Begraved Developer Vlog Is Back!

[h2]Welcome, Gravebound![/h2][p]It's Jade, the community manager for Begraved. Welcome to our second Dev vlog? vlod? video? We’ve got a lot to go over so by all means watch while ya downloading Super Meatboy 3D demo or carry on reading this summary! [/p]

• [p]What we’ve been working on since the Steam page launched[/p]
• [p]Key feedback from alpha testers[/p]
• [p]Big gameplay improvements[/p]
• [p]A sneak peek at what’s coming next[/p]

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h2]Community Feedback & Reception[/h2][p]The response since the Steam page launch has been incredible, thank you to all that helped spread the word, we continue to grow with Wishlists, follows and playtest requests, the feedback especially during playtests is already re-shaping the game[/p][p]✅ Want to join future playtests?[/p]

• [p]Request Access via Steam[/p]
• [p]Join our Discord for info about future playtests and updates[/p]
• [p]Wishlist and follow Begraved on Steam to support us and stay notified of next tests[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Alpha Testing Insights[/h2][p]We invited 100 players to a special Discord alpha before the Steam page went live.[/p][p]Key Takeaways:[/p]

• [p]Onboarding matters: Players wanted more guidance without feeling patronized[/p]
• [p]Solution: We’re adding an optional tutorial for those who want extra help[/p]
• [p]Bug fixes: Many issues resolved, but we’re still improving[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Gameplay Improvements[/h2][p][/p][p]Lighting & Atmosphere[/p]

• [p]Adjusted gamma settings for better visibility while keeping the spooky vibe[/p]

[p]Enemies[/p]

• [p]Tweaked movement patterns[/p]
• [p]Added new abilities to keep encounters challenging[/p]

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Tools: Hammer & Pickaxe[/h2][p][/p][p]Hammer[/p]

• [p]Old role: Smash urns and break doors[/p]
• [p]New role: Build scaffolding, planks and barricades for defense or access[/p]

[p]Pickaxe[/p]

• [p]New tool: Mine through ruined walls, break urns, and more!
  
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[p][/p][h2]Inventory & Team Strategy[/h2]

• [p]Tools are no longer unlimited so choose wisely[/p]
• [p]Stock replenishes after each run, plus tools can be found during crypt dives[/p]
• [p]Encourage team roles: Miner, hammer wielder, light bearer, co-ordinate![/p]
• [p]Solo players: We’re balancing for you too
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[h2]Customization & Trap Balancing[/h2][p][/p]

• [p]New suit colors added[/p]
• [p]More clothing options coming soon[/p]
• [p]Trap adjustments: Reduced effectiveness for fairer monster encounters[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Playtesting & Community Streams[/h2]

• [p]Over 5,000 playtest requests on Steam! Crazy stuff[/p]
• [p]We’re gradually sending invites and opening more spots[/p]
• [p]Join our Discord for feedback and sneak peek casual dev streams
  
  PS, we have posted the latest Alpha playtest patch notes in the Begraved forums if you want more details or have been selected to play this week[/p]

[p][/p][h2]What’s Next?[/h2][p]We’ll be a bit quiet over the holidays as the team takes a well-deserved break, but expect big news in the new year![/p][p]✅ Support Begraved:[/p]

• [p]Wishlist on Steam[/p]
• [p]Follow our socials[/p]
• [p]Give feedback on playtests[/p]

[p]Thank you for being part of this journey. Until next time, Gravebounders Later's[/p][p]Jade CM [/p]