Hello, Roadlikers!
We're thrilled to announce the release of the demo version of Roadlike! After months of hard work and countless hours of development and a showcase at Gamescom, we’re excited to finally share a taste of what we’ve been creating. This demo represents our vision of combining the high-octane excitement of classic arcade racing with the unpredictability and strategic depth of roguelike games. We can't wait for you to dive in and experience it for yourself!
What to Expect in the Demo
In this demo, you’ll get a firsthand look at the core features that make Roadlike a unique and thrilling experience:
- Procedurally Generated Tracks: No two races are the same! Each time you hit the road, you’ll encounter new track layouts filled with twists, turns, and obstacles that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
- Diverse Biomes: Race through a variety of environments, from bustling cityscapes to serene meadows, and discover the unique challenges each biome presents. The world of Roadlike is vast and full of surprises!
- Customizable Upgrades: Collect coins and perform tricks during your races to earn upgrades. Enhance your car’s performance with drift boosts, protective shields, and more. Find the perfect combination of upgrades to suit your racing style.
- Strategic Route Choices: Every race is not just about speed—it's about making smart decisions. Choose your route wisely, as each path offers different challenges and rewards that will shape your racing experience.
We Need Your Feedback!
As Roadlike is still in development, this demo is an important step for us to gather feedback and make improvements. Your input will be invaluable in helping us fine-tune the gameplay, fix bugs, and add new features. We are committed to creating the best possible game, and we can’t do it without your help!
How to Provide Feedback:
- In-Game Feedback Form: While playing the demo, you can press F1 at any time to open our feedback form. This will allow you to report any issues you encounter, share your thoughts, and suggest improvements.
- Community Discussion: Join our community on Itch.io and IndieDB to participate in discussion. Share your experiences, ask questions, and connect with other players and the development team.
Known Issues
Since this is an early demo, you might encounter some bugs or rough edges. Here are a few known issues we're already aware of:
- Some visual glitches in certain biomes.
- Occasional frame rate drops in high-density areas.
- Occasional issues with traffic spawning
- Some mesh generation issues in the Countryside Dirtway level.
We're actively working on these and appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to polish the game.
What's Next?
After gathering feedback from the demo, our focus will be on fixing bugs and optimizing performance to address any issues reported by players. Additionally, we will work on expanding the game by adding new content, including more biomes, track elements, and upgrade options. Lastly, we will be tweaking the game mechanics to ensure balanced gameplay, creating a fair and enjoyable racing experience for all players.
Stay tuned for updates! We’ll keep you posted on our progress through regular devlogs, so make sure to follow our page for the latest news. You can join our mailing list here and check out all our socials (and more) at our linktree.
Thank You!
We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who takes the time to play our demo and share feedback. Your support means the world to us, and we're excited to build Roadlike together with you.
Happy racing, and may the best driver win!
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