Tasty Tuesday Update

How can it be? We’re in the final stretch of 2021?! We’ve got an incredible groove going on with the Spirit Swap team: art team is making art, narrative folks are writing the BEST words, and this month’s update will focus on an aspect of the game we haven’t deep dived (doven? doved?) into quite yet: the UI/UX!

We also wanted to try something a little different: sit back, relax, and get ready to listen and watch this month’s update! Réjon, our UI/UX Lead, and Jenny, our Lead Producer, teamed up to create a video devlog for your enjoyment.

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In it, Réjon talks in more detail about the UI/UX of Spirit Swap, particularly the process of creating wireframes (the skeleton) Samar’s Room, and how you’ll navigate it as a player! You’ll also learn more about how decorating and the spell system will work.

Please note that the footage is all WIP, but we hope you enjoy this foray into the world of Spirit Swap’s UI/UX this month!

(And, please, let us know if you enjoy the video format, or prefer written updates! Or both! Both is good!)

[h2]#FutureOfPlay[/h2]

It’s baaaaack! One of our favorite showcases of the year: #FutureOfPlay! Hosted by the wonderful folks at GLITCH, this is one of the best game events to check out what’s coming up...and what you should be excited to play.



We’re super proud to announce we’ll be a part of the showcase this year, so keep an eye out for us ~ we can’t wait to see you there!

Watch it live at 3 PM PST on December 9th via Twitch or Youtube!


[h2]Lulu is cooking up a storm![/h2]

If you haven’t met Lulu, or need a fresh reminder, Lulu is a self-appointed peacemaker who often takes on more than she’s asked to, and she has a knack for getting her way most of the time. Just as a reminder, here’s her VN portrait, created by the impeccable Dice:



When Lulu can’t manage to turn her brain off, she turns to baking to settle her spirit. Lulu is also very self-aware, so she’ll alway give you femme and grace...oh, and she’s obsessed with bunnies!
We had to be sure to share this beautiful concept art (below) for the animated sprite of our favorite baker in Demashq. Our artist, Sam, really outdid themselves with her:



[h2]Catch you next month ~ [/h2]

The next update will be here before you know it!

We’d love to hear what you think: anything you’re wanting to hear more about? Did you like the video devlog? Let us know via Twitter, our Discord, or here in the comments. And, if you enjoy TikTok, be sure to follow us there -- we’re starting to hop in and share content there too. Talk soon!

Love,

The Spirit Swap Team