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🛠️ DEMO UPDATE: Epic Slow-Mo Actions, Custom Map Codes & STREAM FRIENDLY AUDIO!

Hello, Salarymen! We have just rolled out a fresh update for the DEAD BEFORE WORK: THE COMMUTE Demo!

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addedWe have just rolled out a fresh update for the DEAD BEFORE WORK: THE COMMUTE Demo! This update officially adds a highly requested feature, explains some hidden game mechanics you might have missed, and gives you a sneak peek at custom maps! Here is the breakdown of what’s in this build:
addedNEWLY ADDED & REVEALED MECHANICSNew [RETRY] Button at the Goal Screen (Newly Added!): For all the speedrunners and leaderboard chasers aiming for the top 3, rejoice! We’ve newly added a [RETRY] button right above the [GO] button. Grind those times, claim your top-ranking rewards, and spend that hard-earned cash on wacky character outfits! (We highly recommend the "PLANT HEAD" outfit for maximum hilarity!)
changedNEWLY ADDED & REVEALED MECHANICSMaster Air Control & Chain Combos! (The Ultimate Secret): Here is the most important pro-tip for high scores: When you are blasted away (in BLAST state), pressing the directional keys (Forward, Backward, Left, Right relative to the camera view) while activating the BOOM will guide your character slightly in that direction ! This directional influence is exactly how you chain combos. By skillfully nudging your character into different traps, you can extend your combo and earn the chance to use BOOM yet again ! Use this to physics-defying advantage, plunge into the perfect hazards, and crush the leaderboards!
addedNEWLY ADDED & REVEALED MECHANICSExpress Your Individuality (Unlockable Outfits): Your chaotic protagonist is fully customizable! Save up your in-game money and buy outfits to show off your unique personality. While the Demo only allows you to unlock a specific selection of costumes, the full product version will feature brand-new outfits added every single season, so stay tuned!
addedSPECIAL TEASER: Play a Custom Map!Level Editor Preview Code is LIVE: Although the full Level Editor is not included in this Demo build, we wanted to show you what’s possible! We have posted a special sample map code over in the COMMUNITY HUB (General Discussion) to demonstrate how traps can be arranged. Simply go grab that code, copy it, and paste it right into the empty field in the Custom Map Menu in-game to enjoy a brand-new, twisted playground!
changed100% STREAMER-FRIENDLY AUDIOSafe for Broadcasts & Streams: Feel free to stream and broadcast your gameplay without any worries! All songs except one are entirely game-original tracks. That single external track is "Local Forecast – Elevator" by Kevin MacLeod. This very song was constantly playing in the background while I was conceptualizing and creating the Shopping Mall Stage—it was a massive source of inspiration for this game! It is fully licensed under Creative Commons (credited below), meaning you are completely safe from copyright claims. Go live and show the world your best flights!

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addedWe have just rolled out a fresh update for the DEAD BEFORE WORK: THE COMMUTE Demo! This update officially adds a highly requested feature, explains some hidden game mechanics you might have missed, and gives you a sneak peek at custom maps! Here is the breakdown of what’s in this build:
addedNew [RETRY] Button at the Goal Screen (Newly Added!): For all the speedrunners and leaderboard chasers aiming for the top 3, rejoice! We’ve newly added a [RETRY] button right above the [GO] button. Grind those times, claim your top-ranking rewards, and spend that hard-earned cash on wacky character outfits! (We highly recommend the "PLANT HEAD" outfit for maximum hilarity!)
changedMaster Air Control & Chain Combos! (The Ultimate Secret): Here is the most important pro-tip for high scores: When you are blasted away (in BLAST state), pressing the directional keys (Forward, Backward, Left, Right relative to the camera view) while activating the BOOM will guide your character slightly in that direction ! This directional influence is exactly how you chain combos. By skillfully nudging your character into different traps, you can extend your combo and earn the chance to use BOOM yet again ! Use this to physics-defying advantage, plunge into the perfect hazards, and crush the leaderboards!
addedExpress Your Individuality (Unlockable Outfits): Your chaotic protagonist is fully customizable! Save up your in-game money and buy outfits to show off your unique personality. While the Demo only allows you to unlock a specific selection of costumes, the full product version will feature brand-new outfits added every single season, so stay tuned!
addedLevel Editor Preview Code is LIVE: Although the full Level Editor is not included in this Demo build, we wanted to show you what’s possible! We have posted a special sample map code over in the COMMUNITY HUB (General Discussion) to demonstrate how traps can be arranged. Simply go grab that code, copy it, and paste it right into the empty field in the Custom Map Menu in-game to enjoy a brand-new, twisted playground!

Hello, Salarymen!

We have just rolled out a fresh update for the DEAD BEFORE WORK: THE COMMUTE Demo! This update officially adds a highly requested feature, explains some hidden game mechanics you might have missed, and gives you a sneak peek at custom maps! Here is the breakdown of what’s in this build:

[ NEWLY ADDED & REVEALED MECHANICS ]

  • New [RETRY] Button at the Goal Screen (Newly Added!)For all the speedrunners and leaderboard chasers aiming for the top 3, rejoice! We’ve newly added a [RETRY] button right above the [GO] button. Grind those times, claim your top-ranking rewards, and spend that hard-earned cash on wacky character outfits! (We highly recommend the "PLANT HEAD" outfit for maximum hilarity!)

  • How to Trigger Slow-Mo & The Mighty [BOOM]! (Game Mechanic): Once you enter Ragdoll Mode, press the [SPACE KEY / JUMP KEY] to trigger Slow-Motion Mode! Press it once more in this state to activate a BOOM —blasting your character away with explosive power. Watching yourself gracefully soar, tumble, and spin through the sky in slow motion is an absolute must-see!

  • Master Air Control & Chain Combos! (The Ultimate Secret): Here is the most important pro-tip for high scores: When you are blasted away (in BLAST state), pressing the directional keys (Forward, Backward, Left, Right relative to the camera view) while activating the BOOM will guide your character slightly in that direction! This directional influence is exactly how you chain combos. By skillfully nudging your character into different traps, you can extend your combo and earn the chance to use BOOM yet again! Use this to physics-defying advantage, plunge into the perfect hazards, and crush the leaderboards!

  • Crouch System Officially Revealed (Hidden Mechanic): Forgot to mention, but you can actually crouch! Press [LEFT-CTRL] to duck, dodge, and experience some gloriously weird physics when you get blown away! Give it a try and see how the ragdoll chaos changes!

  • Express Your Individuality (Unlockable Outfits)Your chaotic protagonist is fully customizable! Save up your in-game money and buy outfits to show off your unique personality. While the Demo only allows you to unlock a specific selection of costumes, the full product version will feature brand-new outfits added every single season, so stay tuned!

[ SPECIAL TEASER: Play a Custom Map! ]

  • Level Editor Preview Code is LIVEAlthough the full Level Editor is not included in this Demo build, we wanted to show you what’s possible! We have posted a special sample map code over in the COMMUNITY HUB (General Discussion) to demonstrate how traps can be arranged. Simply go grab that code, copy it, and paste it right into the empty field in the Custom Map Menu in-game to enjoy a brand-new, twisted playground!

[ 100% STREAMER-FRIENDLY AUDIO ]

  • Safe for Broadcasts & Streams: Feel free to stream and broadcast your gameplay without any worries! All songs except one are entirely game-original tracks. That single external track is "Local Forecast – Elevator" by Kevin MacLeod. This very song was constantly playing in the background while I was conceptualizing and creating the Shopping Mall Stage—it was a massive source of inspiration for this game! It is fully licensed under Creative Commons (credited below), meaning you are completely safe from copyright claims. Go live and show the world your best flights!

[ CREDITS ]

"Local Forecast – Elevator" by Kevin MacLeod |

https://incompetech.com/

Music promoted by

https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Thank you for your amazing support, and have fun flying into the sky!

— POZZANGHERA 33

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