Pompeii: The Legacy is a unique city-building game set in the Roman Empire, focusing on the legendary city of Pompeii. The game begins 20 years after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, where players are tasked with rebuilding the city from the ashes. As the head of a Roman family, players will manage the reconstruction efforts over several generations, making critical decisions that will shape the future of the city. Each generation brings new challenges and opportunities, with the player choosing their successor at the end of their life. The gameplay is deeply rooted in historical events, offering a campaign that spans over 200 years. Players will need to use their political skills to govern the people of Pompeii, navigating the complex social hierarchy of the Roman Empire.
In this inaugural post, I’m excited to take you behind the scenes and provide a detailed look at the development of my game. From the initial reveal to the intricate design of game user interface, this blog will offer insights into the creative process and the features shaping our city-building adventure set in ancient Rome. Join me as we explore the foundations of our project and share the journey of bringing Pompeii to life!
In this dev blog, I’ll be diving into some key aspects of the game’s User Interface (UI), starting with a closer look at the Main UI window.
Here’s a sneak peek at the UI design for the main game window:
I’ve aimed to keep the UI as intuitive and straightforward as possible so that players can easily understand it at a glance. While there will be a tutorial at the beginning of the game, it’s crucial that the core UI remains user-friendly and doesn’t overwhelm players with too many unknowns.
Here’s a glimpse of the Main UI window with added elements, such as Objectives and a Dialogue Window:
In conclusion, while the current UI design might seem quite classic, rest assured that Pompeii: The Legacy is far from a mediocre city builder. The next Dev Blog will focus on city management, providing a deeper look into the game's management system and showcasing its complexity.
Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for your continued support!
Pompeii: The Legacy reveal trailer is now live, offering a first look at the challenges of rebuilding Pompeii.