Puzzle Bots

[The Ivy]

In my opinion,  based on what I've read and seen, this game is very much like a hybrid between a casual and adventure game. This is not a bad thing either, as it would appeal to gamers of both groups.

Yep, that is definitely the intention! I've tried to take what I think are the fun elements of adventure games, and eliminated the parts that drive people insane. It'll still be challenging, especially towards the end, but I'm intentionally making the difficulty curve very gentle. And there will be a hint system again. I don't want anybody getting stuck.

[Layabout]

Hello Erin Robinson.

I was looking at the screenshots of your wonderful game Puzzlebots and noticed one thing. Yuriko. She looks deathly sick with that Jaudice-like yellow skin of hers. I would change it. I know its a stereotypical asian cartoony skin colour, but it may cause players to disassociate themselves from the character. Psychologically, people don't like sick people. I would post photos to demonstrate, but just a quick look on Jaundice on google images makes me feel ill.

[Dave Gilbert]

Notable news links!

Here's a sweet demonstration video, where Erin and I chat about the game and show some exclusive game footage.

In addition, Puzzle Bots has been named by DIYgames as one of the top 10 break out indie games of 2010!

The game's been submitted to the IGF.  Cross your fingers.

[Bulbapuck]

How can I have missed this thread :o
Woohoo

Looks absolutely amazing! Can't wait for this to get out

[Crimson Wizard]

I think I know how to solve puzzle on the 1st screenshot  

Anyway, looks really good.

[Chrille]

Looking good! Up until now I had the impression it would be something simpler with just puzzles but it's nice to see it's pretty much like Nanobots.

I'll most likely get it. I guess I should play the other games on WadjetEye first. I screwed up the original download codes and havn't managed to get updated copies.

[Grim]

I like the idea behind this game. I'm not sure about all this sweetness... but I know a lot of people enjoy that in a game; it's just that I'm more of a 'sad monochromatic psychodelic' kind of guy... BUT- as I played the previous (nano)puzzlebots game I found myself really liking it, despite its cute graphics and positive tone, there was some real depth there that got my attention and kept me in front of the screen.

I remember it was quite hard too. Are the puzzles going to be similiar in difficulty?

[dirk delshire]

In a strange way it reminds me of Battle Bugs which was made by Epyx and released by Sierra.
I'm sure this game will be a little less stress inducing. Some of the levels in Battle Bugs made me want to pull my hair out.
It's still a very fun strategy game though.
I will definitely be checking this one out come the release date.  

[Iv4n]

One of the men characters reminds me of Braid.

[loontje]

I enjoyed playing nanobots so I can't wait to get my hands on this game. It's cool that the graphic style looks like Erin's webcomics 

[barefoot]

fantastic graphics... time well spent... cool..

barefoot

[PolloDiablo]

This looks really promising. Looking forward to hearing more about it!

[Dave Gilbert]

(copied from my mailing list email)

Hello everyone!

Let's get the bad news out of the way.  The release of Puzzle Bots has been pushed back an extra week.  We want to be super-extra sure that this game is as perfect as it can be, and the extra testing time will be well worth it.  But, to make up for it, we're offering you some sweet pre-order deals!

For everyone who pre-orders, you will receive an instant link to what we call a "Preorder Bonus Art Pack", which includes several high-resolution images created especially for Puzzle Bots by noted web artists (including Jess Fink). And if that's not enough, you'll also get a $5 coupon that you can apply to any exclusive item in the store!

For those of you who want to get Puzzle Bots on CD-ROM, we've also got a special deal for you.  We are pleased to offer you a Collector's Edition CD-ROM, which includes the following:

- Hand-made printed image CD-ROM in attractive jewel case.
- Full soundtrack.
- Free shipping to anywhere in the world!

This CD-ROM will only be available during the pre-order period, so hurry up and nab it before time is up!

-Dave

[Matt Frith]

Preordered! Looking forward to it

[Crimson Wizard]

I preordered too! 

[Stupot]

Also Preordered.  Beautifully timed release, just before essay and exam period

[Monsieur OUXX]

I'm impressed by the technical level.
It doesn't look like, but it includes many little things hard to cahieve in AGS.
I wonder how you did that.

[NsMn]

Let's get the bad news out of the way.  The release of Puzzle Bots has been pushed back an extra week.  We want to be super-extra sure that this game is as perfect as it can be, and the extra testing time will be well worth it. 

That really made you sound like a professional game publisher.

[Dave Gilbert]

That really made you sound like a professional game publisher.

Only response to this is "Hah!"

I'm impressed by the technical level.
It doesn't look like, but it includes many little things hard to cahieve in AGS.
I wonder how you did that.

We did it by breaking several laws of physics.

[m0ds]

Awesome! Though the fact Erin's name isn't mentioned anywhere on the Puzzle Bots pages is slightly perplexing. Is there any reason why you don't include a "Credits" link on the side by Story, Screenshots, etc?