The new Luminids playtest build is live 🌱
Another build is out in the wild.
There’s been a lot of work going into polish, fixes, world feel and all the little details that make Luminids feel more alive.
It’s still a playtest, so expect rough edges. That’s exactly why I want you in there.
Explore. Build. Meet some tiny weirdos. Get lost. Break things.
And most importantly, tell me what feels good, what doesn’t, and what you want more of.
Every bit of feedback helps me get closer to the game I’ve had in my head all this time.
Thanks again to everyone testing and following the journey. 💚
Much love from Nick! See you in the world.
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