The highly anticipated Shapez 2 is set to launch in Early Access on August 15th, offering a 3D version of the popular shape-cutting factory builder game. The lead developer has recently shared details about what players can expect from this Early Access release. According to the developer, players can look forward to a polished experience that offers approximately 40 hours of gameplay with no major issues. Additionally, a post-release roadmap is in place, which will be shaped by player feedback as the game evolves.
Unlike many game developers who lay out a detailed roadmap prior to release, Tobspr Games has opted for a different approach. The developer emphasized the importance of player feedback in shaping the future of the game, stating, “I don’t like launching with a roadmap immediately, especially not for early access. If the roadmap is already predetermined, what impact do players actually have?” This player-centric approach to development aims to create an interactive and engaging experience for the community.
An area of focus for the developers of Shapez 2 was improving game performance over its predecessor. In a recent post, the lead developer highlighted performance issues in the original game, which was written in JavaScript. The lack of support for efficient rendering, memory management, and multithreading led to performance bottlenecks in Shapez 1, especially when players reached a high number of buildings. However, Shapez 2 has been optimized to run smoothly, even with hundreds of thousands of buildings on screen.
One of the unique features of Shapez 2 is the ability for players to create an unlimited number of buildings within their factories. While performance may degrade with extremely large structures (with some players reaching 1.25 million buildings), the game is designed to handle substantial loads without compromising the overall gameplay experience. This freedom to build without constraints allows for endless creativity and experimentation within the game.
As a newcomer to the Shapez series, I recently had the opportunity to try out Shapez 1 for the first time. The experience of building factories with unlimited resources and no time pressure was both relaxing and engaging. The simplicity of the gameplay made it easy to dive into, and I found myself immersed in the world of shape-cutting and factory optimization. After my brief encounter with Shapez 1, I am eagerly looking forward to exploring the enhanced features and improvements in Shapez 2 upon its release in Early Access.
Shapez 2 promises to deliver an exciting and innovative gameplay experience for both new players and fans of the series. With a focus on player-driven development, enhanced performance, and limitless creative potential, the game is poised to capture the imagination of players worldwide. Stay tuned for the Early Access launch on August 15th, and get ready to embark on a journey of shape-cutting and factory building like never before.
Leave a Reply