Hi there,
Get ready to board the Voidtrain because the Steam release is less than three days away! While we've already shared an update on the improvements and changes made to the game, we realize that we haven't given a comprehensive overview of the key features that you can expect in the upcoming version of Voidtrain. So, let's set that right now and get you excited for what's in store.
Here are the main game features of the current version:
[h2]1. Character movement in the Void
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Just jump off the trolley or train and allow the Void to pick you up. While in the Void, you can use a safety rope to attach yourself to the train's cars and reach necessary resources or points of interest. As you progress through the game, you'll unlock a winch and rings, enabling you to explore deeper areas of the Void. These features are particularly useful for Puzzle Islands and other areas where the game allows exploration.
[h2]2. Resource gathering
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At the start of the game, you'll gather resources manually. But as you advance, you can unlock the grappling hook, which makes looting much easier. And when you reach later stages, you can construct the Collector Station - a sizable train module where your pets can automatically collect resources while the train is in motion.
[h2]3. Technology and train development[/h2]
You can use the Research Table to research technologies, discover new structures, upgrades, and crafting recipes for your character and train. Small objects and interior items can be built using the Crafting Book, while large objects and units require the depot. You can develop up to the diesel era, with mechanical, steam, and diesel engines available. To unlock decorative items for the train and walls, feed your pets - Rofleemo - special mushrooms obtained from chests. Rofleemo will share one or several recipes with you, which will appear in your Crafting Book.
[h2]4. Enemy Trains, Outposts and Depots[/h2]
Get ready for exciting chases as enemy soldiers on their trains try to interfere with your investigation of the Void's mysterious history and loot resources from your train. Be cautious as boarding can be dangerous, for the soldiers will attack and damage the train's structures.
But enemy trains are not the only danger awaiting you in the Void. There are also Outposts - obstacles that block the path and are guarded by soldiers. Initially, you must defeat the enemies to disable the barrier device. Later, you can build rams to destroy the outpost barriers quickly, but be mindful of the durability of the rams, or else you'll have to build them again.
Finally, you’ve got the Depot, which serves as the main hub for building trains, collecting loot, and opening chests. However, it's also a battlefield where you will encounter enemy soldiers.
[h2]5. Witch Islands[/h2]
These are puzzle-filled hubs located deep in the Void, marked by swarms of fireflies. Each hub offers up to three types of puzzles, which can earn you valuable loot and mushrooms for Rofleemo. However, beware of the dangerous Void fauna present in these peaceful locations.
[h2]6. Arena Islands
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Arena islands are infested with swarms of insects and overseen by the mysterious Arena Keeper, who assigns you trials to complete. There are five waves in total, with more valuable rewards for progressing further. You can choose to stop and claim a minimal reward for the waves you have already completed, or risk continuing for greater rewards. If you fail, you receive a consolation prize in the form of a small amount of basic resources.
[h2]7. Other points of interest or danger[/h2]
There are a couple of smaller, yet compelling features to keep you entertained in the Void. For instance, abandoned trains - not only reminders that adventures can be dangerous, but also an additional source of loot hidden inside them.
And beware of Minefields - always keep an eye on the horizon, as soldiers have left mine barriers in some areas. There are two types of them: sensor and magnetic. Sensor mines react to speeds above normal, while magnetic mines attach to the train with magnetic force. You can either explode them or try to defuse them to obtain resources.
[h2]8. Taming Rofleemo Pets
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Your Rofleemo pets are not just cute companions, but they also have unique skills and specializations. It's important to study them carefully and assign them to work based on their abilities to gain the maximum benefit from them.
[h2]9. Modular Weapons[/h2]
At the start of the game, you are equipped with a revolver as your basic weapon. However, as the enemies become stronger and you develop your character, you can unlock more powerful weapons. All weapons in the game are modular, allowing you to insert various modules found in the game on a workbench to optimize their performance. Additionally, you will find weapon frames with a slot for cores that unlock a unique firing mode for the weapon. There are three types of cores available: Ice Storm, Flamethrower, and Annihilator.
[h2]10. Prophecies
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A game mechanic that modifies your path by weighing the pros and cons. For example, you can increase the amount of iron in the Void, but in exchange, you may face more leeches or encounter two sharks instead of one.
[h2]11. Creatures and enemies on your way
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Void Fauna:
- Sharks - the main enemy of the Void, cunning beasts that always try to quickly escape into the depths of the misty distances if they sense danger.
- Leeches - won't cause damage, but if not kept in check, they will stick to the train and significantly slow it down.
- Void Fish - completely peaceful creatures. Main source of leather and fat.
- Pufferfish - inhabitants of the Witch Islands. Be careful.
- Void Whale - a peaceful creature, hovering somewhere in the distance and howling its sad songs. You're unlikely to ever see it up close. Or maybe you will...
- Creatures of darkness. Data is classified.
Soldiers of the New Light:
- Soldiers. Armed with revolvers and don't wear armor.
- Officers. Soldiers in armor, can be armed with primary weapons and revolvers in the early stages.
- Commanders. Huge and armored enemies, armed with powerful primary weapons.
Swarm of Insects (Arena):
- Soldier beetles. The weakest, but most numerous in waves. Their main attack is melee, but they can also spit acid if their target tries to take cover at a height.
- Spitting beetles. Unable to fight in close range, they aim for their target from afar and accurately spit acid at them.
- Bombardier beetles. Smaller species that try to jump closer to you, puff up, and spray everyone around with dangerous acid.
- Tank beetles. Huge beetles covered in thick chitinous armor. They have all types of attacks and are extremely dangerous. Encountered in later waves of the arena.
We’ve dedicated a significant amount of time and effort into developing these features and hope you find them enjoyable. However, we are always open to feedback, so please don't hesitate to let us know your thoughts. While we're proud of what we've achieved so far, we're far from done working on Voidtrain yet.
Here's our roadmap for future updates:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1159690/Voidtrain/
