Hey all,

Just a quick preview/teaser for the next game we have in the works – Bubble Trubble!

The game is based on the classic arcade hit “Puzzle Bobble” – and will feature three different game modes:

Puzzle Mode

You have to complete each puzzle to progress to the next, before the bubbles reach the bottom of the screen.

Endurance Mode

The bubbles just keep coming!  You have to stay alive as long as possible.

VS Mode

Play against a friend (locally) in split-screen mode (see screenshot).  The idea is to clear your grid before your opponent does, or cause them to fill up their screen (before you do).

BubbleTrubble will be submitted to peer-review in September.

Stay tuned.

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@darkomengames

Hey Folks,

Just a quick note to let everyone know that we have another patch planned for Nebulon later this month (August).

The most important new feature will be Global Scoreboards.  This has been requested several times, so we’ve decided to add it to the game.

Once this happens, instead of just getting a single high-score in the credits, the game will feature a seperate screen, with both local, and global hi-scores.

While you are playing, the game will compare scores with anyone else who happens to have the game running – and merge the high-score tables together.

The new version will also feature a “proper” menu system on the title screen, which should make the game feel a bit more polished.

There may also be a few suprises…

Stay Tuned!

DaphydTheBard

I am happy to announce that the Nebulon update has passed the peer review process for XBOX LIVE Community Games and is now available for purchase in the territories where XBLCG is available.

This new version now supports dual-stick play for those who prefer a more Geometry-Wars-esque experience.

Buy and Download the game from XBOX LIVE Marketplace.

The patch for Nebulon has now been submitted to the Creators Club for Peer Review.

If you have a Premium Membership, or if you reviewed the game for us last time round, please help us to get the patch out to our customers (existing and potential!) by reviewing the game here:

http://catalog.xna.com/en-GB/GameDetails.aspx?catalogEntryId=e08c5f76-fe9e-45b1-a8aa-008508400ca9&type=1

Thanks in advance, and we hope you enjoy the improvements we have made to the game.

Well, I’ve got the update for Nebulon ready to roll, but I can’t submit it at the moment as the creators club website is closed for maintenance.

Looks like I’ll have to submit it for peer review tomorrow now, which means it’s going to be at LEAST another week before the update hits the marketplace.

Looks like the word is starting to spread about our retro-shooter.

From GameSpot UK:

Nebulon is an old school shooter, much like geometry wars, galaga, etc. The only difference is, is that Nebulon is a community game and it is home made. But don’t let that fool you. In no way is Nebulon any less good than those other titles. Infact, it’s just as good. It’s addictive, pretty and it sounds good too. And best of all, it costs only 200 MS points, or about $2.50.

- It’s priced low and you get more than you pay for

- The graphics and music are great

- The gameplay is simple and pretty addictive

- It challenges you without frustrating you

Overall, Nebulon is a fantastic shooter and the price is definitely worth it. If they threw in some multiplayer options and customization options, they could have easily gotten away with charging us 800 MS points for it. If you have 200 MS points sitting in your account, pick up Nebulon. You won’t regret it.

Article is here:

http://uk.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/nebulon/player_review.html?id=671817

Although we got a good review on XNARoundUp, I’ve been seeing some negative comments on various community games fansites – regarding several issues with the game.

It would appear that the vast majority of people don’t like the “one-and-a-half-stick” control scheme.  Additionally, there have been comments about the grid being too dark to see, it not being clear that weapons have an energy meter, among other complaints.

Therefore, I am going to release an update for Nebulon (tonight) with the following changes:

• Optional Control Scheme – dual-stick
• Grid brightness increased
• More on-screen/audio feedback
• More help-screens detaling the mechanics of play
• Performance issues addressed

Naturally, the update will need to go through the peer review process again, but rest assured – We want to provide fun, addictive games that the XBox community want to play – and with that in mind, I have listened to the critisims / issues that have been raised and have done my best to address them.

DaphydTheBard

Hey Folks,

Nebulon is now in peer review (currently at 58% complete).

If you have a creators club premium account, please help us out by reviewing the game for us here:

http://catalog.xna.com/en-GB/GameDetails.aspx?catalogEntryId=7432580d-50e3-439e-b180-f1ca39df65a3&type=1

Thanks

DaphydTheBard

Hey folks.

Nebulon is nearing completion now, and is almost ready for peer review.

To whet your appetites, here’s our first official trailer for the game.