Isochron - isometric turn based game - Inspired by X-Com

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  1. JSeuss

    JSeuss Active Member

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    #1 JSeuss, Aug 15, 2009
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    Hi, I'm putting together a turn based strategy game that's had a lot of inspiration from the old school X-Com games.

    Dubbed Isochron, it's had a bit of a break while other jobs got done but now it's at full steam again.

    The most interesting addition is the base management screen..

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    The ballistics system is still getting a lot of work done to it and tactical maps are getting upgraded to support multiple layers.

    For more info on progress, head on over to http://game.jseuss.com. A lot of the content so far has been created because of user feedback (like base management), so make sure you have your say!

    === Update ===
    Soo, things are moving along for Isochron again. I've just about finished a level editor and the tactical engine has received a complete rewrite to support a bunch of cool features.

    How many of you out there would be interested in creating a few level modules with the editor for inclusion in the game? The editor only works on Macs at the moment, but if enough are interested in an iOS version I could make a port I guess.. Leave a comment if isometric level editing is something you'd like to do.

    Thanks for your patience and support so far for Isochron - It's truly a massive project for just one guy, but thanks to all the volunteers and donations it's actually coming together.

    Thanks!
    JSeuss Software

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  2. MidianGTX

    MidianGTX Well-Known Member

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    Wooo, pixels! Keeping an eye on this just for the awesome art style.
     
  3. RayLancer

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    Looks more awesome than the last time you posted here, are you going to be implementing other x-com features like researching?
     
  4. JSeuss

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    Once the tactical elements are polished I'll definitely be focusing on base management and research aspects of the game. Still not sure if I'll release a tactical only game, or wait until it's all done.
     
  5. tmy

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    I have to keep an eye on this.
     
  6. JSeuss

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    New features and screenshots available and the game has finally been named. Head on over to http://game.jseuss.com to check it out. There's also a one question survey about the new name.
     
  7. MidianGTX

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    I voted it's OK. I get the feeling some morons are gonna be pronouncing it wrong.
     
  8. Comassion

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    I think it's a good name, and I'm very much looking forward to this game. If you have a big campaign mode that's just ducky, but just having a tactical X-Com combat game will make me plenty happy. Thanks for programming one, and you've got at least one sure sale. ;)
     
  9. roostersully

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    Are you going to need any beta testers?
     
  10. ob1

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    #10 ob1, Sep 2, 2009
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    Looks nice, I was a big fan of the X-Com series. Looking forward to it.
     
  11. JSeuss

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    It's still a little early for beta testers, but I will be needing a few at some point in the future. Keep an eye on the project as I'll be letting everyone know when the time has come for beta testers.
     
  12. silentdante

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    huge fan of the x-com series, so i hope this will be awesome
     
  13. kooworx

    kooworx Well-Known Member

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    Cool! I love X-com!
     
  14. CaseyLay

    CaseyLay Well-Known Member

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    Looks like something I'd be looking for. Although, I'm hoping for something more along the lines of Fire Emblem.
     
  15. shigzeo

    shigzeo Well-Known Member

    X-Com is a great series to base a new game. Loved them and look forward to hear more about this.
     
  16. roostersully

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    Awesome. I like beta testing.
     
  17. Thorbjorn

    Thorbjorn Well-Known Member

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    Looks pretty cool. I have beta tested a few games.. Just throwing it out there! ;)
     
  18. JSeuss

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    Hey,

    Just a quick note that there is some more info on the developments of Isochron over at http://game.jseuss.com .

    Most notable is the addition of a base management component - so for everyone who requested it, your work has paid off!

    Head on over there's a video and everything! :)

    Cheers,
    JSeuss Software
     
  19. drelbs

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    #19 drelbs, Feb 24, 2010
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    Awesome!

    Here's the vid:

     
  20. ilStugots

    ilStugots Well-Known Member

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    Please implement as much from X-Com as you can without getting sued. I would play the shit out of an X/Com game on my iPod/iPad.
     

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