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itch.io page: https://rivelbop.itch.io/caveneer

Hey everyone! I'm looking for feedback on the latest update to Caveneer, a 2D survival-exploration game set deep underground.

This update focuses on improving gameplay feel, polish, and usability — and I'd really appreciate your thoughts on a few specific areas:

🧠 What I'd Love Feedback On:

• Does the foliage and tile variety make the world feel more alive or immersive?

• How does the combat feel with the new heavy attack system and randomized crits?

• Is the UI and inventory system clear and intuitive now?

• Any thoughts on how the audio and camera changes affect your experience?

🔧 Update Highlights

🌱 World & Exploration

• New foliage spawning system

• More unique tile variants

• Rooms now track “cleared” status on the minimap

⚔️ Combat Changes

• Heavy attack mechanic

• Wider crit randomization

• Bosses reset if you leave their room

• Lowered player height for collision accuracy

🛠️ UI & Inventory

• Complete UI and settings overhaul

• Dimmed unavailable crafting items

• Inventory count display added

• Quick drop items by holding the drop button

🔊 Technical & Audio

• New ambient track: mistake.ogg

• More interaction SFX

• No more fade delays in menus

• Camera now follows player instantly (no lerp)

• World seed selector added

🐛 Bug Fixes

• Fixed movement jitter in certain areas

• Fixed minimize crash for some Windows users

If you try it out, let me know what works, what feels off, or what you’d like to see improved! Your feedback really helps shape future updates.

Thanks for reading and testing Caveneer!
— RivelBop 

Thanks a lot for the suggestions! This is a very early version of the game so there isn't much content. I am working on a volume setting right now so it's good to see that I am on the right track. There was a way to expand the map by pressing 'M' but that was scrapped and I guess I left that in the game page so thank you for pointing that out. I will admit, the crafting menu is very poorly put together so I will definitely work on cleaning it up and making it less confusing. I do have a goal for the game in mind but that is not in the game at the moment, so as you pointed out, there isn't much to do other than explore, craft, and kill enemies. AND THANK YOU FOR THE CRASH REPORT!

Thanks a lot for the suggestions! This is a very early version of the game so there isn't much content. I am working on a volume setting right now so it's good to see that I am on the right track. There was a way to expand the map by pressing 'M' but that was scrapped and I guess I left that in the game page so thank you for pointing that out. I will admit, the crafting menu is very poorly put together so I will definitely work on cleaning it up and making it less confusing. I do have a goal for the game in mind but that is not in the game at the moment, so as you pointed out, there isn't much to do other than explore, craft, and kill enemies. AND THANK YOU FOR THE CRASH REPORT!

DOWNLOAD: https://rivelbop.itch.io/caveneer
You've chosen to enter. Now the world waits to see if you’ll survive.

Welcome to the first official devlog for Caveneer, a retro-inspired, procedurally generated rogue-lite survival game packed with mystery, danger, and discovery. What started as a small project named Friterium has evolved into something much deeper—and far more ambitious.

🕹️ What is Caveneer?

You are an explorer, delving into ancient, ever-changing biomes where each run is unique. Fight off enemies, gather rare materials, and uncover the truth buried beneath the world’s surface. With inspiration from games like Minecraft, The Binding of Isaac, and Minicraft, Caveneer blends fast-paced survival with immersive exploration.

🔥 Features You’ll Love

• 🧭 Procedurally generated worlds with endless variation

• ⚔️ Combat, crafting, and a real reason to explore

• 💎 Rare resources to collect and master

• 🕹️ Retro visuals for that nostalgic charm

🧠 Behind the Scenes

We're a small indie duo, passionate and fueled by late nights and lots of feedback. As we've learned and grown, so has Caveneer. This devlog marks the beginning of more regular updates—we want YOU to be part of the journey.

💬 Help Us Make It Better

Your feedback matters more than anything. Try the game, share your thoughts, and help us refine Caveneer into something special.

📢 Join our Discord for behind-the-scenes updates, sneak peeks, and to chat with us directly:
https://discord.gg/CxvVyzHWz3

📝 Give feedback through our form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOoP5lUc9ibGecQR0z0dwa-_zhcdAmo0TsbSPJmUQ2EwzOrA/viewform...

📺 Watch dev videos and gameplay here:
https://youtube.com/@rivelbopstudios?si=FqcMZ9h2rdXo1kNL

Thanks for being here. This is just the beginning. The cave is waiting.

🔨 Stay tuned,
– The Caveneer Devs
(RivelBop Studios)

Caveneer is a retro-styled roguelite survival game where you explore procedurally generated biomes, gather rare resources, fight dangerous enemies, and uncover ancient mysteries buried deep underground.

This is our first public alpha, and we’re looking for feedback to help shape the future of the game!

🛠️ Features:

• Procedurally generated world with handcrafted elements
• Combat, crafting, and exploration
• Retro pixel visuals with a modern edge
• Inspired by The Binding of Isaac, Minecraft, and Minicraft

🎮 Play Now:

• Itch.io Page

📢 We’re looking for feedback on:

• Core gameplay loop
• Balance and difficulty
• Performance/stability
• General impressions

💬 Drop feedback via our Google Form or join our Discord to chat with the devs directly!

Thank you for helping us make Caveneer even better!

Caveneer is a retro-styled roguelite survival game where you explore procedurally generated biomes, gather rare resources, fight dangerous enemies, and uncover ancient mysteries buried deep underground.

This is our first public alpha, and we’re looking for feedback to help shape the future of the game!

🛠️ Features:

• Procedurally generated world with handcrafted elements

• Combat, crafting, and exploration

• Retro pixel visuals with a modern edge

• Inspired by The Binding of Isaac, Minecraft, and Minicraft

🎮 Play Now:

• Itch.io Page

📢 We’re looking for feedback on:

• Core gameplay loop

• Balance and difficulty

• Performance/stability

• General impressions

💬 Drop feedback via our Google Form or join our Discord to chat with the devs directly!

Thank you for helping us make Caveneer even better!

PAGE RIGHT HERE!!!

https://rivelbop.itch.io/caveneer

> About the Game

Caveneer is a procedurally generated rogue-lite survival game where you must traverse through countless biomes and face numerous enemies to survive. You've entered this place of your own will, driven to finish what should have been done centuries ago. The question is, can you survive long enough to uncover the truth and complete your mission? Join our community on Discord to stay updated on the latest news and development!

> Features 

- Procedurally generated worlds

- Combat, crafting, and exploration 

- Collect rare resources to help you on your journey 

- Retro visuals 

> Controls 

WASD - Move 

E - Inventory 

Space - Attack 

M - Open Map 

F - Toggles Fullscreen

> Support the Game 

Love the game? Consider supporting us by donating to help us keep developing and exploring the full potential of Caveneer.

Wait! We Also have a YouTube channel down here: 

https://youtube.com/@rivelbopstudios?si=FqcMZ9h2rdXo1kNL

GIVE US FEEDBACK BY DOING THIS GOOGLE FORUM:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOoP5lUc9ibGecQR0z0dwa-_zhcdAmo0TsbSPJ...

I did setup a minimum value but I guess I set it still too close to the player. Also, I did want the game to have this cool retro feel since the limitation was 4 colors and I'm not much of an artist.

Thanks! I don't know why but for some reason on any game jam that I do the game always turns out challenging. I guess it's just because I don't get enough time to just go in and make it easier!

Thank you! I noticed that but decided just to keep it since every time I make a game I guess I get really good at it and then everyone else complains it is way too difficult. Also, I ran out of time so I couldn't even add all the things I wanted.

Thank you! I rushed it at the end but I had so many more plans to add way more enemy variants.

Thank you! Yeah, I rushed the game in the end a lot cause life got in the way but it was fun, so I ain't complaining.

I'm happy you enjoyed the stupidity just as much as we did!  

Glad you enjoyed, thanks!

Thanks, I'm happy to see you enjoyed the game!

Thank you!

HISTORY:

This game was made for the mini jam 150 game jam but has been decided to be put through more work.

GAME:

The character is a wizard who has just started to develop his magical powers and uses them to power up light through the cave to navigate. More on how he got in the cave later aka the story section ;0

STORY:

Yes this is a poem but too bad it works well:

In a forest deep, a wizard did roam, Through the trees, he found his way home. Step by step, unaware of the ground, He plummeted down, a fall quite profound.

A novice wizard, powers so slight, Summoning fire, his only respite. With flames ablaze, he lit the night, Magic and skill, can he make it right?

Through the shadows, his journey unfurls, A tale of magic in enchanted swirls. With fire's glow, his path he charts, A wizard's journey, where it all starts.

FUTURE:

This game will be updated for some time, probably 3 months, and then will stop due to us having school and a ton of other projects to work on. Don't expect too much since it is just me and my brother. We are hoping to grow a team in the future to help out but that's it for now. Oh, I also forgot the web page is getting an update after I have figured out how to use color schemes and some pretty nice font so that is good.

Link: https://rivelbop.itch.io/long-lost-wizard

This update has added a zero gravity switch. The game page now has a new look!

PLAY IT HERE:

https://rivelbop.itch.io/justphysics

SUPPORT US:

Now you can play on Android, Windows, MacOS, and Linux. Also we have added better UI and cloud movement.  There are also more Materials, TinyStuff and Danger in the dropdowns.

Game:

https://rivelbop.itch.io/justphysics

Have Fun!!!

SUPPORT US HERE:

This game has the best physics I have ever seen. If you haven't already come check it out.

Play here:

https://rivelbop.itch.io/justphysics

SUPPORT US HERE:

Earth is being attacked by a group of asteroids! Destroy the asteroids using your trusty satellite dish. Make sure to upgrade your abilities and equipment to protect yourself! You the Earth can also make your own environment to destroy these evil astroids!!!

Play it here: https://rivelbop.itch.io/spacewave

Support us here:

That's how it works. It's suppost to be a hard game.

The game looks pretty nice but the controlls are hard to learn. 

Thanks a lot! We will be adding more content into Stop the Clock very soon!!!

Simply stop the clock at the designated time and gain an amazing new highscore! Design your own skin for the clock!

Future Updates: Customization, Challenges, Leaderboards, and more!

IMPORTANT: Full Release is only available for Android as an APK.

I find this game to be a lot of fun. Play to find out!!!

https://rivelbop.itch.io/stop-the-clock