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Steam News28 June 20251y ago

Update Notes for v1.18.18 - Speedrunning Improvements

Attention Gawds of Hoop! A major update focused on quality-of-life improvements and speedrunning support is available! Speedrunning & Gameplay Features Sprint ability added — built with speedrunners in mind.

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What changed

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  • Gameplay
  • Performance
  • Server
  • UI and audio
changedAttention Gawds of Hoop! A major update focused on quality-of-life improvements and speedrunning support is available!
addedSpeedrunning & Gameplay FeaturesSprint ability added — built with speedrunners in mind.
addedSpeedrunning & Gameplay FeaturesRestart level option added for quick resets and perfecting runs.
changedSpeedrunning & Gameplay FeaturesTrials now end with a clear screen that shows if you beat your timer or golf best score.
changedSpeedrunning & Gameplay FeaturesReworked several levels to improve flow and optimization for speedrunning.
changedSpeedrunning & Gameplay FeaturesTrial Specific Bug Fixes.

Hoop Gawds changes

changedAttention Gawds of Hoop! A major update focused on quality-of-life improvements and speedrunning support is available!
addedSprint ability added — built with speedrunners in mind.
addedRestart level option added for quick resets and perfecting runs.
changedTrials now end with a clear screen that shows if you beat your timer or golf best score.
changedReworked several levels to improve flow and optimization for speedrunning.

Attention Gawds of Hoop! A major update focused on quality-of-life improvements and speedrunning support is available!

Speedrunning & Gameplay Features

  • Sprint ability added — built with speedrunners in mind.

  • Restart level option added for quick resets and perfecting runs.

  • Trials now end with a clear screen that shows if you beat your timer or golf best score.

  • Reworked several levels to improve flow and optimization for speedrunning.

  • Trial Specific Bug Fixes.

Tutorial & UI Improvements

  • Added tutorial text at the beginning of the game, and in multiplayer, to clarify objectives and mechanics.

  • Reworked UI across the game to be cleaner, more readable, and easier to navigate.

Audio Overhaul

  • Each trial now has its own unique music to keep the vibe fresh as you progress.

  • Ambient and feedback sounds improved for a more responsive experience.

  • New sound effects added to:

    • Hoops

    • Menu buttons

New Configure Menu

  • Moved settings out of the Select Trial screen into a dedicated Configure Menu.

  • Added new customization options:

    • Mouse sensitivity

    • Invert look

    • Windowed/fullscreen selection

Thanks for playing Hoop Gawds! Whether you're here for the wild hoop mechanics or hunting for that next best run, this update is for you.

— Ryan

Source

Steam News / 28 June 2025

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