Waking up thirsty: sleep system prototype

In Paleolith, sleep isn’t just a menu option — it’s a real, animated action. We’ve been working on a basic version of the sleep mechanic, and here’s how it works right now:

• The character lies down with a full-body animation

• Time speeds up — fatigue, thirst, hunger, and health change dynamically

• When thirst reaches a critical level, the character wakes up automatically

This is just one part of a larger system where your needs shape how long you can rest and what happens while you sleep. In future versions, shelter warmth, weather, and dreams will all affect sleep.

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