Hi!
I'm now starting to prepare that next Patreon Dev Build which will include:
- Trading System Demo
- AI Updates
- Ammo System Updates (Bug fixes)
- Shotguns / Bolt-actions (Ammo system support)
- Bullet SFX
- KAR-21
- New Optics
- Weapon Stats
- Dynamic Arm...
Hi!
Usually once a week I allow myself to design / code / model something experimental which is not necessary for the project at this stage but it's really good for "developer health" to make something cool and break production routines once a while.
This week I tried something that I...
2023-08-23 23:24:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi!
Here's a quick development updated related to the Minefield (Crossing point).
Last night I finished the main game mechanic for this crossing point which are the APL mines. I was happy that this went really smoothly and I actually was ready with the mines faster than I expected. 2023-08-23 10:47:27 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi!
Here's a small mine demo from the Border Zone that is this weeks development topic.
Mines in Public Demo 2 are anti-personnel landmines (APL) with proximity seismic sensors. These types of mines are typically scattered from the air by mine-laying rocket launcher.
Once the s...
2023-08-22 15:27:10 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi!
Here's a quick development update and a recap what's happening this week.
Week 31 (1-6th): Shipyard (Area 05)
Week 32 (7-13th): Highway (Area 05)
Week 33 (14-20th): AI Updates 2/2 + Devlog #8
Week 34 (21-27th):
2023-08-21 23:09:15 +0000 UTC
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Here's a new multi-caliber weapon KAR-21 which was featured in today's devlog.
This was also that "special collaboration" which was briefly mentioned in few posts here.
You will be able to test this weapon in Patreon Dev Build (AI/Trading) this upcoming week. I will let you ...
2023-08-20 20:56:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Here's the latest devlog, have fun watching! :)
- Antti (Developer)
Devlog #8 | Road to Vostok
Aug. 20, 2023 | 10:00 PM (EEST)
http://youtube.com/@roadtovostok
- Antti (Developer)
Hi!
Here's a quick development update.
It's been quite a rough week in terms of work hours. AI development is something that would need much more time to be polished but I think I have a good foundation for Public Demo 2 and development work after that.
I have also spent a lot ...
2023-08-19 01:36:41 +0000 UTC View Post
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Just a quick update related to weapon stats.
For the upcoming devlog episode I needed to get these weapon stats working, since previously all these values were non-functional.
Now weapon UI stats are all activated and you can see the condition, weight, base damage and recoil...
2023-08-18 02:08:58 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi!
Here's some of the "extra" development stuff from today.
Anti-personnel landmines (APL) have now been added to the Border Zone.
These mines contain a seismic sensor and are activated if the player's footsteps are nearby.
In winter, these mines are quite ea...
2023-08-17 01:51:25 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi!
I decided to take a small break from the devlog editing and AI stuff so I added one special clothing item and this might be the most stylish clothing item in Public Demo 2 :)
- Antti (Developer)
Hi!
Here's a quick development update.
Last week was pretty successful and I'm happy with the progress related to the Highway map.
Week 31 (1-6th): Shipyard (Area 05)
Week 32 (7-13th): Highway (Area 05)
Week 33 (14-20th): ...
Meet the Bandits.
Bandits are hostile civilians roaming Area 05 and you will encounter them in Public Demo 2.
Here's some behind-the-scenes photos related to the first custom character model for Road to Vostok and more will be showcased in next devlog.
- Antti (Developer)...
2023-08-11 17:56:32 +0000 UTC View Post
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The Highway map is progressing well, here's a little winter highway screenshot.
- Antti (Developer)
2023-08-11 01:24:58 +0000 UTC View PostHi!
Since vehicles are important part of the Highway map, I decided to implement the physics-based loot simulation to vehicles and make the doors interactable (if not locked) for Public Demo 2.
Here's a small video preview about the vehicle looting.
- Antti (Developer)
2023-08-10 01:21:37 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi!
Here's a little update related to the Highway map which is this week's development goal.
Currently, I have the main elements of the map ready which are:
- Highway road
- Highway tunnel
- Highway bridges
- Custom vehicles
- Transmission towers
Tomorrow I will a...
2023-08-09 01:24:52 +0000 UTC View PostHi!
Here's a quick development update and recap of the game plan related to this month.
Week 31 (1-6th): Shipyard (Area 05)
Week 32 (7-13th): Highway (Area 05)
Week 33 (14-20th): AI Updates 2/2 + Devlog #8
Week 34 (21...
The upcoming devlog episode will introduce the first custom bandit character, so I decided to share few images related to the character process.
A really skilled character artist Claudia is working on the character who is also involved in the Stalker's modding scene.
You can find more...
2023-08-04 16:56:44 +0000 UTC View PostHi!
Here's a quick development update.
This week is all about finishing the demo version of the Shipyard map.
I have done pretty long days to make sure that I stay on schedule since this month is the most crucial month related to Public Demo 2. Current situation for the Shipyar...
2023-08-03 18:08:28 +0000 UTC View PostHi!
This is going to be one of the suprises in the next devlog but there have been some preparations for in-game instruments / music items.
First instrument will be an acoustic guitar that you can play.
In the attachments you will find the first three guitar tracks, I think thes...
2023-08-02 14:17:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi!
Since there are now enough items in the game, I can finally start this series of posts called EDC (Everyday carry).
Each EDC post presents in-game items with different setups and themes.
ps. Shipyard is progressing well :)
- Antti (Developer)
2023-08-02 00:33:33 +0000 UTC View PostHi!
I already showcased this in the previous dev dession but the here's a small clip about the new trading system.
This trading system does not use money or currency of any kind, all trading is based on the utility value of the items.
Inspired by awesome indie RPG c...
2023-07-31 20:21:04 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here's a new optic that was voted by Vostok tier supporters in the last month attachment poll.
This LPVO is extremely rare when it comes to item rarity value and it supports dynamic zoom level, reticle brightness options and rail movement with compatible weapons.
- Antti (De...
2023-07-31 19:10:19 +0000 UTC View PostHere are the first examples of weapon/item related camera animations.
The intensity of the animation will be adjustable between four different options in the game settings:
- Off / Low / Mid / High
- Antti (Developer)
Hi!
Since the next month will be one of most important production months for Public Demo 2, here's a quick game plan in terms of development:
Week 31 (1-6th): Shipyard (Area 05)
Week 32 (7-13th): Highway (Area 05)
Week 33 (14-20th):
2023-07-30 22:07:04 +0000 UTC
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Hi!
Starting tomorrow, I will start a one-month social media (Twitter/X) experiment where I will try to post something related to the project every day.
These posts can be screenshots, small videos or something else. Most of these posts are shared here also and I will still continue p...
2023-07-30 10:57:35 +0000 UTC View PostHi!
Just wanted to let you know that I'm almost done with the initial trading system.
This week has been really smooth in terms of achieving the goals for the trading system. All the main elements are in place and the past few days I have fixed +10 bugs related to trading grids and de...
2023-07-28 22:20:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi!
Here's few variations for the Truck Trailer that shared earlier:
- Truck Trailer (Fuel)
- Truck Trailer (Logs)
The most common location for these assets will be in the Highway map and that fuel trailer will be lootable in terms of fuel in the future when there's support f...
2023-07-26 09:00:38 +0000 UTC View PostHi!
The trading system is progressing well, so I decided that I will make a small live session tomorrow where I showcase some elements related to that and discuss few other topics as well.
Dev Session #5 (Live)
July. 26, 2023 | 4:00 PM (EEST)
- Upcoming content
- Tra...