Devlog 1: Context & Background

Introducing the world of Dark Queen: A Journey into Myth, Legend, and History

The Art Behind Dark Queen

...is rooted in iconic animations, and timeless pieces of art that evoke strong atmospheres and unforgettable visuals.

In this post we’ll take a look into some of the biggest inspirations that are shaping the world of Dark Queen.

Combining pistons with platforms makes for an interesting challenge #gamedev #indiegaming #gaming #puzzle #platformer

Some levels require a lot of balancing which makes them easy to mess up

First Spin! game did really well and I'm so excited to see how the squeal will turn out.

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Our Discord server is live!

We’re also gearing up for a playtest in the near future, and we’ll be looking for dedicated testers directly from our Discord community.

Improved version of the first mini-game

#platformer #puzzle #action

How we made our combat more juicy

During playtesting sessions we realized that our combat system didn't feel as engaging as it should.

Read about the steps we took to make it feel more impactful

Spin! Plus will have some new mechanics like platforms that rotate in only one direction

Dark Queen is set in early 15th century Croatia. Players take on a role of the Crusader on a quest to rescue his beloved from the Dark Queen’s castle.

Inspired by Croatian literature and Slavic folklore, specifically the August Šenoa's The Snake Queen.