Astral Clock Tower Studios

JUNE 29, 2021

Since embarking on the huge endeavor to completely revamp the entire Kristala demo, we've had our artists and modelers working hard to recreate some of the props and environmental elements that already existed in the original Dalamase demo level. Here's a look at just some of the props Harold was able to complete this month.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

AUGUST 31, 2021

With the updated armor sets handed off to our 3D modelers, James then whipped up a few fresh concepts for some of the remaining items in the Kristala demo that needed to be replaced with newer models, including: Keys to unlock various gates and doors. Welcome signage for The Dalamase, the level featured in our demo.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JULY 31, 2021

After over a year of exhibiting at various online game conventions, we can't properly tell you how stoked we are to be presenting an exclusive build of Kristala—featuring our revamped demo level—at this year's Play NYC convention. In the full version of Kristala, you'll be able to choose from one of six different clans.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MAY 27, 2021

In last month's dev blog installment, we introduced you to the progress we'd commenced on the overhaul we're currently giving to the entirety of the Kristala demo—including characters, enemies, levels, and more. Right away, Harold dove into creating fresh, detailed concepts for each level area in the Kristala demo. Let's dive in.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

APRIL 21, 2021

We really loved how the demo was looking at the end of 2020, but we thought it embodied a bit more whimsy than it did darkness, so we've officially embarked on a complete overhaul of the entire demo level, including character models, level design, environments, and more. Are you ready to get dark, dear friends? Concept Art.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Since then, we've been laser-focused on our next big milestone: completing the entire vertical slice for Kristala.Which means we're inching closer and closer to the official release of the game's demo too. In our last issue, we showed off Nicholas's progress on the details he's added to give this NPC the signature Keozan look.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 20, 2021

This week, Cass continued chipping away at the base model for the Cathedral, adding a secret attic area that will house an important NPC you'll will meet along your journey. Stay tuned to hear more about the Cathedral and the mysterious attic NPC in future social posts and development blogs! Level Design.

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