So, this is going to be a bit of a more personal update than I usually make. As I’ve said before, I try to not mix stuff about my day job into this devlog. But it’s going to be unavoidable here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since its inception almost three years ago, Eldritch 2<\/em> has been a side project, something I would spend evenings or weekends working on as I was able. Consequently, progress has been slow but steady. I got a bit burnt out toward the end of last year as the demands of my real job ramped up, culminating in a temporary pause on these journals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sadly, my full-time employment came to an end this week. I won’t go into the details here, as it’s not my place to do so; but suffice it to say, I parted on good terms. Everyone involved hopes that we will work together again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I don’t know what the future holds. I am searching for jobs, but the job market in the video game industry is rough<\/em> right now. And it is possible that other employers would not be as cool with me continuing to work on a side project as Question has been, which might permanently halt Eldritch 2<\/em>. I am also considering pitching Eldritch 2<\/em> to small- to mid-scale publishers, though I’d guess that finding funding for even small projects is rough right now too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the meantime, I’m treating my work on Eldritch 2<\/em> as my day job. I want to see how far I can take it, and how fast I can move when it is more than a side project. And if nothing else, I hope it will keep me occupied and help me avoid the pit of despair that can come from layoffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Between being a little scrambled this week and uncertain about the future, I’m still figuring out how to prioritize Eldritch 2<\/em>‘s schedule. Before my hiatus, finishing the full set of Innsmouth dungeons rooms was my top priority; but in light of potentially pitching the game, I may put a pin in that task and switch to some new feature work to demonstrate the macro progression systems of the game. And in any case, I think finishing up some unfinished art assets would be useful so I can put together a playable demo or a trailer or anything that won’t require “dev glasses” to evaluate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you know of any studios that are looking for expert game engineers, or publishers who are looking for small-budget indie titles, or anyone who could use short-term contract or consulting work, please reach out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n