Storage Hunter News

Hey there, Storage Hunter fans!

As we're gearing up to bid farewell to 2023, the Storage Hunter crew is dropping in with the latest scoop on what's been cookin' in our game world. First things first, a massive shout-out and a Happy New Year to our awesome community! Before we dive into the new year, let's take a quick detour and check out the cool stuff we've been tinkering with lately.

Design Chats & Chatter
We've been deep in discussions about the nitty-gritty of our game. Think about the magic behind how those garage contents magically appear (yup, procedural generation!), the vibe of our world, and the twists and turns of our storyline. It's like planning the best storage war strategy ever!


Mechanics Makeover
Hold on to your hats, 'cause we've rolled out a new set of mechanics! We're talking about a fresh take on inspection, identification, repair, tablet operation, and, oh yeah, multiplayer action. Right now, it's all about 4-player chaos, but we're cranking that up to at least 10 players soon. Imagine the showdowns!
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Concept Art Unveiled
We've been busy creating concept arts of your auction opponents and auction leaders! Get ready to face a lineup of unique and challenging rivals, each with their own style and strategy. These aren't your average Joe’s; they're tough, cunning, and ready to give you a run for your money in the bidding wars!


New Shiny Things
Guess what? We've added a museum that doubles as an auction site, plus a bunch of models to pack those garages. It's like finding that hidden gem in a pile of storage goodies.


Join Our Discord Community
Don't miss out on the juicy gossip, sneak peeks, and all the fun our community's cooking up. Jump into our Discord and be a part of the Storage Hunter fam. It's where all the action happens off the auction floor!




That's the wrap-up for 2023, folks! Keep those bids coming, and let's make 2024 another thrilling year in Storage Hunter Simulator!

Cheers,
Storage Hunter Team

Hello fellow Storage Hunters!

We're switching Storage Hunter's playground from Unity to Unreal Engine, and here's why it's awesome:

• We're talking richer details and cooler visuals; it's about to get REAL!
  
• Less waiting, more playing. We're gearing up to roll updates out faster and smoother.
  
• With Unreal, we can unlock a ton of funky features for a better experience.
  

What does that mean for Storage Hunter development?

• We're carefully moving and improving all our current game pieces to a new system, making sure they look better while still keeping their original feel.
  
• Our team is learning how to use Unreal's lighting and special effects to make the gaming experience feel more real and better than ever before.
  
• We’re mastering all the different tools that Unreal provides, which is really important for making our game the way we envision it.
  

Right now, we can show you our first progress - a brand new city environment


And there are more and more amazing things to come… ːsteamhappyː

Keep an eye out for new pics coming on soon!

~ Storage Hunter Team

Psssst... If you want to stay update and know everything first, join our Discord!

Hello Future Storage Hunters!

We're back with another development progress update! Our team has been working tirelessly to bring this immersive storage auction experience to life.

Starting with the programming side of things, we've made significant strides in making our NPCs feel more alive and reactive. We've expanded the decision tree for NPCs, which should add depth to your interactions and strategies when trying to snap up those coveted items.

Our city's environment has also received some love. We have created two new buildings - diner and shopping mall.


We also have new assets for our city:


Switching gears to the design side, our team has been hard at work fine-tuning multiple features. We've polished up inspection mode. This will help you assess the value of items, and maybe bring up their value a little higher.

Beside that, we've also been busy working on in-game interfaces, including tablet apps and an auction site for your desktop, to ensure you have all the tools you need at your fingertips. Furthermore, we've created a list of item categories, a basic NPC AI for Auctions, and a basic NPC dialogue system. All these improvements will significantly enhance your gameplay experience.

Last but not least, we've put in some serious time on the UI. We're particularly excited about our work on bargaining with NPCs during yard sales. This will add a new level of strategy and complexity to your interactions and transactions in the game.


Stay tuned for more updates!

Cheers,
The Storage Hunter Team

Hello Storage Hunters,

We hope this message finds you well and you are as excited as we are for the journey that lies ahead in Storage Hunter Simulator. We've been hard at work fine-tuning and adding exciting new features to our upcoming game.

In terms of programming, our team has been fully engaged. We've been busy implementing player step sounds and bidding animations for the non-player characters. Finally, we've incorporated tricks for auction participants to keep the bidding wars intense and unpredictable!
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We're thrilled to announce that the team has already presented internally the first approach to gameplay and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. This means we are on the right track and your storage hunting journey is coming to life! Get ready, because we will be releasing a new trailer soon.

On the design side, we've been deep in the development trenches. We're putting a great deal of work into AI NPCs and their dialogues, to ensure dynamic and engaging interactions for you. Furthermore, we're enhancing player skills and integrating a yard sale feature for all your storage treasures!

We've been working on assets for the city environment. Here, we've made three truck trailers and a dozen banners to give our city a unique and compelling character. You're going to love exploring this place!



Of course, no city is complete without its citizens. You'll meet various NPCs during your adventure, particularly while hunting through abandoned warehouses. We've done considerable work on their animations to ensure they're as lifelike as possible.



We'd like to thank you again for your continued support. We can't wait for you to step into the world of Storage Hunter Simulator, where the risk is part of the fun!

Best,
The Storage Hunter Team

Hello Storage Hunters!

We are excited to bring you a brand new update packed with exciting new features and improvements that will take your storage hunting experience to the next level. Our dedicated team has been hard at work to make your treasure hunting journey more immersive and rewarding.

First off, we've been investing a lot of time and effort into the creation of a dynamic city environment. This will serve as the backbone of your storage hunting empire. Check out the sneak peek of the city blockout, we're very excited about how it's shaping up:
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In addition to the city, we have added more items to discover in the garages! Get ready to expand your collection and increase your earnings:


On the programming side of things, we focused on implementing existing assets to the game and polishing the item packing system.

Plus, we are introducing new NPCs. Meet new faces during your storage hunting adventure. But remember, they are here for the same reason you are, to find the treasures buried within the storage units:


Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to improve and expand the world of Storage Hunter Simulator! We love hearing your feedback, so feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions. Here's to more happy storage hunting!

Cheers,
The Storage Hunter Team