May 14, 2025

Behind the scenes: Character animation showcase

Hi everyone!

Today we're sharing a new development video showcasing our character animation system.

This short demonstration highlights the movement mechanics we've been working on for the main character.

In this video, you can see the rolling animations we've implemented to give players tactical movement options during gameplay. We've focused on making these movements feel responsive while maintaining a sense of weight appropriate for our dark fantasy setting.

The showcase also demonstrates:

  • How the character handles the arch

  • Smooth transitions between different movement states

This work ties directly to our ongoing development of the 119 weapon animations mentioned in previous updates. While still in refinement, these animations represent an important step in creating the fluid combat experience we're aiming for.

We value your feedback on what you see here.

Is the rolling movement what you expected? Do the animations convey appropriate weight? Your thoughts in the Founders Discord channel help us prioritize further refinements.

Thank you for your continued support that makes this development possible.

-Iron Leaf Team

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