Devlog #3
Handcrafted Worlds vs Procedural Convenience
Procedural generation solves many production problems. We chose not to rely on it.
Why Handcrafted Matters
A handcrafted world allows for intentional space. Every road, ruin, and settlement exists for a reason — authored rather than assembled.
Scale Is Not the Goal
Early prototypes with larger, less defined spaces felt hollow. Reducing scale increased density of meaning.
Environmental Storytelling
History is implied through architecture, layout, remnants of conflict — and absence as much as presence.
The Cost
Handcrafted worlds demand discipline: limits on scope, clear priorities, and the willingness to cut.