- STEAM DECK Support - 23 October 2022
Added support for the STEAM Deck.
- Linux Build Updated - 10 August 2020
I've updated the Linux build to be inline with the newest Windows build. It is important to note that - depending on the version of Ubuntu you have - additional dependencies may need to be installed to permit you to play the game. The dependencies are: libcurl4 libopenal1 You should install these packages on your machine otherwise the games might not run. Try this in the terminal: sudo apt update sudo apt-get install libcurl4 sudo apt-get install libopenal1
- Sand: A Superfluous Game - 9 August 2020
Welcome to the sequel (and I must say much better game) to The Superfluous! An open world, base-building, adventure survival game with quirky humor and Llamas. Explore the wasteland of Alaska smashing skeletons in your supped up cab and trading veggies with the native rhino-people. Find out what the mysterious cube from space wants you to do for it. PLAY THE ALPHA VERSION I'd like to invite you to play this game and join the DISCORD server to become and active member of the development. As some of you know I am a solo indie dev, but I do read and respond to all of the messages (both on itch.io and our new discord server). Check out some of our members YouTube channels that have played VERY early versions: More here: itch.io Thanks for you time! Expect to see Sand: A Superfluous Game coming to STEAM early access very soon!
- The Future of 'The Superfluous' - 19 May 2019
As of about a year ago, I've decided that The Superfluous is a done game. It completes the purpose and fulfilled my vision for the game. Is it perfect? Not at all. Are there things I'd change? Probably. I'll do a full post mortem someday but now it is time to move on. The game will only receive updates if someone finds a bug or someone requests a good quality of life update. The world The Superfluous created though is far from over. I have at least 2 more games I'd like to build in the world 'after the asteroid'. Some of you might know that a year ago I started creating the sequel to The Superfluous, The Superfluous Sand, and posted at itch.io. https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F26570085%2F984d1ee5f22f7aff8532e6830dfb5859d6dfb368.png The Superfluous Sand As of right now the Alpha is fairly far along and is free. So check it out if you'd like. The story cont…
- Update - 19 May 2019
I double the gem/coin gain from all enemies and mining activities. Hopefully, this is something you wanted and will help lessen the grind. I also added two new buttons on the LEFT menu to disable VSYNC and enable alt timing. Most of you won't need to use these options but are included for those that have high Hz monitors.
- The Superfluous is Back - 9 February 2018
So I finally got back in to my house. Hooked up my computer and did a little development today. I pushed an update (for the PC only) that adds a way to kill yourself from the pause menu. That should have been in there a long time ago. Just an oversight on my part. Again thank all of you! I am working now on porting The Superfluous to XBOX ONE also on my next game (a sequel to The Superfluous but not the same genre of game) more about this in a future update.
- The Superfluous is Back - 9 February 2018
So I finally got back in to my house. Hooked up my computer and did a little development today. I pushed an update (for the PC only) that adds a way to kill yourself from the pause menu. That should have been in there a long time ago. Just an oversight on my part. Again thank all of you! I am working now on porting The Superfluous to XBOX ONE also on my next game (a sequel to The Superfluous but not the same genre of game) more about this in a future update.
- Harvey Hit The Superfluous - 2 September 2017
Some of you know I am a Houston dev. Well we did not escape the flooding and are in the process of tearing out sheet rock and work our butts off trying to get things cleaned up. My family is safe and dry. Hopefully my computers made it and I can get back to working soon. The code is stored on the cloud so I haven't lost anything in that regard. If you want to help post on social media and try to get someone to buy our game :) - Adam Truncale
- Harvey Hit The Superfluous - 2 September 2017
Some of you know I am a Houston dev. Well we did not escape the flooding and are in the process of tearing out sheet rock and work our butts off trying to get things cleaned up. My family is safe and dry. Hopefully my computers made it and I can get back to working soon. The code is stored on the cloud so I haven't lost anything in that regard. If you want to help post on social media and try to get someone to buy our game :) - Adam Truncale
- Made Things A Little Easier - 3 July 2017
I adjusted the damage the player takes by %50 on the first 2 levels and %75 on the next 2 levels. This will help with ease the newer players in a little and make them less frustrated. The Superfluous is a hard game (I made it that way) but can be overcome with patience.
- Made Things A Little Easier - 3 July 2017
I adjusted the damage the player takes by %50 on the first 2 levels and %75 on the next 2 levels. This will help with ease the newer players in a little and make them less frustrated. The Superfluous is a hard game (I made it that way) but can be overcome with patience.
- Mac Build - Reinstall? - 27 June 2017
I updated the Mac build to hopefully fix some errors some people are experiencing (IE ground disappearing). I've yet to replicate these errors on my machine so it is hard to debug. Thank you to everyone on the forum trying to help me nail down this annoying bug. YOU MIGHT NEED TO REINSTALL the game to get it to run properly. If it updates and you can run it great but if not do this. In your game list right-click 'The Superfluous' and select uninstall. Then reinstall. Play. The good thing about this is it should run with less lag on old Macs.
- Mac Build - Reinstall? - 27 June 2017
I updated the Mac build to hopefully fix some errors some people are experiencing (IE ground disappearing). I've yet to replicate these errors on my machine so it is hard to debug. Thank you to everyone on the forum trying to help me nail down this annoying bug. YOU MIGHT NEED TO REINSTALL the game to get it to run properly. If it updates and you can run it great but if not do this. In your game list right-click 'The Superfluous' and select uninstall. Then reinstall. Play. The good thing about this is it should run with less lag on old Macs.
- Added Quick Tutorial - 21 June 2017
Added a quick tutorial for those new to the game. I've noticed watching videos of people playing the don't know how to switch squad mates and use the secondary weapons. Hope this helps some.
- Added Quick Tutorial - 21 June 2017
Added a quick tutorial for those new to the game. I've noticed watching videos of people playing the don't know how to switch squad mates and use the secondary weapons. Hope this helps some.
- Learn more about The Superfluous - 19 June 2017
The Superfluous Website "The Superfluous" is cave-diving, sci-fi, rogue-lite, platformer with jet packs and lots of explosions. The game focuses on navigating an asteroid fighting enemies and collecting loot to level up your team of intrepid explorers. The Superfluous has a fun story and features a squad system that allows you to switch your squad members in and out when needed. Other Features - Couch co-op: bring a friend along and yell at them for getting your guys killed. - 4 player local arena mode: take said friend and kill them for fun (in the game of course). - Rogue Lite: when you die (which you will do) you won't lose all of your progress. - Story: a fun story about the end of the world, bureaucracy, the military, and sci-fi culture. - Controller Support Available on PC, Mac, and Linux (tested on Ubuntu 16.04)
- Learn more about The Superfluous - 19 June 2017
The Superfluous Website "The Superfluous" is cave-diving, sci-fi, rogue-lite, platformer with jet packs and lots of explosions. The game focuses on navigating an asteroid fighting enemies and collecting loot to level up your team of intrepid explorers. The Superfluous has a fun story and features a squad system that allows you to switch your squad members in and out when needed. Other Features - Couch co-op: bring a friend along and yell at them for getting your guys killed. - 4 player local arena mode: take said friend and kill them for fun (in the game of course). - Rogue Lite: when you die (which you will do) you won't lose all of your progress. - Story: a fun story about the end of the world, bureaucracy, the military, and sci-fi culture. - Controller Support Available on PC, Mac, and Linux (tested on Ubuntu 16.04)
- Linux version released - 17 June 2017
The Linux version is live. It has been tested with Ubuntu 16.04, but it should be compatible with any version 12 and above (that is what Steam currently supports). If you have a Linux box check it out and let me know if it works. DEV NOTE: I spent about 4 hours last night working on uploading the Linux version. It took me that long because I don't really know anything about Linux and I made some stupid mistakes. I pulled out an old laptop and installed Ubuntu 16.04. It seems to work well. I'll do some more testing of course but I the mean time I'll release it to ya'll for more testing.
- Linux version released - 17 June 2017
The Linux version is live. It has been tested with Ubuntu 16.04, but it should be compatible with any version 12 and above (that is what Steam currently supports). If you have a Linux box check it out and let me know if it works. DEV NOTE: I spent about 4 hours last night working on uploading the Linux version. It took me that long because I don't really know anything about Linux and I made some stupid mistakes. I pulled out an old laptop and installed Ubuntu 16.04. It seems to work well. I'll do some more testing of course but I the mean time I'll release it to ya'll for more testing.
- Now with 4 Player Arena Mode - 19 May 2017
We've released the next version of The Superfluous with a new arena mode. This is still in beta but I hope you enjoy what there is. - Adam Truncale
