ZK1L4 Update v1.1 is Live! New Skills, Balance, and Improvements

Hi everyone!

Santosai here! This update focuses on polish, balance improvements, bug fixes, and making every run feel more dynamic and rewarding. As a solo developer, I’m incredibly grateful for every bit of feedback, this update is the first step in making ZK1L4 even better for you.

Highlights of v1.1

✨ New Improvements

• More dynamic skill selection screen (visual effects + feedback). Better readability in UI and improved clarity in stats.

• Added Version label in main menu. Changed global points used for Upgrades/Shopping from Currency to Evolution Points ⬢

• Added 5 new guns Added a new Z: Gold Z which has tons of HP but upon defeat gives great rewards

• Added a new starting gun: Uzi

⚖️ Balance Adjustments

• Decreased general Z damage in early game

• Gold rewards are now more consistent and fair.

• Passive skills rebalanced to create more exciting synergies.

• Early-game and mid-game pacing improved.

🎨 Visual Upgrades

• Better glow effects on buttons.

• Enhanced GPU particles for interactions when acquiring a new upgrade.

• Smoother transitions during level-up and upgrades.

• Improved loading screen graphics.

🐞 Bug Fixes

• Fixed audio issues where some sounds wouldn’t play on level-up.

• Fixed inconsistencies in skill cost calculations.

• Improved an issue in which currency could be negative.

• Improved menu navigation at Main Menu

🧡 Thank You!!

Thank you for playing and supporting ZK1L4!

I’m a solo indie dev, and every update is built with love.

Your feedback keeps this project alive, and more updates are already on the way. 🙏

If you enjoy the game, leaving a review or sharing it with a friend helps a LOT!

Stay safe out there… the zombies aren't slowing down. 🧟🔥