Hey everyone! Welcome back to our Week 8 devlog for Soup Showdown! With the finish line slowly coming into view, we’ve been focusing on refining gameplay, visuals, and systems to bring the whole experience together. Let’s take a look at what each team has been cooking up:

Art

The art team has been pushing hard to bring more life and polish into the game:  

• Designed the lobby environment, setting the stage for players before the match begins  
• Added cast shadows to the level to boost visual depth  
• Created bubbling VFX for the pot and star VFX to enhance feedback and flair  
• Continued refining the logo with new iterations  
• Added a timer UI to keep matches structured and intense  
• Resolved a pesky material slot bug  

We’ve also started using Mixamo to streamline animation implementation and are currently reskinning some animations to better fit our unique characters and style.

Programming

It’s been a big week on the gameplay side! The programmers have:  

• Implemented the full soup delivery mechanic and begun squashing related bugs  
• Added a chaotic wind mechanic to shake things up during gameplay  
• Introduced a system where utensils can get dirty, adding a new layer of challenge and strategy  
• Continued working on slidey movement to make the kitchen feel slick and dynamic  
• Integrated a new game mode and are testing for balance and fun  
• Ensured that power-ups are being implemented correctly  
• Worked on making sure the lobby and team assignment systems** are smooth and reliable  

Sound

Our sound designer has been making big progress:  

All SFX have been created and most are already implemented in-game  

• With effects nearly complete, the next major focus is the music, which will help round out the game’s personality and tone  

That wraps up another packed week! We're excited about the progress and even more excited about what’s coming next. As we move into polish and testing, Soup Showdown is starting to feel like a complete, chaotic, and delightful soup-filled experience.  

Thanks for reading, and we’ll catch you in the next devlog! 🍅🧂💨