This update focuses on making SkateLab easier to learn, more readable in motion, and a little more expressive.
TUTORIALS
We've added some playable tutorials that walk through the core fundamentals on-board control, including:
On Board Navigation
Ollies
Prewinding & Spinning
Scooping & Flicking
This first iteration just scratches the surface - we'll keep iterating and adding rundowns of other features like the Replay System, Object Dropper, Grinds & Manuals, Grabs and so on. You will be prompted on startup to complete the tutorials, otherwise they can be found in OPTIONS > TUTORIALS
RADIAL MENU
The Radial menu has been remapped to DPAD LEFT (hold) and redesigned to allow quick access to Scene Settings, Stats, Camera Settings, and Object Dropper PLUS your Camera Light & Focus Mode toggles.
FOCUS MODE
Slow Motion is back in the form of Focus Mode! Instead of occupying RB - the way it was in early builds - Focus Mode activates as soon as you pop or begin a grind, and ramps out when you're ready to catch. It allows you to focus more precisely on board control without breaking the flow of movement. Focus Mode can be Toggled from the RADIAL MENU (hold DPAD LEFT), and the Speed can be adjusted in OPTIONS
GRABS
Remapping the Radial Menu & Focus Mode was important so we could clear LB and RB for a new GRABS system. Still in its infancy, you can now grab the board at any time with LB (Left Hand) or RB (Right Hand). Just simple frontside & backside grabs for the time being - we can't wait to expand on this.
GEAR
A few handfuls of new clothes have been added for the Ghost character.
OTHER STUFF
Added a very basic push animation & other animation changes as we continue prototyping different animation methods.
general Stability improvements while On Board
Enjoy, & Happy Holidays!
- Van