[quote]Hello everyone! [b]Emiliano, our game director[/b], along with [b]Yannis[/b] and [b]Steven[/b] (that's me), the [b]community managers[/b], hosted a [url=https://discord.gg/k7HqQAWfUT]Q&A on our Discord last week[/url]. Inspired by the questions from that session, we want to share some key points that we feel are important for a larger audience. Happy reading![/quote] [h3]What is the story behind Ale Abbey?[/h3][hr][/hr] The game originated from[b] Emiliano's passion for brewing and tycoon games[/b]. Although he has been working in the industry for a while, he had never had the opportunity to develop a tycoon game until now. Venturing into managing a brewery felt like a natural progression. Our Game Director has read extensively about beer crafting, and it was during this research that he stumbled upon [b]trappist abbeys[/b]. The traditions and history behind these monastic ales captivated him. This and the fact monastery beers are some of his favourites. [h3]What’s my goal as a player?[/h3][hr][/hr] You will begin your journey with a [b]humble abbey[/b] and the ambition of growing [b]larger[/b] and more [b]prosperous[/b]. To achieve this, you'll [b]create unique recipes[/b] and [b]sell your freshly made beverages[/b] to nearby villages. As you advance, it is essential to continually [b]evolve your brewing practices[/b], as brewing is not a practice set in stone. By allowing [b]your monks to conduct research[/b], you'll unlock new tools, ingredients, and rooms, thereby enriching your monastic life. [quote][img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45050131/37674c8cbced67f64a6588aebe02c003b322b39b.gif[/img][/quote] [h3]What divine drinks can I concoct?[/h3][hr][/hr] There are over [b]20 European styles of beer[/b] in the game at the moment, ranging from blond ale to Bohemian pilsner. For each of these styles, you'll be able to [b]craft unique recipes[/b] by selecting your desired ingredients. You can also tweak these to gain specific bonuses—or risk getting your beer infected! Different towns have varying preferences for beer types; [b]not everyone enjoys the same brews[/b]. By [b]catering to local tastes[/b] and [b]fulfilling special orders[/b] during events, you'll be able to earn more florins. [quote][img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45050131/6fd5c69fcc800a8d7d552118b4a520df93d15b22.png[/img][/quote] [h3]What’s up with the monks? [/h3][hr][/hr] The monks under your charge are essential for producing the best beers. [b]Each monk has unique stats[/b] that will get better over time with training and experience. However, be mindful of their individual needs and desires; providing a bed and a beer is a good start to keep them content. [quote][img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45050131/966bcfa90fab5532aa6c16e08ebe57af06737391.gif[/img][/quote] [h3]Will I be able to play a demo?[/h3][hr][/hr] After [b]two years of development[/b], the game is in a good state and [b]we’ll absolutely do a demo later this year[/b]. In the meantime, we are also considering the option of conducting some [b]playtests[/b] beforehand. To be sure to not miss this or extra content, follow us on our diverse socials platform [url=https://x.com/AleAbbey_Game style=button]X/TWITTER[/url] | [url=https://www.facebook.com/AleAbbey.Game/ style=button]FACEBOOK[/url] [h3]How can we help? [/h3][hr][/hr] [b]Wishlist the game on Steam! It’s the best way to support us[/b]. Additionally, if you know anyone who might enjoy our game, please tell them about us. We’re always excited to welcome new people and share our passion for tycoon games with them! [hr][/hr][quote]If you wish to know more, you can also check the weekly updates about the game on IndieDB! The audio version of the Q&A is also included, with some more specific questions addressed in it. [url=https://www.indiedb.com/games/ale-abbey-in-hops-we-trust/news/somethings-brewing-in-the-abbey-116 style=button]Weekly update[/url] Have a great day and see you soon brewers!🍺[/quote] https://store.steampowered.com/app/2789460/Ale_Abbey/ [hr][/hr]SOCIALS - [url=https://discord.gg/k7HqQAWfUT style=button]DISCORD[/url] | [url=https://x.com/AleAbbey_Game style=button]REDDIT [/url] | [url=https://x.com/AleAbbey_Game style=button]X/TWITTER[/url] | [url=https://www.facebook.com/AleAbbey.Game/ style=button]FACEBOOK[/url]