This is the first major update to the game and I have a lot in store for you!

To start off with, I’ve updated the enemy sprite to make them look less like a placeholder and more normal: They look a lot more like they exist in this world now!

I’ve also allowed you to shoot at them now. They can take two bullets at most to the face. I’ve also added an indicator to show them taking damage.

Sound effects were also added for shooting lasers and ships that you destroy. A high score tracker was also added which can be seen in the top right of the screen. It will track how many enemies you kill. Later on I want to add a currency which will be given to you based on your high score.

Now I can show an entire battle to show off what we have so far.

This next video will just show the respawn mechanic I added. So now when your health reaches zero, you die and respawn. Your high score gets reset back to zero as well.

That is all I have for you all today. Please check the main page or this devlog for the zip file to download this new version of Space Opera!

In my next update, I plan to add a menu, some more enemies and maybe even improve the ui and overall artstyle!

Thank you all for any support you give and make sure to comment any feedback (especially negative) in the comments section below.