Research Story Devlog #1 | Research mechanics!

It’s been about a month since I announced Research Story on Steam. I just wanted to say thank you for all your support - whether you found me on my socials or stumbled onto this page and liked what you saw. I hope that Research Story grows into something you’ll really enjoy!

For our first devlog, I’ll share about the overarching theme of the game: research!

[h2]Starting and completing research[/h2]

Newly recruited as a researcher in the Violet Archive, your goal is to contribute your findings on the plants and creatures you’ll come across around Shimmerbrook. Collect samples, observe, and grow plants or raise animals - and record everything you discover!



[h2]Research Journal[/h2]

Your records will be stored in a journal, which also acts as a guidebook with tips on taking care of your plants and creatures.



[h2]Adding to the Archive[/h2]

Add your completed research to the Violet Archive! Your progress will be tracked and rewarded.



There are also other NPC researchers who are working on various topics - and you'll be building the Archive together with them. Maybe their work will help yours along the way, too! Currently, only Vallee has been revealed - she’s the Head Archivist, as well as the player’s mentor.



That’s it for this devlog! In the next few months, I’ll be working on the two research areas that the player is in charge of: plants and creatures. Stay tuned!

- Mikixen