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Hey, thanks for the comment. I'm gonna be honest, I have worked on this game for 2 weeks and just finished it today. I am making this for another game jam but I just read that they don't allow generative ai so I'd be disqualified anyway. So, I submitted this a few more game jams where the theme matches somewhat just to get some more feedback.

I don't feel like removing the generative ai voices because I started with the idea that the game would have voice acting to make it more immersive.

Edit: as for the deeper meaning, I was going for the angle that all evil things are also made by God. You can find more about that in the game after beating the boss of floor 3. The overall theme of the game is obviously noir + lovecraftian.

JosephRARE12 days ago (1 edit)

Thank you for getting back to me! I believe I will still let voting be an option on this game. Most games don't follow all rules for Jams anyway. Two weeks for this game is good time. On a scale of Beginner, Intermediate, and Professional, which do you think you are? Do you have any experience with 3D game development? And what engine do you use the most? Also, I would highly recommend you listen to "The Game Dev Field Guide" by Zackavelli. You can listen on YouTube or Apple Podcast. He was a great inspiration for me and my game development career.

Three more questions: what is your favorite Video Game? Have you heard of the games LIMBO and INSIDE? And how would you like to be a Judge for the Jam? I see great talent in you. Much more than I see in me.

Thank you and get back to me.

Saarisht Thaman12 days ago

Thanks a lot! I would say I'm a beginner as I have only made about 4-5 complete games. I haven't really made any 3D games. I have only used unity for game development.

I have added that to my watch later, will surely give it a listen today.

My favourite game is probably the original deus ex or dark souls 1. I have played and beaten both limbo and inside and I think they're amazing games.

Whoa, I would love the opportunity to be a judge, thank you so much!

JosephRARE11 days ago (1 edit)

Thank you for getting back to me! You're welcome! You seem to be a beginner close to intermediate. Thank you for thinking about giving the Field Guide a listen. I have used Unity and Unreal Engine 5. I do have Godot but haven't used it yet. Unity is a good, flexible choice. I've never played Dark Souls but have heard great things. I am SO glad you've played LIMBO and INSIDE. To me, they are some of the best games, in my opinion. Are you familiar with Resident Evil 4? Original or Remake.

Great! I will add you as a Judge.

Edit: I will need your Profile URL to add you as a Judge.

Saarisht Thaman11 days ago

Hey thanks, appreciate it. You should try both Deus Ex and Dark Souls (any of the souls games like Bloodborne, Elden ring).
I have played both re4 original and remake. I prefer the gameplay of remake over the original due to the parry mechanic but the original has a better tone and dialog.

I think this is my Profile URL: Saarisht Thaman - itch.io

JosephRARE11 days ago (2 edits)

I've never met anyone who has played LIMBO, INSIDE, and Resident Evil 4. I've played the Remake six times, but never the original. For a URL, you'll need something that includes an "https://"

Edit: Try looking up "how to access profile URL in itch.io"

Saarisht Thaman11 days ago

You should try the original.

is this fine: https://itch.io/profile/saarishtthaman

JosephRARE11 days ago

It's on Steam now, so...

I don't know what's happening. It won't work. It says to either use the username or profile URL and neither of the things you've given me are working.

Saarisht Thaman11 days ago

Hmmm.. you can try my username: saarishtthaman

Also drop me your discord so we can talk further

JosephRARE11 days ago

Worked! You are now displayed as a host and can judge games! If you want Jam-Editing rights, just tell me. Sorry, I don't have a Discord. I'm weird. You can drop me yours, though.

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