Periphery Synthetic EP

Devlog

• Nominee at the Indie Game Awards
  November 20, 2024 by shiftBacktick

  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to announce that Periphery Synthetic has been nominated for the Notable Achievement in Accessibility category at the first-ever Indie Game Awards . It joins five oth... Continue reading

  
• v3.2.7: Side D progress update
  November 10, 2024 by shiftBacktick

  Greetings surveyors! As I work on the first free content expansion, I’m continuing to make improvements to the core experience based on your feedback. I’m excited to share a vertical slice of thos... Continue reading

  
• Overanalyzing and Synthesizing: Periphery Synthetic at GAconf 2024
  October 31, 2024 by shiftBacktick

  Greetings surveyors! I was delighted to be invited to speak virtually at GAconf USA on Ocober 28, 2024. The conference was filled with a diversity of perspectives covering topics such as inclusive des... Continue reading
• v3.2.6: Steam release hotfix
  September 21, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! Recently I started working exclusively on the new planet and mechanics coming in the first free content expansion. This release merges a number of general improvements from my sec... Continue reading
• v.3.2.5: Wrapping up release week
  August 30, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! This release wraps up loose ends and the feedback that I received from you in the first week since release. I’m excited to read what folks think about the EP from Steam’s Spac... Continue reading
• v3.2.4: Addressing your feedback
  August 29, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! This release brings a vertical slice of new features, enhancements, and fixes based on your feedback from the first week since release. It includes three new milestones to gauge y... Continue reading
• v3.2.3: Steam release hotfix
  August 25, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! This release addresses some feedback that was collected over the weekend from folks across various channels. Thanks again for sharing your experiences with the EP and how it can b... Continue reading
• v3.2.2: Steam achievements hotfix
  August 24, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! This release addresses the remaining issues that were reported on release day. Thanks again for your feedback and support while I worked through these items. I’m excited to shar... Continue reading
• v3.2.1: Release hotfix
  August 23, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! This release addresses the most commonly-reported issues on release day. If you are experiencing issues with audio performance, please try toggling off Ultra Quality and Reverb fr... Continue reading
• v:3.2.0: Steam release and expansion reveals
  August 22, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Grettings surveyors! I’m excited to announce that Periphery Synthetic is now available on Steam for Windows, Linux, and Steam Deck. In this chill and nonviolent metroidvania experience, you explore... Continue reading

  
• v3.1.2: Release preview hotfix
  June 28, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! The v3.1.2 update fixes a hard lock and progress loss that can occur after discovering all portals. I recommend upgrading to this version when possible. I’m looking forward to s... Continue reading
• Releasing on August 22, 2024: Expansion reveal forthcoming
  June 25, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to announce that Periphery Synthetic will be fully released on Steam and itch.io for Windows, Linux, and Steam Deck on August 22, 2024. The EP offers a chill and non... Continue reading
• Play an exclusive demo for Access-Ability Summer Showcase
  May 31, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to announce that Periphery Synthetic will be participating in the Access-Ability Summer Showcase 2024 on Friday, June 7, 2024. Please tune in at 10:00 AM CDT for the... Continue reading
• Steam release progress report: Holding hostage another huge update
  May 22, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m taking a quick break from working on the Steam release for Periphery Synthetic EP to share how it’s going. As predicted, my promise to finish the story is preventing me fr... Continue reading

  
• v3.1.1: Release preview hotfix
  April 11, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! The v3.1.1 update fixes a soft lock when beginning a New Game Plus. I recommend upgrading to this version if you’d like to start a new game. Thanks for understanding... Continue reading
• v3.1.0: Release preview
  April 05, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to share the latest version of Periphery Synthetic EP. This update responds to the outpouring of feedback that I received after the Side C preview with a variety of... Continue reading
• Roadmap update: Periphery Synthetic EP in 2024
  March 15, 2024 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! Since the release of Project Ephemera , I have been taking a short break from game development for my mental health. I felt unexpectedly exhausted by the success of SYNTH jam, and... Continue reading
• v3.0.0: Side C preview
  December 15, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to share the Side C preview update for Periphery Synthetic EP. Importantly, it significantly expands the EP with a vast new world, seven new upgrade tracks, and a va... Continue reading

  
• Side C incoming: Play the preview on December 15
  November 21, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to announce that Periphery Synthetic will be updated to version 3.0.0 on December 15, 2023. Importantly, this build includes the anticipated Side C preview along wit... Continue reading
• Play an exclusive preview of Side C at M+DEV
  October 31, 2023 by shiftBacktick

  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to announce that Periphery Synthetic EP will be participating in M+DEV’s Midwest Games Showcase on Friday, November 10, 2023. The showcase features three dozen tit... Continue reading
• Side C progress report: It's in too deep!
  August 26, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! Several months ago I revealed the first look at Side C . Today I’m sharing with you my progress on Side C and the challenges with delivering the next preview build. My hope was... Continue reading
• v2.1.0: Next Fest update
  June 08, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to release the build that will be available during Steam Next Fest, the week of June 19. It contains a plethora of features, enhancements, and fixes to delight a new... Continue reading

  
• v2.0.0: Side B preview
  March 31, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to finally release Side B of Periphery Synthetic EP. In its first major content expansion, you might climb a mountain, unlock a jetpack, and launch yourself into the... Continue reading

  
• Screenshot Saturday: A first look at Side C!
  March 11, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to share the latest progress on the EP. In Periphery Synthetic, you explore a planetary system of musical worlds. During its open beta, these are released in expansi... Continue reading

  
• v1.2.0: Side B readiness update
  February 19, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! In my latest roadmap update I hinted that several changes were being prepared for the Side B release. I’m excited to share that progress—and the best version yet—with you to... Continue reading
• Roadmap update and FAQ: Side B is feature-complete!
  January 24, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to announce that Side B is now feature-complete! This free content expansion will introduce a new musical world to explore, complete with new movement abilities, new... Continue reading
• v1.1.2: Additional movement enhancements
  January 06, 2023 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! The first update of the new year addresses some lingering issues from the v1.1.0 release . Specifically, movement feels much more precise, breaking changes are resolved, and audio... Continue reading
• v1.1.0: Movement system enhancements
  December 30, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to bring you the first post-release update for Side A. This build includes a variety of enhancements that were iterated upon while sculpting the mountainous terrain... Continue reading
• Sculpting Side B: Generating the terrain of Alpha Periphery C2
  December 22, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! In the upcoming free content expansion for Periphery Synthetic EP, you will scale the icy vistas of Alpha Periphery C2 to unlock new abilities and reach extraordinary heights. Con... Continue reading

  
• Screenshot Saturday: A first look at Side B
  December 03, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to share the first screenshots from my progress on Side B. In this free content expansion, you will explore the icy mountains of Alpha Periphery C2. Here you will fi... Continue reading

  
• v1.0.0: Side A release
  November 12, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m proud to announce the full release of Side A for Periphery Synthetic EP. This update adds approximately 1,250 words to the perceptions that can be gained by exploring the de... Continue reading
• Community copy drive
  October 27, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  For the next week during itch.io’s Halloween 2022 Sale, the EP will be completely free to download and claim. During this first community copy drive , two free copies will be donated for every dolla... Continue reading
• v0.5.1: Functions update
  October 14, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! In my last update I revealed that the EP was feature-complete. Since then I’ve been refining those changes to share. This update introduces several new features and improves the... Continue reading
• Roadmap update: Side A is feature-complete!
  September 27, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to announce that Side A is officially feature-complete! Over the next six weeks I’ll be writing its narrative texts and applying the final polishing touches, for a... Continue reading
• v0.4.4: Big feedback patch
  September 18, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! Thanks for your feedback and patience while I was out. It was very restorative to take some time away from the project. A large number of changes have been made to address feedbac... Continue reading
• v0.4.2: Quick patch
  September 04, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! Right before I was to leave for a camping trip, I learned that the game was featured on the front page of itch.io. This build has some improvements that were in the works for when... Continue reading
• v0.4.1: Alpha feedback patch
  September 02, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors, This update addresses some of the most immediate feedback received during the first week of alpha testing. Thank you all who have shared your experiences, reported issues, and don... Continue reading
• Alpha available
  August 29, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to announce the immediate availability of the open alpha for Periphery Synthetic EP. It is the followup, and reimagining, of my games S.E.A. and E.X.O. within an exp... Continue reading
• Side A alpha time lapse
  August 16, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! This month I’ve been working hard to implement sound on Alpha Periphery B. Here’s a short preview: This alpha footage is a time lapse of Side A. This desert scene depicts two... Continue reading
• Side A progress report: One giant leap!
  July 27, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  Greetings surveyors! I’m excited to share that an important milestone has been met in the development of Periphery Synthetic EP: the core game loop is complete! In my previous post about our first d... Continue reading

  
• Introducing Periphery Synthetic EP: An episodic musical journey
  May 26, 2022 by shiftBacktick

  In my announcements that soundStrider is free and S.E.A. is canceled I closed with teasers of something new: Periphery Synthetic EP. As an extended play, it’s a collection of musical playgrounds to... Continue reading

  
• Welcome to Alpha Periphery B: The first look at Episode 1
  May 26, 2022 by shiftBacktick

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  In the first episode of Periphery Synthetic EP, pilots crash land on the boiling deserts of Alpha Periphery B with nothing but their exosuits. The planet is a desolate dustball covered in a reddish ha... Continue reading