Author: Kevin Wells

Version 1.3 released!

Hubert’s Island Adventure: Mouse o’ War version 1.3 is now live!

This may well be the coolest update yet. There are tons of little tweaks and fixes as always, of course. But beyond that, this version adds cooperative multiplayer to both Adventure and Survival mode! There is also a new character, Penny, who is really fast and tough to control, but capable of impressive feats if you can master her.

Use those buttons at the top of this page to grab the demo, or purchase a copy for $9.99 right now!

Already own the game? Head over to the Updates page to learn how to update your game.

For this one, a clean install is required. That is always the best way to go, anyway.

On a sadder note, the Kickstarter failed. However, we determined to press on and do the update anyway. This version does not have everything we wanted to add (notably missing for now is saving in Multiplayer Adventure mode). Version 1.3 is the result of what we have added.

And looking to the future, we have put the game on Steam Greenlight, in the hopes of getting Hubert onto Steam one day. Check it out! If you like the game and/or want to see it on Steam, please rate it on Greenlight!

Here is the full changelog for 1.3:

– Minor level tweaks.
– Non-mouse window navigation now skips the X button on all windows,
– Non-mouse window nav now defaults to button 1 instead of “no button selected.”
– Some windows have more convenient default buttons.
– Switched End Game and Quit button positions.
– Some code cleanup.
– Will no longer crash if in Windows, saving in My Documents, and the “My Games” folder doesn’t already exist.
– Increased the volume of the swimming sound effect.
– Swimming gear works again… ahem.
– Climbing players/NPCs cannot push other players/NPCs, and vice versa.
– The camera will now always keep up with the player, regardless of how fast they are falling.
– Made the loading screens slightly prettier.
– Changed the normal main menu background.
– Improved the checkbox graphics.
– Added a Survival success sound effect.
– All characters’ slide sound will now play properly.
– Gave Sketch a better slide sound.
– Levels will now take up a bit less RAM when loaded up.
– Removed Adventure maps from Survival mode, at least for now.
– Added a new character: Penny!
– Added multiplayer capabilities to the game engine.
– Added two new game modes: Multiplayer Adventure and Multiplayer Survival.

Hubert’s Island Adventure: Co-Op Edition Kickstarter

Hello folks! We’ve just launched the Hubert’s Island Adventure: Mouse o’ War: Co-Op Edition Kickstarter project! Our goal is to raise enough funds ($5,000) to be able to add cooperative multiplayer to Hubert’s Island Adventure.

There are tons of excellent rewards, and an absolutely compelling video. Go check it out!

We will be continuing to update the Kickstarter page throughout the coming weeks, so stay tuned!

And of course, please support us if you are interested in the project!

If you don’t know what Kickstarter is, or want to know more about it, check out their handy FAQ page here!

Version 1.2 released!

Hubert’s Island Adventure: Mouse o’ War version 1.2 is now live!

This one is pretty huge. Character switching is significantly improved. Tons of secret areas have been added, with a few more riddle signs leading to treasure troves, and even a sort of pirate scavenger hunt. Some Independence day content was added (new main menu music, etc.) and there were several little fixes and tweaks. Finally, there are now multiple game modes. The game up to this point is now known as Adventure mode, and a Survival mode has been added. There are currently 4 maps for it, and you try to survive as long as you can against increasing hordes of enemies.

There is also a newly revamped demo. Many more levels are accessible in Adventure mode, as well as 3 of the 4 Survival maps.

I’ve added a Updates page for Hubert’s Island, which details the current version, and includes instructions for updating based on where you bought the game.

Use those buttons at the top of this page to grab the demo, or purchase a copy for $9.99 right now!

For this one, I would recommend doing a clean install. That is always the best way to go.

Here is the full changelog for 1.2:

– Some minor level tweaks.
– The Up key (which already read signs) now flips switches as well.
– The Use key has been changed to the Change Character key. As the name implies, it changes your character.
– Character changing has been removed from the Options window.
– In addition to respawning, passing through a spawn box or checkpoint flag now changes you to the selected character.
– The demo has been completely revamped. Less annoying/more useful info on the game, and more of the game is accessible.
– In-level lighting no longer reveals secret areas.
– Made some interesting modifications to some levels…
– Added Captain Yellowbeard’s treasure hoard.
– Added Captain Bluebeard’s treasure hoard.
– Added lots more FUN!
– Tweaked some NPCs.
– Miscellaneous code cleanup.
– Added Survival game mode. On that note, there are now multiple game modes.
– There are currently 3 regular Survival maps, plus one Adventure Survival map.
– Wings from J-Balloon flash when it is about to run out.
– Added Independence Day things.
– Software cursor no longer displays when all windows are closed.

Version 1.1 released!

The first update for Hubert’s Island Adventure: Mouse o’ War has been released!

Aside from some boring under-the-hood stuff, this adds a few cool things. First, the game now defaults to saving all user data (save games, settings, etc.) in a nice user-editable place (My Documents), instead of in the game’s install folder. You can still tell it to save there though, if you want (it’s what I prefer).
I’ve also added a large number of secrets to the game. There are now many more hidden nooks and crannies with bits of treasure stocked within. There are some larger secrets, too, like new secret exits, some riddles leading to secret treasure hordes, and more! Can you find everything?

Use those buttons at the top of this page to grab the demo, or purchase a copy for $9.99 right now!

You should be able to simply install the new version over the old version if you are updating.
However, for maximum chance of things not exploding, just do a clean install. That is always the best way to go.

Here is the full changelog for 1.1:

– Fixed a static linking problem. Well, a potential problem, anyway.
– Updated libraries.
– Tweaked starting options.
– Added save_location.cfg. Defaults to a user-editable area. See readme.txt for more information.
– Harmless sea life is no longer multiplied on higher difficulties.
– Added tons of FUN!

The #BecauseWeMay sale has ended

Alas, friends, all good things must come to an end. The #BecauseWeMay sale has ended.

However, don’t lose heart, for there is some good news! All of Cheese and Bacon Games’ er, games, are still available!

Buy Hubert’s Island Adventure: Mouse o’ War for $9.99!
Or if you’d prefer, buy it through Indievania!

Go grab Bit Beast for a still-trifling $1.99!

Check out the WorldGen live wallpaper for Android! Only $0.99!

Stay frosty, folks!