The Last Werewolf News

Hi everyone,

Everything is still on track for a September release!

Today, I'm sharing details about Lachie's next supernatural case.


[h2]Chapter Two's Case Revealed[/h2]
The time has finally come to drop the scoop on the case for Chapter Two, Drunken Crimson Witness.

In the wake of a cult hit film, 'Tainted Bloodlust', Lachie heads to Bittenborough, a town buzzing with tales of vampires and mystery. As tours and enthusiasts flood the streets, Lachie must sift through the hype to find the truth. Is there genuine vampire activity, or is it all just a clever publicity stunt?

Check out the first draft of the flyer for the Weekend Tour.





[h2]Patch Updates[/h2]
Currently, I have a couple of fantastic game dev student interns on the team as part of their studies. With their assistance, a lot of bugs are being found and squashed as we speak. You may see some patch updates over the next few weeks. I’m beyond grateful for their help.



[h2]New Update Tracking System[/h2]
As the project continues to develop, I’ve noticed my current tracking system getting a little cluttered. So, I’ll be changing things up a little. You can now go to a Google site and monitor documents there: https://sites.google.com/view/thelastwerewolf-updatetracker/home
The old document is still available to be viewed, however, I will remove it from public view when Chapter Two is released.

Hello Everyone,

It seems there was a tiny hiccup in the latest patch, version 0.1.2.1.

A game object was inadvertently left on. While it doesn't cause any gameplay issues, I understand that it could disrupt the immersion of the game, which is certainly not my intention.

So, I've quickly corrected this oversight and have rolled out the new patch, version 0.1.2.2

I’m excited to introduce Zion, a student intern joining me for the next month. His impressive work so far has helped identify some critical bugs that required immediate attention. This patch will address some of those major issues, thanks to Zion's diligent contributions.


[h3]Here's what's new:[/h3]

[h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• Cultural Centre - Daniel Conversation: Fixed a bug that was preventing progression. Players were previously unable to initiate a conversation with Daniel under certain scenarios. This issue has been resolved, and players should now be able to interact with Daniel normally.
  
  
• Park - Day Three Issue: We've addressed an issue where players who had shifted in the park on Day 3 were being inadvertently transported to the swamp when attempting to interact. This has now been corrected, and you can continue your park adventures without unexpected teleportation.
  
  
• Cemetery and Swamp Colliders: We've fixed a bug where missing colliders could cause players to fall off the map in both the cemetery and swamp areas. These locations should now be fully secure and safe for exploration.
  

We're always working to improve your experience and fix bugs as soon as they're found. Thanks again for your support and feedback as we continue to make improvements.

Hey everyone!

Minor Update version 0.1.2.0 is here. So far it's been a journey of passion, coding, and a lot of caffeine, while I work on this in my personal time. Thank you again to those jumping in and supporting this game. You're all helping me keep motivated and stay on track.

Please note, with this update, I’m now introducing the new save system. As mentioned in previous announcements, this unfortunately means your previous saves will no longer be accessible. I understand this may be a bit of a bummer, but on the bright side, this is hopefully a one-off change, and I don't plan to make any more tweaks to this system. However, keep in mind that unforeseen issues might still crop up with future major updates. I'll be working hard to keep these potential issues to a minimum.

Also, I've made some changes to the Journal and Tablet. Now, the Tablet will be your go-to for all game-related information, and the Journal will focus on the main menu, Lore, and diary entries (which will be coming in a future update). My hope is that these changes make your navigation and information gathering a whole lot easier.

As always, your thoughts, questions, and feedback are always welcome. Feel free to share them via the Steam Community Hub or Discord. And should you encounter any bugs, please report them through the same channels.


[h3]Here's a quick TL;DR of what's new in Minor Update: 0.1.2.0:[/h3]

• Rolled out a new save system. Please note, previously saved data will no longer be compatible.
  
• Overhauled the Journal and Tablet. The Tablet will now be your primary source for all game info. The Journal will house the Lore and diary entries (available soon), plus a secondary main menu.
  
• Tackled some optimisation for smoother gameplay.
  
• Some minor bug fixes.
  

Image: The new tablet is up and running.



[h3]How's Chapter Two Going?[/h3]

I'm hard at work on Chapter Two. I might be getting a tad carried away with a little Easter egg in the game. In my defense, it'll help enrich the universe that much more.

The release date for Chapter Two has been nudged back slightly to September. However, I'll continue to provide monthly DevLog updates here on Steam so you stay in the loop. Currently, I'm only a month behind schedule, which keeps me fairly confident about staying on track for a full release in Q1 of 2024.

For another sneak peek into the upcoming chapter, just like how in Chapter One you could delve into a couple of books, this time you'll find some magazines to get your hands on. Here's a little taster:

Image: Just two of the magazines you can check out in chapter two.



[h3]Game Optimisation[/h3]

As I strive for an enhanced gaming experience, a key focus is improving the game's optimisation. However, I need your assistance in this endeavour. If you're encountering any performance issues, your feedback on your computer specs could prove invaluable. I've prepared a reporting form and would greatly appreciate it if you could spare a few moments to complete it.

Just a quick update on how things are going.

First off, I want to be transparent about the progress. I haven’t been quite as fast as I'd hoped because of some work and health-related issues that's come up. That said, I've been chipping away at the game in every spare moment I've got. Despite the slower pace, I’m still on track to hit the first Major Update milestone by late August or early September. But before we get there, I've still got Minor Update 2 planned in June/July.

Thanks for your continued support and patience. I know things have been a bit slower than I'd hoped, but I promise I'm giving it all I've got.




[h2]Minor Update 2 - June/July[/h2]

• Updated Save System: I've made some changes that should make saving your game more efficient. The previous system was clunky and had a couple of bugs, but now this shouldn’t be a problem as I’ve incorporated a middleware package to help out.
  
  
• New Tablet System: At first, the tablet only had Lachie's Website, but as I worked on Case Two, it became clear that I needed a better system for keeping track of everything. So, I'm spreading the important info across both the journal and the tablet.
  
  
• Lachie's Diary: Good news! Lachie's Diary is going to be unlocked with this update.
  

GIF above is the progress of the updated tablet.



[h2]Major Update 1 - August/September[/h2]

• Chapter Two: New case, new characters, and new locations.
  
  
• Shifting into a Playable Wolf: Uncontrolled shifting is still a thing, but now you'll be able to move around as a wolf in certain locations at specific times.
  

Image above is of the Bar in Chapter Two.



[h2]Upcoming Local Expo - Pixel Expo[/h2]
I’ve got some cool news to share. I’ll be showcasing The Last Werewolf at a local expo in Perth, WA on August 5-6! This will be the first time I'll publicly display the game and I couldn't be more excited - and honestly pretty nervous too. I'll be running a small booth throughout the weekend, where I'll have a short demo of the game available to play.