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boxedworks

Hey anyone!

Dev of Definitely Sneaky But Not Sneaky here.

I've done a few giveaways of the title in the past on this site, stumbled onto these discussion posts, and figured it would be a nice place to plaster its name. The game is a few years old and not very popular. Here is the Steam page:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/954010/Definitely_Sneaky_But_Not_Sneaky/

Not sure if it's OK to post my game here since it was released so long ago. But it is still actively developed, with feature updates coming out every few months or so. So feel free to give me feedback or ideas here.

The game is inspired by the Hotline Miami games. Here's how it differs:

Local Co-op - 1-4 players supported locally

Loadouts - Many weapons, items, and skills to choose from

Bullet-time - Neat slow-mo effects

The game has over 200 levels, a survival mode, and you can pick it up for around $5 (or less on sale). If you aren't interested in buying it, even a wishlist helps!

Thanks for reading

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thoughtfulhippo

I don't see why it should matter that it's not a new game. Looks pretty neat and is something I'd be interested in.

Would be great if you could get it Deck Verified, especially as it appears to run fine.

5 months ago
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boxedworks

I wish I could. The Steam Deck verification process is something Valve allows games if they are performing well enough, not sure how it works specifically. In other words, I'm unable to submit it to be verified

5 months ago
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Vasharal

Have you tested it?

5 months ago
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boxedworks

There's a review or two on Steam that says it works O.K. I don't have one to test on personally

5 months ago
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Vasharal

Oh right. I've got one. I'm more likely to test it once I get to play it. How long is the game?

5 months ago
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boxedworks

I'd say at least 2 hours to beat it, depending on how good you are at twin-stick shooters

5 months ago
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Vasharal

Oh that's not too bad. Thanks for letting me know. 😁

5 months ago
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DeliberateTaco

https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/steamdeck/compat#:~:text=Form%20Factor%20Requirements,-While%20Steam%20Deck&text=controller%20support%3A%20your%20game%20must,controller%20support%20or%20this%20configuration.

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thoughtfulhippo

That's a shame. It's not obvious there are any restrictions on the game, other than you might not have access via the '"Steam Deck Compatibility Review" link in the Technical Tools sections' as mentioned in the Valve doc.

5 months ago
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boxedworks

That's exactly it. On the other hand, a free game I made that I care far less about has the ability to be submitted which is kind of ironic

5 months ago
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icaio

free game I made ... ironic

you're a dev, gotta luv the Steam!

5 months ago
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Vasharal

The gameplay does looks great, but I find it hard on the eyes the visuals. It's very difficult to understand what's going on on the screen through the trailer.

If any changes would happen to the visuals to not feel and look so hard on the eyes, I'd consider playing this game and reviewing it.

I'm sorry if the criticize might seem a bit harsh. I think you're doing a great job and the game requires a bit of face lift on the visual level to maybe attract more people, like myself.

5 months ago
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boxedworks

Thanks for the feedback!

Don't worry, you aren't the first person to criticize its visuals :) unfortunately, that does not seem to be one of my strong suits

5 months ago
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Vasharal

I see. I understand that as a code developer, it's not easy to be an artist. I apologize for adding on top of the pile of criticism. I honestly wish to see your game succeed, so I'll wishlist it. I am not sure how much that helps, but if ever I get my hands on the game, I'd love to go beyond the aesthetics and give the game a shot.

5 months ago
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boxedworks

Thank you, every wishlist helps. I appreciate the sentiment!

5 months ago
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Vasharal

No worries. It won't just sit there. I'll share my feedback eventually. Maybe months, or years, but I'll get back to you.

5 months ago
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JMM72

I have the game and while I only tried it (still haven't played through), it's a blast. Easy to grasp, simple but engaging, fun for solo. I've not tried multiplayer but surely it's much more fun. I can recommend, specially at its current price this sale. I have to try it in Deck!

I wish Rocket Cave Adventure had more reviews, I'd also wishlist/get it if the ratings go anywhere near DSBNS.

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boxedworks

Thank you for the recommendation! Please make sure to leave a Steam review as those are a BIG help

I have a love/hate relationship with Rocket Cave Adventure, there's just too much to say about it

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icaio

bumpin dah h u g e

edit: never trust me. do check this dev by yourself: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2396830/Boxed_Tower_Actual_Tower_Defense/ -game is free-

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