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2017

2017

December 30, 2016 colej Comments 15 comments

Hello folks, thought I’d write a post meeting the new year head on. I’ve decided I need to make some changes to the way I do things in order to grow what I’ve started. So here’s a sort of ‘2017 and beyond’ manifesto for ColePowered:

Be more active within the gamedev community. I’m pretty awful when it comes to twitter, facebook or even just writing on here and it’s something that needs to improve. Even if nobody reads it, writing these dev blog posts are a great way to collect thoughts and reflect. As an introvert I find simply being vocal the most challenging thing about solo game development, but until I can afford to hire somebody who does it all for me it’s something I need to work on! This year I’m going to make an effort to be more social on here, social media and also attend more gaming events. I’m going to attempt to write something on here every week- whether it be a simple post like this or a much more interesting development blog entry.

Play more. It sounds counter-productive but my gaming time has really taken a bit of a hit in recent years. It’s simply because I enjoy making games so much, I prefer to spend more time making than playing. I remember Tom Francis saying something that rang particularly true on the Crate & Crowbar podcast a while back, something along the lines of- making a game is like playing the most complex, satisfying game imaginable. But playing can provide valuable inspiration, I need to be careful not to miss out on what’s actually happening in gaming or I fear my game ideas will be left behind.

Transition from Concrete Jungle to my new project. Yes I’ve started one, but it’s in the early prototype stages. I’m almost ready to start talking about it and showing off what I’ve done so far, but not quite. Meanwhile Concrete Jungle still needs updating to include some additional languages (which have been ever so kindly translated by some fans!) I also need to address a few issues on mobile and release properly on mac. Although I’m still 100% committed to the game, I am absolutely eager to move on to a new project now.

Grow the business. Since becoming a full time indie, I’ve taken a very frugal approach to spending. I’ve always chosen to do/make something myself wherever possible. This philosophy has served me well- it allowed me to make Concrete Jungle for £12k and survive the years prior. I’m not going to abandon that approach, but I do want to start thinking about growing the business in the next few years. I’m not quite sure what the first step is here, I’ve got a feeling all will become clearer with the next project. Concrete Jungle’s sales have been enough to keep me afloat as a sole developer for at least another year and a half, maybe two- which is fantastic. I’m so pleased I get to continue what I do! Being able to do this for a living is a dream come true.

So, assuming I don’t fall at the first hurdle, see you soon. Have a great new year, here’s hoping to a better one!

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15 thoughts on “2017”

  1. Avatar Ash says:
    December 30, 2016 at 4:30 pm

    Great stuff Cole – looking forward to heading about the new project!

    Reply
  2. Avatar PIYOW says:
    February 11, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    I know this is nothing to do with concrete jungle. But does anyone know the names of the songs in Sleigher and were I can buy them from?

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  3. Avatar James says:
    March 10, 2017 at 12:32 am

    Concrete Jungle is a lovely game. I’ve just bought the Android version, and it’s in the top tier of Android games I’ve ever played. I hope your resolutions serve you well.

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  4. Avatar Crawford dunner says:
    March 26, 2017 at 7:08 pm

    Where do you get your music from Cole? You’ve got some real snazzy tunes in concrete jungle Sleigher and more! -I’m a massive fan and love the game!

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    1. colej colej says:
      April 5, 2017 at 9:59 am

      Mostly just cool tracks that I like and are available to license. There’s a Concrete Jungle playlist on spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/user/colej_uk/playlist/31GUwZ02Rs6Ae4FPQwLQ3A

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  5. Avatar Crawford dunner says:
    March 30, 2017 at 12:23 am

    Do you still respond to comments Cole??? Peace

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  6. Avatar Crawford dunner says:
    March 31, 2017 at 12:29 am

    Any ideas for new games son? peace

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    1. colej colej says:
      April 5, 2017 at 9:57 am

      Hello Crawford! Yep- new game is in the works but it’s pretty early stages yet. I’ll reveal it as soon as I have interesting things to show!

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  7. Avatar Crawford dunner says:
    April 2, 2017 at 2:08 pm

    I see the forums are getting popular again!

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  8. Avatar Concrete jungle all the way says:
    April 8, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    Cole when’s the next concrete jungle update coming out the game is getting old and boring, please update the game it’s being forgotten 🙁

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    1. Avatar Roddy fisher says:
      May 12, 2017 at 2:35 pm

      Yeah Cole please update it.

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      1. Avatar Concrete jungle all the way says:
        May 12, 2017 at 3:57 pm

        THANK YOU COLE, LOVE THE NEW UPDATE MANY OF BUGS HAVE GONE NOW

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  9. Avatar Crawford dunner says:
    April 19, 2017 at 12:45 am

    Thanks for the concrete jungle play list. Can you please give me the link to a Sleigher play list?

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  10. Avatar Crawford dunner says:
    May 12, 2017 at 3:29 pm

    Can I please have a Sleigher song list or at least a sight were I can listen to them

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  11. Avatar Crawford dunner says:
    May 12, 2017 at 4:32 pm

    Woah three comments in one day. sweet!

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