{"id":256016,"date":"2024-08-21T16:28:03","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T16:28:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/21\/lets-build-a-dungeon-the-game-dev-sim-that-lets-you-build-entire-games-yourself\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:11:57","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:11:57","slug":"lets-build-a-dungeon-the-game-dev-sim-that-lets-you-build-entire-games-yourself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/21\/lets-build-a-dungeon-the-game-dev-sim-that-lets-you-build-entire-games-yourself\/","title":{"rendered":"Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon: The Game Dev Sim That Lets You Build Entire Games Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-xbox-summary\">\n<h3>Summary<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series <em>X|<\/em>S and Windows PC in 2025\u200b.\u200b\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200bRun a game studio making a virtual MMO in this multi-layered game dev simulator\u200b.\u200b\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Announcing Creative Mode \u2013 a game-making sandbox brimming with all the tools you need to make and play your own game.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Have you ever wondered what it takes to design and build your own RPG? Or your own cozy farming adventure? Our game development simulator <strong><em>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon<\/em> <\/strong>will contain everything needed to bring your ideas to life when it launches next year on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<iframe title=\"Let&#039;s Build a Dungeon | Announcement Trailer\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/05p438Q9cFI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>I\u2019m James from Springloaded, Game Designer of <em>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon<\/em> \u200b\u200b\u200b\u2013 we just revealed brand new details about our game on the Xbox livestream at Gamescom 2024, \u200band I \u200bwanted to \u200bshare\u200b even more\u200b exclusive details about what you can expect from the Creative Mode in our multi-layered management sim.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>See How Things Develop<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_004-8958b41f5eb4392a2e0f.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot from Let's Build A Dungeon \" class=\"wp-image-203692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_004-8958b41f5eb4392a2e0f.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_004-8958b41f5eb4392a2e0f-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_004-8958b41f5eb4392a2e0f-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_004-8958b41f5eb4392a2e0f-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><em>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon<\/em> is a simulation of every aspect of running a game studio; from building a development team to signing platform deals, improving player acquisition and bringing ideas to life. In our campaign, the goal is to manage a successful business whilst developing the best virtual \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200bMMO the world has ever seen. From hiring and firing to keeping investors happy; every decision you make will have a real impact on the success of your studio. There are lots of morality choices to work through too, from deciding whether to force your team to work overtime to meet investor demands, to tax implications related to the location of your studio.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Following the launch of our last game\u200b,\u200b <em>Let\u2019s Build a Zoo<\/em>, I was inspired to try and push the boundaries of what a building game can be to the absolute limit. This led to the development of what we call Creative Mode in <em>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon<\/em>; an ultimate sandbox that makes creating games more accessible than ever.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_002-d33b7617dfc01ec68264.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot from Let's Build A Dungeon \" class=\"wp-image-203693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_002-d33b7617dfc01ec68264.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_002-d33b7617dfc01ec68264-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_002-d33b7617dfc01ec68264-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/LBAD_Xbox_1080_002-d33b7617dfc01ec68264-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Design the World of Your Dreams<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>Creative Mode is a sandbox that sits alongside the main simulation campaign of <em>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon<\/em> and immediately grants access to tools and assets that are unlocked gradually when playing through the main game. Effectively, we don\u2019t just offer the main sim experience, we let you build your own games, too.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This suite of creative tools provides the means to bring ideas to life as a full game that you can play at any time. What you make is up to you and only your imagination is the limit! Whether you want to build a cozy fishing RPG or a magic-fuelled dungeon adventure, Creative Mode has what you need to make it happen. Browse games created by other players (and some by Springloaded!) and discover brand new adventures waiting to be played.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxTools-421836411f795369fabe.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot from Let's Build A Dungeon \" class=\"wp-image-203694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxTools-421836411f795369fabe.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxTools-421836411f795369fabe-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxTools-421836411f795369fabe-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxTools-421836411f795369fabe-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Put Yourself in the Game (Literally)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to world building, get ready for variety! Head to the item asset library and craft bespoke stories using thousands of items including buildings, decorations, foliage and NPCs, or design your own with our accessible tools. Create additional items to expand the collection we\u2019ve provided, or design a brand new set of assets in your own preferred art style. Write your own quests and draft NPC conversations, and even put yourself in the game using our Character Designer tool, which will auto-animate your virtual-self to provide a handy preview.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve been using the tools ourselves to create and share games within the studio as we continue to fine tune what it means to make games within Creative Mode. The first thing we made was actually a recreation of how we think Xbox headquarters must look, with NPCs handing out quests to finish plans for an upcoming presentation about <em>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon<\/em>. Now I\u2019m sitting here writing that same presentation \u2013 so I guess we really were able to bring our ideas to life in more ways than one\u2026\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxDemoAug24-fdf31d142d2895c68a7c.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot from Let's Build A Dungeon \" class=\"wp-image-203695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxDemoAug24-fdf31d142d2895c68a7c.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxDemoAug24-fdf31d142d2895c68a7c-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxDemoAug24-fdf31d142d2895c68a7c-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/XboxDemoAug24-fdf31d142d2895c68a7c-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>To create our mini Xbox-inspired RPG, retro-inspired sprites and art assets were designed and added to Creative Mode \u2013 so you\u2019ll find this nostalgic suite of items included in the asset library at launch.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Experience Your World as a Player<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>Drop into your custom game at any time to see things from a new perspective, viewing the game you designed through the eyes of a player and seeing the direct results of your actions as a game designer. Switch between world building and playing seamlessly to perfect your game and make changes to increase the difficulty, or simplify quests to increase efficiency.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Creative Mode sits alongside the main management sim mode of <em>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon<\/em> to offer total control when it comes to making and designing games. If you\u2019re looking to take things one step at a time, starting with the campaign mode will act as a tutorial by gradually introducing you to our toolset and sharing insights into the basics of designing and making games. It\u2019s really important to me that everyone can play the way they want to, so both modes exist to let you decide how you want to get stuck in.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I know I speak on behalf of the whole team here at Springloaded when I say that I can\u2019t wait to see what the Xbox community will create when <em>Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon <\/em>comes to Xbox next year! And in the meantime, you can stay up to date with the latest news by joining us in our official <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.gg\/ADQPGgbHrV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discord server<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[ad_2]<br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2024\/08\/21\/lets-build-a-dungeon-the-game-dev-sim-that-lets-you-build-entire-games-yourself\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] Summary Let\u2019s Build a Dungeon is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC in 2025\u200b.\u200b\u00a0 \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200bRun a game studio making a<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":256017,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[160],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/256016"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=256016"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/256016\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/256017"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=256016"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=256016"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=256016"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}