Harper and Lyre - Beta 1.0.15 Update
Tutorial system, comprehensive sound design, and full controller support added
Beta 1.0.15 Update Now Live!
This is our largest update yet! We've added a complete tutorial system, implemented sound design across the entire game, and massively expanded controller support. This update transforms the Harper and Lyre experience!
🐛 Major Bug Fixes
Ground Pound Lock Fixed - Resolved the bug where players were stuck in ground pound for extended periods
Shell Basket System Overhauled - Fixed all shell-related issues, including infinite shell exploit, basket not giving shells, respawn problems, and Hugo not granting access after unlock
Hugo Interaction Improved - Hugo can no longer be interacted with after unlocking moves (temporary fix with do-once node)
Tutorial Teleporter Fixed - Now correctly teleports players to the intended location
Attack System Enhanced - Players can now attack with an air kick and perform double attacks with ground pound
Swimming Restored - Swimming functionality is now available (still being refined, but fully functional)
UI Cursor Fixed - All UI elements now display a hand cursor on hover, including puzzle pieces
Struct System Removed - Eliminated the failing struct system for better stability
✨ Quality of Life Improvements
Landscape Textures Enhanced - Better textures applied across the entire landscape with improved shading
Puzzle Difficulty Adjusted - Updated puzzle picture to be more accessible for players
Shell Basket Visual Feedback - Locked baskets now appear at reduced opacity so players know they're unavailable
Spelling Corrections - Various text fixes throughout the game
Enemy Population Increased - Significantly more enemies added to Bamboo Heights for greater challenge
⚙️ Major Gameplay Changes
Puzzle System Reworked - Beginning puzzle now uses toggle-based grab system (no more accidentally dropped pieces!)
Ground Pound Reworked - Changed from gravity-based to launch-based system with full XYZ override for better control
Landscape Remeshed - Both main game and tutorial landscapes have been completely remeshed
Hugo Sign Restriction - Hugo's sign is now only accessible within the tutorial, not outside levels
Air Kick Integration - Air kick now shares the same unlock system as attack, making it available in the tutorial
Dialogue Updates - Reworked dialogue for both Hugo and Ren the Dwarf
🎵 Sound Design Implementation
This update brings Harper and Lyre to life with comprehensive audio!
Character Voice Lines:
Harper's dialogue and moves
Lyre's voice
Hugo's voice
Pocus's voice
Earl De Fly's voice
Ren the Dwarf's voice
Gameplay Sounds:
Music added to the tutorial and cave areas
Sound effects for Harper's moves
Collectable dialogue audio
Twisted Token jingle enhancement
🎮 New Features
Complete Tutorial System
Players now have access to a dedicated tutorial area to learn Harper's moves properly before starting the adventure!
Shell Basket System
Players can now unlock and pick up shell baskets
Each basket grants 5 shells
Visual indicator shows locked/unlocked status
Enhanced Controller Support
Full controller functionality added to all UI menus:
Pause menu
Stats menu
Controller layout
Quit game confirmation
Main menu
Options menu
Puzzle mini-games
In-game pause menu now includes the main menu button
Environmental Additions
Butterflies have returned to grasslands and Bamboo Heights!
Helpful sign added next to Hugo showing what items to bring and where
🚀 Support Our Kickstarter!
Harper and Lyre is live on Kickstarter! Back our campaign to help us continue delivering massive updates like this one. Exclusive rewards available for backers!
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/harperandlyre/harper-and-lyre/
💬 Join Our Community
Share your feedback on the new tutorial system and sound design:
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/qVNnvmTKeV
This update represents months of work and fundamentally improves the Harper and Lyre experience. Thank you for your continued support and testing!
The Harper and Lyre Development Team 🎵