It's been a while since our last communication, and we're delighted to inform you that our publisher has granted us the support to our work on Re:Legend beyond version 1.0. This decision is crucial as there are still aspects we wish to enhance, furthermore, we’re still passionate about the project. After thoughtful discussions with our publisher, we're content with the outcome.
We express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has given us the opportunity to realize our dream as game developers and breathe life into Re:Legend. While we aspire to improve various aspects of the game, we also acknowledge the reality that each team member needs to provide for their families. We are committed to doing our best to contribute what we can to the game.
Wishing you all well, we hope to welcome you back to the enchanting world of Re:Legend! Stay tuned for exciting updates and a new micro-feature designed to streamline the bug reporting process.
Development Progress:
In our commitment to providing a better gaming experience, we've been working diligently on a development plan, and we're excited to share our progress with you. We have included a patch note and the new build will be available in Steam’s beta branch. Once it is stable, we will merge it to the main branch!
Steps To Access Beta Branch:
Re:Legend on Steam:
Open your Steam application and locate "Re:Legend" in your game library.
Game Properties:
Right-click on "Re:Legend" in your Steam library and select "Properties" from the context menu.
Navigate to Beta Settings:
Inside the "Properties" menu, navigate to the left-hand side and click on the "Betas" tab.
Private Betas:
Under the "Betas" section, find for "Private Betas."
Insert Beta Access Code:
A text box or prompt will appear. Insert the access code "relegendbeta" into the provided field.
By following these steps, you'll successfully access the beta version of Re:Legend on Steam.
Bugs Fixes
In this update, we've addressed several bugs to enhance your gameplay. Here are some of the key fixes:
- Corrected the description for Tears of Aquila, fixing a spelling error ('crytallized' to 'crystallized').
- Fixed the action text box after using Tears of Aquila at the Fountain of Youth, which was previously blank.
- Enabled scrolling credits with a controller for a smoother experience.
- Ensured the water falling from the jar at the Fountain of Youth does not disappear while moving around.
- Ensured the confirm prompt to close when withdrawing fish from the fish book when using a controller.
- Ensured small fish and large fish stay in their relevant ponds, preventing them from crossing into the wrong ponds at the Farm.
- Fixed an invisible barrier causing a collision issue in the Aqua Farm when surfing a large fish.
- Ensured trees do not obstruct the camera's view during the battle of the quest "Heart of the forest."
- Ensured the Player’s character does not pass through the map when jumping off their Magnus near the chest in the Goblin's Resort in the Desert biome.
Black Screen fixes
- Resolved the issue of players getting stuck at a black screen during certain cutscenes.
- Fixed the black screen bug in the affected scenarios.
- Ongoing testing to ensure there are no additional instances of the black screen bug impacting other parts of the game's cutscenes.
And more!
New Features
We added a comprehensive bug report functionality accessible from both the main menu and the pause menu. The goal is to provide a safe space for the players to report bugs effortlessly, while contributing to the refinement of the game.
Streamlined Process Of Bug Reporting
- Simultaneously, your browser will open with a Google Form, making it incredibly easy for you to upload the files along with your detailed bug report.
- Clicking the Bug Report button automatically opens a folder containing three essential files: The Screenshot, Save File, and Log File.
- Bug Report buttons are now available on both the main menu and the Escape (Esc) menu for your convenience.
Upcoming fixes
Multiplayer Plugin Update
- We will be gearing up to update the multiplayer plugin to the latest available version, enhancing your multiplayer experience.
- We've introduced a new bug report functionality in Build 1.1.1b. This feature allows you to report any issues you encounter directly from the main menu and pause menu. Our dedicated team will continue to address reported bugs, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable Re:Legend experience for everyone.
- New Magnus and weapons set to enrich your gaming experience!
- Smoothly transitioning to new horizons.
Digital Artwork
Finally, to our valued backers, we acknowledge the delay in delivering certain physical rewards, and we want to assure you that our team is diligently working on fulfilling them. Today, we're delighted to share a brief update on our Digital Artwork, soon to be dispatched to all backers who have contributed for this perk.
Sneak Peak
Kindly view the sneak peak of the artbook under: Artbook Sneak Peak
We extend our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused by the prolonged wait, as numerous challenges unfolded during the development cycle of Re:Legend. The impact of the pandemic, with toy manufacturers closing down, affected our plushies and various aspects of the project. We understand the frustration this has caused, and we share in the disappointment from the hurdles encountered on this journey.
To all our backers, please reach out to us on Kickstarter for assistance with refunds on physical goods, changing CD key platforms, or simply to send us a heart and show your support. We genuinely appreciate your understanding and patience.
After careful consideration, we've decided to express our gratitude by offering free keys to all our backers for our future games. This gesture is the least we can do, given the challenges we've faced. We deeply care about each one of you, recognizing that the path of game development is far from easy. Through the journey, we've learned and improved, striving to create better games. We invite you to experience our game, and we humbly ask for your continued support on this incredible journey.
To those who continue to play Re:Legend, your unwavering support is truly appreciated. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the game's future, and we eagerly anticipate hearing from you, Tamers!
Once again, thank you for being an integral part of the Re:Legend Tamer Community!
