Atlantic '41
A downloadable game
Atlantic '41 is an upcoming World War 2 U-boat simulation for the Playdate console. Take command of a German submarine during the early years of the conflict and hunt convoys in the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.
Make sure you know your boat inside and out, take good care of your crew, and try to survive the war as the Allies develop better weapons and detection systems against the U-boat peril.
Development log
- Building The Torpedo Data Computer, And What I Learned From The Battle of Helm's...17 days ago
- Under the Hood69 days ago
- Tactical Chart Deep DiveDec 08, 2023
- Building The Engagement Loop (Part three)Sep 29, 2023
- The Sound of SilenceAug 14, 2023
- Building the Engagement Loop (Part two)Jun 24, 2023
- Building the Engagement Loop (Part one)May 16, 2023
- Enemy at SeaApr 13, 2023
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Not everyone has a Playdate. Will this be ported to something like Pico-8/Löve/Liko-12?
I haven’t had any request for it so far so it’s unlikely.
You could download the Playdate SDK for free from their website and play it that way
Waiting🙌🏻
Seems like an amazing project! Will this be available through the catalog, or side-loading only? Either is fine, just curious were to look for it first in the future!
Thank you. Frankly I don’t know yet. I can imagine either, if the catalog will have me. Not sure about both co existing though. I’ll communicate about it when the time comes and see what the community wants.
Great, thanks!
This game looks amazing, the atmosphere, details, history, etc. Also if its not too much to ask I would like to know if this game has any plans in the future to come out in any other platforms say for example steam?
Thank you. It’s unknown at the moment. I’ve had numerous requests for a port on Steam. It’s something I’ll study after the Playdate release if the interest from the community is there. If I port it to computers however, it won’t be just a straight port. I would adapt it to take advantage of the more powerful platform but keeping the art direction in line.
ALARM!!!
FLUTEN!
Cant'wait for it. Great project.!
Great job, my man!
Super amazing 👏
Is this the final version?
When is it coming to the Catalog?
Thank you very much! The game is still early in development. I don’t know when it will be released yet.
Looks absolutely beautiful and very intriguing!
Thank you!
Any updates?
It’s coming in a few days. Christmas break didn’t help.
Stephan! We are waiting for xmas gift! Maybe small update on the site with article or something ? :-) <3
Yes! I apologize for the delay. Travel to France and other things delayed the update but it’s coming this week. I will go over the tactical chart almost fully implemented.
just wow! Love your design and writing. Keep going :)
Thank you!
Just want to say, I am enjoy reading your development log. Your log gives interesting insights into your creative process. I can’t help but reflect on my board and PC gaming experiences after reading these. Thanks.
Thank you! You’re right. In spite of being a Playdate game, Atlantic ‘41 will play like an early 90’s computer game, with strong influences from board games and tabletop wargames.
I just cant believe. This is exactly the game i was looking for so long for my play.date. For a big fan of submarines its just like a christmas! Please try to release it before end of the year! I will pay any money for this game!
Thank you! I have to be honest though. The game won’t release this year. That much is certain. It’s of a larger scope than say, Silent Service, which took around 18 months to develop by a team of several people working full time, and I make Atlantic ‘41 all by myself on my spare time. I don’t want to delay the game more than necessary but I also want to make every effort so that it doesn’t disappoint in the end.
Of course, you are absolutely right - take as much time as you need. If you will need any help with beta testing, just shout :) ps. Silent Service was made in 8 months :-P
I stand corrected. I many have read this about Silent Service 2, which was quite more complex. But still I think that you can measure the workload. When the game reaches beta I’ll most likely post a call for testers here so you’ll be welcome to try the game.
This is so cool.
Thank you.
Just got my playdate and this is what I the most excited about. Keep it up!!! I love the look and feels it gives me.
Thank you very much! And congratulations on getting the Playdate. I remember when I got mine. It was en event! I’ll do my best to make the game live up to your expectations :)
Can’t wait! Like no rush but any ETA?
Too early to give one I’m afraid. It would most likely be wrong.
Just wanted to say I've been enjoying reading all these devblog posts! I don't even have a Playdate but it's fun to read about.
Thank you for the kind support :)