Playtest Update Available

Hi everyone! A new update is now available, introducing multiple improvements to gameplay, camera behavior, tutorial flow, UI, and several technical optimizations.

This update is the direct result of playtest feedback and a focused polish pass. Here’s what’s new:

🎥 Camera & Controls

• Added camera FOV adjustment option

• Reworked Camera modes:

  • introduced an intelligent preset system that automatically adjusts FOV and camera distance

  • full manual customization is still available for advanced users

• Improved camera behavior near screen edges, increasing the sense of freedom of movement during action-heavy moments

⚔️ Gameplay & Visual Feedback

• Added an off-screen indicator for minibosses

• Improved the temporary power-up selection algorithm, preventing certain power-ups from being excluded during a run

• Added a new contextual tip before the Meteor section

• Further reduced in-game stuttering, thanks to an improved resource preload system

📘 Tutorial & Onboarding

• Improved tutorial, now:

  • more immediate

  • clearer

  • better contextualized to gameplay

• The tutorial now starts automatically on the very first run

• Added an option to skip the tutorial for experienced players

🧭 Menu & User Interface

• Updated menu system:

  • new background screen (non-AI)

  • new layout for menu entries

  • new level selection screen (Stage Map)

• Difficulty selection implemented (Easy / Medium / Hard)

  • available at the start of every new run

🎵 Audio & Progression

• New original soundtrack (non-AI):

  • played upon mission completion

  • and after defeating a miniboss

• Added the ability to sell (refund) upgrades in the shop

🔧 Final Notes

This update significantly improves:

• overall fluidity

• camera control and readability

• new player onboarding

• general game feel and polish

As always, thank you for your continued support and feedback — it’s essential for improving the game.

Enjoy the update and see you in-game! 💪