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This update brings the action into closer sync with the music. It also adds more efficient visual effects, a redesigned start page and various bug fixes. Shield particles on the beat: Deflected bullets form a shared rhythmic sequence. The particles launch together, track their ta
Pulsating particles in the background Pulsating hero circle around Zoom/blur effects on the beat More particles on higher graphic settings More fog at start of level 2 New flash-effects with glow for bullets Mouse cursor is hidden
Range of bullet explosions is indicated with circles Adjusted rhythm pattern in first stage Adjusted timing in tutorial Fixed a bug with background speed in stage 3 Improved refresh rate test
3 difficulty levels: -casual: for most players the best option for the first playtrough -serious: for shmup veterans and people who have completed the casual course -insane: for players looking for the ultimate challenge Bullets glow in complementary color Glow effect on titles V
Animations for all enemies and bosses Shadows and displacementfilters for background images Shadows for enemies Effects synchronized with the music Outline or glow filters for enemies that indicate the beat Various other filters Many minor improvements and fixes P.S. The changes
Standard gamepads are automatically recognised Simplified startup screen Range and charge of shield is indicated with a circle around the player New lifebar style Cancels all bullets when hit New sounds for combos Better performance due to new Pixi.js version 7
Added a combo system Judges precision of the beat Particles fly to enemy Star collectables Adjusted the animation before a beat New game over screen and music The hardest 2 acts are a bit easier
Animations before bullets flash makes it easier keep the rhythm Bullets pulsate to the rhythm and outline white when flashing Stage 3-2: New enemy behaviour Score animation towards total score Enhanced particle effect for exploding bullets Epilepsy warning Various bug fixes
Bosses give feedback on their health (smoke). Bosses are more aggressive when low on health. Faster shield recharge and new particle effects. Shadowed sprites and other graphical improvements. Minimized framerate drops by preloading sprites. Compatible mode with not 60 hz monitor