Drunk Idea, Gritty Canal Boat Game Reality: A 3-Month Dev Journey
2025-06-25
While enjoying a Jura whisky, the author had a sudden idea: a gritty canal boat game. Early attempts with outdated software proved frustrating. He switched to the Godot engine, collaborating with a friend, and completed a prototype, "Canal Carnage," in 2 months and 22 days. Despite its 3-minute playtime and rough edges, the project taught valuable lessons about game development and engine usage. The story highlights perseverance and the challenges and rewards of indie game creation.
Game
Godot engine