YAARRGH! Battle Island! News

[p][/p][p][/p][p]🪢 Craftin' systems? Check! Custom loot? Double check! And modular pirate vehicles that look like they were dreamt up in a fever fueled dream? Ohhh, we got those too!
[/p][p][/p][p]🧥 We’ve added crafting, gear, clothing and vehicles that’d make even a kraken jealous! From buildin’ wild contraptions to stackin’ yer loot, the game’s gettin’ juicier than a barrel of salty-soaked coconuts! But don’t ye be thinkin’ we’re done yet! There’s still some magic brewin’ below deck. We’re buildin’ tweakin’ and makin’ this beast of a game seaworthy![/p][p]
[/p][p]⛵ We’re sailin’ straight toward open beta testing, and it’s comin’ faster than a cannonball in a tavern brawl! Just a couple more blue moons, and ye might be among the first to set foot on all the Islands! So what’s next, ye ask? This be a sneak peek at the WILD ride ahead, with construction chaos, cannon-blastin' fun, and more voxel madness than Davy Jones can handle![/p][p]
[/p][p]🧜‍♀️ So what are ye waitin’ for, ya brave sea dogs?! This ain’t just any island, This is Battle Island, forged in fire, built with voxels, and soaked in glory! If ye be tired of the same old grind, if yer heart beats for chaos, loot, and cannon-blastin’ madness, then hoist yer colors and join us![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]🗣️ Wishlist us on Steam. Join the Discord crew. Follow the journey. And prepare to test yer mettle in open beta! We be just two devs, but we’ve built a world that refuses to be ignored, a world that screams ADVENTURE, and kicks you in the loot chest when you least expect it! So sharpen yer swords, load the cannons, and slap on yer fanciest eye patch! Because the tide’s risin’ fast, and Battle Island waits for no one![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]🧜‍♂️ This be your chance, to leave yer mark, or be left in the sand. We ain't just buildin’ a game, WE'RE LAUNCHIN' A LEGEND! Open beta’s comin’ fast, and trust me, ye won’t want to miss the BOOM![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]⚠️ Visuals, performance, and mechanics be subject to change as we steer toward open beta.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

🧭 YAARRGH! Battle Island! is officially coming to the Steam Deck! That’s right, soon you'll be able to take your co-op skeleton slaying, island defending, treasure digging adventures on the go! Whether you’re on a long voyage or just lounging in port, the full pirate experience will now fit in your hands.



🏴‍☠️ What to Expect:

• Seamless performance and optimized controls for the Steam Deck.
  
• Full support for co-op multiplayer, crafting, mining, and wave based skeleton combat.
  
• A perfect fit for bite sized raids or epic build sessions.
  
• Treasure hunting from the comfort of your hammock!
  

🔧 Under the Hood
We’re currently testing and optimizing the game to make sure it runs smoothly on Valve’s handheld powerhouse. The stylized visuals and sandbox gameplay feel right at home on the Deck and we're loving the results so far!

🎥 Want to see it in action?
We’ll be sharing gameplay footage, updates, and behind the scenes progress on our YouTube Channel, so be sure to subscribe and stay in the loop!

🏗️ Thank you for supporting us on this journey. With your help, YAARRGH! Battle Island! is becoming a game you can enjoy anywhere you go. Keep your blades sharp and your cannons ready, the skeleton horde doesn’t stand a chance!

🏝️ See ye on the island, Deck pirates!

Ahoy, ye landlubbers! Gather ’round for some BIG news from the high seas!

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This be Volumetric Voxels a whole new way to bring voxel worlds to life! No more flat, lifeless blocks. Now we’ve got swirling fog, glowing light, and rolling waves!



With this magic, we can summon Volumetric Fog to creep over yer world, light up yer darkest caves with Volumetric Lighting, flood yer mines with Volumetric Water, and dive into underwater realms that'll make yer ship's crew jump overboard in awe.



Thick fog drifts across the land. Deep caves glow with flickerin’ lantern light. And when the mines flood? The water rushes in, filling every tunnel and crack!



And the ocean? It ain’t just a blue puddle anymore it’s ALIVE! Dive beneath the waves and see a whole new world!



Fog so thick, ye could lose yer own hook hand!



Caves so dark, even a ghost pirate wouldn’t dare enter!



And when the mines flood… well, hope ye brought a sea straw! Or at least a really good pardon!



This water’s so real, ye might just start holdin’ yer breath when ye dive in! Don’t worry, we ain’t responsible for passin’ out at the helm!



And if ye see bubbles risin’ from the deep… run. Ain’t no fish that farts that big!



So grab yer gear, hoist the anchor, and get ready for adventure! This be voxel gaming like ye’ve NEVER seen before!

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We’re redefining voxel rendering with a unique, stylized aesthetic that blends the best of Rasterization, Ray Marching, and Ray Tracing. This cutting-edge mix doesn’t just make our voxel world look great—it makes it feel alive.


To push the immersion even further, we’ve developed a Volumetric Lighting Simulation that works in harmony with Volumetric Fog Effects and even Volumetric Water Simulation. Light pierces through misty landscapes, fog swirls dynamically around your character, and water reacts in a beautifully simulated way—bringing unparalleled depth and atmosphere to the world.



🌟 Glowing embers dance in the air.
🌊 Soft fog rolls through the valleys.
🌅 Golden sunsets cast dramatic, stylized shadows.



🔦 True-to-life underground darkness
Our lighting system doesn’t just enhance the world above—it transforms the experience below. With realistic volumetric effects, light and fog won’t travel deep into mining tunnels and caves. As you descend, the air grows heavy, the light fades, and the shadows deepen, creating a true sense of mystery and adventure. Will you bring a torch, or brave the unknown?



Every detail is crafted to enhance the game’s bold, artistic look, striking a perfect balance between realism and fantasy. The result? A visually stunning, hand-crafted voxel world bursting with atmosphere and adventure.



This isn’t just another blocky world—it’s a place where light, color, and movement create an unforgettable experience. Get ready to mine, build, and explore in a voxel world like no other!



🚀 Stay tuned as we push the boundaries of voxel artistry!

🏝️ Ahoy, adventurers and sandbox enthusiasts! We’re thrilled to announce that YAARRGH! Battle Island! has officially set sail into the exciting waters of PlayTesting. With three distinct stages planned, this marks a monumental milestone in our journey to create a groundbreaking procedural voxel battle arena. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s ahead.



⛏️ Alpha Testing: Building the Foundations
The Alpha phase has commenced! This stage is exclusive to our development team as we focus on merging the core systems that will power the game. Think of this as the skeleton of our creation—mining, building, crafting, and more are being stitched together to lay a robust foundation for the action-packed co-op and AI wave combat you’ve been eagerly awaiting. While this phase is barebones, it’s the crucial groundwork for the adventure to come.



⚓ Beta Testing: Setting the Scene
Our sights are already on the next stage—Beta testing. This is where the magic truly begins to unfold. With integrated gameplay, polished animations, and refined mechanics, the game will take shape into a more cohesive experience. And here’s the exciting part: Beta testing will be open to all our incredible supporters who have stood by us over the years. Your feedback will play a key role in shaping the final product.



🗺️ Open PlayTest: Charting New Horizons
Once the Beta phase smooths out the rough seas, we’ll expand the PlayTest to a wider audience. This phase focuses on massive-scale testing, tweaking, and refining, as well as actively listening to community feedback. The public PlayTest will be accessible to everyone who has requested access through our Steam Store Page. Get ready to dive in, share your thoughts, and help us make YAARRGH! Battle Island! the best it can be.



💪 Join the Crew
Excited to be part of this journey? Wishlist YAARRGH! Battle Island! on Steam and request access to our PlayTests here: Steam Store Page. Together, we’ll explore, battle, and craft the ultimate sandbox experience.



🦜 Thank you for your unwavering support and enthusiasm as we sail closer to release. Let the games begin, and may the winds be ever in our favour!?



⚠️ Please note: the Open PlayTest is still some time away as we continue refining the game mechanics and tackling lingering bugs. Be sure to wishlist and request access to the public PlayTest through our Steam Store Page to stay updated on our progress.