- MAX'S BIRTHDAY DLC, GameGrin Review - 2 May 2017
This was such a great write up on Max. an Autistic Journey's DLC that I wanted to share bits of it with everyone here. Link to the full review is at the bottom. Note, it does describe the DLC in detail so if you haven't played it yet, wait to read the full review after you've completed the Max's Birthday DLC to avoid any spoilers. // REVIEWS // 2ND MAY 2017 // BY ANNA DUNCAN "I reviewed Max, an Autistic Journey shortly after it released, and liked it so much that I put it forward for Game of the Year. It didn’t win, but I still think it should have. Also since release, developer Stéphane Cantin and his son Max (the hero of the game) have been working on some DLC - which I’m reviewing right here! In Max’s Birthday, you spend a day with Max as he excitedly wakes up eager to celebrate his birthday! When loading up the game you get a choice whether to play the original game or the DLC, so…
- MAX'S BIRTHDAY DLC, GameGrin Review - 2 May 2017
This was such a great write up on Max. an Autistic Journey's DLC that I wanted to share bits of it with everyone here. Link to the full review is at the bottom. Note, it does describe the DLC in detail so if you haven't played it yet, wait to read the full review after you've completed the Max's Birthday DLC to avoid any spoilers. // REVIEWS // 2ND MAY 2017 // BY ANNA DUNCAN "I reviewed Max, an Autistic Journey shortly after it released, and liked it so much that I put it forward for Game of the Year. It didn’t win, but I still think it should have. Also since release, developer Stéphane Cantin and his son Max (the hero of the game) have been working on some DLC - which I’m reviewing right here! In Max’s Birthday, you spend a day with Max as he excitedly wakes up eager to celebrate his birthday! When loading up the game you get a choice whether to play the original game or the DLC, so…
- MAX'S BIRTHDAY DLC, An Update - 2 April 2017
We fought the clock and the clock won. The Max, Autistic Journey - Max's Birthday DLC was planned to be launched in time to celebrate Autism Awareness Day, April 2nd. However, the "publish" button litterally vanished before our eyes when we went to launch it on Friday. You can get the stand-alone DLC on Itchio right now until the magical publish button reappears on Monday. Since Max, an Autistic Journey came out the developer has donated a portion of proceeds from game sales to the Miriam Foundation, a charitable organization that helps people with autism spectrum disorders and intellectual disabilities lead fulfilling lives. For Autism Awareness Day, Professional Imagination will donate all sales from April 2nd of Max’s Birthday to the Miriam Foundation. To learn more about the amazing work they do please check out their website at: miriamfoundation.ca. Now, since the Steam version won…
- MAX'S BIRTHDAY DLC, An Update - 2 April 2017
We fought the clock and the clock won. The Max, Autistic Journey - Max's Birthday DLC was planned to be launched in time to celebrate Autism Awareness Day, April 2nd. However, the "publish" button litterally vanished before our eyes when we went to launch it on Friday. You can get the stand-alone DLC on Itchio right now until the magical publish button reappears on Monday. Since Max, an Autistic Journey came out the developer has donated a portion of proceeds from game sales to the Miriam Foundation, a charitable organization that helps people with autism spectrum disorders and intellectual disabilities lead fulfilling lives. For Autism Awareness Day, Professional Imagination will donate all sales from April 2nd of Max’s Birthday to the Miriam Foundation. To learn more about the amazing work they do please check out their website at: miriamfoundation.ca. Now, since the Steam version won…
- UPDATE 1.3 - 29 January 2017
Greetings players new, old and soon to be. Just wanted to let everyone know that v1.3 has been uploaded. If you're not seeing the new version in your library please verify the integrity of your game cache. This update fixes some progression stopper issues a few players expereinced towards the second half of the game. If anyone continues to expereince any issues please be sure to let us know! Happy gaming!
- UPDATE 1.3 - 29 January 2017
Greetings players new, old and soon to be. Just wanted to let everyone know that v1.3 has been uploaded. If you're not seeing the new version in your library please verify the integrity of your game cache. This update fixes some progression stopper issues a few players expereinced towards the second half of the game. If anyone continues to expereince any issues please be sure to let us know! Happy gaming!
- UPDATE 1.2 - 23 November 2016
UPDATE 1.2 A major fix to the game engine's memory leak has been made so this new build should alleviate the remainder of lag issues. If you are still experiencing problems please let us know in the comments below. New memory leak fix that helps better manage memory usage Due to some confusion about the intent of the Mini-game Vaccination, new game dialog has been added so that it does not come off as an "anti-vaccer" statement.
- UPDATE 1.2 - 23 November 2016
UPDATE 1.2 A major fix to the game engine's memory leak has been made so this new build should alleviate the remainder of lag issues. If you are still experiencing problems please let us know in the comments below. New memory leak fix that helps better manage memory usage Due to some confusion about the intent of the Mini-game Vaccination, new game dialog has been added so that it does not come off as an "anti-vaccer" statement.
- MAX UPDATE v1.1 - 2 September 2016
UPDATE 1.1 (9/1/16) Thank you to everyone for your patience as we have been busy addressing a number of the issues you have been reporting; seeking out and squishing all the pesky bugs we could find. Below is a list detailing all that has been fixed/updated in this build. If you find that you are still experiencing issues with the game please let us know with detailed comments below. Optimized code to help prevent large memory spikes Balanced the HP of some of the lower/earlier enemies Optimized auto-heal after battle code Optimized top-left corner Picto picture management Changed Max and Adam dialog after Mathis battle Added new code to enable/disable jump ability on certain maps due to some issues it was causing (maps the require jumping, such as in the sewers, jumping is enabled) Updated graphics in a number of locations to help address memory issues reported Added an image preloader…
- MAX UPDATE v1.1 - 2 September 2016
UPDATE 1.1 (9/1/16) Thank you to everyone for your patience as we have been busy addressing a number of the issues you have been reporting; seeking out and squishing all the pesky bugs we could find. Below is a list detailing all that has been fixed/updated in this build. If you find that you are still experiencing issues with the game please let us know with detailed comments below. Optimized code to help prevent large memory spikes Balanced the HP of some of the lower/earlier enemies Optimized auto-heal after battle code Optimized top-left corner Picto picture management Changed Max and Adam dialog after Mathis battle Added new code to enable/disable jump ability on certain maps due to some issues it was causing (maps the require jumping, such as in the sewers, jumping is enabled) Updated graphics in a number of locations to help address memory issues reported Added an image preloader…
- MAX, AN AUTISTIC JOURNEY, AVAILABLE NOW! - 19 August 2016
Welcome everyone to Max, an Autistic Journey on Steam! We are extremely excited to be launching today for two reasons. For one, we're launching on Steam! That in of itself is a pretty exciting thing. Secondly, we worked towards releasing on today specifically as it is Max's birthday! So, if you feel so inclined please wish him a happy birthday in the comments! While we understand there is a wide spectrum of autism, this game focuses on Max, where he falls in that spectrum and how he experiences and deals with daily life. It is not intended to speak for all people diagnosed with an ASD. Given the very personal nature and theme of the game please be respectful in the discussion forums. However, if you have comments about the gameplay, feel free to speak your mind! Logical well-spoken criticism helps everyone develop and grow to make better games. We wish you all a great day! If you pick u…
- MAX, AN AUTISTIC JOURNEY, AVAILABLE NOW! - 19 August 2016
Welcome everyone to Max, an Autistic Journey on Steam! We are extremely excited to be launching today for two reasons. For one, we're launching on Steam! That in of itself is a pretty exciting thing. Secondly, we worked towards releasing on today specifically as it is Max's birthday! So, if you feel so inclined please wish him a happy birthday in the comments! While we understand there is a wide spectrum of autism, this game focuses on Max, where he falls in that spectrum and how he experiences and deals with daily life. It is not intended to speak for all people diagnosed with an ASD. Given the very personal nature and theme of the game please be respectful in the discussion forums. However, if you have comments about the gameplay, feel free to speak your mind! Logical well-spoken criticism helps everyone develop and grow to make better games. We wish you all a great day! If you pick u…
