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The Overlord Update

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pvUehpyhbU

Introduing 'PC Overlord' mode! - Local multiplayer (PvP) Assymetrical

This new game mode introduces a brand new mechanic and local-multiplayer dynamic!

Forget co-op, this time, the PC player gets the chance to battle AGAINST the VR player, by taking command of the goblin army!

Plan what comes out of the portal, issue strategic commands, upgrade the goblins, and use special overlord spells to enhance units and outwit your opponent.

As the PC player (Overlord) you get an interface that resembles that of a real-time strategy game. And a brand new heroic goblin to use! "Drulk Evilcut" as well as your own magically operated catapult!

As the VR player, your skill and wits will be challenged by your opponents birds-eye control of the battlefield and unique abilities.

A guide to using the Overlord view can be found here: http://defenseofcastlechilly.com/guides-pc-overlord

Release Notes

New Content

  • PC Overlord game mode now available -- PC player gets a realtime-strategy interface to command the goblin attack -- PC player gets overlord abilities to cast on goblins to assist them -- New 'Hero' goblin, that the overlord can directly control (with a MOBA-style interface) -- New catapult that the overlord can directly control

Improvements

  • New Avatar body for VR player, visible by the Local Co-Op Fairy and PC Overlord views. (you have a body now! not just a floating head!)
  • Improvements to player hitbox, with zone based damage, Enemy arrows can get stuck into you (and can be pulled out and used back at the enemy)
  • Improved PC Menu and added recalibration and pc overlord options
  • Better goblin death sequences (specifically when blown up)
  • More beginner tips

Bugfixes

  • Quality settings applying correctly when game first starts
  • Fixed the 'retry' button in Last Stand mode, where known spells where being lost

Upcoming . . .

What I'm working on next

  • More options to choose from for the bow mechanics
  • Improvements to Co-Op hero
  • Next episode in adventure mode
  • Merged/Mixed Reality compatibility

. . .

One hell of a lot of new content in one update, I am so very very tired...
Hope you enjoy the new mode as much as I do!

And as always, your feedback is welcome.
Stay classy folks
~Lord of the Stack

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