November & December Recap – A Year of Progress for Valmora

Hi folks, Alex here!

As we approach the end of the year and the festive season kicks in, I wanted to take a moment and look back at everything we've accomplished together over the past two months. It's been a wild ride, and I'm genuinely grateful for the support you've shown.

Here's what we've built since November 1st:

We started the month with the Skill System (Dev-log #11), laying down the foundation for character progression. This was crucial – it meant our characters could actually grow and develop as players explored Valmora.

Then came the Horse System (Dev-log #15) – one of my personal favorites. This wasn't just about adding a mount for aesthetics; it completely changes how you traverse the world. The freedom of movement it brings is something we're really proud of.

We pushed hard on Combat improvements (Dev-log #16). The 3rd Person Focus and Combat Targeting system received a major overhaul, making fights feel more responsive and intentional. Testing showed real improvements in how players interact with enemies.

Character customization was a massive milestone. With the Character Creator (Dev-log #14) now fully functional, players can finally make the character they want before jumping into Valmora. And yes, we made sure female player options were there from day one.

We expanded our environments too. The Cave system (Dev-log #13) added verticality and exploration variety, and our progress on landscape work (Dev-log #12) kept pushing the visual bar higher.

Most recently, we revamped our Goblin designs (Dev-log #17). We weren't happy with the previous models, so we went back to the drawing board and created something we can actually be proud of.

On top of all this, we launched the First Month Reward for our Noble tier – an exclusive NPC storyline that only our most dedicated supporters can experience.

Why am I telling you all this?

Because this progress only happens because of you. Every bit of feedback, every test run, every encouragement in the comments – it all matters. You're not just supporting a game; you're building it with us.

The holidays are here, and I hope you take time to relax and recharge. Valmora will be here waiting for you when 2026 rolls around, and trust me – we've got big plans.

Want to jump in and test the latest build? Founders have ongoing access to our pre-alpha. If you want to make an even bigger impact, check out our limited Noble of Valmora tier (12 slots, closing at demo launch). December is your last month to grab the exclusive rewards we've been showcasing.

Become a Supporter
Read about the Noble of Valmora tier
Join our Discord community
Check out our development roadmap

Happy holidays, and thanks for being part of this journey. See you in the new year!