Drone Swarm Live Stream Presentation Notes

Introduction

• Live stream at Tokyo Game Show.
• Focus on the latest build of the game "Drone Swarm."
• Will showcase game progression beyond the demo.
• Open to questions during the presentation.

Game Features

• Main Menu:
  • Disturb the swarm using the cursor.
  • Features 32,000 individually simulated drones.
  • Inspired by movies like Guardians of the Galaxy and Star Trek.

Gameplay Overview

• Galaxy Map:
  • Progressing past the demo area (end of Chapter One).
  • Skill points and abilities:
    • Cannonball ability.
    • New abilities: Railgun, Immovable, Raygun.
• Factions in Drone Swarm:
  • Three main factions: Dvor, Dashan, Rogue AI.
  • Rogue AI: Seek materials to replicate.

Combat Mechanics

• Building walls for defense.
• Attack paths and defense paths.
• Importance of path length for drone commitment and damage.
• Tactical gameplay involves:
  • Utilizing walls for protection.
  • Strategies for attacking and defending.
  • Managing drone resources effectively.
• Encountering different enemy types requiring varied strategies.
• Status Effects:
  • Disabling gas clouds, shields, and mines.

Skill Development and Upgrades

• Skill points allow players to unlock new abilities.
• Upgrades for weapons and swarm mechanics:
  • Space Band Field for slowing enemies.
  • Raygun and other weapon upgrades.
• Challenges:
  • Developing strategies against tougher enemies.
  • Combat scenarios that require tactical thinking.

Advanced Gameplay

• Moving to later stages of the game (Chapter Three).
• Encountering stronger enemies and needing to adapt.
• Real-life data used for exoplanet graphics and mechanics.
• Energy State:
  • Introduced as a new combat mechanic.
• Environmental Tactics:
  • Using asteroids and gas clouds strategically.

Conclusion

• Game release planned for October 20th.
• Demo available on Steam.
• Encouragement to join the community and participate in playtests.
• Upcoming stream scheduled for Saturday.
• Thanking the audience and inviting them to enjoy the Tokyo Game Show.