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New 001 Version & Autumn Sale

Sep 29

With the leaves falling and the air being crisp... now would be the perfect time to cozy up and work on your next big project. We’re back with a brand-new public version of 001 Game Creator, plus some great discounts to help you kick off the season!

New Version Out Now

The latest public update of 001 Game Creator is here and brings major stability improvements and fixes that many of you have been waiting for. Resource editors are now much more reliable thanks to fixes that prevent random crashes when switching between resources. Large maps now scroll properly (even when zoomed in), actor acceleration will now correctly reach minimum negative velocity, and actor tint/
specular colors now apply correctly when holding items.

On the platform side, Android projects now target API version 35 (with a new minimum of 21), support 16KB page sizes, and use the updated Google Play Billing Library 7.1.1 for maximum compatibility. Plus, we’ve introduced a new "Epic for Windows" build option with supporting game settings and made achievement/stat events work seamlessly for both Steam and Epic users.

View a full list of changes here:

https://001gamecreator.com/changes/

As with all updates, our Patreon supporters got access to all of these awesome changes before everyone else. If you want to be part of shaping these updates before they go public, consider joining the Insiders on Patreon! You'll get early beta access, devlogs and the chance to vote on future features:

https://www.patreon.com/softweir

Community Showcases

In case you missed it, our most recent Community Showcase featured "Wanderboots 2" by Partysofa, an ambitious adventure inspired by classic 2D Zelda games. It boasts an advanced lighting system, NPC schedules, physics-driven puzzles, and a sprawling, semi-linear world full of dungeons, quests, and side activities. It’s a great example of what can be built with 001, and we’d love to see more creators sharing their own projects on Discord for future showcases!

Check out the full post here:

https://001gamecreator.com/news/2025-09-17/001-game-creator-community-showcase-2/

We post community showcases periodically on our website and newsletter. So if you aren't already, now’s a great time to sign up to our newsletter, join our Discord, and maybe even show off your own project in the #show-off channel for a chance to be featured in the future!

https://001gamecreator.com/news/

Join our Discord server:

https://discord.gg/4sTJVV5

Autumn Sale

We’re also running an Autumn Sale! Starting today and until October 20th, you can get 75% off 001 Game Creator and 20% off all DLCs to help you in your game-dev journey!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/347400/001_Game_Creator_2025_Edition/

001 Game Creator

20 Years Strong

Aug 22

001 Game Creator Turns 20!

This year marks two decades since 001 was first released to the public back in August 2005, and boy what a journey it’s been! From those humble beginnings to becoming the powerful and flexible engine it is today, none of it would have been possible without our amazing community of creators.

The story actually began even earlier in 2001, when development first started on what would become the engine you know today. From the start, the vision was to give creators of all skill levels the tools they needed to build games without barriers. That dream took shape with the first free public release as a free tool in August 2005, marking the beginning of a journey that would empower countless creators around the world.

By September 2008, 001 expanded into basic 3D functionality, laying the groundwork for more ambitious projects. Just a few years later, in August 2013, a beta release brought Android and iOS exporting into the mix, opening the door for mobile creators. This momentum carried into April 2014 (v1.013.030), when extensive support for 3D game creation was added, cementing 001 as a truly versatile engine that could handle everything from 2D passion projects to more immersive 3D worlds.

The software’s presence grew significantly in 2015, with 001 Game Creator launching on Steam on July 14, giving it worldwide visibility and a growing player base. Shortly after, on April 9, 2016, the Discord server was created, forming a thriving community hub that still serves as the beating heart of our userbase.

Check out the MMORPG DLC:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/564680/001_Game_Creator__MMORPG_Kit/

That same year saw multiple key breakthroughs: multiplayer functionality was introduced in July 2016, giving creators the ability to build online experiences, while iOS exporting arrived on December, enhancing 001’s mobile reach. This rapid progress carried into 2017, a year of genre-defining releases: the MMORPG Kit DLC, the 3D FPS / Survival Horror Kit DLC, and the Point & Click Adventure Kit DLC, all of which provided creators with powerful starting points for ambitious projects.

Check out the FPS DLC:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/564681/001_Game_Creator__3D_FPS__Survival_Horror_Kit/

By 2018, the ecosystem expanded further. In February, we released the first official video tutorial series on YouTube, helping newcomers get started with game creation. That same year, the Enhanced RPG Kit DLC arrived in November, followed closely by the registration of the https://001gamecreator.com domain on November 15, marking our growing online presence. In April 2019, the Visual Novel Kit DLC joined the lineup, continuing to broaden the creative possibilities within 001.

Check out the Enhanced RPG DLC:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/977250/001_Game_Creator__Enhanced_RPG_TurnBased_Battles/

The following years brought even greater impact. On July 15, 2020, the first 001 Humble Bundle was launched, marking the the beginning of our long-running contributions to charity, which to date have raised an incredible $565,000+ for good causes. Just a few months later, in October 2020, we released the first Game Dev STEM Humble Bundle, alongside our first gamedev books and educational worksheets, strengthening 001’s role in classrooms and learning spaces worldwide. Later that year, on November 25, 2020, we debuted our first Game Recipe, offering creators bite-sized development guides to build specific mechanics quickly.

In 2021, we took accessibility further with the release of Easy Game Creator in February, a simplified entry point for beginners. That same year also saw the community come together through events from the Safer At Home Halloween Game Jam in October to the Screenshot Contest in May. Both celebrating creativity and resilience during challenging global times.

The future began to reveal itself in 2023. On May 9, we shared the first teaser for Open Dev Kit, signaling the next phase of our journey. Just weeks later, on May 31, 2023, the ODK Alpha was officially released, while on September 25, the 3D Step Dungeon Maze Kit DLC expanded the 001 DLC family once more. And in 2024, after a year of steady improvements, Open Dev Kit transitioned from Alpha to public Beta on June 4, opening its doors to a broader audience and establishing itself as the natural evolution of everything 001 pioneered.

Check out Open Dev Kit here:

https://opendevkit.com/

Check out our latest DLC, the 3D Step Dungeon Maze Kit:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2598260/001_Game_Creator__3D_Step_Dungeon_Maze_Kit/

More recently, 001 achieved another huge milestone by launching on the Epic Games Store, further extending its reach to even more creators.

Check out its store page:

https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/001-game-creator-eabf55

Across more than two decades, 001 Game Creator has grown from a humble passion project to a widely recognized development platform; one that has inspired classrooms, supported charities, and empowered creators of all skill levels. With continued recognition and support through government R&D grants since 2018, availability on both Steam and the Epic Games Store, and a dedicated community that has stood with us every step of the way, we are proud of how far we’ve come... and excited for where we’re heading next!

Open Dev Kit Updates

Speaking of, over in the world of Open Dev Kit, big things are happening too! The brand-new documentation is live on our website, featuring a growing library of guides, tips, and walkthroughs to help you master everything from editor tricks to advanced system design.

This latest update also adds powerful new features like dictionary structures in the type picker, easy JSON-to-structure conversion functions, and major improvements to our OpenAI integration including service tier selection, fine-tuned model support, and enhanced demo tools. Whether you’re building with AI or creating complex data-driven systems, Open Dev Kit now makes it easier than ever to bring your ideas to life.

Check out the new Open Dev Kit documentation here:

https://opendevkit.com/documentation/index.htm

Special Sale!

To celebrate 20 years of game-making, we’re launching a special anniversary sale. Until September 5th, you can get the main 001 Game Creator engine for 75% off, plus all DLCs also discounted by 20%. It’s the perfect chance to jump in if you’re new, or to expand your toolkit with a DLC or two if you’ve been creating with 001 for years.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/347400/001_Game_Creator_2025_Edition/

Thank you again for being part of this journey and helping 001 grow into what it is today. Here’s to the next 20 years of creativity, innovation, and game-making magic!

With much love,

The SoftWeir Team

001 Game Creator

Summer Sale Begins!

Jun 26

Summer’s heating up, and so are these deals! Whether you're polishing up a long-term project or starting a brand new game idea you've been thinking about, now’s a great time to jump in. We've had some exciting developments over the last couple weeks, and with a fresh round of community creativity in full swing, it’s the perfect season to create something awesome with 001 Game Creator!

Community Showcases

We’ve been blown away by the talent in our community lately, as we’ve been featuring some of your creations in our monthly Community Showcases! Our most recent spotlight featured Pact of the Mystics, an eerie 2D platformer dripping with style, and Bellows Below, a surreal mix of survival horror and fishing mechanics built in 3D. These projects are a great reminder of what’s possible in 001, whether you’re working in 2D or 3D.

Check out the full post here:

https://001gamecreator.com/news/2025-06-11/001-game-creator-community-showcase/

https://001gamecreator.com/news/

Join our Discord server:

https://discord.gg/4sTJVV5

In case you missed...

Our most recent massive update for 001 Game Creator brought one of the most requested features: alpha-layered tile support for floors and walls! This means more complex visuals without the graphical issues seen in older versions, making your worlds look better than ever.

We also included critical scripting fixes, improved projectile consistency, and full support for mobile virtual keyboards. Geometry and math values like “Arctangent” and “Direction from Point” were fixed as well, which is crucial for directional logic in gameplay. Android/iOS developers will also notice better image export feedback and improved 3D rendering on lower-end devices.

An important hotfix also followed, upgrading the Steam SDK and updating local documentation, now including our newest Step Dungeon Maze Kit DLC!

View a full list of changes here:

https://001gamecreator.com/changes/

Hot Summer Sale!

From now through July 23, 001 Game Creator will be at a 75% off discount, with all our DLCs being 20% off! It’s a great time to grab the full suite, expand your toolkit, and start building the game you've always wanted to make.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/347400/001_Game_Creator_2025_Edition/

001 Game Creator

Hotfix v2025.005.001 is now live

May 13

A new hotfix version of 001 Game Creator is now live, fixing a few issues that popped up in the latest version. Most importantly, we fixed the "Critical Error #-1" error various users experienced.

2025.005.001
-Fixed incorrect arctangent calculation resolving holding point and sprite script rotation issues and further fixing geometry use value “Direction from Point (ArcTan2)” and math use value “Arctangent” from returning incorrect values.
-Fixed regression crash when using color interpolation.
-Fixed very tall tiles from disappearing when they are near the bottom of the screen.
-Made it not warn about missing “Return Value” when editing a sub script.
-Fixed not being able to provide large values for sprite pose rate.

In case you missed our previous announcement on the massive update that just dropped, check it out here:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/347400/view/511831746088535591

2025.005.000
-Fixed shop interface errors when displaying items that don’t have matching scripting ID and display name.
-P2P Demo: Fixed IP address being used when hosting and added option to use a specific IP address.
-Increased Android API version to 34.
-Fixed crash when resizing sprite sequence/tile-set collision editors too small.
-Fixed scripting error when cancelling inside equipment interfaces.
-Fixed dedicated server builds from incorrectly using OpenGL after the game has loaded.
-Fixed not being able to reference an object with a name that starts or ends with spaces when advanced option “Allow case-insensitive and whitespace-untrimmed object references.” is checked.
-Renamed “Advanced Game Settings” to “Legacy Compatibility Settings” and made some clarifications inside the window.
-Fixed Tab key not activating when a field with text input is selected.
-Fixed “Close Connection” event on the client causing future “Connect to Game Server” events to no longer report connection errors.
-Fixed crash when editing variables that have a collection stored in them via executing custom event in editor.
-Fixed not rendering 3D models on certain older Android devices correctly due to graphics chip not reporting shader issues related to number of bones.
-Fixed items’ “Maximum Value” for “Statistic Impact on Target” from not properly changing the actor’s maximum stat.
-Fixed not being able to use “Run Custom Event” in editor on a newly created custom event.
-Added “Reverse X/Y/Z Tile Rendering” map properties options allowing layered alpha-blended tiles.
-Made it error more clearly when a parameter is missing for regular events.
-Enhanced RPG: Fixed message boxes from rendering behind menus.
-3D Templates: Fixed rendering issues with some lower objects.
-Fixed crashes in various editors in a project with any unnamed resources.
-Fixed crash when receiving an invalid network message.
-Fixed losing changes to parameter arguments in script editor when modifying variables/switches/collections/tables.
-Fixed actors with “Process Physics” unchecked from receiving damage.
-Enhanced RPG: Fixed title screen from not properly disabling when starting game.
-Fixed crash from overflowing player’s number of steps when velocity is set to a high value.
-Fixed crashes from actors with too high of a velocity.
-Fixed map editor grid issues and crashes after building game.
-Made it display images with invalid dimensions when preparing resources for devices.
-Made it display image slot when preparing resources for devices.
-Made it prepare resources for devices when building game.
-Fixed taskbar icon disappearing after returning to main editor window.
-Fixed “Wheel Up” and “Wheel Down” mouse inputs from being backwards.
-Fixed “Currently In Party” for party members from being ignored when its template has “Allow changes in placed actors” unchecked.
-Fixed projectiles from not properly stopping when impacting non-solid actors when set to stop.
-Fixed tiles with shadows from occasionally disappearing when they are near the top of the screen.
-Fixed not being able to disable map volume size warning.
-Fixed comparison branches with booleans/ranges from hiding the use value when not within proper values.
-Fixed clearing of range/color parameter use values from not correctly applying defaults.
-Fixed geometry use value “Direction from Point (ArcTan2)” and math use value “Arctangent” from returning incorrect values.
-Fixed setting actor’s direction via scripting from not trigger collision events correctly.
-Improved JDK locating for Android builds.
-Fixed Android keyboard on text input fields from not accepting all keys from modern keyboards.
-Fixed Android keyboard done key from not firing input script.
-Fixed Android keyboard backspace key from not always working.
-Made Android/iOS keyboard come up if an input field is clicked on in addition to just when it is selected.

We hope that all our game dev mothers had a wonderful Mother’s Day last weekend. Happy belated Mother’s Day from all of us at SoftWeir!

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Huge Update: Alpha-Layered Tile Support, Scripting Fixes!

May 8

Spring is now in full swing, and we’re back with another round of awesome updates! With fresh 001 Game Creator and Open Dev Kit updates just out the oven, and more ways than ever to get involved in the community, there’s never been a better time to dive into development.

This update introduces a very exciting visual upgrade which is alpha-layered tile blending! Alongside that, there are major scripting fixes for geometry logic and value reliability, improvements to mobile input handling, and better Android/iOS exporting tools. Jump into everything that's been happening lately for more details!

New Version Out Now!

A new version of 001 Game Creator is now live!

This one includes several resolved bugs plus a couple critical scripting fixes that many of you will appreciate. Most notably, we’ve fixed an issue where setting an actor’s direction via scripting wasn’t properly triggering collision events. This should help improve interaction reliability in many projects. Additionally, we addressed an issue where scripting values could sometimes apply incorrectly, leading to unexpected behavior in events.

We also resolved a bug with geometry and math use values:
“Direction from Point (ArcTan2)” and “Arctangent” were returning incorrect values, which could cause major problems in scripted logic relying on directional calculations. That’s now been corrected!

A pretty sweet fix also includes an issue where the virtual keyboard in mobile devices would misbehave when input-accepting fields where involved. From not showing up normally when an input field was tapped to not properly registering character inputs. You can now enjoy a fully functional virtual keyboard and freely extend the possibilities of your games!

From older betas about a month ago, we also talked about a number of fixes and improvements like more stable projectile behavior, better tile shadow rendering, and a key script editor bug fix that prevents lost parameter changes. Mobile developers also got some attention with improved image dimension error reporting when exporting for Android and iOS.

Going another month further back, we also introduced new map options that enhance alpha blending for tiles, allowing for smoother visual transitions. Android users on older or lower-end devices should now see much better 3D model rendering, thanks to a fix that significantly improved compatibility.

This only scratches the surface of what has changed since the last public version! View the full change log here: https://001gamecreator.com/changes/

Open Dev Kit's Latest Update

The spotlight this time is on VR, with full VR controller support finally landing in Open Dev Kit! You’ll now be able to bind hand position, rotation, thumbsticks, sliders, and buttons for each hand using the updated keybinds editor. On top of that, we’ve introduced a brand-new 3D VR demo so you can dive in and start building immersive experiences right away.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcSzu7xwuk8

Beyond VR, there are plenty of other exciting improvements too. A new "Move" function lets you animate game objects with smooth transitions in both position and rotation over time, especially useful for physics-based interactions. The updated hologram system also gives you better control over shadows, so things like sprite tracks and labels can now stay visible without casting unwanted lighting effects.

We’ve also expanded how keybind events work by adding input and device parameters, making it possible for the same keybind to behave differently based on the input method. And for those of you experimenting with AI features, we’ve updated OpenAI model support to include the latest o1 and GPT-4.5-preview models.

And that’s just scratching the surface. This update comes with a huge changelog full of fixes, stability improvements, and workflow polish across the board. Try it out now in the latest beta of Open Dev Kit and let us know what you think!

Be sure to check out all that good stuff waiting for you here: https://opendevkit.com/

Community Showcases

We've been teasing this for a while now and we've finally pulled the curtain. As part of our ongoing effort to spotlight the amazing work being shared in our community, we’ve officially started doing periodic community showcases! Whether it’s in-progress projects, eye-catching screenshots, or inventive experiments, we’ll be highlighting a few standout creations. It’s been awesome seeing more of you share your work lately and we'd like to keep that going!

We’re very much looking forward to seeing your creations, so join our awesome community of over 1000 members here: https://discord.gg/4sTJVV5
(Maybe you'll be in our next showcase!)

001 Game Creator

Community Showcase + What’s Next

Apr 10

With April finally here Spring is now in full bloom, and while we're busy squashing bugs and polishing the next big release of 001 Game Creator, we wanted to take a moment to show off what our community has been up to lately! It's been great seeing more activity from you, and we’d love to keep that momentum going, so let’s kick things off with the very first community showcase for this month!

Community Showcase

Kicking off our very first community showcase is a project that's oozing with charm and retro flair: "Dungeon Mori" by FilthyDrawings! This wonderful and stylish dungeon crawler blends SNES-era visuals with roguelike mechanics, all wrapped up in a moody, mysterious pixel world. With beautifully crafted dungeons and a solid narrative, it’s exciting to see how far this one will come, and it's even got a demo out now on Steam!

View the #show-off thread on our discord server here:
https://discord.com/channels/168417207989043200/1254669998144880670

Play the demo on Steam:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3597590/Dungeon_Mori/

We've got another cool project here made by Sleepy Peach called "Beyond the Mountains"; yet another beautifully stylized RPG dripping with atmosphere. With a mix of hand-crafted artwork, a focus on emotional storytelling, and some classic action-based combat, this one feels like a cozy yet mysterious journey into a majestic fantasy world. The dev’s been sharing progress in the community for a while now, and it’s been awesome watching this one evolve. If you’re into adventures with rich vibes, make sure to check its free demo on Steam!

View the #show-off thread on our discord server here:
https://discord.com/channels/168417207989043200/1257490609997090879

Play for free on Steam:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2107170/Beyond_the_Mountains/

Definitely check these out and give 'em some love in the #show-off channel! Join our lovely Discord community to learn more about these projects and share yours with us: https://discord.gg/4sTJVV5
(Maybe you'll be in our next showcase!)

New Version Coming in May!

We’re in the final stages of testing the next public update of 001 Game Creator! After several weeks of feedback and polishing our Patreon beta, things are looking solid and we expect the update to go live sometime in May.

If you want to be part of shaping these updates before they go public, consider joining the Insiders on Patreon! You'll get early beta access, devlogs and the chance to vote on future features: https://www.patreon.com/softweir

Highlights from previous updates

Last month, we released a new beta version of 001 Game Creator to our Patreon supporters! This update included a number of fixes and improvements like more stable projectile behavior, better tile shadow rendering, and a key script editor bug fix that prevents lost parameter changes. Mobile developers also got some attention with improved image dimension error reporting when exporting for Android and iOS.

Going a bit further back, we also introduced new map options that enhance alpha blending for tiles, allowing for smoother visual transitions. Android users on older or lower-end devices should now see much better 3D model rendering, thanks to a fix that significantly improved compatibility.

The beta's still going strong, and we’re getting ready to bring these updates to everyone soon!

001 Game Creator

Upcoming Software Updates, Sales and more!

Mar 13

Spring right into the warmer days of this season with a new 001 Game Creator beta update, as well as sweet discounts on the software and DLCs! The change log is huge with over 30 changes fresh off the press, with a wide assortment of new features, enhancements and bug fixes. So let's dive right in and break down some of the best parts of this update!

New Beta Update - Public release soon!

A fresh BETA version of 001 Game Creator has been released and is available to our patrons, with a public release on the horizon! This update will bring a couple key fixes, including resolving a crash from fast-moving actors, improved projectile behavior, and better tile shadow rendering. We’ve also fixed issues with actors taking damage when they shouldn’t, invalid network messages, and a major script editor bug that caused parameter argument changes to be lost. Android/iOS devs will also find and improved project resource preparation experience when exporting for devices with the addition of detailed image dimension error reporting!

001 Game Creator has also recently gained improved alpha blending support for tiles, major fixes for 3D model rendering on Android, and more stability improvements. If you want early beta access to these features, as well as the more fresh ones mentioned above, be sure to check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/softweir

Open Dev Kit highlights from previous update

In case you missed our last announcement, Open Dev Kit has seen HUGE progress! From Box2D physics, VR, HDR, and a better sprite sequencer to enhanced navigation tools and searching across all panels. We also introduced two brand-new demo templates: a 3D Platformer and a Space Shooter, helping you kickstart your projects.

Explore all the latest updates here: https://opendevkit.com

Blooming Spring discounts!

Hop into spring with a discount of 001 Game Creator at 70% off and all of your favorite DLCs at 20% off until April 3rd! With the weather opening up now would be a fantastic time to pick up these powerful tools for your game development journey!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/347400/001_Game_Creator/

001 Game Creator

New Update Soon, Huge Updates to Open Dev Kit + Heartwarming Deals!

Feb 4

A fresh update for 001 Game Creator is just around the corner, bringing key fixes and improvements, while Open Dev Kit has some new and very exciting things in the works. Plus, with Valentine’s Day approaching us, we’ve got some lovely deals you won’t want to miss.

Upcoming 001 Game Creator Update

A new version of 001 Game Creator is just on the horizon, bringing with it a bunch of fixes for improving overall stability, and addressing long-standing issues.

Some key highlights include new map options that improves alpha blending support for tiles. Android users will also see a major fix where certain older/lower-end devices could not render 3D models properly at all, meaning way better 3D model rendering compatibility on all devices now! Additionally, we've fixed an item function "Maximum Value" for "Statistic Impact on Target", and newly created Custom Events now execute properly without requiring the project to be closed and reopened.

This update was actually released as a beta on our Patreon a couple weeks earlier. If you'd like to be part of the early birds that get first-access to future software betas, consider joining our Patreon community. Apart from software Betas you also get other benefits like devlogs and polls that let you shape the future of our products: https://www.patreon.com/softweir

New Open Dev Kit goodies

We've been hard at work cooking some interesting things recently that we'd like to share with all of you in this announcement. Since the last update, Open Dev Kit has seen HUGE progress! The amount of fixes implemented has definitely helped its stability come a long way, and it has received numerous improvements to so many aspects, from Box2D physics, object pointers, VR, HDR, to the sprite sequencer itself, which by the way will only keep getting better.

A couple utility improvements you will also find useful are enhanced navigation controls to scene, sprite and keybind editors via WASD, with a complementary user option to change camera speed and step when using keyboard. Also check out the added navigation tools (same system as toolbar tools) to project options that allow custom navigation tabs. Finding things should now be a breeze, as we've added searching to all panels: API, resources, instances, sprite tiles, sprite poses, sprite assets, scene tiles and local variables!

Moreover, you can now access "Resource" properties for scenes, keybinds, windows, shaders and sprites, and double-clicking script nodes gives you access to user properties/functions. We've also made it display the name of a tile in tool-tip when hovering over them, and added painting of rotated and tinted tiles (color, specular, and layer color).

You will surely enjoy a bunch of these sweet additions too, like a "Default Axis" Box2D physics option to choose between XY and XZ projection of 3D co-ordinates, the "Additive" coloring mode sprite/hologram option, and infinite sprite pose sequence duration (via -1) allowing infinite length tracks (useful for ongoing effects), and a "Draw 3D Ellipsoid" render context function.

There are also a few neat audio-related things like audio listener position/orientation global variables that can change the location of how 3D positional sounds will be heard (volume and panning), new parameters to the "Play Sound" function (position, relativity, range, attenuation) and a game audio listener object to automatically update audio listener position/orientation. And for our VR devs out there, we've added "Get VR Position/Orientation" functions to GameCanvas and Camera to allow access to VR locations of head, left/right eyes and left/right hands.

Starting Open Dev Kit, you will find the addition of 2 new demos that we've already announced a couple of times. Enter, the 3D Platformer, as well as the Space Shooter demo! Yes, starting today you will be able to use them as templates for your own projects, or to take them apart and learn more about how Open Dev Kit works. We are also working on creating documentation for all the individual template/demos in order to help you more quickly understand how they work, and even guide you on expanding on them a bit.

Don't miss all these new goodies waiting for you here: https://opendevkit.com/

Share your projects with us!

In case you missed our last major post, we actually teased a little something new that we're going to start doing later this year. We're not ready to reveal many details, but basically, if you want your project to shine in future showcases of ours, make sure to join our Discord server and share your progress in the #show-off channel. Be it screenshots, videos, trailers, or updates... we want you to give us a chance to celebrate your work! Join our awesome community of over 1000 members here: https://discord.gg/4sTJVV5

We're very much looking forward to seeing your creations!

Heartwarming deals have arrived!

Valentine's day is looming, and starting today up until February 18th, you can enjoy these lovely deals of 75% off 001 Game Creator and 25% off all DLCs! This is a great opportunity for you to get into the game development scene and create games that touch people's hearts. So take advantage of this sale and get creative!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/347400/001_Game_Creator/

001 Game Creator

End of Year Review & Future Plans

Jan 2

2024 has been an extraordinary year of growth and progress for our team and community! From Open Dev Kit transitioning from Alpha to Beta, making remarkable progress in its development, to introducing Steam Items for 001 Game Creator as well as other new content, we've reached incredible milestones together. As the year wraps up, we take a moment to reflect on these achievements and celebrate what we’ve made in this End-of-Year review.

At the beginning of the year, Open Dev Kit received a major update that introduced 3D Jolt Physics to the engine, something that is considered to be a staple in many 3D games nowadays, and a thing that was impossible to do in 001 Game Creator.

Few weeks later on, Open Dev Kit kept receiving significant updates one after another, such as support for extended OpenAI functionality, which brought with it DALL-E-3. This new model was capable of generating images with far better quality in all aspects, without needing to construct super specific prompts, allowing a tremendous amount of customization and flexibility.

At that time we also put out a brand new Saving & Loading demo, where users could see a bunch of ways of handling project data. The demo covered how to modify and read the users clipboard which can contain text, images or a list of files, as well as reading and writing text and image files, or even API stuff like XML and binary data!

It didn't take long for another amazing demo to be released for Open Dev Kit: "Turtle 3D". An educational demo which introduces robotics with realistic physics, all taught through commands set up as simple Lua scripts. Designed mainly as a STEM resource, Turtle 3D makes learning how to program both accessible and fun, offering interested students the opportunity to explore various coding concepts in a more hands-on and interactive environment.

Then, a remarkable update was also followed by a massive documentation update that enabled users to explore and learn more about Open Dev Kit! And thanks to the "F1 Anywhere" feature, it was possible to easily learn more about any functionality or scripting property/function simply by clicking on it and pressing F1! That way, no matter where they were, users would hardly get lost among Open Dev Kit's abundant features!

Some time in-between all that, a new version of 001 Game Creator came out that greatly enhanced the HTML functionality, fixed a couple UNICODE issues and vastly improved Steam Deck compatibility for built games. It also brought along with it the full release of the 3D Maze Kit DLC, which was in development for quite some time. And thanks to our community's invaluable feedback, we were able to iron out any and every issue, and add many exciting features for users to explore and utilize!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up7wx1yax5o

During that period we also released the latest video tutorial in our Game Recipe series, where we visually guide you step-by-step on implementing mechanics from our already written recipes. The most recent release focused on creating a stamina display in the player’s HUD, tied to a sprint mechanic. Using the Graph tool to display statistics in bar format and integrating it with the HUD interface, the tutorial shows how to bring this essential feature to life in your own games. If you missed it, you can check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TkzZRhBEaU

We’d also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in the community who has shared their expertise by posting guides and tutorials on Steam. These can really help developers of all skill levels and help elevate our community. If you’ve been experimenting with 001 Game Creator yourself, why not share your knowledge by creating a guide? Your insights could assist others, and they are sure to appreciate your work!

Make a guide and help us all out: https://steamcommunity.com/app/347400/guides/

Summer came, and thanks to all that work we poured into our biggest project yet, having come such a long way in many different aspects — from functionality, stability, accessibility and so much more — it was finally time for Open Dev Kit to officially make its way onto the public Beta stage. Marking a significant milestone and step forward in making Open Dev Kit a powerful development tool. To showcase its current capabilities at the time, we also put out 2 demos for people to check out; a 3D platformer plus a 2D isometric RPG.

Not even a week later, we launched a Humble Bundle sale featuring 001 Game Creator and its DLCs at unbeatable prices, to support Extra Life and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Later in the year we also participated in two other Humble Bundles supporting Breakthrough T1D. Having managed to help raise over $127,000 this year alone we consider these Humble Bundle campaign a great success, and we hope to keep doing more in the future!

The summer season was quite an exciting time for 001 Game Creator, as we were able to do some pretty cool things. For one, we worked on adding a page on the 001 Game Creator website dedicated towards showcasing games from our fantastic community. Showcasing user projects with style, with their names displayed, and for finished projects — or at least those uploaded to an appropriate platform (Steam, Itch.io, Gamejolt, etc) — clicking on them now takes you there to view them in more detail, and even download when feasible!

We also encourage you to make a post about it in our Discord's show-off channel if you made a game with 001 Game Creator and would like to get it there. Depending on its level of polish, chances are we'll add it as well!

Check it out for some serious eye-candy: https://001gamecreator.com/screenshots/

The other nifty thing we worked on this year was the introduction of Steam Items for 001 Game Creator! Just like most Steam apps and games, it is now possible collect exclusive 001-themed trading cards, acquire badges to show off on your Steam profile, as well as emoticons and profile backgrounds to show off your love for game development and more specifically 001 Game Creator. Some longtime users may even recognize a few easter eggs among all those items ;)

Later on when fall arrived it was Open Dev Kit's turn to be on the spotlight. In September, a major new update dropped which featured a crazy number of improvements, new functionality and overall better stability. The biggest highlight however was the integration with the Effekseer particle effect model format (.efkefc), providing users with powerful new visual effects using an external editor that allows the creation of AAA-level stunning particle animations and effects. And it's all been designed to seamlessly work with Open Dev Kit!

https://youtu.be/M2m94uWZNUI

A month later a new addition to Open Dev Kit's demo projects was announced. Inspired by one of 001 Game Creator's popular demos, an upgraded version of the Space Shooter demo was designed. Able to play in both 2D and 3D, it takes things to a whole new level with enhanced visuals, smoother mechanics, and new features, all the while giving users the knowhow and inspiration for crafting their own epic intergalactic games.

It combines flawless mechanics, stunning Effekseer particle effects for highly expressive visuals, and a dynamic arcade feel that takes full advantage of Open Dev Kit’s much more powerful tools.

Join the Beta now: https://opendevkit.com/

Whew, we're nearing the end, but we've still got one more thing we need to mention and hopefully get some of you hyped up. Just mere weeks ago, we teased something new and ambitious that we'll be doing with you in 2025. Again, can't give out any details, but do keep on eye out for the new community-driven showcases.

In the meantime, make sure to join our Discord server and share your progress in the #show-off channel. Whether it’s screenshots, trailers, or updates, we want to celebrate your work, and perhaps feature it in this new thing that we're preparing!

Thank you for your support!

Wow! What an incredible year 2024 has been! And yet, this is only the beginning of the amazing journey ahead in 2025, for both Open Dev Kit and 001 Game Creator! With 001 Game Creator moving even further towards becoming the most polished version of itself that it can be, and exciting plans for Open Dev Kit's evolution, the future is simply brimming with potential and possibilities.

As we close out this year, we want to express our deepest gratitude to our passionate community. None of this progress would have been possible without the unwavering support of our Patreon members, translators, and talented users. Your feedback and creativity continue to inspire and guide us all on this massive journey!

From all of us here at SoftWeir, we wish you a joyous New Year filled with adventure, creativity, and success. Here’s to another great year of building, creating, and sharing amazing games together in 2025!

With utmost gratitude and appreciation,
The SoftWeir Team

001 Game Creator

Let us be your secret Santa this year with top 001 Game Creator deals!

Dec 19, 2024

...and the season of giving just keeps on going! We're excited to announce that in this Winter Sale our incredible discounts are sticking around in high spirits, for you to start your creative journey with 001 Game Creator and make some awesome games. Whether you're a seasoned game developer or just starting out, this is the perfect time to grab 001 Game Creator and its DLCs!

Show off your projects in the new year!

2025 is going to be an exhilarating year for the 001 Game Creator community. While we're not ready to give you many details just yet, we have some big plans for the new year, including more community-driven showcases!

This year we featured some amazing community creations at our showcase page, and we're very much excited to see what you've been working on and keep filling that page. If you want your project to shine in future showcases, make sure to join our Discord server and share your progress in the #show-off channel. Whether it’s screenshots, trailers, or updates, we want to celebrate your work!

The Sale goes on!

As our gift for this year's holidays, we decided to extend the incredibly special sale since last time, meaning you still have plenty of chances to grab 001 Game Creator for a mighty 80% OFF, as well as 30% its DLCs, until January 2nd.

Get geared up for a creative start this new year:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/347400/001_Game_Creator/

And in case you missed it, we are also running our physical Video Game Design Workbook's sale for the entire holiday season! You can get it for 10% off, with Canadian buyers also getting GST/HST removed (adding an extra 5-15% off depending on province for up to 25% total savings!).

Start planning and organizing your projects today: https://www.softweir.ca/product/game-design-workbook/

Happy Holidays,
The SoftWeir Team

001 Game Creator

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