Wood Update
Did a wood study and added some new wood props to Shiver Swamp and I just think they're neat
2021-08-18 16:00:00 +0000 UTC View Post
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Website Updates
Hey guys!
We've recently updated all of our websites and social media profiles to feature new art, titles, descriptions, screenshots, and gifs. Take a look!
Knick-Knack Games Website: <...
2021-08-16 16:01:04 +0000 UTC View PostMid-August Update
Hey everyone, sorry for the lack of content during the first half of the month! We've been working really hard getting everything ready for SAGE and Hubworld and we've had a few technical issues on...
2021-08-16 14:56:06 +0000 UTC View PostRad Venture Alpha Trailer - SAGE/Hubworld 2021
Here's the final cut of our trailer for SAGE and Hubworld 2021!
A lot of effort, blood, sweat, and tears went into making this, so we hope you guys enjoy! This will premiere sometime next mon...
2021-07-26 16:08:52 +0000 UTC View PostRad Venture OST YouTube Playlist
Hey Patrons!
We've got a special gift for you! We've uploaded the Rad Venture OST onto YouTube, or at least what we have of it so far, as a playlist!
Enjoy it to your heart's con...
2021-07-19 23:36:39 +0000 UTC View PostThe Making of the Rad Venture Alpha Hubworld/ SAGE 2021 Trailer
Here's a fun little behind the scenes video showing the process on how the animated segments of the recent trailer were made!
2021-07-17 23:10:06 +0000 UTC View PostRad Venture SAGE 2021 Trailer WIP 2
Here is the second WIP of our SAGE 2021 trailer, now with finished rendered cutscenes, all done in Unreal Engine!
2021-07-16 15:18:59 +0000 UTC View PostRad Venture SAGE 2021 Trailer WIP 1
Here's the first draft wip of our next trailer for the SAGE event in August. A lot of it is still being worked on, but the gameplay segments are pretty much final.
Let us know what you think!...
2021-07-08 15:29:27 +0000 UTC View PostRad Venture SAGE Soundtrack News
Just an update, but we plan to release the current Rad Venture Soundtrack for free onto YouTube in celebration for SAGE 2021 in late August!
This will include full versions of:
- NE... 2021-06-30 16:53:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Rad Venture 2021 SAGE/Hubworld Trailer WIP
Here's a quick wip/ animatic for our next trailer. It's still super early, as its an animatic, the gameplay is old, and there's no music, but we'll continue to post updates as progress continues! 2021-06-26 18:19:44 +0000 UTC View Post
New Rad Venture Key Art Concept
Here's the first rough of the new Rad Venture key art, done by our newest concept artist Katherine Kehoe!
You can follow her at 2021-06-25 22:27:01 +0000 UTC View Post
New Rad Venture Intro Test - SAGE 2021 Edition
As we get ready for SAGE 2021, we decided to redo our main menu, so we're in the middle of figuring out how we want to tackle that.
For starters, we're updating the main logo sequence that le...
2021-06-16 17:05:42 +0000 UTC View PostShiver Swamp Level Geometry Update
Just an update on the geometry of Shiver Swamp.
We're almost done with the main level geo, mainly the ground meshes and walls and such. The swamp portion is almost complete, besides a few BIG...
2021-06-12 21:50:34 +0000 UTC View PostMemorial Day Delay
Hey Patrons!
Quick update, we will be posting our monthly content on Tuesday since tomorrow is Memorial day!
Vistabell Waterworks Assets WIP
Started makin assets for the Waterworks part of Vistabell, which is the transition area between Vistabell (hub) and Shiver Swamp (first level).
Lots of pipes and scaffolding made, with some a...
2021-05-25 18:40:00 +0000 UTC View PostNew Pause Menu UI Concepts
Here's some concept art of the updated pause screen and community service menu.
The pause is already mostly implemented in the game already
2021-05-12 20:37:10 +0000 UTC View PostScout Leader Leslie Progress
Hey guys! Here's a BIG post about the recent bear character I've been workin on.
The poll we had to name him had a 3-way tie, so we're just gunna go with Scout Leader Leslie, named afte...
2021-05-10 15:37:11 +0000 UTC View PostScout Leader Name Poll
We're workin on redesigning an old character to be used as the main NPC in Shiver Swamp, and we're lookin for a new name for him! (The right sketch is the going to be the final design fyi).
Y...
2021-04-13 15:46:38 +0000 UTC View PostChallenge Level UI Concept
Some work on the Challenge Level UI, which is pretty much two overlapping progress bars. One will show the progress of the robot through the stage, and the other is Rad's progress.
2021-04-09 18:41:34 +0000 UTC View PostEnemy WIP - Chaser
Here is a rip of a new enemy called "Chaser"!
You can find Chasers inside Challenge Levels, where they'll race you through the obstacle course for the McGuffinite. If the Chaser reaches the M...
2021-04-06 18:57:35 +0000 UTC View PostChallenge Level Concept Art/ Greybox
Here's a BIG post for you guys on the status of the new Challenge Levels!
We're still working on the main "gimmick" of the challenge levels, but for now they're straight runways. We're ...
2021-03-24 16:11:04 +0000 UTC View PostIris Final Design
Here's a look at Iris' final design along with a timeline of her design from the beginning!
She won't be modeled until after our vertical slice is finished, however.
2021-03-13 17:50:35 +0000 UTC View PostShiver Swamp Changes
Some big changes are coming to Shiver Swamp in next month's build.
The tree section is being changed to taking place at the base of the tree and under it instead of up around the trunk. This ...
2021-03-09 20:46:54 +0000 UTC View PostPatreon Board Update
Today I updated the Patreon board! It is now a scrolling textbox of you guys and it's WAY easier to add names to it! Check it out in the next build when you get the chance!
2021-03-08 18:53:57 +0000 UTC View Post1-Year Anniversary
Hey Patrons! Today is the 1-Year Anniversary of the launch of our Patreon!
We are so grateful to all of you for your support over the year, and we hope you continue to support us!
With ...
2021-03-06 16:27:08 +0000 UTC View PostMore Iris Redesign Update 2 and Comparison
Here's another update on Iris' redesign as well as a quick timeline of her design over the years.
Let us know what you think!
2021-03-06 00:27:01 +0000 UTC View PostTransition Level Greybox Update
FINALLY getting around to redoing the greyboxes for the transition levels. Also, playing around and learning lighting along the way. These will be in the next build.
2021-03-06 00:16:43 +0000 UTC View PostIris Redesign WIP 1
I thought it was about time to start workin on a redesign of Iris. Still workin on getting the shapes right, but I'm liking the more simple direction and better color contrast. This version of Iris...
2021-02-26 16:29:33 +0000 UTC View PostRad Venture Gameplay - GLGX 2021 Trailer
Here is the gameplay trailer we made for the Great Lakes Game Expo, featuring some new clips, NPCs, and some boss battle!
2021-02-18 16:24:47 +0000 UTC View PostGreat Lakes Game Expo 2021
Just a reminder that Rad Venture will be at Great Lakes Game Expo this weekend (February 18th-21st)!
We'll have a new trailer go live later today or tomorrow, but you guys get it right now! 2021-02-18 16:22:52 +0000 UTC View Post