Dear Damned Divers!
It took time, but we're finally here. Update 1.3.0.0 is a major patch for Hell Dive, bringing new features, a large audio overhaul, general bug fixes and a lot of added polish.
It’s been quite the ride. This update went several weeks beyond the original plan, due to extensive testing and iteration on the new audio, systems and design changes to get this update ready to ship. Sometimes development simply needs more time to brew. No matter how much it takes the breath out of you while getting there. In the end it's all worth it. The Teacup team is nailbiting excited to see how you take the new design to heart.
"The goal for me with this update, was to subtly increase tention from the start and introduce larger cosmic existential vibes through the audio, especially while the player is truely alone in the Submarine and the colony. With Lambert in Facility 4 to set the lonely vibe, the introduction of oxygen, and a entirely new audio landscape, the hope is that Update 1.3.0.0 make Hell Dive an even more intense and memorable experience"
- Thomas-Bo, Game Director on Hell Dive.
Highlights, Fixes and Tweaks:
Oxygen System
Oxygen system fully integrated.
As the Submarine pilot of Ol'Porky, you must now manage how much air you have.
Oxygen meter displays color-coded warning as the air runs low.
When crashing or being attacked by the big sea monster, small visible air leaks appear from the oxygen meter to indicate level of damage.
Oxygen depletes constantly while traveling between facilities.
Entering a facility area rapidly restores oxygen to max.
Star-of-War now drain oxygen with attached to the Ol'Porky submarine. Get rid of those beautiful jellyfish quickly.
World and Gameplay
Lambert is now fully integrated to Facility X with animation, VFX and audio. This is a point of no return for the player. All ye who enter - Beware.
Fixed missing elevator door collider that could kill the player or hard-lock the game.
Facility X no longer light up in Ol'Porky before entering the facility. Removing the confusion for the player after surviving Facility X.
Submarine power key now correctly reflects its On/Off position at all time.
Tutorial note position and collider updated for improved readability and interaction.
Added eye-blink animation when Daniel wakes up.
Fixed rare issue in Facility 6 (Lab) where the Memory Card would not spawn.
Flash note updated with more information, plus added button to POI view and Easy Read mode.
Mini-scare triggers repositioned across the facilities to optimize fear and tension.
Office worker in Facility X is now more aware of of the player's presence.
Virgil can no longer be played when Ol'Porky is powered off
Improved sliding behavior on ice.
Audio Overhaul
Ambience added on all facilities
Hatch blinking sound reduced and blinking light added for clearer airlock feedback.
All large doors now have proper open/close sounds.
Fuel generator button now has sound feedback.
Fixed bad audio loops for levers and ambience in Ol'Porky
Facility X: freezer pigs now use randomized SFX
Facility X: new footsteps for the monster lurking in the dark.
Facility X: Jellymen SFX fully updated.
Facility X: lullaby music added.
Facility X: elevator now splashes when hitting water.
F8 Office: added gusty wind ambience.
New stinger SFX Implemented.
Elevator doors now have sounds.
Updated intercom system audio.
Steaming pipes now use randomized SFX
Moonpool water SFX lowered to better match visuals.
Implemented a new audio controller and occlusion system for a much more immersive sound experience.
Added new footsteps
Credits Update
Liva: Favorite animator
Christian and Luis: Argentinian lead audio rockstars (Silent Hill, Post Trauma, Star Trek Online)
Thomas: technical audio designer, horror specialist and heavy-metal guitarist.
Frederik: technical artist borrowed from our next title. A true Unity magician.
What’s Next
Smarter monster AI
Improved sea monster visuals
Level design updates
Small environmental puzzles designed to make players sweat
We're diligently working on bug fixes and fine-tuning features to improve the experience.
If you encounter any issues, please let us know.
Thank you for the support!
- The Teacup Games Team