Hey it's been a while without an update so just wanted to show a few screenshots and let you know that there is now a Balrog Discord where progress is being posted more regularly and, of course, it is easier to discuss and ask questions and generally get to know the project! This project has been taking most of my time, hence the lack of other content being posted here. Unfortunately Newgrounds isn't exactly the ideal environment for non-webgames, though I'd like to find more ways to post in here since I really like this place a lot.

Since my last blog post, the dungeon delver has fully evolved into a retro RPG in the spirit of old dinosaurs like Moria and Icewind Dale, with a slavic aesthetic. The goal has been to make something that's both got a retro feel and is friendly to players of all skill levels. The idea is to give the players an adventure, not grind their nuts for no reason.

As of writing this post I have wrapped up the last of the core systemic elements of the game, and am now moved on to working on the more visual aspects of asset production and level design that will both make for more interesting progress shots than a bunch of menus, and also means I am going to be quickly approaching the projected launch of the demo some time near late November to mid December. While I can't really share it through Newgrounds, I will be making a post here as well as on the Discord server just to keep you in the loop.

Patreon backers and close friends have started the testing process, and things are looking pretty good so far! Since I already needed a spot to keep in touch with them and communicate efficiently, I have opened up a Balrog Discord server for the game! I hope to see you there, and I will try to make sure I get some sort of art posted up here soon. If you have any ideas for things that can be posted here as well I'd love to hear it, I'll be making some model sheets in a few weeks likely since my Artstation has also been pretty quiet lately.

EDIT: I forgot Newgrounds always fucks me on the image uploads, hopefully this fixes them.