In Brief
- Alpha Test Announcement: Oh Baby Games has launched an application process for the alpha test of their new game, Pet Raiders, exclusively available to members of their Discord community.
- Gameplay Focus: The alpha will center on pet mechanics in combat, testing their behavior, abilities, and integration with player strategies without including major systems like crafting or story elements.
- Community Engagement: Participants are required to provide detailed feedback and bug reports through dedicated Discord channels and are restricted from sharing any test content publicly.
Alpha Test Commences for Pet Raiders
Oh Baby Games has officially initiated the alpha test sign-up for their latest game development, Pet Raiders. This early test phase aims to garner actionable insights from players that will influence the game’s development trajectory.
Application and Tester Criteria
Interested players can now submit an application form to join the alpha testing phase potentially. Entry is exclusive to active participants of the Oh Baby Games Discord community. Select testers will be integral in offering detailed feedback and reporting bugs or gameplay issues within designated Discord channels. Importantly, sharing any visuals or gameplay videos publicly is prohibited.
Inside the Alpha Experience
According to Oh Baby Games’ founder, Pastuer Tan, the alpha test will prioritize pet dynamics within the game. Players will assess how pets manage during combat, their transitional mechanics in battles, and the influence of their skills and statistics on overall gameplay. This phase deliberately excludes broader game elements like crafting, loot, and diverse character roles to concentrate on refining pet interaction mechanics.
Pets in the game are not merely companions but extensions of the player’s in-game persona, each equipped with distinct moves, ultimate abilities, and passive effects that enhance both the pet and player’s capabilities. The test also introduces a “4th move” system, encouraging players to explore different pet combinations to unlock unique abilities, enriching strategic gameplay through experimentation.
Exclusions from the Alpha Build
The studio has made it clear that this version of the game is in its nascent stages, with several key features yet to be implemented. The current test phase is confined to fundamental pet mechanics and omits advanced elements like weapon crafting, hero special abilities, item looting, and the overarching story narrative. Testers have access to only one playable character to maintain the focus on immediate interaction feedback.
How to Join the Test
Participants wishing to be part of this early testing phase should fill out the application form available through Oh Baby Games. The form requires applicants to provide their username, Discord details, and an understanding of expectations during the alpha phase.
Oh Baby Games’ Expanding Portfolio
Pet Raiders adds to the suite of games developed by Oh Baby Games, which has produced several player-focused titles integrating social play elements. The studio initially focused on developing operational games prior to integrating blockchain technologies. Their first NFT venture, the Oh Baby Pass, was introduced in October and interacts dynamically with in-game activities, accruing value through player engagement in any Oh Baby game.
Background on Oh Baby Games
Founded by Pastuer Tan, Oh Baby Games raised $6 million in seed capital in 2023 to develop a portfolio prioritizing engaging gameplay over speculative digital assets. Their catalog includes diverse games such as the multiplayer kart racer, Oh Baby Kart, the rogue-like card battler Shogun Curse, the quick-play platform fighter Bam Bam Boom, and the deck-building roguelike Pawker. Enhanced cross-game progression and rewards are facilitated through the Oh Baby Pass for an integrated gaming experience.
