Hello everyone, As always, we are grateful for the feedback the community has provided us about 2MD. We are happy to announce our first major feature update that includes: * QB Running * Practice Mode * Throw Calibration * Point Bonuses * Championship Ring There's a lot to talk about, so let's get started: [b] QB RUNNING MODE + ACHIEVEMENT [/b] This is a big one - and was something that has been in the works for a while. Now, after the snap, pressing a direction on the D-Pad will allow your QB to start running the ball! Pressing "up" runs forward, "left" and "right" sidle in that direction, and "down" backpedals. Being able to run the ball is especially important for those times in which that first down or TD is juuuuust out of reach. Additionally, you can use your free hand to 'stiff arm' dummies on your way down the field. We have also changed the "Kicker" achievement to "QB Sneak," awarded for running the ball into the end-zone for a touchdown. (We also understand that for some players, moving this way in VR might be uncomfortable. Rest assured it is not necessary to ever run the ball to win the game, as 2MD is balanced for multiple play styles. As an option, however, it is there, and we'd love to know what you think.) [b] PRACTICE MODE [/b] Created for those players who want to hone their skills free of the clock, the practice field allows you to run a simple ring drill. To enter the practice field, simply click on the rings propped up against the rehab cart: [img]http://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/30748067/d98ab3fb3c6691db47b7cc7159743bd99d33f1ad.jpg[/img] The tutorial has also been modified to take you to this mode, so if you feel like letting the coach yell at you for a bit, give it a go: just click the coach to re-enter tutorial mode. Click him again to shut him up! [img]http://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/30748067/2ce55f544d2f195bd0a06949f0d9e41e0cdc75db.jpg[/img] More importantly, however, the practice field is home to another major addition . . . [b] THROW CALIBRATION [/b] After listening to community feedback, we realized that a one-size-fits-all option wasn't adequate as different VR setups have different quirks. Housed within the practice area is the throw calibration panel. Here you can tune the release height and power distribution of your throws, until the mechanics are optimal for your play style. [img]http://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/30748067/0b12a1bc7e7015b3faa622781824497fb14173e6.jpg[/img] The setting changes you make here are global / game-wide, and will persist until you return to the practice field and change them again or hit 'reset' to return to the default. [b] POINT BONUSES [/b] Based on community feedback and an analysis of leader board trends and individual play-style, we've decided to tune the bonus point system. Now, bonus points are awarded for completing passes, as well as for finishing the round with time left remaining on the clock. Additionally, choosing to skip the bonus round (and save your throwing arm) wont require forfeiting all the additional points. So expect to see some big changes in the leader boards. Now's the best time to jump in and destroy your old high score! [b] "LIVE FEED" CAM [/b] 2MD has a build in broadcast view for spectators watching the game outside of VR. But both the player and the spectators can toggle between the broadcast view and the 1st person perspective in real-time, by hitting the spectator button or the spacebar on the keyboard. [img]http://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/30748067/278d8716d0041cc6abfe3738210ce97ccab81ff6.jpg[/img][img]http://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/30748067/2fe20eb661a7efb509ddd936e6e0d96be03b3352.jpg[/img] Now, when the 1st person view is active, a small "LIVE" logo will be visible on the lower right hand corner of the player's view. This is especially helpful if you are streaming, and want to dynamically switch between views as the magic happens. [img]http://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/30748067/841adf0e2178c59d5102001a9f42ab8f801739e5.jpg[/img] [b] CHAMPIONSHIP RING[/b] What would talk of "showing off" be without a little bling? For those players skilled enough to conquer all 7 opponents, you'll now have a flashy reminder that you can use to get lucrative endorsements, and the admiration of all your peers* [img]http://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/30748067/e31b6847246ec7c878eb7888c79d2bd22ff55012.jpg[/img] [i]*not really.[/i] Additional graphical tweaks have been made to further polish the presentation, and should be noticeable in all areas of play (but especially the locker room). Lastly, we've made some behind the scenes tweaks which should allow for a smoother experience overall. As always, keep letting us know what you think, and we look forward to seeing you on the leader boards! -M (Truant Pixel, LLC)