Sanguine - Patch 1.8.2

Patch 1.8.2 is now live!

This update introduces the new Focus Mode feature, expands map functionality with zoom controls, and addresses a variety of gameplay issues and localization fixes.

New Feature - Focus Mode

A brand new Focus Mode feature has been added to Sanguine.

• Focus Mode allows players to view the world through Kris's eyes, providing a first-person perspective for better observation, route planning, and item discovery.

Controls:

• Keyboard: Press Spacebar while standing still

• Gamepad: Press X while standing still

  • While in Focus Mode: Move the Mouse or Right Stick to look around

• Remember: Kris remains vulnerable while using Focus Mode.

• Sensitivity currently depends on the active Keyboard or Gamepad UI layout. Additional customization options are planned for a future update.

Map Improvements

• Added the ability to zoom in and out while viewing the in-game map.

Controls:

• Keyboard & Mouse:

  • Hold Left Mouse Button to zoom in

  • Hold Right Mouse Button to zoom out

• Gamepad:

  • Hold Left Trigger to zoom in

  • Hold Right Trigger to zoom out

Additional map updates:

• Updated the Map UI legend to display zoom controls.

• Added a zoom level indicator.

• Updated Map tutorial documentation to explain zoom functionality.

UI & Tutorial Improvements

• Updated the Keybindings screen for both Keyboard and Gamepad controls.

  • Added Focus Mode controls to the Keybindings display.

• Added Focus Mode instructions to the Controls tutorial.

• Updated the Save Screen legend to include mouse controls.

• Updated the Early Access splash screen messaging.

• Fully revised the first Controls tutorial document to improve clarity and better support both keyboard and controller players.

Survivor Stories Updates

• Brought enemy collision improvements from the Main Campaign into Survivor Stories.

• Fixed an issue where break interactions on boxes and pots could occasionally remain active after destruction inside the Farmhouse.

• Fixed 9mm ammunition purchased amount received from the Shop:

  • 5 → 10 rounds

• Localized the Survivor Stories Teleporter item.

• Localized Crowbar interactions on metal crates.

Improvements & Fixes

• Slightly reduced Kris's idle animation speed.

• Added a Bloods Message hint before the Dillon boss encounter.

  • This message is intended to better prepare players for the encounter mechanics.

• Fixed collision issues on pipes outside the Generator Room in the Sewers.

• Fixed collision issues behind the VHS Shop doorway in 2nd St.

• Fixed collision issues on the wall near the Bronze Room in the Sewers.

Known Issues

I am aware of issues affecting the tracking of the following achievements/challenges:

• Gone Fishing

• No More Lullabies

These issues are currently being investigated and will be addressed in an upcoming patch.

Thank you all for your continued feedback, bug reports, suggestions, streams, videos, and reviews. Features like Focus Mode, and many of the quality-of-life improvements added over the last several patches have come directly from player feedback!

As always, I'll continue monitoring your thoughts and looking for ways to improve Sanguine throughout Early Access. Thank you for being part of the journey, and I hope you enjoy Patch 1.8.2!

-Ryan