FAQs
Answers about the studio, current projects, Second Life development, Unity games, and what is planned next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Before Midnight Game Studio?
Before Midnight Game Studio is an independent development studio and project home for original games, prototypes, and interactive roleplay systems.
What is the studio currently working on?
Development is currently split between expanding Second Life roleplay projects, including the Trenchport RP system, and building original Unity games such as The First Bite.
What is the Trenchport RP system?
Trenchport is a connected Second Life roleplay experience built around custom HUDs, character progression, combat, inventory, crafting, businesses, emergency services, economy features, and other systems designed to support an active roleplay community.
What is The First Bite?
The First Bite is a Unity strategy prototype where the player controls a growing zombie outbreak while human survivors gather resources, organize defenses, seek shelter, and attempt to evacuate.
What kinds of games does the studio plan to make?
The focus is on systems-driven games with strong atmosphere, strategy, progression, simulation, and world-building. Some projects may be small experiments, while others may grow into larger PC or mobile releases.
Can I play any of the projects yet?
Trenchport is being developed for use inside Second Life. The Unity projects are still in development, with screenshots and project information available through the Games page as they progress.
Will there be games I can play in a web browser?
Yes. Browser-based games and interactive experiments are planned for the site in the near future so visitors can play directly without downloading anything.
Where will development news and patch notes be posted?
Major project updates will appear on the relevant project pages. Dedicated development logs and patch-note sections are planned as the projects move closer to public releases.
How can I follow or contact the studio?
Use the Discord page to join the community, or visit the Email page to contact the studio directly at dev@beforemidnightgamestudio.com.