Prepare to navigate through the thrilling Port maps, marvel at the dynamic window glow, face spectral entities, and battle against the new Hobo faction in our inaugural update. Immerse yourself deeper with enhanced NPC behaviours thanks to updated Behaviour Trees and Navmesh optimizations. Experience the revamp in airship dynamics and Imperial Navy might. And finally, lose yourself in the visually enhanced world, with improved Clouds, Shipyard, and Tavern sprites. The two of us have been hard at work for a month crafting this update, designed to bring you a more immersive, thrilling, and steampunk-filled airship experience. Prepare for the voyage!
Docking!
No longer are you bound to your airship! Experience missions and adventures on your own two (non-rendered) feet!
Port Maps!
We've created entirely new maps for you to explore! Navigate the thrilling and dangerous Pirate Ports as well as skybound Rigs, extracting gas for the Empire, riddled with hidden treasures and perilous threats, all generated by Wave Function Collapse for dynamic off-airship adventures!
Dynamic Window Glow and Day/Night Cycle
Embark on a truly immersive journey with our new Day/Night cycle. Experience the shifting hues of sunrise, the bright midday sky, the golden dusk, and the serene moonlit nights. Complementing this cycle is the dynamic window glow, enhancing the ambiance based on the time of day. Watch as the world around you truly comes to life, presenting an ever-changing, ever-glowing panorama that adds a whole new depth to your steampunk adventure.
Ghosts and Monsters
Encounter spectral adversaries such as Ghosts, Zombies, Skeletons, and Gargoyles. Each brings unique challenges and strategies for players to overcome.
Hobo Faction
Will you join forces with the newly introduced Hobo Faction? These resourceful ruffians may appear rough around the edges, but they're full of surprises!
Airship Enhancements
The skies are ever-changing with our dynamic airship movement, airship particle effects, and new ballistic options such as ball turrets and cannons.
Imperial Navy Additions
Confront the might of the Imperial Navy with additions like the Galleon, Frigate, Escort Carrier, and more. Each ship brings new strategies to the table.
Graphics Upgrade
Witness improved Clouds, Shipyard Sprites, and Tavern Sprites. Our graphics upgrade brings a new level of depth and immersion to your gaming experience.
Bugfixes and Optimizations
We've tightened the gears and oiled the cogs! Expect smoother gameplay with the implementation of Navmesh optimizations and numerous bug fixes and performance optimisations. Better batching, smoother shaders, more responsive gameplay!
Behaviour Tree Updates
Experience enhanced NPC behaviours, thanks to our updated Behaviour Trees. NPCs now act smarter and provide more immersive interactions. Seeking cover, Identifying flanks, and generally doing their best to defeat you (or eachother)
General Visual and Sound Enhancements
Experience enhanced game aesthetics with 2D flags waving in the wind, more cover and doodads, Rigidbody tweaks, Gore sounds and other graphical tweaks.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to expand and refine our steampunk world! Until next time!