Why hello, world! 👋
We're Darkbright Studios, a new game studio launched by
@Treasure_DAO
.
Join us as we embark on our journey and dig in to discover the magic that will power
@Smolverse
's first game title, Smolville from the ground up.
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#PoweredByTreasure
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Catch our Smol having a blast preparing their garden with some newly added prototype environment farming functions! 🧑🌾
⛏️ Tool Selection
🕳️ Ground Prep
🌱 Planting
💧 Watering
What crop or plants would you love to cultivate on your farm? 👇
We’re making incredible progrEEEEEss on Smolville dev 🎮
Here's a Smol peek into our game environment with a glance at a Smol walking on the back of the flying whale 🐋
Collider? ✅
Physics? ✅
Walk cycles? ✅
Controls? ✅
What structures would you like to see on the whale? 👇
Looks like our Smol has started exploring the back of the flying whale 🐳
Take a closer look and you'll spot some newly sprouted trees in our ever evolving Smolville game environment 🌳
What other elements would you like to see incorporated on the Smolville whale? 💭👇
Today we’re taking another peek into the Smolville game engine!
Our Smol is exploring further along the mysterious flying whale, encountering new NPCs near the hut 🏕
Got some ideas for our flying whale's landscape? Share them below 🎮👇🏼
Smolville concept art showcase time! 🎨
Check out these concept elemental icons, each representing unique archetypes for our enchanting islands! Imagine the zany adventures awaiting you on these remarkable lands 🔥🌊🌳
Which island type would you explore first? 👇
Ever notice the art in our world? Warm, inviting, yet mysteriously edgy. We call it 'DarkBright' 🎨
Even our Smol's design, from hair to foot, subtly mirrors the world!
Noticed other design quirks? Share them with us👇
Dive into our latest Dev Diary as we reflect on our epic journey so far!
👥 From solo to a team of 8
🌟 40+ game builds, 30+ logos
📚 Massive strides in game design
🎮 Exclusive playtesting & more on the horizon!
We’ve also got a 'smol' preview just for you! Read now👇
How about a sprout that outgrows you? 🌱
An adorable Smol 'oops' moment during our development led to a quirky surprise, and added extra charm to our Smolville world 🎮
What unexpected elements would you love in Smolville? Share your zany ideas with us! 👇🏼
New art incoming!
Our Art Director
@SoaringBrain
has revealed an EEEEExhilarating sneak peek of the first strata in the Dream Cartography—a.k.a. Smolville's beautiful in-game mapping system 🗺️
Let us know your thoughts👇
Smolville Creative Director Spooky has posted a new dev diary!
Dive into the diary to learn about the profound significance of defining pillars in game development, along with the core pillars that shape our very own Smolville adventure 🎮
Link below 👇
🌌 New Dev Diary alert! Join us as we unveil the concept of Travelers. It’s more than just exploring - it’s about connecting worlds 🌏🎮
Want to learn more about the mysterious Travelers? Read below👇
Ever thought you've snagged a bird only to find two more in the bush next to you? And (surprise!) that bush is wrapped with poison ivy.
Fear not! It'll take a special Smol farmer to hoe it safely. A worthy quest indeed! Alas, early Smolville life! ⛏️🐦🎮
Another captivating Smolville Dev Diary has just dropped 💥
Learn about the essential pillar of "Zaniness" in Smolville and how pacing, anticipation, and player-driven humor can create memorable experiences in the game 🎮
Link below 👇
Get hyped! Art Director
@SoaringBrain
reveals an EEEEEpic sneak peek of the majestic Smolville flying whale soaring through magical skies 🐋☁️
Imagine the incredible adventures awaiting you in Smolville!
Let us know what you think👇
We had an incredible Paper Prototype session with our playtesters! Their feedback will help us make Smolville even more enthralling 🚀🎮
Want to join? Signup below 👇🏼
Diving into Smolville's vibrant tapestry ✨
Here's a sneak peek of our whimsical world's potential visuals. From radiant skies to vivid treetops 🌳 every hue evokes pure wonder.
What colors or whimsical elements do you dream of seeing inside of Smolville? 🎨👇
New Dev Diary alert 🚀
Dive deeper with us into the core of "Zaniness" in Smolville as we discuss anecdotes of hilarious in-game incidents, and outlandish NPC characters that shape our game-creation journey 🎮😂
Link Below👇
Meet Griswold's many moods! 🦁 From intense workouts to quirky surprises, each expression tells a tale. I wonder how he'd react to an unexpected rain? 🤔☔
Custom questing tools are changing the game, streamlining design, and empowering our team allowing for more creative freedom! 🚀🧰💡
Check out part 2 of our tech journey here👇
Smolville’s 2nd Paper Prototype with our playtesters was… EEEEEEPIC and ended with a thrilling coin flip 😲
Want to join? Signup for future paper prototype playtests 👇🏼
We're peeling back the curtains on how we're crafting Smolville's rich lore in today's Dev Diary 📜
Dive into how we draw inspiration, meet unique NPCs, and discover our world's depth 🎮🌍
Read now👇
🎮 Ever been stumped by weird controls?
A great UI/UX makes for seamless play and deep connection. UI/UX in games isn't just about design, it's the bridge to the virtual world! And that's what we're building toward.
Want a sneak peek of what we're working on? 👇🏼
Dive into Part 2 of our Dev Diary
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We're revealing the art of character creation in our game's world. See how contrasts shape our Travelers and bring our game world to life👇
As we continue on our exciting journey together, we found ourselves wondering...what aspects of Smolville's game development are you most interested in? 🗳️👇
We’re back again with another Smolville poll 🎮
Q: Would you be interested in joining an exclusive Discord gaming-centric server dedicated to all things Smolville?
Let us know what ya think 🗳️👇
Game Director PurpleSnow is back with another Smolville poll for all you gamers out there 🎮
Q: How crucial is background music to your gaming experience?
Cast your vote below 🗳️👇
Dive into today's Dev Diary to meet Griswold, our muscle-packed pro wrestling farmer!
Discover how he and other characters shape the quirky essence of Project Smolville 🌻💪
Check it out below👇
When it comes to gaming videos, what's your go-to pick?
If you have favs other than the ones listed in the poll, make sure to let us know in the comments below! 🎬👇
For short gaming videos, what content captures your attention? Your choice helps us create what you love. 🎮📺
If there are other video content types outside of the options below that you'd like to see, make sure to let us know! 👇
@smolverse
@Treasure_DAO
Make sure to join up, Smols! It’ll be a fun one! Get a first look at the game loop of the expeditions component of the Smolville game!