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[Slash - Santiago Zapata]

Release Candidate 1 for version 1.26 has just been released. It is public, which means you can download it from the Test Releases section over the official website at http://www.santiagoz.com/web

There are a LOT of changes between version 1.25 and 1.26, which I will list orderly once the official 1.26 version is ready... for now, I thank you for all the comments you can give about the game

Some screenshots



http://www.santiagoz.com/share/cvrl126rc1-1.png
http://www.santiagoz.com/share/roomCarveGenerator3.gif
http://www.santiagoz.com/share/roomCarveGenerator4.gif

CvRL 1.26 RC1 Release notice
We get closer and closer to the official CvRL 1.26 release. This version, as usual, implements lots of new features and stuff (yes )

Some improvements over CvRL1.26pt4:

* Four castle branches added (Inner Quarters, Warehouse, Underwater Reservoir, Catacombs)
* A new flexible room-based dungeon generator
* More plot scenes
* Fight with a former vampire killer
* Added new areas (Castle Abyss, Dining Hall)
* Enhanced areas (Dungeon, Clock Tower, Lab, Starting Forest)
* New "secret" bosses

Contrary to the previous testing releases, this one is open to the public, while still not being the official 1.26 release.

I left the updated manual at work... I will post it on tuesday.

Thanks

[Slash - Santiago Zapata]

Allright, we get closer and closer to official 1.26.

This version fixes some important bugs (bad teleport, duplicating items) and also implements some major changes over item distribution (artifacts and special items are much less common now) as well as gameplay (candles are not regenerated now).

Also, menbeast were too weak on last version due to a bug, they are back to full strenght now.

Browse to the website for downloads and further info http://www.santiagoz.com/web

[Guert]

Very interesting rogue like game... It's a shame no one had replied yet.
I'm not much of a fan of the stye but I've played it a couple of hours and it was fun.

If anyone on these forums like rogue-like games, try this one out!
Later!

[ravuya]

I've tried it before and commented on it, I think.

I really liked it; I like Roguelikes and this is certainly a quality example of one.

IIRC, I had trouble finding the way to the next 'map'; dunno what you could really do about it.

[Slash - Santiago Zapata]

Thanks for your comments.

About how to go to the next map, this is mostly acomplished by "going to the right", just like in all classic CVs :D

[Slash - Santiago Zapata]

Release Candidate 3 (Final RC) for 1.26 is available now.

Some critical bugs have been fixed, including teleporting, level navigation and overpowered shielding. Also the vanquishers are stronger now, and several presentations changes were made.

Full list changes, downloads and further info at http://www.santiagoz.com/web

Please tell me your comments and suggestions. Official 1.26 version is coming soon.

Thanks

[GP Lackey]

Just started trying this out.  It seems pretty cool so far, I especially like how you've dealt with multiple floors.

Question: is it possible to switch quickly between having a melee and ranged weapon?  Because the way I'm playing right now I have to unequip my throwing knives every time an enemy gets close (which is just about every enemy).  It just seems a little awkward.

EDIT: Nevermind, yes you can by pressing x.  I learned something.

[Slash - Santiago Zapata]

Indeed... also, remember 'j'umping, which is useful, and 'a' to make semi-ranged attacks with long weapons. Also... 's'kills will make your life much easier

[GP Lackey]

So far I've had the most success playing Knights of the Order.  Vampire Killers seem to be fairly challenging.

[Slash - Santiago Zapata]

Hi all!

After a long development time and six testing versions, I am pleased to announce the official release of CastlevaniaRL: Serenade of Chaos 1.26.

There are LOTS of changes from 1.25... you have missed a lot if you havent tracked the playtesting versions!

* Each character class now has a skill advancement tree and increases his skills on levelup. No more spirit fusion
* New Skills: Item Crashes and Soul Powers for Vampire Killer, Morphs for Renegade and Manbeast, Summons for the Invoker, new Spells for the Vanquisher and Shielding for Knights
* Lots of UI Improvements and fixes
* Lots of new items, Sun/Moon Cards, Orbs of return, weapons and artifacts. Shields
* Item modifiers
* Level generators improved, dungeon generator included
* Automap
* Plot Scenes
* Hidden Stages, new bosses
* Char Dump
* Item sounds
* Fight with Solieyu Belmont and a way to save him
* Extended look mode
* Swimming
* Teleport Statues
* Morphing madness
* Phases of the day
* Blue nightime
* Enhanced inventory screen allows using items
* Lots of fixed bugs

Screenshots
http://www.santiagoz.com/share/scr1.png
http://www.santiagoz.com/share/scr4.gif

Browse the website for full changes list and downloads!

http://www.santiagoz.com/web

Thanks and hope to get your comments!

[Keops]

Hey Slashie!

I've played this game a lot ever since I volunteered to test it! Played a lot it's various release candidates and test versions. It's so great. I love it and as some had said here it's one fine example of a RL.

If I find anything you might need to know I'll let you know, but in the meantime, congratulations on the release, it's been a lot of effort and it shows! Thanks for sharing.

Keops

[Terry]

Well, I'll check it out and let you know what I think. It looks pretty cool, whatever that's worth

[handCraftedRadio]

This game is really fun! I love the  different classes and special moves. Really makes the game interesting. Great job!