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Devlog #2: The Families and the Underworld

[p]Hello Everyone,[/p][p]Greetings from the Complex Universe team! Welcome to our third development log. Today, we want to dive into the criminal underworld of Silent Authority: Blood and Bourbon and talk about the Families (or: How We Made Our Own Lives Harder!).[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]1920s New York is a massive, living ecosystem, and in our game, the city is divided among 14 distinct crime families hailing from 5 different ethnic backgrounds: Italian, Irish, African American, American, and Chinese.[/p][p]We wanted the city to feel truly alive and reactive. While your journey begins in the heart of Manhattan, the rest of 1920s New York, including Brooklyn, Harlem, and beyond has already been largely implemented and integrated into the overarching gameplay loop.[/p][p]Each of these 14 families isn't just a different color on the map. They have their own mindset, strengths, growth styles, and controlled territories. To achieve this, we developed an AI system where behavior and characteristics are shaped by multiple factors. A family's growth philosophy might lean towards honoring old traditions or pushing for fast expansion. Their leadership approach dictates how they rule, whether through respect or pure fear. These elements ensure that dealing with each faction requires a completely different strategy.[/p][p][/p][p]🔥 To support us and stay updated, please add our game to your Steam Wishlist: [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]If you want to be a part of our development process, share your thoughts, or just chat with our community, you can always reach us through the channels below:[/p][p]See you in the next update![/p][p]The Complex Universe Team[/p]

Devlog #1: Map Designs and the Vibe of the Streets

[p]Hello Everyone,[/p][p]Greetings from the Complex Universe team! Following last week's announcement, we are here with our first development log. Today, we want to talk about the map designs and the world we are building for Silent Authority Blood and Bourbon.[/p][p][/p][p]When our game launches in Early Access, we want to have a significant number of open-area maps available. Of course, we also have indoor maps and we put the same care into them, but our greatest desire is to let players fully experience the authentic, gloomy, and dangerous street atmosphere of those days. That is why we are putting a special focus on outdoor environments.[/p][p]During the map creation phase, we are working on the level design individually and meticulously. We are carefully constructing every detail and every corner of the streets. While doing this, we made sure that all the props and structures in the game are completely modular. Thanks to this modular system, we can build streets that are not only performance-friendly but also much more varied, rich, and realistic.[/p][p]If you want to be a part of our development process, share your thoughts on the map designs, or just chat with our community, you can always reach us through the channels below:[/p][p][/p][p]Discord: https://discord.gg/T34qbxw6[/p][p]Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/SilentAuthority/[/p][p]Website: https://www.cxuni.com/[/p][p]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complexuniverse_/[/p][p][/p][p]See you next week with another update![/p][p]The Complex Universe Team[/p]

Important Update: Silent Authority Release Window

[p]Hello Everyone,[/p][p][/p][p]We at Complex Universe have an important update to share with you regarding the development of Silent Authority Blood and Bourbon.[/p][p][/p][p]As many of you know, we originally planned to launch the game in Early Access during Q1. However, we have made the decision to delay our release window to the beginning of Q3.[/p][p]The reason for this is simple: We don't want to use the "Early Access" label as an excuse to release something that we aren't fully satisfied with. We are deeply committed to delivering a product that is truly playable, polished, and reflects the hard work and passion we've poured into it.[/p][p]Additionally, a few months ago, we shared a basic demo version of the game with selected players who reached out to us via Discord. The incredibly valuable feedback we gathered from them played a huge role in this decision, helping us take the game to a much better level.[/p][p]Silent Authority Blood and Bourbon will still be an Early Access title, but with this extra time, it will launch as a much more complete experience. You can expect a wider variety of map options and many more features that we will be revealing along the way. We won't leave you in the dark while you wait. Starting today, we commit to sharing at least one announcement or development update with you every single week. If you want to be part of the development process, share your thoughts, or just hang out with us, you can always reach us through the channels below:[/p][p]Discord: [/p][p]https://discord.gg/T34qbxw6[/p][p]Website: [/p][p]https://www.cxuni.com/[/p][p]Instagram: [/p][p]https://www.instagram.com/complexuniverse_/[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for your patience, your understanding, and your continued support. We can’t wait to show you what we’ve been working on![/p][p]The Complex Universe Team[/p]