[img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43351606/fe4ccfa8b0858d3f65e9642d9384ac943b47fad4.jpg[/img] [h3]Dear Regency aficionados,[/h3] Here's another sneak peek into the world of game development. We've been knee-deep in planning the intro movie for Regency Solitaire II, and it's been a rollercoaster incorporating both creativity and meticulous detail! The planning phase is no joke. We've nailed down every background, character, and line of text through countless drafts. And now, Jake's mission is to "just" code it. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43351606/5cf4b72d185a8108c72140cb3d29c968599cd0e7.jpg[/img] This detailed plan helps him to catch potential hiccups before they become a reality. He's not starting entirely from scratch, either, but rather deploying some existing code used for the intro movie in the original Regency Solitaire, plus its prequel, Shadowhand. (It's all about saving time and brainpower.) Perfecting the timing of pans, zooms, and syncing to voiceovers and music is no small feat. It's a puzzle of its own. [h2] Why have an intro movie?[/h2] You might wonder, why go to all this trouble for an intro? For us, it's not just about meeting expectations; it's about creating an immersive experience for you, the players. While we could ship without an intro (Ancient Enemy didn't have one), we think it helps to set the tone. Plus the game has a 1 hour demo, so the intro can show off a lot more backgrounds and characters from later in the game, and look really fancy. Remember the OG intro movie that set the stage for Regency Solitaire? We're still super proud of it, as it's a testament to the heart we pour into every detail: [previewyoutube=_W2GM1ECbwU;full][/previewyoutube] We'll be sharing the finished masterpiece on YouTube, social media, and right here on Steam. Because your support means a great deal to our small studio. [h2] Coming soon...![/h2] Get ready for more updates! We're gearing up to announce the launch date. And mark your calendars – on Feb 5th, 2024, during the Next Fest, you'll have the chance to [b]try out a demo version of Regency Solitaire II on Steam[/b]. Don't miss it! Thanks for being a part of this exciting adventure with us. [h2][i]Jake & Helen, Grey Alien Games.[/i][/h2] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43351606/9dbdf501fe8f2d0f9ac2a3dcb88a36a52dd0037b.jpg[/img] https://store.steampowered.com/app/2137470/Regency_Solitaire_II/