Hey Pathologists, we've just rolled out an update for our PTE branch build for Autopsy Only Mode. Our first update for the AOM PTE [b]adds a new Loppers minigame, fixes a bug around missing translation strings, adds improvements to the scoring and hint systems in Autopsy Only Mode, and more.[/b]
Find all the details of what's new for this PTE update in our Patch Notes below! 👇
[h2]Patch Notes - Update 1 - Autopsy Only Mode PTE[/h2]
[h3]Additions[/h3]
[list][*] Addition of the Loppers Minigame for removing the rib cage.
[*] Addition of placeholder textures for specific conditions and wound graphics which now replace missing art assets in Autopsy Only Mode, to remove some ‘X mark’ placeholders for assets.
[*] Examinations now have full descriptions, instead of single words for their examination descriptions.
[*] Addition of randomized facial hair style and head design for the cadaver.
[*] Additional sequence added to Autopsy Only Mode at the end of the Autopsy, where the player puts the body inside the fridge to close out the examination.
[*] Walkman is now added as an intractable object.
[*] Players can now interact with the in-game radio, which plays the main theme of Autopsy Simulator.[/list] [h3]Fixes[/h3] [list][*] Fixed a bug around missing translations strings found in documents throughout Autopsy Only Mode.
[*] Blood tests are now fully functional in Autopsy Only Mode.[/list][h3]Improvements[/h3][list][*] Player now has to take photos and use the magnifier tool to inspect the cadaver before opening the body.
[*] Overall improvements to the hint systems in Autopsy Only Mode.
[*] Specific tweaks to the scoring system in Autopsy Only Mode.
[*] Added some music and sound effects to Autopsy Only Mode.[/list]
[i][u]NOTE: Our PTE is currently in English Only. We'll be looking to add more languages soon, but as this is a pre-alpha build the game mode is in English only. AOM will feature more languages in full release![/u][/i]
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[h2]PTE Known Issues[/h2]
Although we've fixed a number of bugs found in our previous playtest, the PTE build remains a pre-alpha meaning you'll likely run into issues throughout your playthrough. Our Known Issues list is below:
[h3]Softlock Issues:[/h3]
Issue: Changing the Action button in the Controls menu makes neither LMB nor the new button working in menus for Autopsy Only Mode.
What to do: Avoid changing the action button. Our settings are a work in progress for this build, so this functionality is not yet finalized.
Issue: After finishing a blood test, if you quickly interact with another object or pull away from the blood test the game can softlock.
What to do: When finishing blood test with microscope, avoid quickly pressing the left mouse button. The cursor icon can be visible and still cause a softlock, so wait until your character's point of view has returned before left clicking.
Issue: The pipette screen can occasionally softlock.
What to do: The pipette may stay in the players control after completing the mini game, which blocks moving on. If happens it should be safe to restart the game mode.
Issue: Checking blood under a microscope occasionally softlocks the game.
What to do: If the blood under the microscope freezes, try to exit with right mouse button. If this continues, restart via the pause menu.
[h3]Other Issues:[/h3]
Issue: Putting on gloves and aprons on at the end of an autopsy may cause players to revive points towards their final score. This is a current error and does not impact gameplay.
Issue: Players are unable to highlight wounds on the clipboard in Autopsy Only Mode. The Clipboard is not finalized yet and is a work in progress.
Issue: Whilst remapped to a different button, the tab button will open but not close.
What to do: Avoid button remapping. Our settings are a work in progress at this stage of development.
Issue: Settings control options can be inconsistent in Autopsy Only Mode. Our current settings menus are still a work in progress for AOM and will be finalized for future builds/for the full launch of Autopsy Only Mode.
Issue: Button prompts do not change when button remapping in Autopsy Only Mode and can display the wrong buttons when changing controls.
What to do: Avoid button remapping. Our settings are a work in progress at this stage of development.
Issue: The controls menu and options inside this menu react with a delay in Autopsy Only Mode. These settings are a work in progress and will be updated soon.
Issue: Entering the Pause Menu and pressing Back while interacting with the cadaver makes parts of the interface disappear.
What to do: Re-entering the Pause Menu brings the UI back.
Issue: Some sound effects are missing from Autopsy Only Mode, as sound effects are still a work in progress for the game mode.
Issue: After cutting the top of the cadaver’s head, the area can remain marked as an interactive zone when this action is complete. This is a visual issue and has no impact on gameplay.
Issue: If you turn censorship on and draw blood from the cadaver, it results in one pixel being coloured red in Autopsy Only Mode. This issue has no impact on gameplay.
Issue: The incorrect voice-over is triggered when picking up the liver in Autopsy Only Mode. Our sound effects are not yet finalised for Autopsy Only Mode.
Issue: When opening up the chest of the cadaver, there’s currently no animation for the stringed fluid beneath the chest. This is a visual issue only.
Issue: Shadow resolution cannot be changed in the graphics settings menu in Autopsy Only Mode. Our settings are still a work in progress and will be finalised later for Autopsy Only Mode.
Issue: A ‘Skip’ prompt will appear in the lower right corner whilst some voiceover lines are active, which currently is unusable. This is a work in progress and this button is currently a visual placeholder. It will function in the final version/future builds of Autopsy Only Mode.
Issue: The page for marking and noting wounds on organ’s can sometimes be incorrect, marking on the main page instead in Autopsy Only Mode. The clipboard is a work in progress and its functionality is not yet final.
Issue: Music is not present in Autopsy Only Mode. Our music and sound effects are not yet finalised for Autopsy Only Mode’s PTE.
[h2]PTE Feedback[/h2]
Have some feedback or ran into an issue in the PTE? Let us know in our [url=https://discord.gg/EBxRfkM29w]Autopsy Discord server.[/url] We're also looking for specific feedback around the simulation gameplay, AOM's game-loop and scoring system, so we can collate your feedback and use this to create the best PTE possible!
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[h2]How to join the PTE:[/h2]
To join the PTE, head to the BETA tab in the properties of Autopsy Simulator in your Steam Library. Once here, select the 'None' drop down and an option named 'Autopsy_only_preview' will appear. Select this option from the drop-down and opt-into the AOM PTE branch!
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Here are the full steps to access the AOM PTE:
[olist][*] Go to your Steam Library
[*] Right Click on Autopsy Simulator
[*] Click on Properties
[*] Select the BETAS tab on the left
[*] Select the 'None' drop down in the top right of the Beta menu.
[*] Select 'Autopsy_only_preview' in the drop down menu.
[*] Click on "Opt-into: Autopsy_only_preview"
[*] Autopsy Simulator should now be downloading an update for Autopsy Only Mode! If not, simply quit and restart Steam.[/olist][h2]Want to learn more about the PTE?[/h2]
Check out all the key PTE information on our previous PTE announcement:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1283230/view/4672011608148862454
We hope you enjoy this new update, Pathologists. Thank you for taking part in our PTE and providing us with valuable feedback to improve our simulation based game mode! 👋🖤
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