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Steam News22 June 20251y ago

Where in the World Are My NPCs?

Just wrapped up adding a world map to the game! It’s done entirely in pixel art, complete with charming little animations and handy NPC markers so you can track folks down—even when they’re off wandering.

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addedJust wrapped up adding a world map to the game! It’s done entirely in pixel art, complete with charming little animations and handy NPC markers so you can track folks down—even when they’re off wandering. As you explore, the map dynamically unveils new regions, rewarding curiosity with a broader view of the world.
changedThis is just a portion of the full map for the demo. More areas are coming soon—including the town, which is currently under extremely enthusiastic construction by the Gnomes. They keep mentioning needing to go back to Gnome Depot for additional materials, so I'm just going to let them have at it.
changedCharacter Showcase: BartholomewBartholomew is being voiced by the one and only Joel Steudler . In addition to being an excellent composer (and writing all the music for the game), he's also quite the talented voice artist. Have a listen:

Everybody's Stranger changes

addedJust wrapped up adding a world map to the game! It’s done entirely in pixel art, complete with charming little animations and handy NPC markers so you can track folks down—even when they’re off wandering. As you explore, the map dynamically unveils new regions, rewarding curiosity with a broader view of the world.
changedThis is just a portion of the full map for the demo. More areas are coming soon—including the town, which is currently under extremely enthusiastic construction by the Gnomes. They keep mentioning needing to go back to Gnome Depot for additional materials, so I'm just going to let them have at it.
changedBartholomew is being voiced by the one and only Joel Steudler . In addition to being an excellent composer (and writing all the music for the game), he's also quite the talented voice artist. Have a listen:

Just wrapped up adding a world map to the game! It’s done entirely in pixel art, complete with charming little animations and handy NPC markers so you can track folks down—even when they’re off wandering. As you explore, the map dynamically unveils new regions, rewarding curiosity with a broader view of the world.

This is just a portion of the full map for the demo. More areas are coming soon—including the town, which is currently under extremely enthusiastic construction by the Gnomes. They keep mentioning needing to go back to Gnome Depot for additional materials, so I'm just going to let them have at it.

Character Showcase: Bartholomew

Steam post imageClass: Merchant Guild Favorite Dish: Cinnamon Ginger Caramels Description: Some people are known for their warmth, charity, and welcoming hospitality. Bartholomew isn't. Bartholomew enjoys appearing to be knowledgeable and selectively enforcing propriety. He does cook a mean tart.

Bartholomew is being voiced by the one and only Joel Steudler. In addition to being an excellent composer (and writing all the music for the game), he's also quite the talented voice artist. Have a listen:

Follow the Development of Everybody's Stranger I've been posting progress updates on a variety of internet time holes if that's your sort of thing. Pick your poison: TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube. Also, if you'd like to know when the demo is released, you can sign up for the mailing list . Love and grumpy innkeepers, -Rick Steam post image

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