Hi everyone!
We just released a beta version of ADOM R64 on Steam. Currently included are the following most important changes:
1. We have fixed more potential crash sources. Crashes by now seem to happen on a limited number of systems (but still have been there) - so if you are a victim of crashes please try out the beta version if you don't mind being a tester.
2. ADOM R64 should now be playable in offline mode (prior versions required internet access to be played).
3. The "explore unknown areas" command (accessible by pressing '-' (minus)) has been enhanced to truly cover all areas and also search out item stacks.
4. The "use" command (accessible by pressing 'u') has been enhanced to handle items more intelligently.
Enhancements #3 and #4 are partial steps on our road to a much more simplified UI/UX. We are trying to reduce the number of keyboard commands new players will need to learn and my personal goal is to make them countable on one hand (except for the movement keys - but that should be trivial).
The full list of changes can be found here:
http://www.adom.de/home/changelog.html
The instructions to access ADOM Beta can be found here:
http://www.ancientdomainsofmystery.com/p/adom-beta-steam.html
If you play the beta version and find problems please report them at
http://www.adom.de/forums/project.php?projectid=2
And now have fun!
Thomas Biskup & Team ADOM