Dan Fornace

Dan Fornace, the creative mind behind Rivals of Aether and its sequel, shares insights on developing captivating platform-fighting games. He discusses how he blends competitive mechanics with accessibility, citing wave-dashing as a key feature. The evolution from GameMaker to Unreal Engine 5 showcases the game's technical growth, while balancing character viability in competitive play remains a priority. Fornace also highlights the community's role, including crossovers with other gaming scenes, and the importance of robust internal tools for development.