tag:cheerfulghost.com,2005:/games/26870Cheerful Ghost: Terraria Otherworld2024-03-29T15:04:04+00:002018-04-13T18:35:58Ztag:cheerfulghost.com,2005:Post/36802018-04-13T18:34:35Z2018-04-13T18:35:58Z/Travis/posts/3680/terraria-otherworld-has-been-canceledTerraria: Otherworld Has Been Canceled<img src='https://i.imgur.com/oikaaoj.png' class='img-responsive' alt='https://i.imgur.com/oikaaoj.png' /> <br/>Unfortunately, Terraria: Otherwold has been canceled. Re-Logic today announced the cancellation of a greatly anticipated kinda-sequel to Terraria which has seen many development issues over the years.<br><br>From the announcement:<br><strong>"Our team has a clear vision for this game – one that we shared with all of you with much shared excitement – and, in spite of all of our efforts, the current state of the game remains equal parts far from that vision and beyond behind schedule from our initial planning when we shared Otherworld with all of you three years ago. Progress has absolutely been made during that time – but unfortunately, a very thorough status review of the game versus its intended design showed both the Re-Logic and 505/Pipeworks teams that things were quite a bit further away from the finish line than we had imagined. Taking the massive amount of work that would be remaining to complete along with the extensive time it would take to get that done, and how that would greatly interfere with the pursuit of other projects on behalf of Re-Logic – it becomes clear that this leaves things in a very undesirable state.<br><br>As a result, we have made the decision to terminate development of Terraria: Otherworld." </strong><br><br>I'm disappointed because it looked very interesting, but I'm not surprised. They've been open about all the development issues that have plagued the game, and it seems as though they were never quite able to manage those issues.<br><br>They also shared the next steps for Re-Logic: <br><strong><br><ul>
<br><li>In hindsight, it goes without saying that we never should have spoken publicly about this game as early-on as we did. We will fully own that error in judgement. Moving forward, we will be far more judicious about only sharing information on projects in which we are fully confident in regards to timing, etc. We can only apologize for all of the emotional rollercoaster this caused.</li>
<br><li>Trying to outsource development of such a critical title for our company – even if just in part – was not the way to go. Moving ahead, our focus for the core development of new/future titles will be more inward and will seek to utilize our own people. We will share more information there just as soon as we have it.</li>
<br><li>Re-Logic has possession of the game (design, code, art, sounds, etc.) as it exists today, and there are still a ton of amazing ideas under the hood here – many of which have never been publicly shared. These are ideas that we have not and will not forget and that you will very likely see implemented in our future titles.</li>
<br><li>Active development of Terraria continues - 1.3.6 is still very much in active development. We know that we have not shared a lot in the way of spoilers there – but rest assured that the team has been working tirelessly on our next PC wave.</li>
<br><li>This keeps our partners at 505/Pipeworks wholly focused on Console/Mobile/Switch – and there is still a TON to get done there, so that should be good.</li>
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<br></strong><br>Overall I see this as simultaneously disappointing and good news. We may never see what might have been, but we can stop wondering about it and look forward to what Re-Logic has for us in the future. <br><br>Full announcement: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://forums.terraria.org/index.php?threads/this-is-the-end-otherworld-development-cancelled.68594/">https://forums.terraria.org/index.php?threads/this-is-the-end-otherworld-development-cancelled.68594/</a>2018-04-13T18:35:58ZTravistag:cheerfulghost.com,2005:Post/33112017-04-05T03:45:13Z2017-04-05T03:46:33Z/Travis/posts/3311/re-logic-shares-terraria-otherworld-woes-and-plans-for-the-futureRe-Logic Shares Terraria: Otherworld Woes and Plans for the Future<img src='https://i.imgur.com/PFtND2V.png' class='img-responsive' alt='https://i.imgur.com/PFtND2V.png' /> <br/>As many surmised and/or feared, it looks like the silence on updates *was* a result of issues with development. Re-Logic has announced today that they were unhappy with the development from Engine Software, and are bringing in Pipeworks Studios to continue development.<br><br><i>"Our team had a clear vision for this game – one that we shared with all of you with much shared excitement – and, as much as we hate to say it (and in spite of all of the reforms we tried last year) - the current state of the game is still equal parts far from that vision and well behind schedule.<br><br>As a result, we have made the decision to move on from having Engine Software continue development of Terraria: Otherworld.<br>...<br>The great news is that we already have a dedicated and passionate team ready to pick up the torch and continue the Otherworld journey! Based upon their really impressive work to-date with the Terraria re-write on Console/Mobile, coupled with an amazingly on-point proposal for completing Otherworld (after a thorough review of the game on their end), we have made the decision to bring Pipeworks on board as our new development partner for Terraria: Otherworld!<br><br>We know that the "radio silence" and all of the shifting development work aimed at continuing the journey for Terraria: Otherworld has been frustrating for a lot of you. <br>...<br>The length of the silence was purely driven by "these things take time to occur and then set up" coupled with our desire to have an actual solution/path forward before just sharing the news about Engine."</i><br><br>This is good news, really. We now understand the long gaps between updates, and we know that Re-Logic is moving forward with a new team. The bad news would be if they had just pushed on. I'm more optimistic now, knowing that Re-Logic is taking care of things and bringing in some fresh eyes.<br><br>Full statement on the forums: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://forums.terraria.org/index.php?threads/changing-of-the-guard-an-update-from-otherworld.56207/">https://forums.terraria.org/index.php?threads/changing-of-the-guard-an-update-from-otherworld.56207/</a>2017-04-05T03:46:33ZTravistag:cheerfulghost.com,2005:Post/30562016-07-30T18:51:54Z2016-07-30T18:54:20Z/jdodson/posts/3056/terraria-otherworld-delayed-game-getting-quite-a-bit-of-reworkTerraria Otherworld Delayed - Game Getting Quite a Bit of Rework<img src='http://i.imgur.com/CKQYAPo.png' class='img-responsive' alt='http://i.imgur.com/CKQYAPo.png' /> <br/>Last year Re-Logic announced Terraria Otherworld, a game set in the Terraria-verse that contains more RPG styled gameplay. The initial concept and game shown seemed solid and most Terraria fans were interested in playing it when it launched. As you may have noticed, there hasn't been a ton of news on the Otherworld front and we now know why that is. Terraria Otherworld is getting quite a bit of re-work to bring it up to the level of quality Re-Logic is comfortable with. This means that the game will come out much later than they initially anticipated but it should be that much better for it!<br><br>"<strong>To keep it short and simple, at the beginning of this year, we undertook a full in-depth review of the project versus our standards, expectations, and vision for the game. It was pretty clear to us at the time that Otherworld needed quite a bit of work - and even a good bit of rework - in a number of areas in order to hit that mark.<br><br>We then spent some time in detailed discussion among ourselves and also with Engine Software in regards to how best to get things to where they need to be. We then made a list of requested reforms and changes and such. As a part of this, the project team at Engine now has a new lead designer and art lead along with other changes made to better align to our vision for the game. On top of that, our two teams have laid out clearly what needs to be done and are pushing forward executing towards that roadmap to deliver the game we expect - and our fans deserve - as soon as possible.</strong>"<br><br>The game is getting some pretty sizable visual updates as well as gameplay enhancements and more. This should make for a more polished game at launch, something most fans will appreciate. The nice part here is that there was no promised deadline or early access fans to annoy, just the game getting the attention it deserves.<br><br>"<strong>We will work hand in hand with Engine to keep up the momentum on the work and rework in the weeks and months to come. We are confident in this new approach - but rest assured that we will remain closely involved and will make sure that Terraria: Otherworld gets finished in a way that will be worthy of the Terraria name.<br><br>We don't have a date to give you - our focus is on getting the game done right first and foremost. That said, expect it to be a while still - there is a lot of work to get done and done right. As we know more, we will share it - so expect a return of spoilers (though maybe not every few days as before ;) ).</strong>"<br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="http://forums.terraria.org/index.php?threads/terraria-otherworld-bringing-you-up-to-speed.47302/">http://forums.terraria.org/index.php?threads/terraria-otherworld-bringing-you-up-to-speed.47302/</a>2016-07-30T18:54:20Zjdodsontag:cheerfulghost.com,2005:Post/24042015-02-16T21:10:55Z2015-02-16T21:10:55Z/Travis/posts/2404/re-logic-and-engine-games-announce-terraria-otherworldRe-Logic and Engine Games announce Terraria Otherworld<div class='youtube-player' data-id='RCXk_ZCgxJI'></div> <br/>From the official site: <br><br><i>Re-Logic and Engine Software have combined forces to develop the next progression in the open world/sandbox arena: Terraria: Otherworld.<br><br>Set in an alternate dimension within the Terraria universe, Terraria: Otherworld places the player in a life-and-death struggle to restore a once-pristine world – now overrun by a malevolent force that has corrupted nature itself – to its original splendor.<br><br>Combining elements of sandbox gameplay with role-playing and strategy elements, Terraria: Otherworld explores the Terraria experience in an innovative and unique way - providing a fresh approach to the “open world” genre.</i><br><br>This must be the secret project we've been hearing inklings of information about for a while. The trailer doesn't show a ton yet, but it does show that the basic layout and fantastic art style stick around, with some great new lighting and particle effects. I'm excited about the RPG and Strategy elements. While Terraria had some of those already, it'll be great if this gives you more focus while you explore., as long as it doesn't tie you down to one kind of playstyle. <br><br>One thing to note, this <strong>isn't</strong> Terraria 2. That's a separate project.<br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="http://www.reactiongifs.com/r/2013/08/excited1.gif">http://www.reactiongifs.com/r/2013/08/excited1.gif</a><br><br>You can find more at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="http://terrariaotherworld.com/">http://terrariaotherworld.com/</a> and on the forums here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="http://forums.terraria.org/index.php?threads%2Fterraria-otherworld.11627%2F">http://forums.terraria.org/index.php?threads%2Fterraria-otherworld.11627%2F</a>2015-02-16T21:10:55ZTravis