Devlog #2 - Winter Is Here
[h2]We're back with another devlog[/h2]
Hey everyone!
We're back with some early presents! In our second installment of this devlog we'll tell you all (well, not all) about the upcoming update, as well as share our vision of Secret Neighbor's future - a future that we will shape together with you.
And if you prefer the video version, here it is:
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[h2]Christmas Update[/h2]
New Map
If there’s one thing you can be certain of, it’s that every Christmas in Secret Neighbor will be special. And this one is no exception! In our first devlog we alluded to a new map, mentioning how Hello Neighbor players would appreciate it. It’s time to lift the veil of secrecy! Just a tiny bit.
As you might have guessed, the new map is based on the Neighbor’s house from Act 1 of Hello Neighbor. But it’s not merely a backdrop for the game of cat and mouse - if you know what you’re looking for, you might find some insights into Nicky’s disappearance...
Level Editor Updates
Teased in the first devlog, the Level Editor changes are coming with the Christmas update. Build more creative levels with the system of switches, controlling various fences, ladders, and other mechanisms. Let us know if you have any crazy level design ideas and we’ll do our best to provide you with the necessary tools in the future Level Editor updates!
Snowfight Mode
Apart from the new map, you can expect, of course, new Christmas skins and decorations, some fun activities... and a whole new limited-time mode! Snowfight is a quick team deathmatch mode where players can hone their aim and movement. This limited-time mode is the first of its kind, and we plan on bringing more elaborate game modes to rotation in the future.
[h2]The future of the Level Editor - the Game Mode Editor[/h2]
Now, let’s talk a bit about the future of Secret Neighbor, beyond the Christmas update. the snowball mode is fun, and we’ll spice up things every now and then with other limited time modes, but what about real variety and longevity?
This is you come in. Have an insane idea for a game mode? Want to play a custom game of prop hunt with your friends? Have everyone play as Butcher Neighbors and hook each other into oblivion? We’ll provide the tools. In 2021 we’re transforming Level Editor into a full-blown Game Mode Editor to power your creativity. In the video version of this devlog you can check a couple of examples that we’ve put together for this devlog using an early version of the Editor.
We invite all of our talented modders and mapmakers to join the discussion - let us know here in the comments or on our Discord, which tools and capabilities you'd like to see in the Game Mode Editor to fully express yourselves.
[h2]The Survey[/h2]
Here it is!
Since the last balancing survey in September, we've introduced a number of balance tweaks, as well as a whole new Neighbor class. That means that it's time for another survey! It's pretty much the same as the previous one, with the addition of the Butcher questions. Answering the same questions might not be super fun, but we need to make them similar in order to analyze the data against the previous surveys, ensuring that we understand as best as possible how our playerbase feels about the balance.
And just to be sure, here's the survey link once again: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SNbalance1220
[h2]Conclusion[/h2]
We can't thank you enough for all the feedback, both on the game itself and on everything surrounding it. As always, if you have any suggestions about the devlog format, the game itself or anything else Secret Neighbor-related, please let us know in the comments or shoot a message to on of our Community Managers on Discord.
Catch you later!
Peli & Hologryph team
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Hey everyone!
We're back with some early presents! In our second installment of this devlog we'll tell you all (well, not all) about the upcoming update, as well as share our vision of Secret Neighbor's future - a future that we will shape together with you.
And if you prefer the video version, here it is:
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
[h2]Christmas Update[/h2]
New Map
If there’s one thing you can be certain of, it’s that every Christmas in Secret Neighbor will be special. And this one is no exception! In our first devlog we alluded to a new map, mentioning how Hello Neighbor players would appreciate it. It’s time to lift the veil of secrecy! Just a tiny bit.
As you might have guessed, the new map is based on the Neighbor’s house from Act 1 of Hello Neighbor. But it’s not merely a backdrop for the game of cat and mouse - if you know what you’re looking for, you might find some insights into Nicky’s disappearance...
Level Editor Updates
Teased in the first devlog, the Level Editor changes are coming with the Christmas update. Build more creative levels with the system of switches, controlling various fences, ladders, and other mechanisms. Let us know if you have any crazy level design ideas and we’ll do our best to provide you with the necessary tools in the future Level Editor updates!
Snowfight Mode
Apart from the new map, you can expect, of course, new Christmas skins and decorations, some fun activities... and a whole new limited-time mode! Snowfight is a quick team deathmatch mode where players can hone their aim and movement. This limited-time mode is the first of its kind, and we plan on bringing more elaborate game modes to rotation in the future.
[h2]The future of the Level Editor - the Game Mode Editor[/h2]
Now, let’s talk a bit about the future of Secret Neighbor, beyond the Christmas update. the snowball mode is fun, and we’ll spice up things every now and then with other limited time modes, but what about real variety and longevity?
This is you come in. Have an insane idea for a game mode? Want to play a custom game of prop hunt with your friends? Have everyone play as Butcher Neighbors and hook each other into oblivion? We’ll provide the tools. In 2021 we’re transforming Level Editor into a full-blown Game Mode Editor to power your creativity. In the video version of this devlog you can check a couple of examples that we’ve put together for this devlog using an early version of the Editor.
We invite all of our talented modders and mapmakers to join the discussion - let us know here in the comments or on our Discord, which tools and capabilities you'd like to see in the Game Mode Editor to fully express yourselves.
[h2]The Survey[/h2]
Here it is!
Since the last balancing survey in September, we've introduced a number of balance tweaks, as well as a whole new Neighbor class. That means that it's time for another survey! It's pretty much the same as the previous one, with the addition of the Butcher questions. Answering the same questions might not be super fun, but we need to make them similar in order to analyze the data against the previous surveys, ensuring that we understand as best as possible how our playerbase feels about the balance.
And just to be sure, here's the survey link once again: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SNbalance1220
[h2]Conclusion[/h2]
We can't thank you enough for all the feedback, both on the game itself and on everything surrounding it. As always, if you have any suggestions about the devlog format, the game itself or anything else Secret Neighbor-related, please let us know in the comments or shoot a message to on of our Community Managers on Discord.
Catch you later!
Peli & Hologryph team
Follow us on social media:
