Telegraphist 1920: Beats of War News

[h3]Dear telegraphists![/h3]
We've been deep in the trenches to show you some of new ACT II that will be within the game, along with Lviv location. Additionally, we were working on 3D cutscenes and the frozen exile of Siberia… Let’s break it all down!

[h2]Welcome to Lviv (ACT II)[/h2]
Warsaw Citadel (which is currently in Demo) was just the beginning! In ACT II, you step into Lviv Polytechnic, sending Morse code messages from a tenement flat deep inside the Lviv city.


Why Lviv? This was the launch point for the 1920 Kiev Offensive, a key moment in history: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiev_offensive_(1920)


🎥 Want a deeper dive? Watch our YouTube short:
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[h2]Pre-Rendered 3D Cutscenes – March to Siberia[/h2]
Take a first look at Siberia, a brutal exile destination for prisoners, inspired by the 1866 painting "March to Siberia" by Artur Grottger.



Artur Grottger, "March to Siberia", 1866, photo: Muzeum Wojska Polskiego in Warsaw

[h2]Telegraphist 1920 at PGC London[/h2]
We took Telegraphist 1920 across the sea to PG Connects London - and the UK gamers loved it!

We met with various publishers and the future Nintendo Switch port looks promising! 👀



Also - Did you see our recent full Steam Deck support update?
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2584510/view/529835367727104449

[h2]👥 Join the Community![/h2]

💬 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/J9rtH5rVun

📰 Mailing List (Newsletter): https://telegraphist1920.com


🚀 More updates soon - Godspeed! ❤️

[h2]New Demo[/h2]
New demo is coming Tomorrow (Friday) at 7 PM GMT.

We have worked on so many features that we think you will be very happy with the progress!

New features include: Mastery System, New Animations, New Optional Tutorials, Full Controller and Steam Deck Support, New iteration of UI/UX and much more!

[h2]Full Controller and Steam Deck Support[/h2]
(Including haptics and vibrations!)

You can now play the demo with any controller and complete it from start to finish (only the Level Editor remains unsupported!).

(Oh mighty Valve, please add us to your manual queue for Steam Deck Verified! 🙏)

[h2]New Animations[/h2]
Feel much more dynamic during sudden events, such as reparing the telegraph or changing frequency.

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[h2]RPG Mastery System[/h2]
Recently, we were designing a system that would reward player for learning Morse code and at the same time satisfy rhythm players. Here's what we've come up with...

Based on how many times you tapped properly Morse letters you now gain levels for each of them. You can track the experience points (XP) in the Hub:



Here you can see example of Mastery level in action:

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(Also: there will be English translation under Morse code text, if you can read fast enough!)

As you can see this system could be a great foundation for learning Morse code and at the same time increase difficulty level.

Just imagine other campaigns made by community trying to convey own messages, tell story with it. Level Editor is already finished to make custom levels, but we will definitely focus on more content for players and Steam Workshop integrity in the near future.

REMEMBER. TOMORROW. AT 7 PM GMT. NEW UPDATE FOR TELEGRAPHIST 1920 DEMO

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2613430/Telegraphist_1920_Beats_of_War_Demo/

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https://telegraphist1920.com

[h3]Dear Telegraphists,[/h3]

We never thought in our lifetimes that we are going to be featured along with such incredible games!

We are proud to announce that Telegraphist 1920: Beats of War got to The Game Awards for Games Who Can't Afford the Game Awards!

On the event, you will see exclusive 15-second highlight as a teaser of our game. Please tell everyone you know that may be interested in rhythm or historical or narrative aspect such as ours.

Write that down:

• Date: Friday, December 13
  
• Time: 5:00 PM UTC / 6:00 PM CET / 12:00 PM ET
  
• Where: TGAGWCAGA YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TGAGWCAGA

Additionally, during the showcase we will giveaway 10x Decorporation keys, more info here:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1968950/view/508440279880041013

Fingers crossed!

[h3]Welcome![/h3]

If you haven’t been following us on Discord recently (be sure to join our Discord), we recently attended Poznań Game Arena 2024, organized in collaboration with the Indie Games Poland Foundation. Huge thanks to them and our fellow exhibitors, especially FolkOrigin, who had a booth next to ours!



Alongside our immersive booth setup, we showcased a new private demo at the event! And guess what... we’ve just released a new update for the public demo on Steam. Now you can try out the new features yourself!

[h3]Changelog - Update 0.15.6-demo:[/h3]

• New character in the Hub - Zosia. You can chat with her in Hub Levels 2, 4, and 6.
• New gameplay mechanic - Frequency Match. Use the arrow keys to match upcoming frequencies.
• Level 5 has been completely reworked for the new QTE mechanics.
  
• All levels are now better balanced for gameplay.
  
• Added a sound effect when you enter the "Missed" state during gameplay.
  
• Added highlights to specific parts of Morse code to assist with learning (we’re continuing to work on progression and learning features).
  
• Weather now affects the Hub and Gameplay, enhancing the emotional depth of the story.
  
• Improved Main Menu visuals.
  
• And much more...
  

Even Lara Croft enjoyed playing our new demo of Telegraphist 1920: Beats of War!

Godspeed!

[h2]Hello gents and ladies![/h2]

It's been a while as we've been cooking some new stuff under radar.
But finally, we are ready to telegraph interesting messages to you!

[h2]New Telegraphist on Board[/h2]
Following previous month, Julia joined us as a new graphic artist - she will be working on new characters, UI assets and marketing graphics. This new character (first concept) and new Key Art was created by her!




[h2]New Key Art[/h2]
We discussed how to incorporate our vision to make the new Key Art consistent with the game and it's time to unveil new art for Telegraphist 1920: Beats of War. This fresh coat of paint will accompany you now on Steam page alongside with new logo:




[h2]Upcoming Steam Rhythm Fest[/h2]
Telegraphist 1920: Beats of War is taking part in upcoming Steam Rhythm Fest 2024. Starting from 19 August 10 am PDT we will share a new demo for this very occasion.



📅 Steam Rhythm Fest Dates: August 19-26, 10 am PDT

[h2]New Demo[/h2]
Along with new key art, we have been working on content for new demo including some new gameplay mechanics, more visual effects and preparing Level Editor...

...to be used by everyone!

That's right! We'll be putting alpha version of Level Editor publicly available for everyone. So you can create your own levels, save and send to your friends.

With that, we will also soon announce level contest on our Discord server, so if you aren't there... what are you waiting for?!

[h2]Remember to wishlist Telegraphist 1920: Beats of War:[/h2]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2584510


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