Who is Abby News

Greetings, Adventurers!

We are thrilled to announce that the free demo for Who is Abby is now available! Dive into the first chapter of our immersive first-person mystery adventure and get a taste of the intrigue and exploration that awaits.

[h2]About the Demo[/h2]
In this demo, you'll play through the first chapter, experiencing the first of many detailed environments, intuitive puzzles, and the narrative-driven gameplay that forms the heart of Who is Abby.

Explore meticulously crafted environments, interact with intriguing objects, and uncover the clues that will lead you to the truth. In this first chapter, you'll experience the game mechanics, get to know the protagonist Tom, and begin your journey of discovery into the unfolding mystery.

[h2]Full Game Release Date[/h2]
Mark your calendars! The full version of Who is Abby will be released on August 21, 2024. Prepare to go deeper and deeper into the mystery and uncover the secrets behind Abby's disappearance.

[h2]Pricing Information[/h2]
The full game will release with following prices:

• $19.99 USD
• £16.99 GBP
• €18.99 EUR

[h2]Early Access is still available[/h2]
If you don't want to wait for the full version you can still pick up the Early Access version at a reduced price. Once the full version is released, it will then automatically update to v1.0 at no additional cost. This is our way to say thank you for supporting us during these early stages.

[h2]Wishlist and Follow[/h2]
Don't forget to add Who is Abby to your wishlist and follow our page for the latest updates and news.

[h2]Thank You![/h2]
Thank you for your support and enthusiasm. We can't wait for you to experience the full adventure.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Best regards,
Cyberflux Games

We're thrilled to bring you what we're once again calling yet another final update of our Early Access phase. While we've previously hinted at final updates, this update truly sets the stage for the upcoming full release... Probably. We've overhauled several core aspects of the game to generally make it better and prepare for the grand release!

[h2]Major Highlights and What’s New:[/h2]

• Prologue Level Completely Revamped: We've done quite a bit with the first chapter, packing it with new activities and a richer narrative. There are even a few rather cool secrets, but you'll need the full version to find some of them... ;)
  
• Additional Checkpoints: We have massively increased the checkpoint density across all chapters, making coming and going more enjoyable.
  
• Redesigned Menu: The menu has been redesigned once again. It now has a fresh and more simple interface that’s not only sleeker but also optimised for controller use.
  
• Settings Overhaul: We've expanded the settings menu with additional options, including the ability to select ultra settings without needing to enable ray tracing, hopefully providing top performance across a broader range of hardware.
  
• Player Sticky Points Squashed: Numerous points where the player could get stuck have been fixed.
  
• Refined Path Restrictions: We've completely revamped how player movement is blocked to keep you on the intended path without escape.
  
• More Inspectable Objects: Discover many new items throughout the game, each adding depth to the story and environment. Or just listen to Tom's jaded view about a toaster, for example.
  
• Increased Narrative Focus: We’ve enriched the storyline with added details that highlight the game's lore and enhance the overall narrative impact—as long as you're paying attention, at least.
  
• Puzzle Enhancements: Tweaks to various puzzles to improve cohesion and integration with the game’s storyline.
  
• Anti-Backtracking Features: We put in a few new mechanisms across areas of levels to prevent backtracking, hopefully keeping you moving forward and focused.
  
• 100's of General Bug Fixes: Too many things to list but we've fixed tons and tons of bugs. An honourable mention is that the shed in the second chapter can no longer be passed through...
  

[h2]Important and exciting information[/h2]

We're genuinely excited for you to experience these improvements and can't wait to hear your feedback as we gear up for the full release. As always, thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm! Don't forget to join us on our Discord server for even more updates and fun stuff.

Additionally, the free playable demo will release on June 10th, 2024, and along with this, we will be announcing the official release date and pricing details for the full game. It's all very exciting!

[h2]Attention, Early Access Players![/h2]

We're excited to offer anyone that has already purchased the Early Access version an exclusive preview of Who Is Abby full version before its official release. If you've purchased Early Access, this is your chance to see what we've been working hard on and be able to play the complete game!

So What's Happening?:
- Request Your Access: Available now for all who've purchased Early Access.
- Limited-Time Preview: Play from May 17th until the morning of May 25th.
- Feedback: After exploring, share your thoughts to help us polish the final release.

You can get all the details and join by following either of these links:
- Steam Community Hub
- Discord

MAKE SURE YOU REQUEST ACCESS BEFORE FRIDAY!

[h3]Join us & help shape the final stages of the game![/h3]

Your participation and feedback are invaluable as we approach the official launch. Let's make Who Is Abby the best it can be together!


Thank you for your support and enthusiasm. See you in the game!

Hello, you gorgeous people!

We're thrilled to announce the new and last major update for Who is Abby - Early Access, bringing us only a touch away from the full release. This update isn't just about minor tweaks; it's a substantial overhaul that enhances nearly every aspect of the game. Here’s what you can expect:

Release Highlights:

• UI Overhaul: We've completely redesigned the user interface to make it sleeker and more intuitive.
  
• Revised Chapter Maps: Every chapter has been adjusted; some feature entirely new sections to explore.
  
• Puzzle Enhancements: We've expanded or adjusted multiple puzzles to provide new challenges and deeper engagement.
  
• New Puzzles: Discover new puzzles scattered throughout the game world for an added challenge.
  
• Interactive Icons: New icons now display over objects that can interact with other items, providing clues and enhancing gameplay intuitiveness.
  
• Dynamic Objectives Display: Key objectives now pop up at crucial moments to guide you through the game, ensuring you always know your next steps.
  
• Cutscene Improvements: Multiple cutscenes have been overhauled to enhance storytelling and visual flow.
  
• Audio Enhancements: A plethora of new sound effects have been implemented, along with a complete overhaul of footsteps SFX to enrich the auditory experience.
  
• Music and Sound Zones: Music has been fine-tuned, and new sound zones have been added to enhance the atmospheric impact.
  
• Animation Updates: New mocap animations for actions like holding a lighter or phone add more realism.
  
• Performance Optimisation: Whether you’re playing in Ultra RT mode or Low Non-RT mode, performance has been optimized to ensure smoother gameplay and higher framerates.
  
• Enhanced Checkpoints: Added multiple new checkpoints throughout the game to save your progress more frequently.
  
• Shortcuts: Special shortcuts have been added to key locations to help cut down on backtracking.
  
• Anti-Backtracking Features: Various mechanisms have been integrated to prevent backtracking and enhance game pacing.
  
• New Inspectable Items: Explore and interact with numerous new items scattered throughout the game world.
  
• Subtitle Improvements: Increased subtitle font size for better readability.
  
• Audio Controls: Added a master volume adjustment in the options menu for better audio control.
  
• Bug Fixes and Tweaks: We’ve ironed out numerous bugs, including fixes for map points where players could get stuck, and implemented many gameplay tweaks to enhance your experience.
  

Pricing Note:
A quick reminder, the current pricing is Early Access pricing, and the cost of the game will increase upon the launch of the full version. If you’ve purchased the Early Access version, you will have access to the full version at no extra cost.

We couldn't have come this far without your support and feedback. Thank you for being part of our community, and we look forward to hearing your thoughts on these updates!

While there will likely be a few bug fixes before release we do intend this to be the last major EA update. The next major one will be the full version release and we are very very excited to bring that to you.

Happy gaming,
Rory
Cyberflux Games

Check out this video for more details.
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Welcome to the latest update for Who Is Abby. After a few minor delays we are super pleased to bring you this brand new update. Its all very exciting as we pave the way for the full game release, we're overjoyed to introduce some awesome enhancements and crucial fixes that we have been working hard on.

But first....
[h2]Important Note for Existing Players: 🚨[/h2]
We have made some back stage adjustments to the control system and due to this please click the "Reset" button 🔄 in the settings menu. This will stop you seeing any control related anomalies during play.

[h2]Key Highlights:[/h2]

Storyline: 🗺️ We've added a feature to help understand your journey as Tom, hitting the Storyline button during the game will present a beautiful scene to help you understand where you've been and what you are trying to do. This should really bring something to enhancing navigation and story immersion.
Major Performance Overhaul: 🖥️ We've made a huge update to the graphics and performance. Expect better framerates in both Ray-Traced and Non-Ray-Traced modes. Also, the non Ray-Traced modes are looking better than ever!
Peaceful Mode: 🛡️With the new peaceful mode enabled, it is no longer possible for Tom to come to harm within the game.
Input Sensitivity Control: 🎚️ Adjust the game to your preferred play style with customisable control settings.
Skippable Cut-scenes: 🚀 We've added the ability to skip cut scenes.
Zoom!: 🔍 It is now possible to look a little closer at the items within the world. Keep your eye out for all the little details.

[h3]Enhancements:[/h3]
📲 Menu Overhaul: The redesign of the menu continues and it is coming together really nicely now! We even updated the Logo to make it a bit more readable
🛠️ Huge UI update: We have redone many of the UI elements including fonts and control icons to make it look better and easier to follow.
🔄 Updated Loading Screens: Slicker looking and more informative.
💾 Additional Save Points: We've added more checkpoints.
🗣️ New Dialogues and Sound FX: Lots of new bits and pieces added all around the world
🚶 New Character Animations: Just a few tweaks
🚶 More bananas: No not really, but I would of done if I was allowed.
🛠️ Level Design Adjustments: A few areas have been improved for play-ability
⚡ Optimized Level Streaming: As part of the performance upgrade.
🌟 Additional Ray Tracing Options: To make it a little easier to understand the settings in the menu.

[h3]Bug Fixes: [/h3]
- Replaced the music in menu
- Inspectable items no longer reposition if use button is spammed.
- Fixed more areas that you might get stuck in
- Fixed multiple subtitle typo's
- Resolved issue with some notes having UV artifacts around them.
- Increased lots of dialogues volumes
- increased lots of inspectables inspect size


Prepare for a richer, deeper, and more thrilling exploration of Clearwater. This update is a big step towards the full game release, and we're excited for you to experience the enhancements. Thank you for your continued support and feedback. It's an exciting time for Who Is Abby, and we can't wait for you to see what's next! 🎉

We'd love to hear your thoughts on these updates! Please come and share your experience in either the Community Hub on Steam or in our Discord. Your feedback is invaluable to us.