• Just a reminder that providing specifics on, sharing links to, or naming websites where ROMs can be accessed is against the rules. If your post has any of this information it will be removed.
  • Ever thought it'd be cool to have your art, writing, or challenge runs featured on PokéCommunity? Click here for info - we'd love to spotlight your work!
  • Our weekly protagonist poll is now up! Vote for your favorite Trading Card Game 2 protagonist in the poll by clicking here.
  • Welcome to PokéCommunity! Register now and join one of the best fan communities on the 'net to talk Pokémon and more! We are not affiliated with The Pokémon Company or Nintendo.
    Register

[Developing] Pokémon Apex

baphxyz

baphxyz

    • 21
    Posts
    9
    Years
    • she/her
    • Seen Apr 26, 2024
    [PokeCommunity.com] Pokémon Apex
    Pokémon Apex is a more serious and narrative-focused take on the classic formula. Apex is developed with the adult fan in mind, particularly for those who want a more challenging and story-driven experience. The game's difficulty, while not punishing, pressures the player to make conscientious choices about their playthrough. The game is packed with smaller details that reward patient players and those that enjoy taking in their environment.

    Map Preview:
    Spoiler:


    Story
    In Pokémon Apex, you play as a high schooler in the bustling metropolis of Nascene City. You manage to struggle through the drudgery of day-to-day life by playing video games and hanging out with your best friend.

    However, one day something unexpected happens. On the way to school, you somehow find yourself in a strange world inhabited by creatures called "Pokémon." It isn't long before you discover a dark cult who are hellbent on causing the destruction of both worlds! It's not your responsibility to stop them, but for some reason they just keep targeting you.

    Who are they? What do they want with you? What is this strange world, and how does it relate to your world? Find out in Pokémon Apex!

    [PokeCommunity.com] Pokémon Apex

    Features
    Pokémon Apex is a game that puts the story first. This means that not only does the protagonist have their own voice, but everything you do furthers their development and the progression of the plot. Apex aims to break free of the tired tropes of the main series Pokémon games, with many unconventional changes.
    On a basic level, the gameplay is what you have come to expect from Pokémon games, however things are spiced up with stat and move rebalancing, amongst other tweaks. All fully-evolved Pokémon will have a base stat total of at least 400, and all Pokémon will be able to evolve without trading.
    When completed, the game will contain 100% custom tilesets, character sprites, and music.

    The Project
    Pokémon Apex is created in RPG Maker XP with Pokémon Essentials. The game began development in December 2014 before going on hiatus shortly thereafter due to time constraints. However, development resumed around the end of 2015, and has been going strong ever since.
    Pokémon Apex is currently in ALPHA, meaning that it is not complete, and you may find bugs, however there is currently at least 10 hours of gameplay in the latest release. Currently, I am the sole developer, however I do have a few contributors helping with music and character art. See the current list of contributors here.

    Progress
    (May be out of date, see the blog for more)
    The latest release is Build 10. This constitutes about 70% of the story.
     
    Last edited:
    Jcaraballo96 said:
    Friend, I'll give you some advice.

    If you want your game to look quite promising and ambitious and not a mediocre game made without profit.

    Don't use RPG Maker. Better use Unity with the IIcolour Spectrum Pokemon Unity framework that I will leave in a link:
    https://github.com/PokemonUnity/PokemonUnity

    I want people to make use of that framework to make Pokemon fangames in Unity and take advantage of all that potential.
    Click to expand...

    dude stop spamming this on so many different game threads like this ive told u once and ill tell you again, rejuvenation reborn and floral tempus just to name 3 run off of RPGmaker and are all very excellent games so stop trying to convince people they should use something just to cater to your whims
     
    Dark said:
    Is pokemon Apex still in development?
    Click to expand...

    The game is currently on hiatus while I work on other projects. I'm also not terribly active on this site, so if you want the latest, check the blog or discord.
     
    The long-awaited Build 10 is now available! Explore the expansive new update including the sprawling Megiddo Plains, the idyllic Ys, and the relaxing Eden, with tons of new battles, a new dungeon, and lots of secrets to find.

    Check out the full changelog here!
     
    baphxyz said:
    [PokeCommunity.com] Pokémon Apex
    Pokémon Apex is a more serious and narrative-focused take on the classic formula. Apex is developed with the adult fan in mind, particularly for those who want a more challenging and story-driven experience. The game's difficulty, while not punishing, pressures the player to make conscientious choices about their playthrough. The game is packed with smaller details that reward patient players and those that enjoy taking in their environment.

    Map Preview:
    Spoiler:


    Story
    In Pokémon Apex, you play as a high schooler in the bustling metropolis of Nascene City. You manage to struggle through the drudgery of day-to-day life by playing video games and hanging out with your best friend.

    However, one day something unexpected happens. On the way to school, you somehow find yourself in a strange world inhabited by creatures called "Pokémon." It isn't long before you discover a dark cult who are hellbent on causing the destruction of both worlds! It's not your responsibility to stop them, but for some reason they just keep targeting you.

    Who are they? What do they want with you? What is this strange world, and how does it relate to your world? Find out in Pokémon Apex!

    [PokeCommunity.com] Pokémon Apex

    Features
    Pokémon Apex is a game that puts the story first. This means that not only does the protagonist have their own voice, but everything you do furthers their development and the progression of the plot. Apex aims to break free of the tired tropes of the main series Pokémon games, with many unconventional changes.
    On a basic level, the gameplay is what you have come to expect from Pokémon games, however things are spiced up with stat and move rebalancing, amongst other tweaks. All fully-evolved Pokémon will have a base stat total of at least 400, and all Pokémon will be able to evolve without trading.
    When completed, the game will contain 100% custom tilesets, character sprites, and music.

    The Project
    Pokémon Apex is created in RPG Maker XP with Pokémon Essentials. The game began development in December 2014 before going on hiatus shortly thereafter due to time constraints. However, development resumed around the end of 2015, and has been going strong ever since.
    Pokémon Apex is currently in ALPHA, meaning that it is not complete, and you may find bugs, however there is currently at least 10 hours of gameplay in the latest release. Currently, I am the sole developer, however I do have a few contributors helping with music and character art. See the current list of contributors here.

    Progress
    (May be out of date, see the blog for more)
    The latest release is Build 10. This constitutes about 70% of the story.
    Click to expand...
    Visit this because i feel nostalgic. Stay healthy and stay safe
     
    Hey, this sounds like a really cool game and a type that I've been hoping comes about for a while now. However whenever I try and open the blog I cannot as apparently its redirecting too many times. I'm unsure how to fix this, if you could provide any help that'd be great thanks!
     
    Ah I remember really liking this one when I tried it out a year or two ago. Im excited to try it again and get way further. There needs to be more Pokemon fangames that use modern style architexture at parts (Reborn scratches the itch very well tho)
     
    You must log in or register to reply here.
    Back
    Top