Prepare for Softs
This week, our team is in full swing preparing for the upcoming soft opening. With just a bit of time left before we showcase our experiences, we’ve been focused on polishing key elements in both Safari Hike and Underwater to ensure a smooth and immersive presentation.
Safari Hike
On the Safari Hike front, we’ve been refining the narrative flow to better guide our guests through the journey. We also spent time enhancing the soundscape, layering ambient sounds and cues to strengthen the sense of place and progression. In parallel, we continued developing the microcontroller system for the staff, ensuring that it feels responsive and intuitive as a core interaction mechanic.
Underwater
For Underwater, we addressed several sound-related issues. One of the big wins this week was successfully implementing footstep sounds that vary depending on the character’s pace. We also worked on pitch adjustments—now the soundscape dynamically changes based on movement speed, helping to reinforce the underwater illusion and giving more personality to the experience.
Looking Ahead
A key discussion for our team this week is deciding whether or not to proceed with the Sound Jam event scheduled for Week 13. With the soft opening so close and priorities shifting toward polish and playtesting, we’re weighing how this decision fits into our overall timeline and goals.