The first update is live on the beta branch! Right click on the game and select properties to switch to that branch if you want to test it, or just wait for a few days and it will be in the main release.
For this release we focused on fixing features based on the initial feedback that you provided, while the artists are hard at work on more tracks to complement existing ones. So here's what we've got in this update for you:
Comfort mode vs Extreme sensations
Some die hard drivers requested more sensations and commented that the tracks are too flat. We haven’t changed the tracks, but we added a comfort setting that lets you lean with the bike. By default, at 0%, the game doesn’t change. But the more you increase the setting towards 100%, the more you will lean with the bike as it turns. 100% means your head is “attached” to the bike and you get full leaning. This radically changes the perception and is not for the faint hearted as it increases the risk of motion sickness a lot. If you play with the slider, you will find what the best balance is for you between comfort and sensations. See more here: http://youtu.be/MDzOnn0AV0o
Windows Mixed Reality support
We've gotten our hands on a device and tested it thoroughly to ensure everything works for WMR users. We've integrated WMR controller models with help tips just like the Oculus/Vive. WMR users, if you find any bugs, let us know!
Controllers for UI
Many of you said we should make the UI work with controllers instead of GearVR style gazing. So we got rid of that, and from now on all the UI works with controllers (point and use the trigger to select, change pointing hand by squeezing the trigger).
Recenter
Also requested by several users, you can now reset your position when looking at the menus, if you want for instance to change orientation. Look at the tips on the controllers.
Ghost opponent count
One player suggested that in time trial, having too many ghosts could be confusing. You can now choose how many you want in the select track UI. Choose 0 if you want to race alone, and up to 5 opponents at once. These opponents are selected from the leaderboard around you (so if you switch the leaderboard to friends, you will only race against your friend's ghosts).
Localization
Besides english and french, this build is localized in german (Thanks Mike, who also translated the store page!). Spanish is coming next. More importantly, we've set up a system to easily localize it in other languages via a google spreadsheet, so if you want the game in your language and feel like helping with the translation, please PM me and I'll set you up for that.
Social Networks
Ok, that feature wasn't requested by anyone, it's just us adding some "rate us" buttons in the UI. If you like the game, let the world know! We're not Electronic Arts, we don't have the required dollars to be in the front page of gaming sites, so let's use good ol' word of mouth on social networks, and that starts with ratings and sharing. If you're not into that, that's fine, just don't look at the bottom of the UI ;-)
Bug fix: music can now be turned off entirely.
Have fun!
The VertexBreakers Team