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== What is Beasts of Bermuda? ==
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<center><div style="font-size:120%;width:400px;background-color:#72928f;border-radius:0px 0px 10px 10px;text-align:center;color:white;padding:10px;">A fan-run Wiki for the dinosaur survival game, Beasts of Bermuda!We are currently under maintanence as we work to update this site once more. Feel free to join the Wiki's [https://discord.gg/DWEuH78Zda Discord Server] for more information or to help us.</div></center>
  
Beasts of Bermuda is a multiplayer game hosting large servers in which the player becomes a dinosaur or other prehistoric creature.  The player becomes part of a living, player-created ecosystem.  The ultimate objective is to survive on one of the islands within Bermuda, an enigmatic island chain constantly threatened by fierce storms and haunted by ancient beasts.  [[Food|Hunger]], [[Thirst|thirst]], [[Comfort|stress]], and predation constantly threaten your survival.
 
  
== What is the Objective of Beasts of Bermuda? ==
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Currently our game only has one mode of play, Free Roam.  In this mode, the player can select any creature to play as without cost or punishment for death.  In this mode, the objective is what you  make of it.  There are many different objectives players frequently take on, be it achieving a high score, taking down others in combat, exploring the map, or herding up and socializing.  This mode offers a relaxed atmosphere in which the player can do as they wish.  We've been discussing additional game modes due to interest and feedback among our community ,and we have a few ideas we would like to implement.
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* Life-cycle based leveling in which the player starts as a juvenile of any species they wish and continues to grow, becoming more powerful over time in a multiplayer environment.  This mode would likely be coupled with a talent or skillpoint-based system, in which the player becomes more powerful in ways they can choose.
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* Merit-based system in which the player earns the right to play increasingly powerful creatures by earning [[Survival Points|survival points]][[Food|Well-fed]], [[Thirst|hydrated]], and [[Comfort|comfortable]] creatures gain survival points much more rapidly in such a system.
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[[File:NEW_PLAYABLE_CREATURE_Palaeophis_B_png.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Palaeophis|600px|Palaeophis]]
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<br> <big>Ongoing NOW in-game: <br>
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<br> [[Limited Time Event]] <br>
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[[File:FallEvent_MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Limited_Time_Event|500px|Limited Time Event]]
  
* Combat-based system in which a player must successfully hunt and kill other players in order to gain the right to play larger and more powerful creatures.  Here, risk vs reward will very much be a factor as the larger the foe you down, the more reward you will gain.
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Regardless of the selected mode of play, many different challenges are always present on the islands of Bermuda that threaten survival.  One must find [[Food|food]] in order to survive.  Different animals the player can choose from have different means of obtaining food.  Some are [[Carnivorous Creatures|carnivores]], needing to hunt and eat other players to survive.  Other creatures are [[Herbivorous Creatures|herbivores]], and thus have a more peaceful means of eating.  [[Piscivorous Creatures|Piscivores]] are a mix, being capable of eating other players, or eating [[Fish|fish]] for survival.
 
  
[[Thirst]] is another element of survival in Beasts of Bermuda.  A need as simple as visiting [[Freshwater Lakes|lakes]] can become very difficult under certain conditions.  Lakes can be drunk dry.  Due to depleting water sources and competition, the hunt for water may not be easy during certain times.  While not currently in-game, droughts are planned.
 
  
[[Weather|Storms]] are a major threat to survival.  These events are much more than just graphics, as rain, wind, lightning, and surging seas can turn an island paradise into chaos.
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== Where is Beasts of Bermuda in its development? ==
 
  
Beasts of Bermuda began development on January 16th, 2017. Currently, the game offers a fully functional game world with many combat mechanics and map-based survival elements already in place. Make no mistake, our game is still pre-release and is still very much under development. Future development will likely focus on expanding our playable creature roster, improving the quality of our graphics, models, and general assets, and then implementing additional game modes beyond Free Roam.
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[[File:Acrocanthosaurus_MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Acrocanthosaurus|300px|Acrocanthosaurus]]<br>
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[[File:Ichthyovenator MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Ichthyovenator|300px|Ichthyovenator]]<br>
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[[File:Kaprosuchus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Kaprosuchus|300px|Kaprosuchus]]<br>
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[[File:Wiehenvenator MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Wiehenvator|300px|Wiehenvenator]]<br>
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[[File:Megaraptor MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Megaraptor|300px|Megaraptor]]<br>
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[[File:Tyrannosaurus Rex MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Tyrannosaurus_rex|300px|Tyrannosaurus rex]]<br>
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[[File:Utahraptor MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Utahraptor|300px|Utahraptor]]<br>
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[[File:Velociraptor MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Velociraptor|300px|Velociraptor]]<br>
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[[File:Zupaysaurus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Zupaysaurus|300px|Zupaysaurus]]<br>
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[[File:Apatosaurus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Apatosaurus|300px|Apatosaurus]]<br>
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[[File:Lurdusaurus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Lurdusaurus|300px|Lurdusaurus]]<br>
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[[File:Oryctodromeus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Oryctodromeus|300px|Oryctodromeus]]<br>
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[[File:Parasaurolophus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Parasaurolophus|300px|Parasaurolophus]]<br>
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[[File:Pachycephalosaurus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Pachycephalosaurus|300px|Pachycephalosaurus]]<br>
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[[File:Coahuilaceratops MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Coahuilaceratops|300px|Coahuilaceratops]]<br>
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[[File:Saichania MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Saichania|300px|Saichania]]<br></div>
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[[File:Archelon MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Archelon|300px|Archelon]]<br>
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[[File:Elasmosaurus_MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Elasmosaurus|300px|Elasmosaurus]]<br>
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[[File:Kronosaurus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Kronosaurus|300px|Kronosaurus]]<br>
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[[File:Mosasaurus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Mosasaurus|300px|Mosasaurus]]<br>
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[[File:Palaeophis MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Palaeophis|300px|Palaeophis]]<br></div>
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[[File:Pteranodon MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Pteranodon|300px|Pteranodon]]<br>
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[[File:Tropeognathus MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Tropeognathus|300px|Tropeognathus]]<br>
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[[File:Tapejara MAINPAGE.png|link=https://wiki.beastsofbermuda.com/Tapejara|300px|Tapejara]]<br></div><br><br>
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[[Arganodus]] | [[Auroraceratops]] | [[Frog]] | [[Horseshoe Crab]] | [[Malawania]]
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== What creatures are planned to be playable? ==
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Currently, one can play as the following creatures in Beasts of Bermuda:
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* [[Acrocanthosaurus]]
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* [[Apatosaurus]]
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* [[Ichthyovenator]]
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* [[Megalosaurus]]
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* [[Mosasaurus]]
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* [[Pachycephalosaurus]]
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* [[Parasaurolophus]]
 
* [[Pteranodon]]
 
* [[Utahraptor]]
 
* [[Velociraptor]]
 
  
It is likely the following creatures will be playable due to our interest in expanding the niches available to players in Beasts of Bermuda. Many of these animals are selected due to their unique niches or ability to utilize certain gameplay mechanics. Many are [[Piscivorous Creatures|piscivores]], [[Aquatic Creatures|aquatics]], [[Flying Creatures|flying creatures]], or [[Semiaquatic Creatures|semiaquatic]] animals.
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* Deinosuchus, Sarcosuchus, or another large Crocodilian
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* Thalassodromaeous, or another large, crested Pterosaur
 
* Austroraptor, or another piscivorous Dromaeosaurid
 
* A member of Ichthyosauria
 
* Lurdusaurus, or another semiaquatic Hadrosaur
 
 
 
== What is unique about Beasts of Bermuda? ==
 
 
 
Beasts of Bermuda offers the experience of playing in unique niches as aquatic, flight-based, or terrestrial creatures.  Piscivores offer a different lifestyle to traditional carnivores, the creatures of which are often very adept at [[Swimming|swimming]], even if also quite capable on land.
 
 
 
It also offers unique map elements.  Whether you're exploring a cave while taking shelter from a [[Weather|storm]], watching the [[Tidal System|tide]] drop to safely cross to a new island, or migrating to avoid a [[Forest Fires|forest fire]] or depleted [[Freshwater Lakes|watering hole]], the map is always changing and the world is alive.
 
 
 
The playable creatures in Beasts of Bermuda all have unique [[Abilities|abilities]] that differentiate them from others.  Some can [[Grabbing|grab]], others can [[Pouncing|pounce]] and latch.  Some can sense a weak opponent or warn a herd of a lurking predator, and others can climb to escape danger.  Every animal is different in Beasts of Bermuda, very much so, and a lot of effort has been put in to ensure every creature added fulfills a unique niche.
 
 
 
A unique resource in the form of [[Comfort|comfort]] offers a totally new way to design mechanics and shape gameplay.  Carnivores in close proximity to herbivores will stress each other out, resulting in various gameplay disadvantages or even death should the stress become extreme.  Carnivores are only comforted by their own kind, becoming stressed in the prolonged presence of different species.  Map elements, in particular storms and massive storm surges, will also cause stress.  Maintaining a low level of stress (we call it comfort) is a major aspect of survival in Beasts of Bermuda.
 
 
 
== Why does Beasts of Bermuda need a Kickstarter? ==
 
 
 
Beasts of Bermuda needs funds to commission and contract professionals for services related to modeling, animating, sound creation, skin design, level design, and just overall improvements.  Up to this point, the game has been created by Predatoria and Vipe, two indie developers focused on the coding behind the game, with freelance contribution from several [[Contributors|contributors]].  Most of our current models are from asset stores and we want to replace them as our first Kickstarter goal with professional models.  To bring our game to the next level of quality, we need to network with professionals in all departments of game design rather than just indefinitely coding more mechanics into the game, which requires funding neither of us can afford to do.
 
 
 
== Will Beasts of Bermuda have singleplayer support, or will it strictly be a multiplayer game? ==
 
 
 
Beasts of Bermuda is being created as a multiplayer game.  If a player wishes to do so, they can host a server and play alone, but multiplayer play is strongly encouraged.
 
 
 
== What platforms will Beasts of Bermuda be available on? ==
 
 
 
Currently, Beasts of Bermuda only has Windows support as adding support for other operating systems is low on our priority list.  In the future, MAC and Linux support will be added as well.  Steam will be our method of distribution.  Beasts of Bermuda is a PC game and will not function on consoles.
 
 
 
== When will Beasts of Bermuda be released? ==
 
 
 
Beasts of Bermuda will enter Steam Early Access when it is ready to do so.  We cannot give an ETA on when Beasts of Bermuda will be released yet.
 
 
 
== Will there be Steam achievements? ==
 
 
 
Yes!  I absolutely plan for achievements to be part of the game!
 
 
 
== How much will Beasts of Bermuda Cost? ==
 
 
 
Beasts of Bermuda will very likely cost $20.00 and will be purchased on Steam.
 
 
 
== How can I keep up with Beasts of Bermuda's development? ==
 
 
 
The best way to keep up with development is to join our Discord, as sometimes I get lazy and don't update the website regularly.  Currently, most activity takes place here including links to our most recent test builds and patch notes.
 
 
 
== Can I play Beasts of Bermuda? ==
 
 
 
Beasts of Bermuda was open for testing for all earlier in its development.  As of recently, we have had secure our development builds from the public.  The game was becoming too popular before its release and it was concerning us that it would spread rampantly prior to it being in a state we were comfortable with showing.  Players who either donate a certain amount to the Kickstarter or are very helpful in the community will be able to play Beasts of Bermuda in its current state and become part of our group of dedicated testers.  When the game is released onto Steam, it will be playable by all.  To join our discord, follow the link here:
 
 
 
https://discord.gg/PQ5fPNn
 

Latest revision as of 21:10, 21 October 2024

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Welcome to the Beasts of Bermuda Wiki
A fan-run Wiki for the dinosaur survival game, Beasts of Bermuda!We are currently under maintanence as we work to update this site once more. Feel free to join the Wiki's Discord Server for more information or to help us.


This wiki currently has 240 articles and 878 files


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Featured Articles:

New Player Guide Palaeophis
Ongoing NOW in-game:

Limited Time Event
Limited Time Event




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Carnivores

Acrocanthosaurus
Ichthyovenator
Kaprosuchus
Wiehenvenator
Megaraptor
Tyrannosaurus rex
Utahraptor
Velociraptor
Zupaysaurus

Herbivores

Apatosaurus
Lurdusaurus
Oryctodromeus
Parasaurolophus
Pachycephalosaurus
Coahuilaceratops

Saichania
Aquatics

Archelon
Elasmosaurus
Kronosaurus
Mosasaurus

Palaeophis
Flyers

Pteranodon
Tropeognathus

Tapejara




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How to thrive in the lands of bermuda:

Nesting Weather and Natural disasters World Events

Resurrection TO BE ADDED TO BE ADDED