🌱 Roots of Desolation - The Prototype is Now Playable! 🌟

Hey everyone! I’m excited to announce that you can now try out the prototype of Roots of Desolation directly on the web, right from the game’s Itch.io page! 🎉 No downloads required—just jump in and start playing!

What is this prototype?

This is an early version of the game designed to test the core mechanics and gather feedback. There’s still a lot to add, but I want you to experience the core idea and help improve it with your input.

Current Features:

• 🌞 Plant Defense Mechanics:
  • Succulent: Generates solar energy.
  • Cirsium: Fires explosive thorns.
• 👾 Enemies:
  • Toxin Drone, a common enemy with basic AI.
• 🏠 Exploration: Search abandoned houses for resources.
• 📋 Functional Systems:
  • Inventory (I).
  • Player Stats (P).
  • Missions (M).
• 🏃 Basic Controls:
  • Movement: W, A, S, D.
  • Planting: Use the mouse.

What I Need From You:

I’d love to hear:

1. What do you like about this version?
2. What could be improved or added?

Important Notes:

• Play in Your Browser! The game runs directly on the web via Itch.io—no need to download anything!
• Art: The game currently features AI-generated art, but my goal is to replace it with custom artwork in the future.
• Development Stage: This is just a prototype, and many features are still in progress.

💡 Try the prototype now—play directly in your browser!

I hope you enjoy this first version of Roots of Desolation, and I’d love to hear your thoughts! Your feedback is essential in shaping the future of the game. Thank you for being part of this journey! 🌿