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Beyond Omni Link - Crypterion Announcement

Crypterion focuses on "You" as the main protagonist. Omni Link is a grand adventure, but I wanted to create a game that makes the story a distinctive adventure for each player.

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changedCrypterion IntroductionBut what is a game about acquiring mass riches if you don't have a way to spend it? Spend your riches on items in game including: gifts for companions, technology, trade permits, concept art, and secrets.
changedCrypterion Introductionhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1048860/?snr=1_5_9__205
changedCrypterion IntroductionSome choices are small and bring a different response in dialogue, but some unlock completely unique events.
changedCrypterion IntroductionThe gameplay was inspired by 1990's classic 'Gazillionaire', except your business is less statistic driven, and more interactive driven: Appear on T.V., participate in auctions, build a small business, fill an art gallery, hire a crew, get married, become Emperor. Gameplay elements change and unlock as you play.
addedOmni Link engine change & developmentOmni Link is built in the Game Maker Studio engine. At the time of development, YoYoGames was in the process of discontinuing "Game Maker Studio 1". It created many problems for me. I decided to port Omni Link into the GM2 Engine. The new engine is much more capable and supports newer direct X versions. This also gave me the idea that I could make a Steam Enhanced version of the game for free to owners of Omni Link.

Omni Link changes

changedBut what is a game about acquiring mass riches if you don't have a way to spend it? Spend your riches on items in game including: gifts for companions, technology, trade permits, concept art, and secrets.
changedhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1048860/?snr=1_5_9__205
changedSome choices are small and bring a different response in dialogue, but some unlock completely unique events.
changedThe gameplay was inspired by 1990's classic 'Gazillionaire', except your business is less statistic driven, and more interactive driven: Appear on T.V., participate in auctions, build a small business, fill an art gallery, hire a crew, get married, become Emperor. Gameplay elements change and unlock as you play.
addedOmni Link is built in the Game Maker Studio engine. At the time of development, YoYoGames was in the process of discontinuing "Game Maker Studio 1". It created many problems for me. I decided to port Omni Link into the GM2 Engine. The new engine is much more capable and supports newer direct X versions. This also gave me the idea that I could make a Steam Enhanced version of the game for free to owners of Omni Link.

Crypterion focuses on"You" as the main protagonist. Omni Link is a grand adventure, but I wanted to create a game that makes the story a distinctive adventure for each player.

Crypterion Introduction

Crypterion is a captivating blend of space adventure and visual novel. Recruit a diverse crew, trade goods, take risks, and become a TV sensation. Your choices impact romance, wealth, and the search for powerful artifacts. You do this while managing your large... and secondary small business to gain power and wealth.

But what is a game about acquiring mass riches if you don't have a way to spend it? Spend your riches on items in game including: gifts for companions, technology, trade permits, concept art, and secrets.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1048860/?snr=1_5_9__205

*Wishlist Crypterion to be notified on release.

Crypterion has around 400 pages of dialogue lumped into this small universe. It has more Choices than most Visual Novels:

Some choices are small and bring a different response in dialogue, but some unlock completely unique events.

The gameplay was inspired by 1990's classic 'Gazillionaire', except your business is less statistic driven, and more interactive driven: Appear on T.V., participate in auctions, build a small business, fill an art gallery, hire a crew, get married, become Emperor. Gameplay elements change and unlock as you play.

(attend auctions)

(find rare artifacts)

(fill a gallery)

(build a small business - not even close to finished)

(pay off debts)

(go shopping)

(what the heck is this!)

If you enjoyed Omni Link, consider supporting Crypterion. The game takes place in the same universe and there are many ties to the first game. Mostly, I could use your support. Thanks as always and have fun!

Omni Link is built in the Game Maker Studio engine. At the time of development, YoYoGames was in the process of discontinuing "Game Maker Studio 1". It created many problems for me. I decided to port Omni Link into the GM2 Engine. The new engine is much more capable and supports newer direct X versions. This also gave me the idea that I could make a Steam Enhanced version of the game for free to owners of Omni Link.

This is my current development roadmap:

  • Launch Crypterion - Finish Omni Link GM2 engine port - Steam Enhanced version of Omni Link - Work on Omni Link 2?

Crypterion plays a big part for what's possible moving forward. That's why I've poured great effort into making a very unique and fun experience. I hope you will enjoy it!

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Steam News / 2 September 2024

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