FirstStrike - (Arcade Shoot'em Up)

Devlog

• [2024.03.29] The Tireless Game Developer
  March 29, 2024 by OYNAME

  Today, I want to tell you a story about a tireless game developer who tirelessly works on his project without giving up: In a small development studio, a passionate game developer works hard to improv... Continue reading

  
• The Challenge of Creating a Video Game Alone
  February 04, 2024 by OYNAME

  Creating a video game alone can be an immense challenge, requiring both technical and creative skills. From conception to completion, a game goes through various complex phases that demand time, dedic... Continue reading

  
• [2024.01.14] Never satisfied :)
  January 14, 2024 by OYNAME

  It's quite common to make constant adjustments to various aspects of a game during its development. Sometimes, level design needs to be altered, and other times, animations may not be satisfactory and... Continue reading
• [2024.01.06] Bossfight
  January 06, 2024 by OYNAME

  Welcome to the exclusive demo video of "FirstStrike"! Immerse yourself in the captivating world of the space glider and face the ultimate challenge against three merciless bosses. 🚀 Can you escape... Continue reading
• [2023.12.26] Crafting the Perfect Boss and Striking the Right Difficulty Balance
  December 26, 2023 by OYNAME

  The cold season provides an excellent opportunity to dedicate oneself more intensively to creative projects indoors. The cozy atmosphere indoors practically invites one to sit behind the PC and work o... Continue reading
• [2023.11.20] The Journey of Game Development: Challenges and Triumphs
  November 20, 2023 by OYNAME

  When one creates a game, the desire is for it to be played and enjoyed, and receiving constructive feedback from those who have played it is crucial. In the beginning, one starts with programming smal... Continue reading

  
• [2023.10.28] The Art of Detail in Video Games: Enhancing Immersion Through Subtle Animation
  October 28, 2023 by OYNAME

  I always find it truly exciting when video games prioritize attention to detail. This could manifest in the meticulous programming of animations or behaviors that, while seemingly inconsequential to t... Continue reading
• [2023.10.21] From Code to Player Engagement
  October 21, 2023 by OYNAME

  In my last post about my journey through the world of game development, I've already written about the numerous challenges related to programming and emphasized that there are many things to consider... Continue reading

  
• [2023.06.15] Some thoughts from an IndieGameDev
  June 18, 2023 by OYNAME

  As a child, I already found it fascinating how a few lines of code could make objects move on the screen, as if these objects came to life. It was so exciting to create my own world and see that it wo... Continue reading

  
• [2023.05.29] Demo-Version Browser Version
  May 29, 2023 by OYNAME

  https://oyname.itch.io/fs-demo You can test the browser version of my game here. Please note that this version has some limitations in the settings, and the color scheme may vary slightly compared to... Continue reading
• Demo is now available (Arcade Shoot'em Up)
  May 07, 2023 by OYNAME

  PLAY THE DEMO https://oyname.itch.io/first-strike FirstStrike - Firestorm Description: FirstStrike - Firestorm is an action-packed computer game where the player takes control of a powerful spaceship... Continue reading

  
• [2023.03.19] Challenges in Programming a Customizable User Interface for a Computer Game
  March 19, 2023 by OYNAME

  Programming a user interface for a computer game that allows the player to adjust the game's resolution, music, and key bindings can be a challenging task. Customizing the resolution can be a challeng... Continue reading

  
• [2023.03.11] A new enemy
  March 11, 2023 by OYNAME

  A new enemy...it can shoot missiles, but also projectiles...I think it looks good :) I still don't have the menu ready. I'd rather work on more enemies... Continue reading

  
• [2023.03.01] I am creating a confuguration menu now
  March 01, 2023 by OYNAME

  I don't like this part of game development. Creating a menu for the graphics settings, sound and music. There's so much to do and consider and here and there...What's the best way to do it? What's the... Continue reading

  
• [2023.02.19] how important is a background?
  February 19, 2023 by OYNAME

  how important is a background. I mean planets, debris and stuff like that? actually you could think...the few object in the background you should be able to make quickly. However, this is more difficu... Continue reading

  
• [20230207] Start sequence
  February 07, 2023 by OYNAME#shooter, #shmup, #2D Shooter, #shot em up

  The start sequence is meant to take the player into the game. It should give him the feeling of being pulled into the playing field. Let me know how it works for you?... Continue reading
• [20230204] Enemies in the first stage...
  February 03, 2023 by OYNAME

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• [20230129] how it all started
  January 29, 2023 by OYNAME

  The first implementation of the game with 3D technology. At that time still based on the DirectX7 interface. Reprogrammed in vertical view in this video, because I wanted to test how this affects the... Continue reading
• [20230128] Highscore input...harder than you think
  January 28, 2023 by OYNAME

  I create a game. There are many hurdles to overcome. Especially when you work with an environment that is new to you. What can the engine do and especially how do I implement my ideas...after months o... Continue reading

  
• [20230128] Even a Shmup needs a Story :)
  January 27, 2023 by OYNAME

  Story... The year 2346...mankind has brought the war into space with the help of alien technology. People are fighting each other not only on the ground, in the air and in the water, but also outside... Continue reading

  
• [20230124] The attention to detail
  January 24, 2023 by OYNAME

  isn't it nice how the launch pads are loaded with missiles again? The attention to detail is extremely important. Maybe only a few players will notice it, but I'm convinced...even if you don't conscio... Continue reading

  
• [20230117] ​Why don't I like it?
  January 17, 2023 by OYNAME

  Why don't I like it? Have you ever tried to model a spaceship? I mean to design it so that it is beautiful to look at. I found out that it is not enough to be able to draw well or to think that you ar... Continue reading

  
• [20230115] Beautify the Game
  January 15, 2023 by OYNAME

  Continue now with the 3D model for the boss from the second level. I use Blender to create the models for the game. I enjoy this part of the development more... Continue reading

  
• [20230112] Keep the overview
  January 13, 2023 by OYNAME

  It took me a week to get the movement and animation of the final boss for the second level. I don't have a 3D model yet. Therefore I still use dummy objects here. Look at the battle...there is really... Continue reading
• [20230110] First stage...
  January 10, 2023 by OYNAME

  New video...from the first stage. The player fights his way through to the final boss and is surprisingly attacked by two enemies... Watch the video...I hope you like it... Continue reading

  
• [2023.01.09] Boss from second stage...
  January 09, 2023 by OYNAME

  The development of my game is progressing...a bit bumpy, but it's progressing...Here you can see the boss from the second level....the model is not finished yet and I'm using placeholders for the late... Continue reading
• [2022.12.29] I need more Bosses
  December 29, 2022 by OYNAME

  The game is already very far advanced, but a few important things are missing. Currently I am trying to develop a second boss. I want the boss to fly into the screen and from the sides the wings dock... Continue reading
• [2022.05.01] Explosions should be beautiful :)
  May 01, 2022 by OYNAME#2d shooter, #schmup, #action, #shoot em up, #top down

  How to make beautiful explosions I had really big problems to show the destruction of the enemies nicely... In the beginning there is the detonation This should be quick and bright. It's a sudden spre... Continue reading

  
• [2022-04-24] can i make a game?
  April 24, 2022 by OYNAME#shmup, #shot em up, #2d, #arcade, #shooter

  I program in my spare time...sometimes I don't do anything with the computer for a long time...I 'm a hobby developer who invests little time in his hobby , but I wanted to finish a "real" game. Not t... Continue reading