Big patch.
Features:
* New System - Democratic Metaprogression. A skill tree where players can vote on nodes. Nodes take effect on the next real world day
* New Hub area - The Research Facility. Here you can participate in Democratic Metaprogression
* SSFrame visual overhaul
* Gatherables
* Shield rework. Shields are now hurtboxes
* Additional Tower Expedition content including the first BOSS type enemy
Balance:
* Increased attack telegraphing of the SCORPION type enemy
Bug Fixes/Improvements:
* AI navigation improvements
* Fixed first person camera jitters when climbing stairs
* Improved accuracy of melee, Hit Scan and projectile on-hit VFX
* Fixed a bug where Encounter Health Bars sometimes would not show up
* Fixed a bug where AI would continue to move after death
* Fixed a grass-related rendering issue
Performance:
* VFX/SFX networking improvements
* Environment object networking improvements