sea spectrum

Light brings energy to everything in the dense silence of the water.

The next update to the game will allow you to swap the background colour while you play to get a feel for the different areas of Lum's world. This update will be automatically applied at no extra cost for anyone who has donated $5 or pre-ordered Luminesca. For quick updates follow @LuminescaGame on Twitter.

Find out how you can access the game here.

Which is your favourite? Pod Shallows, Volcanic Rifts, the Dark Abyss or the Murky Greens?

the glowing esca

When the light-bearers colonise an area they release hatchlings by the hundreds of thousands. Spawning from simple microscopic organisms, the infants drift on the swirling currents and consume anything that enters their grasp, before they mature into an agile adult form.

Very few survive this harsh coming of age, but the ones that do go on to develop their esca; the bioluminescent stalk that punctuates the water's depths with its distinct glimmer.

Such has been the story of countless generations, and will continue to be for many more...

Luminesca is LIVE on IndieGoGo

Luminesca is now live on IndieGoGo!

What does this mean?

It means I have begun accepting donations for the project's community funding. IndieGoGo and other group funding websites allow creative projects to gain backing from their fans and followers. In return, people who donate get rewards or perks for their generosity.

What are the rewards for donating?

The primary reward for donating $5 or more is that you get same-day access to a playable work-in-progress version of the game (that means you can play the game today if you donate).

If you donate $10 or more you also get the finished game when it is released. There are bigger rewards for higher donations, including art prints, the game soundtrack and more.

You can use PayPal with IndieGoGo or pay directly by credit or debit card. For full details and more information go to Luminesca's IndieGoGo page.

And of course a big "thank you" in advance if you decide that you wish to donate!

12 new screenshots and a video

Head over to the Images & Videos page to view them. Spread the word!

speak your mind

I'd love to know what you think of Luminesca so far! If you have any thoughts you'd like to share, or questions to ask, don't hesitate to get in contact.

You can leave a comment on any blog entry. If you have a Google account you can sign in with this. If not, just leave your name or even keep it anonymous! The important thing is that I know what you think as it helps me improve the game.

Alternatively, send me an email or get in touch using the social networking sites. See the Contact page for more.

follow Luminesca

Yesterday I announced Luminesca. Today I'd like to draw your attention to a video of an early build of the game, which shows some of the gameplay and art I've been working on. This is all work-in-progress material but it should give you a good idea of what the game will be like. Just click the play button below.

You can also now follow Luminesca in all the usual places: Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and IndieDB. Subscribe to your favourites for news and updates. Our Kickstarter page is coming soon!

introducing Luminesca

I am proud to unveil a new game I am developing called Luminesca! The game is set in an underwater world and revolves around the use of light for its exciting action sequences and puzzle-solving.

There is plenty to talk about, so I'll start with the basics. Use the links along the top of the page to find out more...

• What is Luminesca?
  find out more about the game, how it works and what it's all about
• Images & Videos
  all the latest media and artwork
• Community
  a place for all the fans to discuss the game and follow its updates
• Help Luminesca
  how you can support the project and get access to exclusive features!
• Contact
  share your thoughts with the developers of the game

I'll be updating this blog regularly with all the main news. Alternatively, follow Luminesca on Twitter or Facebook!