Balazar embarks on an adventure in the foul Rancid Skull Dungeon.
Balazar III comes in two versions that are network-compatible. The 3D version, which is intended for computer gamers, is visually stunning, as it is powered by the sophisticated cellshading algorithms of the Soya 3D engine. However, due to the large number of dependencies required, it is more challenging to install, and it necessitates a 3D accelerator equipped with the corresponding drivers (possibly proprietary ones). The 2D version, which is currently available in 640x480 and 800x480 resolutions, is tailored primarily for hand-held devices (Sharp Zaurus, Nokia N810, Openmoko Freerunner, Asus EEE PC, and similar devices), but it can also be used on computers. This version has been highly optimized to ensure that it runs seamlessly on a Zaurus C1000 with a 416 MHz ARM processor that lacks graphics accelerators.
Balazar III is a free software program that is written in Python and is available under the GPL v3 license. The designers have utilized free software tools such as Blender and Gimp to create the graphics. The Nekeme Prod French association was responsible for creating Balazar II. They are eager to obtain support from the community for porting and packaging the game on various platforms, translating the game into other languages, testing the game (especially the network mode), and disseminating information about the game. The website and the game itself may also benefit from further development and improvement.
The game's current version (0.1) functions flawlessly but includes only one playable character, one monster, and a limited number of items, powers, and rooms. Nevertheless, it is still enjoyable, and you can get a good sense of the game. The game's network mode is quite sophisticated, robust, and supports a large number of simultaneous players. The amount of data exchanged between players is kept to a minimum (approximately 300 bytes per second on average). In the future, the developers plan to evolve the game more towards a massive multiplayer mode. This game is a must-try, and we highly recommend it to gamers everywhere!
Version 0.1: N/A