In our last post we mentioned that we are adding a new feature known as power pods to Autonomous Anarchy. This post will go over the details as we have now finished adding them to the game.

Power Pods

Power pods are unlocked at the end of Area 1: The Seaside Scrapyard as a reward for defeating the area boss known as the Disposal Duo. There will be three different types of pods to choose from, but you can only have one active at any given time. Upon defeating the boss, you will get a choice of which one to unlock, and you can change your selection at computer consoles placed throughout the rooms. Pods come with two abilities: a bomb attack, and a charging ability. We are combining the bomb powerups from the forest update with the pods, so each pod will have a different bomb.

Dash Pod

The dash pod gives you a short dash in the direction you are moving as an ability. This ability charges every 15 seconds and gives you brief immunity during the dash. This pod comes with the electro bomb, which arcs lightning up to 10 nearby enemies for massive damage.

Defender Pod

The defender pod gives you a place-able turret that automatically targets nearby enemies. This turret self-destructs after 12 seconds, or it can be destroyed earlier by re-firing the ability to gain some of the charge back. It charges every 35 seconds after the turret is destroyed and can also block enemies. This pod comes with the stun bomb, which stuns all enemies on screen for 5 seconds.

Shield Pod

The shield pod gives you a shield which absorbs damage and acts like extra health. The shield can be activated every 25 seconds, and depletes slowly over time. This pod comes with the fire bomb, which deals heavy damage to all enemies in your line of sight.

Pod Charging Features

All pods will slowly charge over time. You can also charge your pod by shooting enemies, with each enemy defeated taking 1 second off of the cooldown. We are also planning on adding small pickups that will fill your charge and can be found hidden throughout the levels. Additionally, the effectiveness of your pod's abilities is determined by the level of your weapon powerups.