Roadmap

Phase 1: Pre-Alpha (Q1 - Q2 2024)

Goal: Lay the foundation for the game with core mechanics, initial story, and prototype features.

• Game Concept & Design

  • Finalize the core gameplay mechanics, including combat system, exploration, and RPG elements.

  • Develop basic character models and animations.

  • Establish initial game lore and world-building.

• Core Systems

  • Implement foundational gameplay systems, including movement, combat, and leveling.

  • Build the basic inventory and equipment systems (weapons, armor, artifacts).

  • Introduce early class systems (Flame Knights, Shadow Warlocks, Blade Dancers).

• World Building

  • Develop the first zones for exploration (Obsidian Wastelands, starting hub, etc.).

  • Begin creating AI for basic enemy types (Shadow Beasts, Dark Sorcerers, etc.).

  • Set up a basic quest system to introduce players to the world and its factions.

• Testing & Feedback

  • Open a closed alpha test to collect player feedback on core systems.

  • Implement basic bug-fixing and performance optimization.

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Phase 2: Alpha (Q3 - Q4 2024)

Goal: Expand the game world and features, adding content and refining systems based on feedback.

• Expanded World & Zones

  • Add new environments to explore, including forests, dungeons, and more dynamic areas like cities and strongholds.

  • Introduce new enemy types, including Titans of Abyss and mini-bosses.

• Hero Classes & Customization

  • Fully implement all three hero classes with unique abilities and skill trees (Flame Knights, Shadow Warlocks, Blade Dancers).

  • Enhance character customization: appearance, abilities, and gear.

• Social Features & Multiplayer

  • Begin developing guilds and alliances system.

  • Implement basic PvP mechanics (duels, arena battles).

  • Test in-game voice and chat systems for player communication.

• First Boss Fights & Group Content

  • Implement early boss battles, including the first Lord of Chaos and mini-bosses.

  • Develop cooperative multiplayer content for guilds and parties.

• Testing & Feedback

  • Open alpha testing for a select group of players to test new systems and gather feedback.

  • Focus on balancing hero abilities and refining combat mechanics.

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Phase 3: Beta (Q1 - Q2 2025)

Goal: Finalize the game’s core content and prepare for an official release.

• Full World Expansion

  • Complete the world map with additional zones, dungeons, and major cities.

  • Introduce complex storylines, quests, and side missions tied to the game’s factions.

• Advanced Combat & Abilities

  • Finalize combat mechanics with smooth animations, refined enemy AI, and dynamic environmental interactions.

  • Implement advanced abilities and skill progression for all hero classes, adding new combat strategies.

• PvP & Competitive Features

  • Expand PvP content, including Territory Wars, guild wars, and more competitive modes.

  • Develop a ranking system for PvP to promote competitive play.

  • Implement seasonal events and limited-time tournaments for extra engagement.

• Economy & Crafting

  • Complete the crafting and economy systems with item upgrades, rare loot, and resource gathering.

  • Introduce an auction house or trade system for players to buy, sell, and trade items.

  • Implement an upgrade system for weapons and artifacts.

• Story Progression & Endgame Content

  • Develop key story arcs, final faction quests, and lead-up to the endgame.

  • Introduce the first full-scale raid, featuring Morrax, the Overlord of Darkness, as a final boss.

  • Design advanced endgame content like world bosses, special dungeons, and faction-specific missions.

• Polishing & Optimization

  • Focus on bug fixes, stability improvements, and polish for all systems.

  • Optimize gameplay for different hardware and platforms (PC, consoles).

  • Implement performance tuning for large-scale battles and world events.

• Public Beta Testing

  • Open beta for the community, offering full access to the game for stress testing and final feedback.

  • Gather player feedback on balance, content, and multiplayer systems.

  • Final tweaks to combat, progression, and story based on feedback.