Please note that this information was correct at time of post, all below media is at time of development. Subject to change.
STORY
Spoilerfor:
You play as Alex in Japan, you walk home from playing basketball one day and one of your friends called Jones is eager to investigate a school that has been abandoned for 30 years, since you and your two best friends have sighted it; they have suddenly dissapeared. When you go to retrieve your friend inside the school, he dissapears and your world begins to differ. The streets is full of thick fog, the inside is rusting into hell, monsters roam the inside and outside, no-one is there to help you. You must uncover why this is happening and find your friends and unlock the mystery of why this is happening.
Alex Age: Young Gender: Male Description: The protagonist of the story, you have no idea what is going on. Picture: (https://rmrk.net/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi133.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq45%2FDralel%2FAlex.jpg&hash=760df8bf9499306e6ec42207888c84daa9e61c48)
Henry Age: Young Gender: Male Description: A close friend to Alex, he runs away at the sight of the school. But where and why? Picture: (https://rmrk.net/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi133.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq45%2FDralel%2FHenry.jpg&hash=3da2c40570628f1aedf483d01813c4280d1dc4c5)
Jones Age: Young Gender: Male Description: He investigates inside the school but dissapears from Alex's sight. Picture: (https://rmrk.net/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi133.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq45%2FDralel%2FJones.jpg&hash=443d44aa517fc08f71eca8429666777e301e8b2c)
??? Age: Mid Gender: Female Description: Who the f*** is she!? Picture: (https://rmrk.net/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi133.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq45%2FDralel%2FMysteryPerson.jpg&hash=c2169723ebc688c506bb667ec1e2ce687bceb4ac)
Trailers "Teaser" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Apz4ZfmNDHM) (YouTube) - Please comment and rate, subscribe and friend me! Thank you.
Screenshots The mere introduction. (https://rmrk.net/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi133.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq45%2FDralel%2FInvestigation.jpg&hash=62bb1bec4415915afd1f30a9b0a7dd990a705de9)
A door... (https://rmrk.net/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi133.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq45%2FDralel%2FScreeny7.jpg&hash=9cbcc7aa8578b8f3619884b4b086b452b1a71482)
What's down there? (https://rmrk.net/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi133.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq45%2FDralel%2FScreeny6.jpg&hash=0b054ed2323e0b639975f2f04cd8c7327b67a40d)
A mannequin.................... (https://rmrk.net/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi133.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fq45%2FDralel%2FScreeny5.jpg&hash=7826f6ec034232ce41cfed85f32612862a351fb6)
You are limited to one weapon, very little enemies and items
The custom item menu WILL NOT WORK - so you can't view the items you got
Save points work, but there is little point saving.
You cannot view any ammo, health, items, but there is no need
PLEASE TELL ME ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCES WITH THIS DEMO.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!!!!!!!! I HAVE DECIDED TO MOVE THIS PROJECT ON TO A 3D GAME ENGINE I NOW HAVE. IN THE MEAN TIME, I AM ABOUT TO FINISH OFF THE PAPERWORK FOR MY RPG GAME IN THE MAKE FOR RPG MAKER XP, ABSTRUSENESS WILL CONTINUE AFTER THE NEXT PROJECT AND IN 3D! HOWEVER, ALL INFORMATION ABOVE WILL STILL STAND, I AM JUST CONVERTING IT ALL ON TO A 3D GAME ENGINE. INFORMATION ON MY 3D GAME ENGINE WILL BECOME AVAILABLE OVER THE WEEKS TO COME.
Title: Re: }|{Abstruseness}|{Real-Time Survival Horror}|{
Post by: Dralel on July 26, 2008, 01:46:46 PM
What do you guys think of this game and trailer/screenies? ^-^
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Post by: Doctor Professor Nikolai on July 28, 2008, 04:06:28 AM
Sorry dude, but the screens are really hard to see, make them a bit brighter :-\
You can barely tell what's around you or where your at.
Title: Re: }|{Abstruseness}|{Real-Time Survival Horror}|{
Post by: Dralel on July 28, 2008, 12:36:31 PM
Loads of peolle have said that so I brightened the game, I will put some new screenies there of the brighter version.
- Character images uploaded.
Title: Re: }|{Abstruseness}|{Real-Time Survival Horror}|{
Post by: Esmeralda on July 28, 2008, 02:11:41 PM
The story reminds me awfully lot of a game called Obscure ;( and yeah the screes are awfully dark. But I guess it could be exciting nevertheless, good luck.
Title: Re: }|{Abstruseness}|{Real-Time Survival Horror}|{
Post by: Dralel on July 29, 2008, 10:12:37 AM
Don't worry, It'll be more on to a Silent Hill side than Obscure - which is dread. Once you exit the school, you explore the streets, enter hotels, apartments, etc. The light differs for each place and so does the filter I use.
Title: Re: }|{Abstruseness}|{Real-Time Survival Horror}|{
Post by: Dralel on July 31, 2008, 10:06:52 AM
- Character updated!
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Dralel on August 05, 2008, 01:43:33 PM
- New screenshot and % completion.
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Leventhan on August 05, 2008, 02:56:07 PM
Some of the new screenshots look pretty nice,keep it up!
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: NinesVoerman on August 07, 2008, 08:11:11 PM
Finally a Survival Horror game! Looking forward to it.
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: xplody08 on August 22, 2008, 04:20:16 AM
Looks like it will be awesome! Looks very similar to a RM2K game I was going to make a while ago, similar to Clocktower! Hope it goes well! ;D
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Dralel on August 22, 2008, 01:40:02 PM
Thanks for the replies. I accept all replies.
I have edited the events to make rooms lighter so you can actually see. o_O The flashlight is now easier to manage and brighter. The game is still en route to a Q1 2009 release and the demo is still expected to be released around Halloween - so keep tuning back to this topic everyday for the latest information!
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Dralel on September 07, 2008, 12:21:57 PM
Information of the demo arrises, check it out now. The information will be updated every so and then.
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Dralel on September 30, 2008, 10:21:31 PM
The demo is due out in about a month and I have not got around to the game lately, but the release date will look not to be delayed, so don't worry.
I will keep you updated regularly.
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Kathryn on October 01, 2008, 12:21:17 AM
This seems pretty okay, can't wait for the demo :O
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Holkeye on October 01, 2008, 01:42:26 AM
Sort of reminds me of a renovated Sweet Home, or this one Japanese game for SNES, where you build a party and explore a haunted mansion. (I can't remember the title.)
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Dralel on October 15, 2008, 12:02:04 PM
Demo info updated, below demo information on original post!
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Alona on October 17, 2008, 12:00:57 AM
May I ask something? Did I read right and the game plays in Japan? If it is so, then why do the characters have english names? It's really no big deal, I just think it is weird for a japanese setting to have characters with english names walking around. If I just have understood something wrong or there is a good reason to it, please, never mind me. (Just wondering)
Other than that: I'm a big fan of Silent Hill and Survival Horror in general. So I will wait for your demo. :)
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Dralel on October 17, 2008, 01:06:30 PM
It's good for you to point out they're English names, which is I what I aimed for. ^^ Basically they immigrated to Japan, like Silent Hill, "something" was calling them.
And hope you, and many others, enjoy this hardly-worked demo!
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror [2K3]
Post by: Alona on October 17, 2008, 04:58:14 PM
It's good for you to point out they're English names, which is I what I aimed for. ^^ Basically they immigrated to Japan, like Silent Hill, "something" was calling them.
Oh, I see. I already expected this. ;) Can't wait to play it. :D
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror - [[Demo Released FRIDAY]]
Post by: Dralel on October 25, 2008, 03:05:27 PM
Thank you everyone for commenting, check out the original post for the demo release!
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror - [[Demo RELEASED]]
Post by: Dralel on October 31, 2008, 12:34:22 PM
DEMO RELEASED. Check original post for details.
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror - [[Demo RELEASED]]
Post by: Alona on October 31, 2008, 09:19:34 PM
Yay, the demo! *downloads and plays it*
Well, it's really dark. As soon as I stepped into the buliding I had to brighten my screen as much as I could and I still had troubles with seeing something. :( I also had three Game Overs in the first run. But I think that's ok, sometimes I'm just too stupid to play. ;D
Oh and I like the Silent Hill sound effects - because I like Silent Hill. I'll try it again later. :)
Sorry if I can't say much else about it yet. :-[ Just wanted to let you know what I think up until now. ;)
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror - [[Demo RELEASED]]
Post by: Dralel on October 31, 2008, 10:18:41 PM
Well, it's really dark. As soon as I stepped into the buliding I had to brighten my screen as much as I could and I still had troubles with seeing something. :( I also had three Game Overs in the first run. But I think that's ok, sometimes I'm just too stupid to play. ;D
Oh and I like the Silent Hill sound effects - because I like Silent Hill. I'll try it again later. :)
Sorry if I can't say much else about it yet. :-[ Just wanted to let you know what I think up until now. ;)
I got my P.C on the highest contrast and brightness and forgot all about it lol, so I think I need to make it lighter.
Let me gues.. You got gameover on the chainsaw dude?
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror - [[Demo RELEASED]]
Post by: Alona on October 31, 2008, 11:19:35 PM
I got my P.C on the highest contrast and brightness and forgot all about it lol, so I think I need to make it lighter.
Let me gues.. You got gameover on the chainsaw dude?
Thanks. ^^ It will be better (at least for me) if it's a bit lighter.
Oh yeah. First right at his entrance (I was too surprised), second during the chase (I was lame *lol*) and third because I didn't know where to run to (stupid me XD).
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror - [[Demo RELEASED]]
Post by: Dralel on October 31, 2008, 11:22:59 PM
Lol everyone cocks up on that bit lol I would of too.
That chase scene is Okay I guess, I didn't know what to add so I thought a long corridor chase with a door at the end will do (a bit like SH2's Pyramid Head scene).
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror - CANCELLED! BUT FOR A GOOD REASON!
Post by: SkyloHorror on March 19, 2009, 04:41:12 PM
I loooOOOVE SUrvival horror games! This game is COOOOL, finih it!!!I want to see some more!
soon i'll post my own and my partner game ;)
*keep the good work
Title: Re: Abstruseness - Real-Time Survival Horror - CANCELLED! BUT FOR A GOOD REASON!
Post by: Dralel on November 28, 2014, 11:09:57 PM
Sorry to resurrect this thread after so many years but I'm interested if anybody still has the demo file on their computer? I lost access to it and would like to have it, thanks!