Hello everyone!
We are officially one update closer to the full release of BlockRunner : The BlockSide and moving out of Steam Early Access! This update is all about making the game feel more polished, fixing old bugs, and improving the overall experience for you.
I also have some exciting news: I’ve started working on the idea for my next game! I’m not ready to show it just yet, but I will be revealing it sometime next year.
For now, here is what’s new in this version:
Gameplay & Upgrades
Added: A damage cooldown so you don’t take damage too fast after getting hit.
Added: An Auto-Gun upgrade you can buy to shoot by holding the button.
Added: More coin rewards for beating levels and bosses.
Added: A Stats button that appears after you beat all 30 levels.
Removed: The last 5 levels (the game is now 30 levels total).
Fixed: The Spiker boss now attacks correctly.
Fixed: The Narcall boss now takes damage when you hit him with blocks.
Visuals & Menus
Added: A warning screen for flashing lights.
Added: Drop shadows for the player and certain blocks.
Added: A "pencil" button to change player colors quickly.
Added: A control guide on the pause screen.
Changed: The pause menu no longer shows the game in the background.
Changed: The buy menu now shows a clear prompt with the name, cost, and progress.
Changed: Buttons are now colored instead of just black.
Changed: The Main Menu has new art and the end-game menu is more responsive.
Changed: Toggling Fullscreen and Music is now done with icons (the Settings menu was Removed).
Technical Fixes
Fixed: Game variables now reset properly when you restart or go to the menu.
Fixed: Particles are now destroyed correctly to prevent lag or crashes.
Changed: The save and load system is now much faster.
Changed: Menus are now mouse-only to work better (Controller still works for gameplay).
Removed: The debug menu is no longer accessible to players.
Added: A note that stats might not update if you are using an old save file.
Thank you and have fun, and Please report any bugs or odd stuff you may find! :)