About the Game

Welcome to Moonlit Alchemy, a cozy potion shop RPG set in an enchanting moonlit glade. As the owner of a tiny potion shop nestled among glowing plants and whispering trees, you’ll gather rare ingredients, brew magical concoctions, and serve a delightful cast of customers, each with their own personalities, quirks, and requests. Whether you’re brewing potions under soft moonlight or helping a nervous adventurer find just the right elixir, the heart of Moonlit Alchemy lies in simple, satisfying gameplay and a warm, whimsical atmosphere.

Features

✨ Potion Brewing 🫧

Experiment with ingredients to craft potions that fizz, glow, and shimmer. Discover new recipes and master the art of moonlit alchemy.

👥 Unique Customers 💬

Meet a variety of charming (and occasionally eccentric) customers with their own stories, preferences, and potion needs. From the nervous adventurer prepping for their first quest to the owl-eyed scholar seeking a clarity draught, every visitor adds a touch of magic to your day.

🌳 Forest Exploration 🌷

Venture into the moonlit forest to gather ingredients. Time your trips carefully. Some rare plants only glow when the moon is high, while others hide beneath misty roots.

🛏️ Shop Management 💰

Open your shop when you please, set prices, and decide whether to chase profits or prioritize community goodwill. Watch your reputation grow with every satisfied customer.

☀️Dynamic Day/Night Cycle 🌙

The moon is your greatest ally. Track its phases to unlock special potion properties and rare ingredients available only during full moons.

Development Notes

Moonlit Alchemy is a solo development project, where I'm focusing on building my technical art, shaders, and cozy game design skills. All characters will be animated 2D pixel art within a 3D pixel art textured environment, creating a whimsical atmosphere. The game will feature:

• Bioluminescent shader for glowing flora that responds to player proximity.
• Custom lighting system with soft moonbeams and volumetric fog.
• Interactive potion brewing mechanics using dynamic material changes.

Follow the journey through devlogs, starting with a full recap of everything built so far! From technical challenges to cozy shader experiments, I’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes progress as Moonlit Alchemy continues to grow.

Recent progress includes a spline-based camera system for cinematic 2.5D movement, a custom day/night cycle, and a brewing mechanic that’s steadily coming to life—one potion at a time.

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Thank you for supporting this cozy little adventure. Happy brewing! 💖🌚