Hello everyone!
Let's get straight on with today's update information, since I know you've all been waiting for it...
Network Update!
Yes, it's finally done! I've worked hard to improve the network code of Ratz, since it's been the top comment people have had about the game since it arrived in Early Access.
If you score a hit on someone, they will die at least 50% faster – especially if you have to play with high ping. It's also much more consistent, which should make the game much, much better to play! So, if you are one of those people who were getting a ping of 150+, you should give Ratz another try!
Please keep in mind that I had to rewrite some pretty sensitive code to get this updated networking going – as such, if you come across any bugs or issues, please let me know straight away.
I prepared some gifs for you (they should run at 30fps, i hope they don't slow down):
Zoom
I've also now added a feature that, to be honest, should have been already in Ratz from the start: you can set a separate Zoom FOV to your own liking with the option of toggling it on or off. I hope that helps some of you!
Even More Customisation!
Some truly explosive new cosmetics are ready for you to unlock!
Anti-Idle/AFK System Enhancements
Ever since the Customisation side of Ratz was launched, I've had a lot of complaints from players about people going AFK and idling in the hope of unlocking items without actually having to play. On top of the system that was there before, I've now improved the Anti-Idle System to weed out these AFK players – hopefully, this new update should solve the problem.
Remember, folks: idling doesn't unlock customisation items, it just annoys everyone around you!
Additional Fixes
- Assigning Mouse Buttons 4/5, Shift and Alt in the Options menu works as it should now.
- Item Unlock will no longer unlock the wrong item.
Have fun everyone!