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TLDR:
- Qloud Games, the Australian indie studio behind Loftia, is working on a new core quest system for the game.
- The team has received a pre-seed investment from venture capital firm a16z to fund development.
Australian indie studio Qloud Games is making significant progress on its mediumly multiplayer title Loftia. The development team is currently focusing on creating a new core quest system that will lead players on a journey to explore sustainable energy within the game world. These quests will be integrated with in-game activities like community projects, crafting, farming, and player housing. Additionally, work is being done on Loftia’s energy and weather systems, eco-friendly art, a decoration system, and UI enhancements.
Key members of the team have temporarily relocated to San Francisco to participate in Andreessen Horowitz’ SPEEDRUN program, which offers coaching, mentorship, and a pre-seed investment from the venture capital firm a16z. The investment will be used to fund Loftia’s development, giving the team creative freedom to enhance the game experience.
Closed alpha testing for Loftia is scheduled to begin later this year, with an early access launch expected in late 2025.
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