Been a while since I've properly sat down and publicly shared stuff on the project, so let's change that! I'd love to write more update posts in the future, but only time will tell if I keep up with them haha. Here's what's going on!

New Thumbnail

The old promotional material for the game page was always temporary in my book. Back then, I was still figuring out the game's aesthetic in terms of UI, so I just cobbled something together with existing assets and screenshots. But months later, I've landed on something I'm very happy with. The thumbnail and header have been updated accordingly, and expect the monster in the thumbnail (currently the Projectionist) to switch to update as the game progresses. ;)

Updated Teaser Images

As development progressed, certain things have changed for the better. Consequently, I've reuploaded new versions of the previous 3 teasers with minor adjustments (casual fans probably won't notice many differences to be fair). While I can't fully go into detail about what's been adjusted, I felt it was important to tweak some things to better reflect the final product. Don't expect this to be a common practice in the future, however- I only did it now since I've been learning Unreal Engine 5 as I go and things for any game are bound to change in its infancy stages. Fan feedback also spurred some worthy changes!

Incoming Teaser Trailer

The next trailer for Master's Pen is fast approaching, but I want to temper expectations beforehand. While progress this year has been great, Chapter 1's release is far off and the project is still deep into development. Think of the upcoming trailer in comparison to the Dark Deception Chapter 4 teaser 01/02 trailers (panning shots mixed with some walking around). While I understand this may be a bit underwhelming, I assure you the chapter is still coming along well, and I cannot wait to talk all about it when it's out! Also, unlike the reveal trailer back in December, this next one will feature environments all from the final game.

Future Teasers

Most of the teasers so far have consisted of the hub area for Shift in the Master's Pen (dubbed "The Collage"). Moving forward, traditional image teasers will shift to the first stage: Reel Rampage. Here's also the plan for what marketing-related videos you can expect from me:

• Chapter 1 Teaser Trailer - July!

• Devlog 2 (BTS Video/Showcase) - August!

• Chapter 1 Official Trailer - Secret...

• Chapter 1 Launch Trailer (YT Short) - You'll see...

EDIT: The teaser trailer in July might be a tad delayed but for reasons out of my control. You'll see what I mean when it airs. ;)

EDIT 2: Good news and bad news for future teasers:

• BAD NEWS: I've decided to hold off on the remaining devlogs until after their respective chapters are complete. I want these videos to be seen as fun BTS looks at development instead of teasers to build hype. It would also be pretty hard to discuss the level and its content while dancing around spoilers.

• GOOD NEWS: As compensation, the zone of Reel Rampage is getting additional teasers in its place!

Thanks for reading, and have a great rest of your day. Goodbye!