The Longevity Gene

[SuperDre]

Wow... the original screenshots already looks great, but this also look unbelievable great... hope it will progress a bit faster

[AngelicCharon]

I've been meaning to comment on this one for a while, and I must say, digging the art direction and story.  

Keeping tabs on it.

Also, slow development at least is development.

[markbilly]

Thanks for the great comments!

Yeah, progress is slower than I wanted it to be, but I'm putting every spare minute (and a  fair few that aren't spare! ) into this, so I really hope that shows in the end...

Hopefully some time near Christmas I will be able to invest a few weeks in solid development too, as by that point I should have shifted some uni work!

[Snake]

Still looking forward to this! Looking good

[Ben X]

I've played a recent build of this, and it's shaping up verrrrry nicely.

You still planning on releasing the two parts separately, MB?

[markbilly]

Thanks Ben!

Yes, first part ETA summer '10

[Darth Mandarb]

markbilly - Thanks for the update (save the thread from being locked).

bbX1138 - Read the forum rules before posting again please.  Do not dig up threads

[GreenBoy]

Thanks Ben!

Yes, first part ETA summer '10

Absolutely wicked news!   

I've been looking forward to this game.

[Ben X]

Darth Mandarb - I have already read the forum rules. The rule I assume you're referring to, states: "If you're interested in an old thread about a project don't post asking about the progress.  Send a PM to the game's author.  If the project has been cancelled and/or abandoned there's no point in bumping the thread!" As I was providing new information about the project - namely that an alpha build has been made and is looking promising - and I already knew that the project has not been cancelled or abandoned, I don't believe I'm in contravention of the letter or spirit of this rule. Furthermore, my post garnered an official release date for the project, so I'd argue it was a relevant and useful one.

[Dualnames]

Ah, that's unfair two posts from Ben out of 4 are in here! I'm so jealous. Anyway, looking seriously to this game. I think it will get me depressed. As all works of art do!

[Ben X]

Ah, that's unfair two posts from Ben out of 4 are in here! I'm so jealous.

Well, I'm more likely to post in a project's thread if I'm privy to alpha builds, you see... 

[Dualnames]

Ah, that's unfair two posts from Ben out of 4 are in here! I'm so jealous.

Well, I'm more likely to post in a project's thread if I'm privy to alpha builds, you see... 

Which still got me wondering..who did you kill to get that alpha..
Sorry for the off-topic Darth.

[Pixelton]

Wow, the artwork is amazing!

I cant wait to give this a try.

[markbilly]

Thanks again for the comments everyone - all this enccouragement/pressure ( ) really spurs me on!

Lets just say Ben's returning a favour... Also, he's much better at 'dialogue' than me!

[Darth Mandarb]

Darth Mandarb - I have already read the forum rules. The rule I assume you're referring to, states: "If you're interested in an old thread about a project don't post asking about the progress.  Send a PM to the game's author.  If the project has been cancelled and/or abandoned there's no point in bumping the thread!" As I was providing new information about the project - namely that an alpha build has been made and is looking promising - and I already knew that the project has not been cancelled or abandoned, I don't believe I'm in contravention of the letter or spirit of this rule. Furthermore, my post garnered an official release date for the project, so I'd argue it was a relevant and useful one.

Congratulations on reading the rules!!

Now don't do that (dig up a thread) again.

Even if you feel it is relevant and/or warranted and/or "in the spirit" just don't do it.  PM the author first.

k thanks.

BACK ON TOPIC PEOPLE.

edit - Off-topic/rule debate posts were removed.  If any of you want to discuss the rules send me a PM rather than more off-topic cluttering up in here.

[Ali]

Thanks again for the comments everyone - all this enccouragement/pressure ( ) really spurs me on!

Lets just say Ben's returning a favour... Also, he's much better at 'dialogue' than me!

That last sentence is more fun if you move the inverted commas from dialogue to favour.

I missed the October update, but all the screenshots look very atmospheric. I'm looking forward to finding out more about the story!

[markbilly]

Small Update.

First post has been edited to reflect the progress I've made. Graphics and scripting now up to ~70%.

I've added a new "Polish" progress bar because it will need a lot before beta testing starts and it means I can ramp the others up to 70%!

Oh, and here's a screenie if you missed it from the critics' lounge:

[Peter Bear]

Courage to end this one.

I really like the graphic / simple shading style, this works fine. So fine.

[Pixelton]

I love the art and the feel of this game, if I wasnt so busy with other projects and concept ideas for a future project I'd PM you and to see if you needed assistance in anything.

Keep it up man, sending you lots of energy in finshing it!

MB

[Questionable]

I've added a new "Polish" progress bar because it will need a lot before beta testing starts and it means I can ramp the others up to 70%!

If you need help translating the game into any other languages besides Polish, let me know!

I'm fluent in English, Piglatin and Gibberish.