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Patch Notes: Direct Contact - UE5.4.4 Update
Engine Upgrade:
- Successfully upgraded the game to UE5.4.4.
- Updated various plugins, replaced outdated ones, and reworked older code.
- Improved AI system to adapt to the new engine features in UE5.4.
Visual & UI Improvements:
- HUD Color Update: Updated colors across various HUDs for a more modern look.
- Steady Sunlight System: Replaced the day-night cycle with a consistent sun position to optimize shadow calculations, reducing RAM usage and enhancing overall performance.
- New Character Uniform: Added the NY Uniform Color: Blue Ice, bringing a fresh look to your in-game appearance.
- Character Selection: All textures in the character selection menu are now visible and fully updated.
Optimizations:
- Improved water cycling mechanics for smoother gameplay, with adjustments for better performance.
- Fixed several weapon sound bugs to ensure a more immersive audio experience.
- Adjusted ticks in the character blueprint for better efficiency, reducing unnecessary checks and improving performance.
- Optimized multiple maps for better performance, especially by eliminating the need for real-time shadow calculations.
Additional Fixes:
- Fixed various issues with out-of-date plugins and reworked older sections of the codebase for better compatibility.
