on the new render pipeline and brings lots of graphical and technical improvements. The file size has been reduced by 500 MB and it runs about 15% faster in a lot of places.

i built some "concept art" for the #elysianeclipsecontest! just some lowkey medieval/ancient looking buildings with a unified styling in the overhang held up by the pillars at the front, and a hobbit-hole-like mound backside.

Let's gooo! The render pipeline migration is pretty much done and all of the stages are playable again! I even improved some mechanics like the creation viewer (see screenshot) and the decal system. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Architecture Art Contest It is time for the fifth #ElysianEclipse #ArtContest! Our creatures are becoming more and more civilized and deserve a proper place to live. Now you can help to design a home for them, with the chance of your ideas getting added to the game! #ElysianEclipseContest 🧵

The render pipeline migration is progressing. The creature editor is already fully functional again. Some of the colors are different, but it is still looking decent. Has been pretty frustrating so far. #ElysianEclipse

#ElysianEclipse V 0.5.5 is here! This version is available to test for aquatic tier or higher supporters and will become completely free once the next version drops. Patchnotes for all 0.5.x updates: www.elysian-eclipse.com#/wiki/V_0.5_... Supporter Download: ko-fi.com/post/Version...

The time has come. Usually the big updates like 0.4.0 or 0.5.0 each contained the foundation of a new stage. 0.6.0 is going to be something way less fun though.

The tropical valley, will be the first biome to receive a rework. It will be much bigger and sandier. The mountains are higher and have more natural shapes with visible erosion. Still work in progress. Vegetation is disabled at the moment. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

I'm working on a new terrain generation prototype for a lot of different creature stage biomes! V 0.5.5 will include at least one reworked and one new biome. New plant editor updates have been pushed back a bit in favor of this. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

The stat system has been reworked. Health and damage values are now much higher, making them easier to balance without needing decimals. Furthermore age and skill levels now have proper tooltips, letting you see the exact rewards you get. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Instead of having just a single level, your species can now earn experience in different skills! These grant bonuses like permanent stat increases. Reaching new stages will also unlock more skills. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

#ElysianEclipse V 0.5.4 is here! This version is available to test for aquatic tier or higher supporters and will become completely free once the next version drops. Patchnotes for all 0.5.x updates: www.elysian-eclipse.com#/wiki/V_0.5_... Supporter Download: ko-fi.com/post/Version...

Blorb Station constructed. Space Duck deployed. www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jDz... #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Blorb has been sent to the new space stage prototype. Here he will construct a space station, the Blorb Station™, which will serve as hub for testing space stage mechanics. Wish him luck, as he ventures where no Blorb has gone before! #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Some more progress on the plant editor. You can now create twisted tree trunks. The "cap" of this plant is a work in progress version of one of the first fungus parts. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

The material selector is here! It lets you change the material of the individual regions of hut and plant parts. It even lets you change the leaf shape of foliage. Here, I used it to create a bamboo hut. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

I made several improvements to mount and camera controls: - The mount will now try to land by itself, when you jump off while being in the air. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Elysian Eclipse now has new fonts! The text is now more stylized and rounded, especially for headings. Small caps have been removed completely to make everything more consistent. Here is a before and after of the archive. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Mounts now have their own ability hotbars! While riding the crabfish, you can let it perform a spin dash, just like in aquatic stage. Its health and energy are shown too while riding. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

Happy New Year! So, this is it. The first year ever, I'm not employed anymore and can fully focus on Seven Ducks Studios. 👀 #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

The sub-part system has been added to more parts. You can now for example place windows on both layers of this roof and they will be automatically rotated correctly. Previously only the top layer was clickable and you couldn't attach parts to it at all. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

While I've been busy with space stage, @roseae.bsky.social has been experimenting with some more leaf types. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

The #Spore subreddit recently got taken over by a malicious actor, and I compiled a summary of the drama and started working on a new, alternative subreddit. www.reddit.com/r/SporeGame/...

Categories for vehicles and starships have been added in preparation for the second space stage prototype. There won't be an editor yet though, since you'll fly a premade ship. Development will start directly after christmas. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

#ElysianEclipse is back on Reddit! www.reddit.com/r/ElysianEcl...

#ElysianEclipse V 0.5.3 is here! This version is available to test for aquatic tier or higher supporters and will become completely free once the next version drops. Patchnotes for all 0.5.x updates: www.elysian-eclipse.com#/wiki/V_0.5_... Supporter Download: ko-fi.com/post/Version...

The part selection is still small, but the plant editor is slowly coming together. I plan to release a new version this weekend. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

The first plant from the art contest, the "Needle Rock", designed by EquippedHats has been added to the game! All of its parts will be available in the plant editor. Try giving it a hug. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame #Art #ConceptArt

Tried to make some different types of foliage and ended up with hanging leaves, similar to weeping willows. This is just a quick test, the final part will have a prettier texture. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

The sub-part system has been implemented! It basically allows a part to have multiple "attachment points" that have control over the snapping and rotation of all parts placed on them. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

It is now clear what part categories the plant editor will have: Stems, Branches, Foliage, Flowers, Fruits, Fungi, Corals, and Minerals. The tentacle thingies here are the first coral part. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

I'm working on adding proper branches to the plant editor. This tree here is also using the new rocks as decoration. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

I feel like the only thing people took away from my last post was "pooping creatures".

Not sure if this is a good idea, but you can now vote for things on the #ElysianEclipse roadmap, if you have a Trello / Atlassian account. It also lists very important features like pooping and getting drunk, lol. trello.com/b/3GntuYDl

Elysian Mesh can now generate rounded cubes! The first part to make use of that, will be the clay block. It can be used to create both natural and artificial structures. #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

I somehow implemented fishing before fishing rods... www.youtube.com/watch?v=obcD... #ElysianEclipse #Spore #GameDev #IndieGame

The Future of Elysian Eclipse 🧵 This post is a bit more personal than usual. As you may know, it is my dream to create virtual worlds for others to enjoy.