Is there supposed to be music?
I take a layered approach with an MVP strategy. I uploaded the first functional version early and kept pushing improved updates over time. (You have the artifacts in the game page, with the version and time, you can download and try all the versions upload If you want to see the progress). This way I always have a working build ready which I think is the smartest way to develop. Every new build is pushed to itch.io upon my approval. In about a day and 3 hours when the JAM finishes I will be releasing a new update with some major changes. I want to be fair with JAM votes.
I am currently finishing up all the core systems and content loops which include:
- Story mode with unique boss fights
- Crafted puzzle challenges
- Unlockable Cores with progression levels
- Permanent meta progression
- Missions and achievements
- A detailed Codex to master enemies
- Fully diegetic UI
You can check out my website which is updated daily outside of the jam as a build in public strategy https://www.gamebob.dev/en/games/axon-surge/
SFX and music will be added by the end of this week or next. For now I am focusing on building the core systems. Feedback is always welcome!