Bonds of Terra Combat Demo

What is this?

Welcome to the Combat Demo release of Bonds of Terra!  This demo is a prototype of the combat system we have envisioned for Bonds of Terra and represents about 30% of the gameplay loop.  Everything you see here is subject to change per your feedback.  A survey form will pop up at the end of your playthrough and we would appreciate you taking a few moments to fill it out, your feedback will be used to make the game better!

What's New?

In this version, we've removed Cinder as the main character and instead replaced him with a customizable human with different armor pieces.  Each armor piece gives him a different spell or passive, allowing for deep customization of loadouts in the future.  For now, you are given 5 premade armor sets, one for each element, each with their own different playstyle.

I've also added in a new Endless mode to the game where you keep playing against progressively harder enemies until you drop!  In that mode, you'll be given optional upgrades every 4th fight, allowing you to change up your spells and abilities a bit.  See how far you can get!

Lastly, there's a new scoring system added for this demo so you can compete against friends.  Check your high scores for each dungeon in the main menu.  Post your highest scores!

How do I play?

Bonds of Terra is played by linking (bonding) multiple orbs together.  By bonding same colored orbs together you'll deal direct damage to the enemy, but by bonding specific color patterns together you'll cast spells which can benefit you in many ways.  Your spells are located in the bottom left corner of the screen, simply bond the required colors together to cast the different spells.  Some spells are "Stored" meaning after you match the colors for them they are held in your spell slots.  While stored you can cast them on your turn whenever you wish.

What's the goal?

Beat up the bad guys!  There are currently 6 enemies to beat, one after another.  Once you beat them, the game will unlock a HARD mode this mode features the same enemies, but with harder mechanics and tougher stats.  It's not for the faint of heart.

Can I show this demo off?

We request that you do not share the link to this demo, however, you are more than welcome to create and post screenshots and/or video footage.  We only request that anything posted on twitter has the hashtag #bondsofterra, and that you preface somewhere that THIS IS A PRE-ALPHA!

I want to say things to the developers!

Email: Highsight@Highsight.tv
Discord: https://discord.gg/aNAcTQ
Twitter: @Highsight
Don't forget to hit up the project discussion boards as well!

Credits

Programming and Game Design: @Highsight
Art and Character Design: @Yokcos

Sound and Music Design: @JoshuaMorse
Original Character and Setting Design: @Neareida