Lair of the Elusive Polatrite

I released a small patch to Pokemon Challenger today that fixes the infamous "server lockup" bug that would spring up on servers from time to time.

Even if the bug itself isn't fixed, the servers automatically reboot after some time either way just to be safe, if nobody is playing.

Behind the scenes, the update actually has huge chunks of the game rewritten to handle some of the new things that will be supported by the full release of the game - which is certainly in the works!

If you notice any problems, let me know here or on the official forums:

http://www.polatrite.com/forums/

Do you have a guild that Pokemon Challenger would fit well in?



If you do, let me know! I'd be glad to submit my game to your guild - we can increase the popularity of your guild, and increase the popularity of the game as well!

and you'll miss out..!

8:00 PM EST



Pokemon Challenger is being unveiled for the first public beta. Come on in and give it a shot and earn your official Beta Tester medal, unlocking an exclusive starter on release!



From all us here in the Pokefields, hope to see you there!

8:00 PM EST


and you'll miss out..! Pokemon Challenger will be in it's first public beta, unlock your exclusive beta starter Pokemon tonight!

The fins that splash, the cry so brash!

I am pleased to unveil publicly for the first time Pokemon Challenger!



Challenger is a defense style game based around the popular Pokemon franchise by Nintendo. The game features innovative and strategic gameplay that is breakthrough for both the defense genre and the Pokemon series.



Using your team of Pokemon, you fend off wild Pokemon as they approach. Catch new ones to add them to your team, or defeat them to gain levels and become stronger. Evolve into new, powerful forms and use your might to overcome all 8 of the Badge Challenges! If you succeed, you may dare to take on the Elite Four and become the true Pokemon Champion yourself!



Challenger is entering public beta for the final bug testing stage within the next few days on the dedicated server, and players will be able to download and play their own copies after the game is released!

Last but not least, Challenger supports full multiplayer gameplay. Multiple players can join forces cooperatively to defend against the increased hordes!

Looking forward to seeing you at the first beta Wednesday night at 8 PM eastern!

The Survival beta will be up at 4 PM EST! Join us!

In addition, I will be unveiling the mystery project that I talked about here during the beta - so if you're interested, come on in and find out what's going on!