{"id":1798,"date":"2026-07-14T20:40:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T20:40:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/?page_id=1798"},"modified":"2026-07-14T20:49:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T20:49:51","slug":"the-bonnie-cove-press-release","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/index.php\/the-bonnie-cove-press-release\/","title":{"rendered":"The Bonnie Cove \u2013 Press Release"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><em>A relaxing Scottish\u2011themed illustrative narrative idle\u2011clicker adventure story mixed with cosy elements.<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"920\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1805\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release.png 920w, https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release-300x98.png 300w, https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release-768x250.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NOTICE: <\/strong>This is the beginning of the journey for The Bonnie Cove so expect a lot of things to change in the press release and demo as I make more updates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Support the project with a donation on Ko-fi! <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align:center;\">\r\n  <script src=\"https:\/\/storage.ko-fi.com\/cdn\/widget\/Widget_2.js\"><\/script>\r\n  <script>\r\n    kofiwidget2.init('Support me', '#794bc4', 'silviulatuduspaxstudios');\r\n    kofiwidget2.draw();\r\n  <\/script>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"920\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release2.png 920w, https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release2-300x98.png 300w, https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release2-768x250.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About the game:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bonnie Cove offers a single\u2011player adventure with an illustrative narrative story told through elements of incremental idle\u2011clicker mini\u2011games and narrative storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gameplay modes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Single player<\/strong> cosy fishing\u2011adventure narrative\u2011driven story with clicker\u2011style mini\u2011games sprinkled along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Daytime Fishing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fish during the day to get your daily catch. Navigate your boat through the harbour to reach the ideal fishing spot. Once there, fish and use your equipment to place your line in the right location, avoiding obstacles or discovering hidden treasures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Evening in Town<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Later in the day, after work Sell your catch, repair and upgrade your boat. Wander around town, visit your favourite pub, and interact with different characters. Learn their stories, improve your relationships with the townsfolk, and discover what they like or need. Complete missions and find secret items lost at sea to earn rewards from the locals. Or simply enjoy your evening at your favourite pub, The Drymen Tankard, owned by Leann\u00e1n.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Your Home<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Home is where you make it. Your house is modest, just the way you like it &#8211; but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t spruce it up a little. Spend some of that hard\u2011earned cash to buy new furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"920\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release3-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release3-2.png 920w, https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release3-2-300x98.png 300w, https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release3-2-768x250.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><br>Choose a location on the map for fishing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navigate your boat using the incremental buttons to avoid rocks and guide it out of the harbour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fishing&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fill your baskets with different fish to sell at the market and to fulfil town orders. Complete orders to earn even more money. Use the fishing incremental to guide your fishing line for better results or simply let it fish automatically for random outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Spend your earnings&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spend your earnings on your house, help your village and community, or simply save your money for a darker day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Home improvements&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Improve your house to make it as cosy as you\u2019d like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Calming Music&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoy gentle, soothing melodies that set a cosy pace for your journey, keeping the game warm and relaxing throughout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Try the demo and give feedback on Itch io:<br><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ludus-pax-studio.itch.io\/thebonniecove\"><strong>https:\/\/ludus-pax-studio.itch.io\/thebonniecove<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About me and my studio Ludus Pax<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Bonnie<\/strong> <strong>Cove <\/strong>is my fourth commercial title, following Tiny Terra Spaces, Path to Serenity and Rise of the Village Hero.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Platforms PC<\/strong><br>Planned: Steam, Itch.io and Humble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Engine<br><\/strong>Unity (C#)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Are you press, content creator or publisher? Please contact me!<br><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1JDWHNnNBwXc4-91J9fvfRaNwau5DLw2x?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Press release The Bonnie Cove (WIP)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:silviusoare@luduspaxstudios.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Email<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"920\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1807\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release3.png 920w, https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release3-300x98.png 300w, https:\/\/luduspaxstudios.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Images-for-press-release3-768x250.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A relaxing Scottish\u2011themed illustrative narrative idle\u2011clicker adventure story mixed with cosy elements. 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