CRASH PANIC

Things have been pretty silent lately. Part of it is because I came down with something nasty and have been on antibiotics for the last week or so with a couple more days to go. But the OTHER reason is because I've been working behind the scenes on a small arcade-style game called CRASH PANIC. However, unlike Red, which was developed entirely in secret, I wanted the development of this game to be a bit more open, with weekly updates as well as beta access for patrons. Please note that nothing shown in this post is final.

YES, IT WON'T LOOK LIKE THIS WHEN IT'S DONE. GIVE IT TIME.

What is it?

Taking the role of Rutt, a nervous wreck of astronaut who was REALLY looking forward to going into space today, it's on you two stop an entirely unnecessary invasion from beyond the stars.

Inspired by a number of classic arcade games ranging from Galaga to Metal Slug, Crash Panic has a focus on score, combos, and survival, with several planned levels, each with unique enemies, enemy formations, and bosses.

The game features two peculiar gimmicks: First, a "Panic Meter," which fills up as damage is done and can be spent to slow the game down drastically and place numerous targets, which is let out in a fierce barrage of bullets once time resumes; Secondly, certain enemies crash to the ground once shot down, allowing players to pick up the debris and hurl it upwards for heavy damage, with different enemies having different properties with thrown.

What benefits are there for pledging?

Three things!

Beta Access will be available very very soon (gimme like two weeks) for patrons who pledge $5 or more! Said patrons will have access so a good portion of the game's content, though some stages, bosses, and features will not be revealed until the game's final release. Gotta keep some surprises in there! Additionally, you'll get the final game for free once it's complete, and a special thanks in the game's credits.

When is this coming out, and for what?

I am currently targeting for sometime THIS SUMMER, for PC, Mac, and Linux. Maybe console support later???

Have I seen this somewhere before?

Crash Panic is the revival of a canceled game jam game I was doing called "Panic Storm." Complications resulted in me being unable to work on it at the time, but I'm bringing it back and making it a lot better.

Are you canceling Push Palette?

Not at all! Push Palette is still being developed, but I wanted to do something that involved my supporters first (plus, y'know, wanted a game to my name that wasn't a fan game)

As you can see, there's still a lot of work to do, but I've really enjoyed working on this game so far, and I can't wait to see it evolve!