UI Integration Completed!
Hello Xyzzya Adventurers!
Welcome back to our development blog! Today, I'm thrilled to share some exciting progress on our RPG game, Xyzzya. In our last post, we delved into the intricacies of setting up a robust client-server communication framework. Now, let's talk about the big leap forward - the integration of our new User Interface (UI) into the core game!
🌟 The Big Integration 🌟
The new UI has been successfully integrated into Xyzzya! This is a major milestone for us, as it marks the culmination of countless hours of coding and design. However, like any significant development, there are a few loose ends that we are actively tying up. The heart of this integration - the client-server communication framework - is fully implemented and, I must say, it's working phenomenally!
🚀 Seeing Is Believing 🚀
It's truly a sight to behold, seeing the new UI come to life with data streaming in from the server. Yes, some of this data is still mock data, but it's incredibly satisfying to see our concepts turn into reality. This visual progress keeps our team motivated and focused on the bigger picture.
🔧 Restoration and Enhancement 🔧
Our next steps involve some meticulous work to restore and enhance certain functionalities that were temporarily set back due to the integration process. This includes:
Re-introducing Players/NPCs: Ensuring that other players and NPCs are visible and interactable in the game environment.
Special Exits: Implementing these unique pathways that add depth and intrigue to our game world.
Basic Communication: Bringing back the essential player/NPC interactions like talking and other forms of communication.
🌐 Planning Ahead 🌐
Once these elements are back and running smoothly, I'll be taking a strategic step back to overview and plan the remaining work. Our goal? Reaching a demo-ready state that we can all be proud of. This process will involve careful consideration of what features and elements we want to showcase in our first public demo.
🎥 Sneak Peeks Ahead 🎥
As we restore and implement new features, I'm excited about the prospect of sharing videos of the game's functionality. These sneak peeks will give you a glimpse of Xyzzya's evolving world and the mechanics we are so passionately working on.
For now, I leave you with a fun screenshot - showing my own avatar, Timothy, in a new region - using data loaded from the server!
Screenshot: Timothy’s Avatar in the Realm of Kalae
Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being part of our journey. Your support and enthusiasm for Xyzzya means the world to us!
—Timothy Kanski
Websocket Whisperer of Xyzzya
