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Bob's Prison Fight, and the Carpark Gunfight is about to Go Down

Hello inmates!

Back to the Dawn is currently participating in The Storyteller's Festival, which lasts from Feb 18th to Feb 25th! So be sure to share about our game with your friends and family!




Lately, we've been receiving more and more comments from you requesting for game updates sooner. We completely understand everyone's eagerness as we are quite anxious to share the Bob storyline ourselves! We are incredibly hard at work, improving the daily conversations within Bob's route, and writing the penultimate act of the plot. So we'd like to share some of the progress we've made in February!


Panther vs Hippo

The rest of the content we will share here involves the new carpark scene we are currently still working on, so we cannot divulge too much. But we can share some gifs of character animations we have prepared!


Approaching with gun raised


Raising gun (back view)


Elk speaking

As always, we will continue working hard to present all of you with the best version of Back to the Dawn that we can offer! We are grateful to you for your patience!

For all the latest information and news, be sure to follow us on our socials as well. Can't wait to see you on the other side!

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Sneak Peek into Bob's Route

Hello inmates!

It is yet another exciting year for Back to the Dawn and we are working hard on completing Bob the Panther's storyline!

We would like to take the beginning of this year to thank you for your wonderful and patient support. As a show of appreciation, here is some sneak peeks of our work-in-progress!

Our more observant fans may have noticed from our devlogs that the art we are sharing is gradually entering the "prison break" portion of the game. While there is still a lot of work left to be done, we hope these snippets fills you with as much excitement as it does for us.


Pelican reading


New form of sit-ups


Assassin moves


Bird Chase Scene

On top of that, Back to the Dawn will be having an attractive 15% discount from 26 Jan - 9 Feb! So be sure not to miss it, and share about our game with your friends and family.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1735700/Back_to_the_Dawn/

That’s all for the January update! Once again, thank you all for your endless support, and we cannot wait to bring you another wonderful year of Back to the Dawn!

For more exciting content and updates, remember to follow us on Twitter, join our Discord community, and check out our latest posts on TikTok. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Steam Winter Sale Starts for Back to the Dawn!



Hello Inmates!

As 2024 comes to an end, the winter sale is upon us once again! And Back to the Dawn is here to join the festivities! Now is the perfect time to uncover shady secrets and break out of prison when you purchase Back to the Dawn at 15% off!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1735700/Back_to_the_Dawn/

In these busy days, it is all the more important to relax and recharge to maintain the drive to create. There were many creative works we were inspired by this year and we would like to share some of them with you.

Books: "Crime and Punishment", "The Age of Taiheiki", "The Myth of Sisyphus"
Movies: "Nostalghia" (1983), "Mirror" (1975), "La Haine" (1995), "Breathless" (1960), "Terrorizers" (1986) [my movie of the year]

Next, here's our December devlog:


A supper feast for guards working overtime


Shower scene for our fellow inmates


Investigating the surgical room


Secrets revealed in a diary (localization in progress)

And finally, wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy new year!

Steam Autumn Sale, New NPCs and New Scenes!

Dear inmates,

The highly anticipated Steam Autumn Sale has officially begun, and Back to the Dawn is part of it! For a limited time, you can grab the game at 15% off—making it the perfect opportunity to introduce it to your friends and family. We've also got some exciting development updates for you, but first, a surprise announcement for all furry fans~!

[h2]A New Furry Bundle![/h2]

Calling all furry fans! We’re excited to announce that Back to the Dawn is now part of a special Steam bundle alongside Mercury Abbey. Get ready to unravel an incredible story, experience cool pixel art and go on an adventure that you would only find in mystery novels.

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/47874/Furries_Unite__Mercury_Abbey_x_Back_to_the_Dawn/

[h2]Development Updates[/h2]
This month, we’ve made progress on some new characters and scenes. Here’s a sneak peek of our November development updates:


Therapy Dog on Duty (Who let this shrink in?)


Secrets on the Line (Cracking the code)


Indoor Shades (Trendsetter vibes?)


Big Scene Teaser (Who's questioning, who's listening?)

That’s all for the November update! A huge thank you to all our players for your support and enthusiasm. For more exciting content and updates, remember to follow us on Twitter, join our Discord community, and check out our latest posts on TikTok. We can’t wait to see you there!

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https://store.steampowered.com/app/1735700/Back_to_the_Dawn/

Ultimate Prison Life Bundle - Now Available!

Hey Inmates!

We’ve got some exciting news for you. We’ve teamed up with the amazing team behind Prison Architect to present an exclusive deal: the Ultimate Prison Life Bundle! Starting today, you can grab this bundle with a 10% discount on your purchase.

Carefully curated in this Steam bundle for their strategic depth and immersive narratives, these games will plunge you into the world of prison life. Whether you’re meticulously managing a high-security penitentiary or plotting an ingenious escape, you’ll be captivated by the challenges and opportunities each game offers!

[h2]Prison Architect[/h2]

Step into the role of a Warden in "Prison Architect," where every decision you make shapes the lives within your prison walls. Design, build, and manage your prison with precision, balancing security with the needs of your inmates. This simulation game will test your strategic abilities as you create a facility that’s both secure and efficient.

“Prison Architect is a triumphant simulator that almost perfectly captures the world of prison building and administration.”

GamingTrend

[h2]Back To The Dawn[/h2]

Play as a wrongfully imprisoned fox journalist entangled in a shadowy conspiracy. Experience the suspense and thrills of prison life and exploit any weakness. Manipulate and scheme. Make friends (or foes) with fellow inmates and engineer a daring escape to clear your name.

“This is one of the best prison games I have ever played.”

Call Me Kevin

So, are you ready to dive into these strategic challenges and experience the ultimate prison life? Buy the bundle, buy the games, and immerse yourself in these two incredible indie titles today!

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/45767/Ultimate_Prison_Life/

[h2]One Year Anniversary Celebration![/h2]
We can’t believe it’s almost been a year since Back to the Dawn launched! Over the past year, we’ve been working hard to improve the game by refining balance, adding new story content, and responding to player feedback.

As we approach this milestone, rest assured that we’re committed to delivering the full Black Panther storyline and continuing to fine-tune the game to create the best experience possible. We look forward to bringing even more exciting updates your way! We might also be hosting some giveaways on our socials soon—so keep your eyes peeled!

Thank you all again for your incredible support over this past year, and we can't wait to share what’s next with you.

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