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Progress Report #112: April 2024

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Adventurers,

Welcome back to our quick overview of VoidBound's development journey for the month of April.

Let's start with some art related updates:

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As the upcoming release draws nearer, our artist is diligently wrapping up the remaining concept tasks. At the forefront of these tasks are the robot defeat scenes, which have now entered the final stages of rendering.

In addition, the formidable mini-boss, The Warden, is poised to unleash chaos! His combat sprites and standing art have been fully prepared for implementation, with only a few finishing touches remaining on some combat assets.

Furthermore, significant strides have been made in the development of boss sprites and related CG works, and we're thrilled with the progress thus far.

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Meanwhile, our writers have been tweaking the Iron Maiden Scene to enhance its impact.

Additionally, we are revamping VoidBound's core description, which was conceived at the beginning of development. With the game's launch on Steam's Early Access approaching, it's the perfect time for a more polished introduction. Stay tuned for an updated overview!

Lastly, our efforts to improve and streamline tutorials, menus, and pages have continued throughout the week. Our goal is to ensure both new and returning players be able to easily navigate the game mechanics.

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Our latest alpha build, which includes nearly all new game elements, is currently undergoing rigorous testing. Thanks to the invaluable help and feedback from our community, we've identified and addressed various dialogue issues and unintended scenario loops.

Additionally, a range of new scenes have been implemented, including the Trap Scene (Iron Maiden), Stuck in Floor Trap Scene, and Conveyor Trap. Whether it's the bots' penchant for ambushing their foes or a reflection of the underground infrastructure's serious disrepair, Caly seems to get caught in some rather "naughty" scenarios pretty frequently.

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With that, we bid adieu to another week as well as another month of hard work on the game. A lot of things are set to unfurl in May with the impending Early Access launch, so we're definitely looking forward to bringing you those exciting unveils and updates!

Till then, take care and stay awesome~

Kind Regards,

Cursed-Atelier Team
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Guilty Force IS OUT NOW!

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Guilty Force Wish of the Colony is OUT NOW on Steam!

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This 2.5D sci-fi/cyberpunk platformer focuses on side-scrolling platforming action, and multiple approaches in gameplay with a branching optional visual novel storyline that is sure to entertain with a lively, unique, and diverse cast of characters. Guilty Force is a blend of both classic Western and anime influences that bring a fresh look to a familiar genre, inspired by media both new and classic, such as Deus Ex, Mass Effect, and more!



- Over 100 animations
- Go head first into combat or stealth your way through - you have multiple ways of solving the task;
- Over 40 unlockable sex scenes
- Optional visual novel storyline with enough content to satisfy those who don't like action gameplay!
- 27 bumpin' tunes to immerse you in the world of Guilty Force.
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VoidBound Entering Steam Early Access!

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We're thrilled to share with you all that after years of hard work and dedication, VoidBound has passed STEAM's review process with flying colors!

This marks a significant milestone in the development journey of our game as the game will now move into Early Access with the latest version available on May 24th!

If you like to read more about the early access check out the official post here: https://steamcommunity.com/app/2500710/



VoidBound is a sci-fi ero tactics RPG where you play as an engineer on a mission to free the Earth after it’s caught in the crossfire of an intergalactic alien war.

You go on an odyssey across the universe, spanning multitudes of planets and alien species mankind has never seen before.



- Visit many unique planets filled with dozens of maps and colorful characters
- Turnbased grid combat with battle damage and lewd animations
- Animated sex scenes to unlock along with dozens of story rich lewd images
- Rich story to entangle you in the world of Voidbound and its cast
- Voice work by NSFW Superstar Pixiewillow



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VoidBound Is Entering Steam Early Access!


Greetings, Intrepid Void Explorers!

We're thrilled to share with you all that after years of hard work and dedication, VoidBound has passed STEAM's review process with flying colors!

This marks a significant milestone in the development journey of our game as the game will now move into Early Access with the latest version available on May 24th! 

What is Early Access? 

Steam Early Access is a precursor stage that allows players to access and play games that are still in development. It's a unique opportunity for you to experience VoidBound firsthand, provide feedback, and be part of shaping its final version.

Brief Overview of the Game and The Upcoming Update:

For those who might be new to our community, VoidBound is a cosmic tale centered around Caly, a wayward Engineer forced to reckon with the realities of extra terrestrial lifeforms. Pulled into a strange galaxy, Caly must fight to survive against hostile aliens, sultry bounty hunters and more as she tries to find a way to find her path in her new extraordinary circumstances.

Envisioned at the dawn of 2020, VoidBound is a sci-fi RPG saga that that has gone through multiple revisions overtime. While the fundamental concept and story direction has largely remained unchanged, the graphics and game-play elements have been renewed and remade extensively.

Which brings us to the latest update that will go live on Steam come 24th!

So, what will be new and what has changed?

  • Explore the Revamped Tripteen Dungeon: Embark on a thrilling odyssey through the completely overhauled Tripteen dungeon, now featuring a fresh layout, new challenges, and an engaging narrative filled with rich lore.

    Prepare to delve deeper into its mysterious depths and encounter unique enemies!
  • Revamped Combat Mechanics: Discover new combat mechanics that add depth and excitement to battles. And yes, skills for both the player and enemy.
  • Enhanced Tutorials: Experience fresh lessons with new intuitive tutorials, including a overhauled combat tutorial, to help you master the aforementioned new mechanics.
  • New Cut-In Display: Immerse yourself in the action with a new cut-in display feature that enhances new combat visuals, and yes again, they are of the very naughty variety.
  • Improved Loot System: Enjoy an enhanced loot system that rewards exploration and combat prowess, if you throw it down on the regular. If not..
  • Introducing the Knockout System: Not a fan of brawl all the time? Not a problem! Introducing the new knockout system that will allow you to make quick work of random trash.. at the cost of less loot.

And more that we will detail on the eve of the Early Access release!!

What's Next?

Launching VoidBound on Steam has always been our primary goal, and we are thrilled to have reached this pivotal milestone. Our commitment to improving VoidBound remains steadfast—we will continue to follow our roadmap and elevate the game along its intended path.

For those who are still on the fence, you too can play a vital role in shaping the future of VoidBound. By purchasing the Early Access version on Steam, you not only support our development efforts but also gain the opportunity to contribute directly to the game's evolution.

Thank You!!

On a final note, we'd like express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for believing in VoidBound and supporting our team through this journey. Your faith and enthusiasm is invaluable, to us and we can't wait to find out how it all unfolds as we near the finish line.

Let's embark on this final stretch, together.

Kind Regards,

Cursed-Atelier Team

Progress Report #111: April 2024

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[h3]Public Discord: https://discord.com/invite/tG7DKBa[/h3]

Hello, everyone!

Welcome back to another edition of our weekly progress report. This one has a quite a bit to unpack, so lets get right into it!

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Continuing on the tasks from last week, new sprite work was developed for multiple NPCs, including for The Warden- formidable mini-boss of the Tripteen Underground.

Additionally, the Tripteen Normal Enemy Defeat scene has made significant strides and has reached the lineart stage.

The only things left for the Mini-Boss are the Combat standing art and Combat Cut-ins, which are now in the concept stages. For clarity, cut-ins are the in-combat images that show Caly's current state as she faces down her enemies.

And lastly, to enhance user experience, UI elements are being refined further, both in and out of combat. Expect a polished and streamlined visual layout that complements our game's immersive world!

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The writing phase for the intense Iron Maiden Trap scene has been edited and completed!

Writers have now moved on to the new process of drafting the scene outline for the next chapter in Tripteen. This scene marks the final piece of the puzzle, and we're aiming to have the draft ready before the end of the month.

We're also enhancing and expanding our tutorial further. Our focus is to empower both old and new players to navigate VoidBound's intricate systems with ease. Expect detailed guidance on crafting essentials, including the creation of Suit Repair Kits and the application of Weapon Mods to Caly's arsenal.

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Speaking of the tutorial, our coders have started working closely with the rest of the team developing a new guide segment for a smoother- more intuitive learning experience.

We've also added all the main coding for each separate stage of the Tripteen Dungeon bringing to life the twists and turns of the zone's challenging environment.

Additionally, coding work of our Mini-Boss encounter is now complete as well. Keep an eye out for this one as we're gearing up to integrate special cut-ins for Caly's epic battle with this formidable foe!

Enemies have also been strategically placed within the dungeon, and their patrol routes methodically set. With careful planning and observation, Caly can navigate around them to dodge them or spring a lethal ambush, which leads into the next update:

The New Looting System: Enemies now have a loot table that will drop items depending if you killed them in combat or eliminated them with a sneak attack. Engage in direct combat and be rewarded with more loot, or stealthily assassinate enemies for less rewards but time saved.

Finally, we're also in the process of deploying miscellaneous improvements to various gameplay mechanics including, but not limited to, Quest Log navigation, Movement Points, and the new struggle mechanic.

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And that is all for this one! Thank you for joining us on this journey, and stay tuned for more exciting updates next week!

Kind Regards,

Cursed-Atelier Team

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