Sprinklers

As I make Super Space Galaxy, I’m sometimes hit by random ideas. Often I’m inspired by the Tyrian graphics I’m working with. Since the game has no deadline and I’m the only one working on the project, I even get to make things that I know will take a while and give an uncertain payoff.

Random encounters

This week I’ve made a subtle change to Super Space Galaxy that may never be explicitly perceived by players, yet I think it’s very important. As you explore the planets in the game, you’re attacked periodically by enemy Drones. Until now, their arrival was triggered simply travelling enough distance outside of combat, like a traditional