Zaxoid Update (ZX01)

Release Notes

Features & Improvements

• Cargo Drops Reactivated! During surface missions, cargo crates now parachute down from orbit. Seek them out and destroy the crates to deploy powerful new structures:

  • Radio Tower – Boosts city radar range, giving defensive units like the Ion Cannon improved lock-on distance.

  • Mining Rig – Automatically mines nanites directly from the planet’s surface.

• Citizen Rescue Expanded – You can now rescue up to 4 citizens at a time. The Titan starts with a base capacity of 2, while other ships start with 1.

• New Unlock: Extra Seats – Permanently increases citizen carrying capacity to 4.

Quality of Life & UI

• Achievement screen now clearly displays which game mode each achievement is available in.

• Pilot now reminds you to collect unopened cargo drops.

• Expanded docking distance when entering cities for smoother landings.

• Radar markers (edge-of-planet icons) have been tuned for better readability.

• Camera zoom in surface combat adjusted so the top and bottom of the planet are no longer hidden, greatly improving visibility and playability.

Audio & Visual Polish

• Custom explosion sounds added for asteroids and Enemy Darts.

• Health Pickups now have satisfying new FX and audio.

• Harvester death now has proper audio and visual effects.

• Beam Blaster audio volume on the Prowler significantly lowered (it was way too loud).

• Added FX and audio for several other interactions.

Balance Adjustments

• Shields now have a short delay before they begin recharging after taking damage.

• Prowler starting shield strength adjusted.

• Wasp and Spur enemy health tuned.

• Weak points on enemies now reset the score multiplier timer when destroyed.

• Arcade Mode: Units now correctly add to population count.

Bug Fixes

• Numerous small bugs fixed and general stability improvements.

Ready to drop into the next planetary assault! Let us know how the new cargo drops and rescue capacity feel — happy hunting, pilots!