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  • First look at Aquaria level editor

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    John Bardinelli
    John Bardinelli
    07.05.2007

    Bit Blot recently released a video (the first of several) showing off a graphical level editor for the upcoming exploration game Aquaria. The team, which includes artist Derek Yu and programmer Alec Holowka, decided to polish the editor and release it with a Mod framework along with the game. Aquaria walked away with the IGF Seumas McNally Grand Prize and is turning heads with its mix of gorgeous visuals and non-linear exploration-based gameplay. With powerful editing tools at their disposal, the (soon to be) teeming masses of Aquaria fans will go crazy with creativity.

  • Early look at exploration-based indie adventure Aquaria

    by 
    John Bardinelli
    John Bardinelli
    06.04.2007

    The gorgeous non-linear side-scrolling exploration game Aquaria (winner of the IGF Seumas McNally Grand Prize) has the indie community all atwitter anticipating its looming release. The Ambrosia Times recently got its hands on a build of the game and had nothing but praise to lavish upon it.You play as Naija, a lonely sea creature who uses songs to affect the environment, gain temporary abilities, and interact with the creatures around you. Levels are vast with tunnels, caves, and hidden areas to explore for hours on end. Bit-Blot has been silent about a firm release date, but talk from the game's co-creator and artist Derek Yu suggests it's in the final polishing stages and could hit in just a few months.%Gallery-3627%