[img]https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32222500/65e877217a16648d739fca725b77564aea1753ea.jpg[/img] Welcome to the [b]Seventh Early Access update[/b] to The Blackout Club! [url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/599080/discussions/0/1812044473311188147/]Full Patch Notes for Update 8 Can Be Found HERE on the Forum[/url] This update brings with it a lot of quality-of-life improvements, better UI, LOTS AND LOTS of behind-the-scenes optimization which will hopefully improve performance on lower-end machines, and some neat new features. We also did some balance changes, including changes to the Prank Caller skill tree. [img]https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32222500/90b0845738376a1337ece616e708290bb97bff4b.jpg[/img] [h1][u]NEW FEATURES/CONTENT[/u]:[/h1] [list] [*] You'll find some new kids hanging out in the Hideout, the [b]Whisper Twins[/b], a pair of random NPC kid buddies who occasionally discuss the latest rumors and events in Redacre after players complete missions. [*] We've also added a new experimental [b]"Screenshot Mode"[/b] by popular request, which allows you to disable the HUD for a more immersive gameplay experience, or just to grab sweet beautiful screenshots. Press Alt+V to toggle this on/off. :) [*] You will find a new [b]Club Handbook [/b]in the Hideout . This is a simple tutorial user guide to make our new user experience cleaner. (Let us know in the forums what else you wish you knew when starting the game, so we can improve the experience for future new players!) [*] and more! [/list] [img]https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32222500/c3ed15c6a642c2b835b4766388d5e8e9392c422f.png[/img] [h1][u]BALANCE CHANGES[/u]:[/h1] [list] [*] The [b]Prank Call skill tree[/b] received the most attention this update, and in general has received a bit of a nerf. The cooldown on this ability has been increased, and enemies will no longer fall for the entire prank call recording before hanging up. Also, durations have been added for hacked cameras and traps, so work fast! [*] We've made a bunch of background [b]improvements to AI[/b] including their pathfinding in tight spaces and areas which require you to crouch. Some of your favorite hiding places may not be so safe in the future! [*] The [b]LUCKY LOOT [/b]power has also changed to allow you to get a chance for double loot items for all field items in chests, not just ammo types. [*] and more! [/list] Check out the full notes linked above for the rest (there's a lot more!). We didn't even mention all the new UI, including a new Ritual Menu! Now you can get rid of that body in style, before the Lucids get to you! [img]https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32222500/714a3182b6a9faff03e5eb56279a42749a9695dc.jpg[/img] As always, we love to hear your thoughts in the comments and forums. Please check out the [url=https://discord.gg/theblackoutclub]Discord server[/url] to find other players to play with, discuss strategies and tips, or share your speculation about the mysteries beneath Redacre! Thanks and see you around the neighborhood! -Question