In this version, we have a lot of clarification updates for the interface and biggest thing we worked on was the tutorial. I'm happy to share with you that we have a Demo ready and sent it to Steam for approval.
It will be with you in few days. Lets get into the changes in this version;
Stellar Settlers 0.4.1 Patch Notes
New Features & Enhancements
- Headquarter Arrival Animation: Enhanced visuals for the arrival of headquarters.
- Tutorial Enhancements:
- New system to check if the tutorial has been seen.
- Option to disable tutorial in settings if already seen.
- New tutorials added for research, settler pods, vertical tunnels, and more.
- Improved tutorial panel interface and interactions.
- Gameplay Mechanics:
- Raiser structures now remain consistently connected.
- Functionality enhancements for resource stations and solar panels.
- Adjustments in structure placement, particularly vertical tunnels.
- UI/UX Improvements:
- Enhanced locked structure button UI.
- Improved color coding for unavailable structure buttons.
- New indicator system for game modes.
- Wishlist buttons added on main and pause screens.
- Demolish Mode & Meteor Events:
- New demolish mode with integrated UI.
- Adjusted meteor event mechanics and visual effects.
- Enhanced meteor sound effects.
Bug Fixes
- Tutorial Related Fixes:
- Issues with tutorial triggers and progress tracking resolved.
- Bugs in tutorial panel and video integration fixed.
- Resource Management & Structure Interaction:
- Fixed resource station connection bug.
- Adjusted resource gain when capacity exceeded.
- Resolved structure auto-rotation and placement issues.
- Meteor and Raider Mechanics:
- Fine-tuned meteor falling mechanics and radius.
- Fixed raider movement issues.
- Miscellaneous Fixes:
- Various UI issues and cursor sorting fixed.
- Bugs in quest progression and completion indicators addressed.
- Issues with hauler AI and container interactions resolved.
Balancing
- Adjusted life span of ore containers.
- Balanced resource gain and structure production.
- Sound effects tweaked for better audio balance.
We continuously work to improve Stellar Settlers and appreciate your feedback and support. Share us your ideas and bugs you find in Steam Community Forums.
