Development log 2.1

Solution: Add an in-game tutorial or instructions to help players understand their objective immediately upon starting. The tutorial should explain the core gameplay mechanics, tools, and objectives without relying on external sources like the website.

1. Enhance Sound Design Issue: The current lack of sound makes the game feel empty.

Solution: Add sound effects for interactions, such as pressing the E key or restoring an object. Additionally, incorporate ambient sounds or background music to enhance the atmosphere, creating a more immersive experience.

1. Improve Interaction Feedback Issue: Players couldn’t tell if they successfully interacted with objects.

Solution: Add visual and audio feedback for interactions, such as:

Animations when objects are restored.

Sound effects that provide satisfaction when an interaction succeeds.

Particle effects or subtle screen shakes for a tactile sense of accomplishment.

1. Add Progress Indicators Issue: Players are unsure of their progress.

Solution: Include a UI element that shows how many objects the player has fixed or how much progress they have made. Consider adding small rewards after each interaction (e.g., a sound or visual effect) to reinforce the player’s sense of accomplishment.

1. Enhance Game Feel (Juiciness) Issue: The game currently lacks an engaging sense of “impact” during interactions.

Solution: Improve the “impact” when interacting with objects by adding:

Stronger animations or more exaggerated reactions when objects are restored.

Vibrations or screen shakes to give the player a physical feedback sensation.

1. Narration or Commentary Issue: The game could use more engagement and personality.

Solution: Consider adding a narrator or voiceover that provides philosophical or humorous commentary. This could help with immersion, similar to the style of games like Getting Over It, adding personality to the experience.

1. Strengthen Core Gameplay Loop Issue: The current mechanic of restoring objects feels shallow.

Solution: Introduce additional mechanics to deepen engagement:

Time limits that pressure players to act quickly.

Combo bonuses for restoring multiple objects quickly.

Randomly generated object chaos over time to keep the gameplay dynamic.

Upgrades or abilities, like faster restore speed or area repair, that evolve the player’s capabilities.

1. Consider Alternative Game Concepts Issue: The concept of fixing destruction might not be as exciting as it could be.

Solution:

Shift the focus towards creating more chaos instead of fixing destruction.

Consider a cleaning game concept similar to Lethal Company or Viscera Cleanup Detail. This could involve multiplayer mechanics, upgradeable items, and a shop system.

1. Clarify Story and Motivation Issue: Players are unsure why they are restoring the ruined environment.

Solution: Introduce a simple story to clarify the player’s motivation. Some possible themes include:

Restoring a broken life or a broken world.

Using the elevator as a symbol of progression or escape.

A narrative thread that ties the player’s actions to a greater purpose.