[h2]Hey everyone![/h2] It’s time for another update on what’s been happening with Backrooms Media’s development. There’s been a lot going on this week as I work on gameplay improvements, tackle some long-standing issues, and add a few extra touches to make things more immersive. It’s been busy, but I’m excited to share the progress with you! [h3]💡 What am I working on this week?[/h3] First off, networking continues to be my major focus. I’m trying to make multiplayer as smooth and reliable as possible. I know how much a stable connection matters for a great experience, so I’m putting in extra care to make it happen. On the gameplay side, I’ve made some tweaks to the parking lot area to give it more of a lived-in, immersive feel. There have also been lighting improvements across several levels, which should help deepen the atmosphere and create a mood that shifts depending on where you are. Who knows, it might even make you question what’s hiding in the shadows! You're probably familiar with the infamous bacteria monster. You’ll notice it’s starting to feel a bit more lifelike...and maybe a bit more terrifying! I’ve added new animations that should bring it to life in a way that keeps you on your toes. And while we’re talking entities, I’ve also been fine-tuning the AI for the hazmat suit mob. I’ve also made a few adjustments to the UI for smoother navigation. I unified settings and added smoother transitions between levels to keep you immersed as you explore. Plus, based on your feedback, I’ve made it so you can close the menu with the Esc button - a small change, but hopefully a helpful one for many of you. I’m aiming to include all of these improvements in the November update - would love to hear your thoughts! [h3]🎮 What’s coming in December? Just a little teaser...[/h3] I also wanted to give you a small hint about something exciting that's coming in December. I'm working on a new game mode that’s going to offer something different from the current exploration focus. This mode will introduce a different objective, with new ways to interact with the monsters and environment. You’ll have opportunities to assemble a few unique contraptions as you go, and the Underground Research level will become the main hub for this new mission. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44779997/bf0fc3edd360238973b1921e35e583630804e309.gif[/img] [h3]🤝 Join the community[/h3] As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Leave a comment here, or hop into the official [url=https://discord.com/invite/W4HxsWxvyj]Backrooms Media Discord server[/url] to stay up-to-date with news, connect with the community, and chat with me directly. You can also report bugs and share feedback - your input helps me shape the game. See you next week! [i]— Patrik[/i] https://store.steampowered.com/app/2714970/Backrooms_Media/