Curse of the Deadwood is a phenomenon that has been a subject of folklore and legends for centuries. It is said to take place in a dense and dark forest known as the Deadwood Forest, where unsuspecting travelers venture in at their own risk. The legends surrounding this curse tell of those who enter the forest never returning, forever becoming trapped within its depths. The origins of this curse are shrouded in mystery and vary depending on the storyteller. Some claim that the curse was placed upon the forest by an ancient and vengeful spirit, while others believe it is the result of a powerful enchantment placed by a coven of witches. Regardless of its origins, the curse is said to have a powerful hold on the forest and anyone who dares to enter.
Fully voiced cinematics tell the story of an ancient spell broken, a wicked menace reawakened, and a young Woodling named Lathe who vows to do whatever he must to save his beloved home. But he doesn’t have to do it alone! A mysterious stone giant named Roguard will aid Lathe on his quest. As they take on the darkness together, they learn that, through friendship, anything is possible.
Curse of the Deadwood is a unique couch co-op evolution of the twin-stick genre that will have you taking simultaneous control of two unlikely friends. Slide 1 Slide 1 current slide Slide 2 Slide 2 current slide Slide 3 Slide 3 current slide Slide 4 Slide 4 current slide Slide 5 Slide 5 current slide Slide 6 Slide 6 current slide Slide 7 Slide 7 current slide Slide 8 Slide 8 current slide Slide 9 Slide 9 current slide Slide 10 Slide 10 current slide Slide 11 Slide 11 current slide.
Regardless of its origins, the curse is said to have a powerful hold on the forest and anyone who dares to enter. Those who enter the Deadwood Forest are said to experience strange and eerie occurrences. The forest itself seems to come alive, with the trees whispering ancient secrets and the shadows dancing menacingly.
Curse of the Deadwood
Curse of the Deadwood is a twin-stick shooter with an emphasis on melee combat; and my first foray into professional game development as a level designer.
I joined the project at the tail end of pre-production, which meant that my main job at first was understanding and translating the overhead maps created by my lead at the time into Unity, as well as implementing maps I created myself. I directly imported the maps into the engine; and using scale references comparing assets to map markers established a size for all levels in the game while whiteboxing them. Once the levels were whiteboxed I would go through and implement dialogues, objectives, map collision, and enemy spawn points to create a first-pass of the level and its gameplay in compliance with the Game Design Document.
With gameplay and progression established, my tasks then moved onto first-pass setdressing across specific levels. Painting grass and defining paths and their materials, placing tree lines and structures, and general themes of areas were all part of my work. Certain areas that were home to either specific important objectives or large story beats were fully designed and setdressed by me to ensure gameplay, narrative, and aesthetic cohesion.
Following the broader strokes of level and world design was my more nuanced work with level and boss balance. With the general framework for the game established for setdressing and programming teams to tackle, my focus fell onto designing bosses with the rest of the team and refining their fight, as well as playtesting my levels and updating the balance. Updating enemy count and pickups, as well as updating the boss encounters through altering their damage, attack rate, and enemy spawns. Through numerous playtesting, both with team members and solo tests, I balanced the experience through levels and bosses to try and match the flow we'd established for our title.
Joining the team near the very beginning gave me valuable insights into the overall development process and the pitfalls that can show up; but also tackled, through proper planning and pre-production. As the level designer both art and tech would come through me to be implemented and meshed together, and as such I needed to be communicative and available for my team to be able to have all aspects of development come together to form the experience we have today. Through said communication I've come to love my team, as well as have a deeper understanding of all branches of game development and their intricacies. Game development is difficult, but through all I've learned and experienced I'm still raring to go for the next one.
Curse of the Deadwood is a unique evolution of the twin-stick genre that will have you taking control of two unlikely friends as they fight their way through hordes of wooden zombies. Balance a varied arsenal of long-ranged weapons with devastating melee and magic attacks. Only by working together will you be able to save the Woodlings' beautiful world of Knottington from the Curse of the Deadwood.
Travelers report feeling like they are being watched, their senses heightened as if something is lurking in the darkness. Many who dare to enter the forest soon find themselves lost and disoriented, unable to find their way back out. Time seems to stand still within the Deadwood Forest, with hours turning into days and days turning into weeks. The sounds of the outside world become distant echoes, as if they are trapped in another realm. Those who are unfortunate enough to succumb to the curse become part of the forest itself. Their spirits are said to linger within the Deadwood Forest, forever lost and tormented. Some claim to hear their anguished cries, echoing through the trees on dark and stormy nights. Attempts to break the curse have been made throughout the years, but none have been successful. The power of the Deadwood Forest is said to be too strong, its hold unyielding. It serves as a reminder to all who hear the legends to heed the warnings and stay far away from the cursed forest. The Curse of the Deadwood is a chilling tale that has captured the imaginations of many. It serves as a cautionary tale of the dangers that can lurk within the unknown and the consequences of venturing into uncharted territory. As with all legends, the truth behind the curse may never be fully known, but it continues to captivate and intrigue those who dare to venture into the realm of the supernatural..
Reviews for "Supernatural Forces: The Power of the Deadwood Cruse"
- Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Curse of the Deadwood". The plot was incredibly predictable and lacked any originality. It felt like I had already seen this movie a hundred times before. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it difficult to connect with them. Overall, I found the movie to be boring and unmemorable.
- John - 1 star - Save yourself the time and skip "Curse of the Deadwood". The acting was terrible, with wooden and unconvincing performances throughout. The special effects were laughable, and it was clear that the budget for this film was minimal. The storyline was muddled and confusing, leaving me scratching my head trying to figure out what was happening. I would not recommend wasting your time on this movie.
- Amanda - 2.5 stars - "Curse of the Deadwood" had potential, but it fell flat for me. The pacing was off, with the movie dragging in some parts and rushing through others. The dialogue was cliché and unimaginative, making it difficult to become invested in the story. The scares were predictable and lacked any real suspense. Overall, it was just an average horror movie that failed to leave a lasting impression.
- Jason - 3 stars - While "Curse of the Deadwood" wasn't terrible, it also wasn't anything special. The plot felt like something I had seen before, and the twists were easily predictable. The acting was average, with some performances standing out more than others. The movie did have a few creepy moments, but they were overshadowed by the lackluster script. Overall, it was a forgettable horror movie that didn't offer anything new to the genre.