Dicealot News

[p]Hello everyone!

It's been a while since we've met on another Behind the Dice - we've been busy busy getting the game shaped up and ready for launch! We're less than a week away, can you believe that?? We're still pinching ourselves over here. It's been such a fun journey and we've been so happy to have you along with us, supporting us, leaving reviews and feedback - the whole deal!

And on that note, this week we asked the devs: What are some of the biggest things you've learned through the development process of the game?[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]It's an endless list really, especially as this is our first independent game we have been wholly responsible for. I think the most useful stuff for us going forward usually falls into one of two camps: things we don’t like doing, and things we are bad at. [/p][p][/p][p]Being acutely aware of your own shortcomings is important for something like this I would wager, we know better where to spend our time and what to seek feedback on. We also know for the future how to develop titles that can avoid much of what we dislike, as well as where we should outsource talent for specific skills we lack. [/p][p][/p][p]There is also a very long list of lessons we’ve learnt about best practices, technical aptitude and production, but I think these are things everyone would learn on a first time project like ours.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Some fine lessons if you ask me - and also some hope for another game maybe? 👀[/p][p][/p][p]Let us know your excitement level on a scale of 1-10 for the Dicealot launch - I give myself an 11[/p][p][/p]

[h2]Hear ye, hear ye![/h2][p]
The announcement you have been waiting for is here! Following our grand reveal at the Convergence Games Showcase, we are thrilled to announce that Dicealot shall be released upon the kingdom to all you eager and loyal dice rollers on October 9th![/p][p][/p][p]Mark thy calendars, for on this auspicious date, all strategists may finally test their mettle in the high-risk, high-rewards battle to save our beloved King Arthur![/p][p]
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h3]🎬 New Trailer![/h3][p][/p][p]Our scribes have prepared moving images to commemorate this momentous occasion! Witness the grandeur of Dicealot as Queen Gwynevere and the King's faithful knights fight their way through a hoard of powerful enemies![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]The time draws near when your strategy and perseverance shall be tested, the path to your own victory forged and the kingdom restored.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]To celebrate the launch date announcement, we're running a quiz competition! Half the questions are based on Dicealot, and half the questions are about fellow medieval roguelike The Royal Writ. [/p][p][/p][p]Every correct answer = 1 chance to win. That means you'll have a chance to win even if you're only familiar with Dicealot, but the odds are higher if you also know The Royal Writ! All answers can be found in the demos. [/p][p][/p][h3]Take the quiz here! [/h3][p]PRIZE: 1x Steam key for either Dicealot or The Royal Writ (winner's choice!) [/p][p]DEADLINE: Thursday, 25 September 2025 16:00 BST[/p][p]Terms & Conditions apply.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Be sure to wishlist the game and join the Discord legion to stay up to date with all things Dicealot. Fear not - our demo shall tide thee over until the glorious day![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]
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[p]After Six One Indie tomorrow, we'll be in yet another showcase![/p][p][/p][p]We're in this year's Convergence Games Showcase (we're shaping up to be quite a big deal, not to toot our own horn or anything). With hosts like CohhCarnage, Dexbonus, Yogscast's own Ravs and Sips and more, it's sure to be a fantastic showcase! [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h3]Where to watch[/h3][p][/p][p]The Convergence Games Showcase will be streamed on their YouTube Channel, so click the button below to subscribe and stay tuned! The showcase will also be streamed on Twitch and Steam! [/p][p][/p][p]Convergence Games Showcase [/p][p][/p][p]When: September 18th at 11:30AM PT / 2:30PM ET / 7:30PM BST [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Two showcases in one day? Absolutely spoiled. [/p][p][/p][p]P.S., We may even have a little announcement for you guys in the Convergence Games Showcase, let us know if you catch it![/p]

[h2]Six One Indie Showcase [/h2][p][/p][p]The wonderful folk over at Six One Indie have put together a showcase of incredible indie games and guess what - we're going to be a part of it! It's such an honour to be besides so many incredible titles being made by other indie teams like ourselves. There's so much talent and creativity out there, you definitely don't want to miss this showcase![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Where to watch[/h3][p][/p][p]The showcase will be streaming via IGN, GameSpot and Six One Indie's channels so be sure to tune in![/p][p][/p][p]Save the date - 18th September at 8:50AM PT / 11:50AM ET / 4:50PM BST[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p]

[p]This week on Behind the Dice, we asked the devs: What was the process of recording the voice overs for the characters like?[/p][p][/p][p]Luckily I have a lot of gregarious friends! Although I am of the firm belief that anyone can do VO, everyone has a great natural voice that can be used for fantastic characters, its just a case of finding the right fit. For Dicealot, I gathered some of my close friends (and my better half), and we winged most of it. I always have some lines written for each character, but its usually about half the necessary VO, and then we ad-lib the other half. [/p][p][/p][p]Its generally a case of me laying out what I thought about for the characters personality, and then whoever wants to do a take for them, we just go with that. There's some back and forth and little directing by me, but its really an exercise in silliness for the most part. Its always one of my favourite days for game production, even if I then have to spend hours cutting around the off-mic laughter to get the good takes![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]I couldn't get any photos of them in the process of recording the VO, and I am not an artist by any means. So instead, here is my stick figure rendition of friends having fun recording some voice overs! [/p][p][/p][p]....Just pretend you can see the fun through their expressionless faces. [/p][p][/p][p][/p]