VALA: Alpha

[RogueCode]

As some of you may know, I launched a game called VALA: Alpha a few days ago.
Here is the WPCentral article on it: Save the world from rabid llamas in the new 3D shooter for Windows Phone | Windows Phone Central

The current game was launched without more powerups and weapons due to time constraints (wanted to get it into your hands!), but those are coming.
I've also ordered a MOGA controller from Amazon and will add support as soon as that comes.

I'd like to find out what you guys think, and where it can be improved. Thanks people!

 

[Laura Knotek]

Thanks for supporting our platform by developing a new game. Good luck with it.

 

[KrisJoeEll]

As some of you may know, I launched a game called VALA: Alpha a few days ago.
Here is the WPCentral article on it: Save the world from rabid llamas in the new 3D shooter for Windows Phone | Windows Phone Central

The current game was launched without more powerups and weapons due to time constraints (wanted to get it into your hands!), but those are coming.
I've also ordered a MOGA controller from Amazon and will add support as soon as that comes.

I'd like to find out what you guys think, and where it can be improved. Thanks people!

Its always good to to see a dev looking for feedback.
How much time would it take to add a level? More locations and a bunch of mini quests (like: kill 50 llama, last 5 mins etc) per level could add more replay value.

 

[RogueCode]

Its always good to to see a dev looking for feedback.
How much time would it take to add a level? More locations and a bunch of mini quests (like: kill 50 llama, last 5 mins etc) per level could add more replay value.

Adding levels takes quite a long time (as they're all custom and need to be very well tested and planned out) but we do have more layouts that we plan on making into new levels when possible.
Nice idea with the quests. What about a "badge" system, where we list a bunch of badges and you need to try get them all?

 

[KrisJoeEll]

Adding levels takes quite a long time (as they're all custom and need to be very well tested and planned out) but we do have more layouts that we plan on making into new levels when possible.
Nice idea with the quests. What about a "badge" system, where we list a bunch of badges and you need to try get them all?

Badges would be great. Also since the game offers never ending waves of llamas, why not consider boss llamas per world? (it comes after you kill 500 llamas and shoots lasers! )

 

[RogueCode]

Badges would be great. Also since the game offers never ending waves of llamas, why not consider boss llamas per world? (it comes after you kill 500 llamas and shoots lasers! )

We did *kinda* put boss llamas. How far have you played? After just under 10 minutes of playing you will see red flaming "hell llamas". Those are really tricky because they do massive damage, are hard to kill, and move fast.

What do you think about a wave system where it would say "Wave 1" and then a bunch would come, and then there would be a break, and then "Wave 2" etc? A bit like Survival mode in GTA5.

 

[Usama Jawad96]

Could you somehow introduce a campaign mode similar to halo:Spartan assault because your game play reminds me of halo:SA alot.

 

[KrisJoeEll]

We did *kinda* put boss llamas. How far have you played? After just under 10 minutes of playing you will see red flaming "hell llamas". Those are really tricky because they do massive damage, are hard to kill, and move fast.

What do you think about a wave system where it would say "Wave 1" and then a bunch would come, and then there would be a break, and then "Wave 2" etc? A bit like Survival mode in GTA5.

I haven't lasted enough in a single level to encounter the said 'hell llamas'. Am just jumping through levels now. And showing 'wave 1' 'wave 2' in a good idea. It could give the player a sense of direction and a feel of accomplishment after beating a wave.

Also when i meant boss, i meant a single opponent (no 'normal' llamas around), much bigger body size, and special attacks. Player will have to run around, dodge and strategically plan an attack while this behemoth llama is on their trail. (sorry for all this glibberish, i sometimes gets carried away )

 

[RogueCode]

Could you somehow introduce a campaign mode similar to halo:Spartan assault because your game play reminds me of halo:SA alot.

This was the original plan, yes. And is still the long-term goal. We'd probably like to nail down gameplay in survival mode first.
Yeah, it is a bit like that. I can assure you that we didn't borrow anything from them though - our original design documents were done way back in Jan 2013

 

[RogueCode]

I haven't lasted enough in a single level to encounter the said 'hell llamas'. Am just jumping through levels now. And showing 'wave 1' 'wave 2' in a good idea. It could give the player a sense of direction and a feel of accomplishment after beating a wave.

Also when i meant boss, i meant a single opponent (no 'normal' llamas around), much bigger body size, and special attacks. Player will have to run around, dodge and strategically plan an attack while this behemoth llama is on their trail. (sorry for all this glibberish, i sometimes gets carried away )

Keep trying Don't ever stop moving, don't go near corners, and build towers right at the beginning while only the weak llamas are attacking and it is easy to get energy.

Oh ok - yeah, I like the idea of having no other enemies around when the single boss comes. It will be a lot easier to implement that if we put in the "Wave 1", "wave 2" thing too.
Thanks!

 

[KrisJoeEll]

Keep trying Don't ever stop moving, don't go near corners, and build towers right at the beginning while only the weak llamas are attacking and it is easy to get energy.

Oh ok - yeah, I like the idea of having no other enemies around when the single boss comes. It will be a lot easier to implement that if we put in the "Wave 1", "wave 2" thing too.
Thanks!

Awesome! Very intrigued to find out how you'll implement these new features. Please post here if you have updated the game. Good Luck!

 

[marito caci]

Did you guys think about making it xbox live? Incredible graphics, would be excellent better sound
Constructive comment not another intention!
Great job best wishes guys!

 

[Mohamed Ashid]

Did you guys think about making it xbox live? Incredible graphics, would be excellent better sound
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Great job best wishes guys!

Maybe we should mention it in uservoice. I would vote for it. It is a great game.

 

[marito caci]

Whats uservoice?

 

[Mohamed Ashid]

Whats uservoice?

It is a forum where wp users post ideas and hopefully Microsoft implements these ideas with the highest number of votes.
Here is the link. Check it out :
http://windowsphone.uservoice.com/forums/101801-feature-suggestions

 

[Mohamed Ashid]

Whats uservoice?

New to wp?

 

[marito caci]

Nice, i came from my xbox to WP in october, didnt see that, nice. But anyone the xbox live integration initiative doesnt comes first from the company that makes the game?

 

[RogueCode]

@marito caci
Yeah, we need to make the sound better. The repeated shooting can become a bit monotonous. But it will get a lot better when we add the new weapons

Regarding Xbox Live support - It unfortunately isn't up to us. Microsoft controls that and makes special deals with the companies.
I am trying to investigate how to get in touch with the right person, but I highly doubt it will ever be a XBL title considering that even some very recognized games are not.

 

[marito caci]

I didnt play it this much but didnt find any ingame transactions, how are you guys supporting this proyect?

 

[RogueCode]

I didnt play it this much but didnt find any ingame transactions, how are you guys supporting this proyect?

We did get funding from AppCampus (and they are awesome), but are now self-funding it. We may charge for features in future - but for now we just want to make an awesome game for you guys.

And you are correct - it is totally free, no IAP or adverts.