The Denver Nuggets mascot, Rocky, passed away unexpectedly last night. The news came as a shock to fans and the organization alike. Rocky had been a beloved and iconic part of the Nuggets' franchise for over two decades. Known for his high-flying acrobatics and engaging personality, Rocky was a fan favorite at games and events throughout Denver. His energetic presence and entertaining performances will be sorely missed by all. The team has yet to announce any plans for a replacement mascot, but they have expressed their intention to honor Rocky's legacy in some way.
The team has yet to announce any plans for a replacement mascot, but they have expressed their intention to honor Rocky's legacy in some way. Fans have been flooding social media with tributes and memories of their favorite moments with the beloved mascot. The loss of Rocky is a true loss for the Nuggets and the entire city of Denver.
Amber’s Magic Shop officially out!
First of all, public service announcement: after a month of very intensive testing, my dating sim with optional crafting gameplay Amber’s Magic Shop it’s finally out!
You can download a demo and get more info at the game’s official page: http://winterwolves.com/ambersmagicshop.htm
As usual, if you buy from my site you’ll also get a free Steam key once it’s out there (not sure yet when, but should be in the next months). A mobile version is also planned and should be out probably around June on Android, followed by the iOS version later.
Gameplay and prototypes
Today I also wanted to talk a bit about what I’ve learned in the past months. As you know I like to try different things. This lead to two “experiments”: Queen Of Thieves’ randomized missions, and Amber’s Magic Shop crafting simulation.
While I know many people who liked both games gameplay, I am the first to admit that the result was less fun than I originally planned. Talking with people in forums and other devs, I think I found some basic mistakes I have done:
- First of all, for both games I had the story written BEFORE the gameplay, and that forced me to tweak the gameplay based on the story and not the opposite
- I didn’t really make any prototype for both games. I did one for the combat of Queen Of Thieves, but not for the whole “robbery missions” thing. Doing prototypes is essential to know if a game is fun or not early during development
- Last but not least, I don’t enjoy particularly sim games. I mean I like playing them, but I’m not obsessed. My tastes have also changed with age: when I was 20 years old I remember playing very long games with Civilization (can’t remember which version was). Nowadays? I can barely play for a few hours. While for example I played a lot games like Horizons: Zero Dawn, starting the final battle at level 44… 😀
The conclusion I can draw from those observation is simple: if I decide to try again doing a game with more different gameplay, I should really either have a beta prototype to get early feedback from players, or at least code it myself first, and then worry about the story later. Otherwise, the final result it’s never going to be as good as it could have.
For VN/RPGs the thing is different, since you can tweak the battles as you play/read the story, that’s what I did both with Loren and SOTW, and both games are the ones which got more praises for gameplay. Same thing for PSCD, which probably has the best gameplay of all my games (unless you really hate card games…!).
In summary any kind of game that has a story mixed with combat/fights at certain key point of the story it’s safe to do for me. For other kind of games, I really need to try a different approach, to have a better final result 🙂
Last but not least, Love Bites coding/playtesting is progressing well. Below you see a fun scene where Brandon tries to invite Viktor to dance 🙂
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Reviews for "Rocky's Impact on Denver Nuggets Fans and Community"
1. Emma Thompson - 1 out of 5 stars:
I was extremely disappointed with "Denver Nuggets Mascot Passes Away". The film lacks depth and emotion, making it difficult to connect with the characters or the storyline. Additionally, the plot feels predictable and cliché, leaving no room for surprises or excitement. I found myself checking the time throughout the entire film, hoping it would end soon. Overall, I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this movie.
2. John Smith - 2 out of 5 stars:
I had high hopes for "Denver Nuggets Mascot Passes Away" but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The writing was weak, resulting in poorly developed characters and a lackluster storyline. The pacing was also off, with the movie dragging on in some parts and rushing through important moments in others. Although the filmmakers had an interesting concept to explore, the execution was subpar. This is definitely not a film I would recommend to others.
3. Rachel Green - 2.5 out of 5 stars:
"Denver Nuggets Mascot Passes Away" had the potential to be a touching and heartfelt film, but it ultimately failed to deliver. The plot felt contrived and forced, making it difficult to emotionally invest in the story. The performances were lackluster, with the actors delivering their lines without much conviction. There were a few moments that were genuinely touching, but they were overshadowed by the overall mediocrity of the film. I wouldn't necessarily discourage others from watching it, but I wouldn't say it's a must-see either.
4. David Johnson - 1.5 out of 5 stars:
I regret watching "Denver Nuggets Mascot Passes Away". The film is poorly executed and lacks substance. The characters are one-dimensional and unrelatable, leading to a disengaging viewing experience. The script feels disjointed and uneven, leaving the audience with more questions than answers. Overall, I found the movie to be a waste of time and would not recommend it to anyone looking for a meaningful or entertaining film.
5. Samantha Davis - 1 out of 5 stars:
"Denver Nuggets Mascot Passes Away" fails to deliver on its promise of a moving and emotional story. The plot is incredibly predictable and cliché, leaving no room for surprises or genuine moments of emotion. The performances were wooden and unconvincing, making it hard to connect with the characters. Additionally, some scenes felt unnecessarily long and dragged out, contributing to the overall poor pacing of the film. I found this movie to be underwhelming and would not recommend it to others.