The Exciting "Trains Trades" Milestone Update for Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure is Available Now
August 26, 2024
[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
HandyGames :
Cologne, Germany / Giebelstadt, Germany, August 26th, 2024: The visionary minds behind the beloved automation and real-time strategy blend, Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure, are thrilled to announce the release of the game’s first major update, "Trains & Trades." Designed to captivate die-hard fans of the automation genre and the automation-curious alike, this update introduces new features that enrich gameplay and deepen immersion in the game’s enchanting fantasy world.
Discover the New Features in "Trains & Trades":
Spark Trains
Build a comprehensive elevated train system with poles and tracks connecting various locations.
Place locomotives and wagons powered by sparks and fuel on the tracks.
Operate the trains manually for a hands-on experience or automate the process for efficiency.
Advanced Logic System
Utilize logic tools for enhanced train and logistics management, including sensors, wires, gates, actions/events, and switches.
Integrate logic with Path Add-ons, Workstations, Train Stations, and even decorative elements to control their functionality or turn them on and off.
Shops, Decorations, and Player Customization
Meet the Tailor and the Craftsman offering unique customization items and decoration buildings, unrelated to production lines.
Trade Aether residue, created by compressing leftover materials, for new character clothing and decorative items.
Enhance your village with decorative buildings and items that add charm and personality.
Create spaces for Sparks to relax and showcase items with pedestals, fences, gates, plants, lamps, benches, and more.
Expand your customization options with new content, including new unique flute sounds.
Village Progression
Experience a dynamic village that evolves visually as you progress through the game and complete quests.
Transform wrecked and abandoned areas into bustling hubs of activity and growth.
Custom Waypoints
Unlock the ability to build waypoints on Ancient Bases, adding strategic depth to your gameplay.
Coloring Spark System
Access a palette of 8 colors plus turpentine to paint roofs, paths, and logic wires.
Use Arty Sparks, resembling paint brushes, to bring your creative visions to life.
Biome Variations
Explore variations of the Woodland biome, featuring more dangerous versions of familiar enemies.
Spark Thrower
Automate the deployment of Sparks to specific locations with the Spark Throwing Tower.
Utilize this feature for tasks like harvesting and nurturing environmental growth.
Supporter’s Pack (COMING SOON)
A DLC with small customization options, that are purely visual and offer no gameplay benefits, for players who enjoy the game and would like to support the team even further.
Includes a special cape, brooch, and crown as well as a few decorative statues of the Woodland Sparks.
With the Trains & Trades update, Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure continues to expand on what a cozy automation and strategy game can offer. Dive into this whimsical world, automate your workshops, and embark on new adventures with your adorable Sparks today.
Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure is available for Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store, allowing players to participate in the development process and help shape the future. You can also try the demo today on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with creativity, strategy, and discovery. Join the Oddsparks community on Discord and stay tuned for frequent updates on the Early Access developments or check out the official website for more information.
Oddsparks is being developed by Massive Miniteam, published by HandyGames, and supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action with Federal funding for video games.
About Massive Miniteam
Massive Miniteam is a motivated and highly creative development team working with HandyGames on several titles like their co-op multiplayer mayhem Spitlings, the console ports of Little Big Workshop from Mirage Game Studios, and Chicken Police from The Wild Gentlemen. The Pulheim-based game studio is also keen on working with new technologies and focused on creating new game titles based on its own and external IPs.
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