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[GAME] BloxZon 2: Dark Matter

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Started 1 year ago by adpro
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adpro
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Introduction:
BloxZon 2 is kind of similar to Block Breaker, or BreakIt, but you use a launch pad of blocks to destroy the falling blocks. The idea is to throw the blocks up at falling blocks to destroy them.

Why developers will find my game interesting:
It took a bit of time to iron out all of the stuff that is going on in the game. I had to spend a lot of time optimizing the game while trying to make sure I wasn't compromising visual effects for the player. It's still a work in progress to make it perfect, but I think I have done a good job so far!

Why gamers will find my game interesting:
It's really fun! Survival mode kind of has a similar feel to Doodle Jump, or Helicopter, or games similar to that. It also has online score options in OpenFeint and GameCenter. We also plan on releasing updates for more survival mode games.

Here are some great screenshots of BloxZon:

Here are some great videos of BloxZon:
So far it's just the intro - We're working on some other videos. I'll post them when I can

Get the Video Plugins

You can read more about BloxZon:
http://www.bloxzon.com

You can download BloxZon from iTunes here:
http://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/bloxzon-2-dark-matter/id409738605?mt=8

I really appreciate all of the help I got from other cocos2d users here.
Here are some PROMO CODES for BloxZon.
Please write an honest review on the app store and report directly back here about any bugs.

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Posted 1 year ago #
adpro
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Oh, and if you could please post what promo code you use, just so I can strike them off as being used! Thanks!

Posted 1 year ago #
spadict
Member

they've all been used :D . Grats on your release though

This is why I never directly post promo codes - because the scavengers will silently snipe them without gratitude.
If you PM me one I'll be sure to put a review in the store for you.

Posted 1 year ago #
adpro
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I figured that might be the case, which is why I only posted 4.

I sent you a PM with a promo code.

If anyone else wants one, let me know and I will PM you as well.

Posted 1 year ago #
beyondtool
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Thanks for the code, I got a chance to play your game tonight. Firstly I really dig this retro style. The title screen just screams quality. The background screens of the game were also superb.

I think it was interesting that by default the sound is off (and keeps resetting to off when the game is restarted). I think you probably realized that it is a bit annoying. I have nothing against retro arcade sounds, but I think it needs some background music or variation in the sound effects as it feels quite empty. Try using As3sfxr as a free and fast option: http://www.superflashbros.net/as3sfxr/

The game itself is an interesting idea kinda like columns meets breakout, but I think it's just too hard to start with. I really struggled to last more than 30 seconds (I never made it to a bonus round). The changing block colours can be frustrating. I also think when you hit a block with one colour it should explode all the closest blocks of the same colour.

The flick mechanic is good (I know it's hard to get right) but I do think if the blocks you throw can attach evenly to the other blocks (maybe float into position like a magnet), rather than as a mess of poor shots (which I was guilty off!) it will improve the gameplay.

My last suggestion is the graphics on the icon look a little blurry on the iPhone 4. Definitely consider adding retina display, Cocos2D has implemented it very well these days and it doesn't take that much to add.

And add bigger explosions, everyone loves things that explode. I think the blocks shouldn't just disappear but explode/shatter in a satisfying way.

Has heaps of potential. Good luck with your game!

Posted 1 year ago #
adpro
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Thanks for the reviews! I appreciate it.

We're working on an update as we speak, and all of your suggestions will be answered, except for one. I don't think we're going to make the blocks slide under the other blocks like a magnet like you suggested when you throw the incorrectly. I tested it out, and it honestly feels odd. I also asked a handfull of people and they all like it the way it is at the moment.

By hitting one block with the same color and exploding all the closest blocks of the same color, it only explodes the blocks that are hit with it. There are bombs, devices, and multi's that will help you explode more than just the block(s) you are throwing at. Those come up in later levels.

There is a learning curve to figure this game out, for sure. My business partner and I have both beat the game. The only ones so far. A huge problem we had with the first version of this game was the fact that it was too easy at first and people got bored of it. It's tough to find a happy medium.

I think we are going to include some more options for game play, like a training option, in an update coming soon. I did make stage 1 level 1 and 2 easier, but I fear bad reviews if I make it too easy. Once you can throw blocks without having to look at the launch pad, you'll be able to last a long time in the game. Also, the Survival mode is fun and really gets you good at the game.

This next update will fix all sound issues, and we're adding background music as well. There's also a bug that I found that I have fixed, but I'll let you guys try to find that!

We have another promo video for the game. Here it is!

Get the Video Plugins

EDIT - change that to HD - 720p

Posted 1 year ago #
beyondtool
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I see you guys are far more skilled at your game than me ;)

Getting the learning curve right can be hard trust me I've done it myself! Try and get as many player testers as you get, ask your mum, your grandma, your neighbour to have a go. You want the first level to be so easy that just about anyone can do it even with a finger/mental disability.

You know how the game works, but your players don't! Ease them into it.

Posted 1 year ago #
adpro
Member

Thanks beyonetool!

We have been playing this game quite a bit over the last year or so, haha.

We are actually currently working on an update to address this, and we're trying to get the right balance for difficulty. One problem was, the first version of this game we had out was too easy to begin with.

I think we found a pretty happy medium for it, though. Fun to play, but not too easy to begin with.

Thanks a lot for your input though! I really appreciate it!

Posted 1 year ago #
adpro
Member

Hello again,

Just wanted to let everyone know that reviewed this game that there is a new version. Most issues and feedback regarding the game have been addressed.

I have a bunch of promo codes waiting if anyone wants to review.

Also, here's a new video.

http://youtu.be/vmeuuqvDkwI?hd=1

Posted 1 year ago #
adpro
Member

Hey everyone!

I just wanted to let you all know that BloxZon 2 is FREE for one day! Go grab it and let me know what you think!

http://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/bloxzon-2-dark-matter/id409738605?mt=8

Get the Video Plugins

Posted 1 year ago #
adpro
Member

Hello again,

We released a new game type to BloxZon. It's a breaker style version with a paddle and ball. We're also planning on releasing other game types in the near future.

If anyone is interested in testing this out for us, please let me know and I will get you a code.

Thanks!

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