Steam News27 April 20233y ago

Steam Development Update #3: UE5 updates, fixes and new features

Attention, Survivors The past few weeks have been full of exciting developments and improvements!

In this update8

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Full Jaws Of Extinction™ update

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14 fixes10 additions8 changes0 removals

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Fixes
UI and audio
Balance
Maps

addedThe past few weeks have been full of exciting developments and improvements! As we work hard to bring you the best gaming experience possible, we’ve added several keyfixes to the current UE4 game version as well as a lot of new features. Test them out, and let us know what you think! Follow more of these updates under the #alpha-patch-note channel on Discord !

addedHere’s what to expect for the future with UE5:New wave system, where waves break on the shores of the island and roll in from the open sea.

addedWe've been hard at work behind the scenes and are thrilled to share some thrilling images of UE5!An example of the lighting changes, adding to the ominous tone. Both interior and exterior lighting will benefit from the update.

changedWe've been hard at work behind the scenes and are thrilled to share some thrilling images of UE5!You may notice that many old landmarks have received a facelift in the updated version. Dom’s Hardware has been redesigned, both inside and out, to fit the world better. It includes new lights, decorations and adornments.

changedWe've been hard at work behind the scenes and are thrilled to share some thrilling images of UE5!Remember to check the rooftops of buildings too. You never know where loot may be hiding!

fixedHere are just some of the changes made thanks to feedback from the community.Fixed Bruce and Thomas’ textures missing.

Jaws Of Extinction™ changes

addedNew wave system, where waves break on the shores of the island and roll in from the open sea.

addedAn example of the lighting changes, adding to the ominous tone. Both interior and exterior lighting will benefit from the update.

changedYou may notice that many old landmarks have received a facelift in the updated version. Dom’s Hardware has been redesigned, both inside and out, to fit the world better. It includes new lights, decorations and adornments.

changedRemember to check the rooftops of buildings too. You never know where loot may be hiding!

Attention, Survivors

The past few weeks have been full of exciting developments and improvements! As we work hard to bring you the best gaming experience possible, we’ve added several keyfixes to the current UE4 game version as well as a lot of new features. Test them out, and let us know what you think! Follow more of these updates under the #alpha-patch-note channel on Discord!

Here’s what to expect for the future with UE5:

New wave system, where waves break on the shores of the island and roll in from the open sea.
Points of interest have received facelifts to complete rebuilds.

An example of the lighting changes, adding to the ominous tone. Both interior and exterior lighting will benefit from the update.

There are many secrets to find under the waves. Look out for circling gulls which may indicate there’s something hiding below.

You may notice that many old landmarks have received a facelift in the updated version. Dom’s Hardware has been redesigned, both inside and out, to fit the world better. It includes new lights, decorations and adornments.

Remember to check the rooftops of buildings too. You never know where loot may be hiding!

After receiving feedback from the community, some significant improvements have been made:

Here are just some of the changes made thanks to feedback from the community.

Fixes:

Fixed Bruce and Thomas’ textures missing.
Fixed a rare issue where the game could become soft-locked after starting to trade.
Fixed issue with trader perks not working correctly.
Fixed issue where audio bark and their corresponding facial animation could become mismatched.
Fixed erroneous dialogue options appearing when skipping through dialogue.
Fixed melee finishers, not providing XP.
Fixed issue where getting skills in improved draw speed for bows slowed down draw speed.
Fixed skills that affect bow hold times, sometimes not having an effect.
Fixed freelook input not working in packaged build of the game.
Fixed typo in Adventure item description.
Fixed NPC's facial animations continuing even after skipping their dialogue.
Fixed pressing left-bracket, affecting the camera.
Fixed selected perks not displaying as active when closing and reopening the inventory or switching to a different tab.

Added:

Added craftable 1000 Litre IBC Tank for water collector.
Some 1000 Litre IBC Tanks can be picked up if found out in the world, not safe-zones.
Crossbridge Safe-Zone now has rentable units.
Nadir Farm Safe-Zone now has rentable units.
Added perk cooldown system, a ten-minute cool down on a perk will activate when selecting a perk before being able to select a different one in the skill group column.
Added new VO and facial animations to most NPCs across the world.

Updated:

Freelook key now appears in the settings and is rebindable.
Increased frequency at which traders (currently Bruce Reed) will comment on attempted purchases.
Small tweaks to various NPC's dialogue.
Improved item descriptions for meat.
Buffed Steady Hand from 5% to 10% extra hold time on bows.
Buffed Hunter's Discipline from 10% to 15% extra hold time on bows.
Various item descriptions updated.
Damage effect has been changed to just the screen turning red instead, or a chromatic aberration effect.
Stamina effect has been changed to not impair vision so much, with an added ear ringing SFX.
Various written dialogue adjustments.

In case you missed the previous update, take a look at it here.

Community Highlight

Check out MacAttack as he tests out Hotfix 0.4.19.0a PREVIEW 15. Will he prevail in his battle versus the zombie swarms?

Make sure to follow his channel for more future videos!

Reddit's post of the week

So… What is for dinner? Crocodile!

Be aware of all the different creatures to expect on the map. Some of them might not be as friendly as you thought!

Facebook post of the week

Attention all customers!

Due to a zombie attack, our delivery guy will be running late with your orders… forever 💀

Wishlist now!

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