The Demo for Realm Survivors is now live! Here are latest updates to the game: [h2][u][b] Gameplay Improvements[/b][/u][/h2] [h3][b]Character Movement:[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Increased baseline movement speed for all characters. [*] Added invincibility frames (I-frames) during dashes. [*] Implemented a phasing effect during dashes to move through enemies. [*] Reduced dash cooldown to 3 seconds (from 4 seconds). [/list] [h3][b]Projectiles:[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Slightly reduced the speed of ranged enemy projectiles. [*] Increased projectile flight duration. [*] Meta Progression: [*] Reduced early-game costs for meta progression upgrades. [/list] [h3][b]Abilities:[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Updated the training sword's hitbox for improved accuracy. [*] Increased the hitbox size of the fireball ability for better targeting. [*] Added a mild knockback effect to the throw stone ability. [*] Introduced a burn effect to the fireball ability, applying damage over time. [*] Added visual feedback for when the character is hit: the screen briefly splashes red, and the player’s directional indicator turns red. [*] Added a root ability for the Mutant Boss. [*] Modified the Butcher Boss’s charge ability to serve as a primary gap-closer and main attack with large and powerful cleave functionality. [*] Introduced two new ultimate abilities: [list] [*] Barrage [*] Divine Radiance [/list] [/list] [h3][b]New Features:[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Added an auto-aim toggle function. [*] Introduced a reroll functionality for ability selection during level-ups. [*] Added an unlockable subtrait system; players can equip subtraits after completing associated quests. [*] Added more quests to complete. [*] Introduced difficulty settings (Easy, Normal, Hard), modifying enemy health and damage to 80%, 100%, and 150%, respectively. [*] Added new ground indicators for boss abilities. [*] Introduced a new enemy: Goblin Bomber—charges the player with a lit bomb. [*] Added a dynamic spawning system to cap on-screen enemies. Experience gains remain constant as enemies are killed. i.e. the more enemies killed the more exp gained. [*] Added a new trial mode: Kill Countdown—defeat as many enemies as possible within the time limit. Rewards improve with higher kill counts. [/list] [h3][b]Quality of Life Updates[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Added a back button (gamepad east or Escape on keyboard) for easier menu navigation. [*] Improved the size and thickness of UI selection borders for better readability. [*] Removed redundant UI options (e.g., overlapping "X" and "Yes" buttons). [*] Enabled auto-open/close functionality for character select menus. [*] Updated default navigation after death or level completion to return to the character select menu. [*] Clarified quest conditions for unlocking the first character. [*] Added quest descriptions for locked characters and subtraits. [*] Introduced several selectable cursor options for better visibility. [/list] [b][h2]UI/UX Enhancements[/h2][/b] [h3][b]HUD and Indicators:[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Added a background to the dash timer for better visibility. [*] Improved ability bar visuals by adding a background to display ability levels more clearly. [*] Added descriptive tooltips for global buffs. [*] Implemented a visible timer for movement speed buffs. [*] Removed the bank icon and balance from the screen until a game save slot is selected. [*] Added an overhead health bar for the player character. [*] Replaced the HUD dash bar with a dash indicator on the overhead health bar. [/list] [h3][b]Menus:[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Fixed navigation and character selection issues in the character select menu. [*] Added a stats comparison window to evaluate purchased characters against the currently selected one. [*] Increased scrolling speed in the upgrades and unlocks menus. [*] Added a confirmation prompt to prevent accidental exits from the current scene. [*] Hid the back button in specific menus to avoid unintended scene changes. [*] Improved menu logic to prevent overlapping, enhancing quality of life and gameplay fluidity. [*] Visual and Audio Feedback: [*] Added an opening animation and sound effect for chests. [*] Enhanced on-screen quest indicators for better visibility. [*] Improved the intro quest message to prevent repetition. [*] Added new death sounds and taunts for characters. [*] Refined visual effects for abilities like Poison and Fire Nova for better clarity and visual impact. [*] Adjusted UI layouts to fix off-centered elements. [*] Zoomed the camera out to provide a larger view of the level. [/list] [h3][b]Audio Improvements[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Overhauled the sound system for improved variety, including dynamic pitch adjustments, instance limits, and enhanced mixing. [*] Balanced sound levels for many abilities. [*] Fixed inconsistencies in audio mixers for abilities such as Ground Slam, Chain Lightning, and Meteor. [*] Introduced a sound frequency limit to reduce sound-chaos during large enemy deaths. [*] Replaced background music with music that has a more appealing tone. [*] Included navigation sound effects for additional menus. [/list] [h1][b]Balance Changes[/b][/h1] Reduced boss HP to make fights feel less tedious. Adjusted difficulty scaling to ease early-game progression. [h1][b]Bug Fixes[/b][/h1] [list] [*] Fixed banner flickering caused by input during level-ups. Reduced menu navigation speed and added a delay before showing ability options. [*] Corrected an issue where the level-up menu remained interactable when the main menu was open. [*] Resolved buggy behavior when rapidly cycling characters in the character select menu. [*] Fixed a bug where pending upgrades were lost during simultaneous level-ups. [*] Addressed collider issues, including players getting stuck on spiders, chests, or dead enemies. [*] Reprogrammed the saving system to prevent errors across playthroughs. [/list] [h3][b]Known Issues[/b][/h3] [list] [*] Ground indicators for boss abilities and goblin bombs occasionally persist after the enemy is defeated. UPDATE: THIS SHOULD BE NOW FIXED IN LATEST HOTFIX [*] On-screen quest indicators disappear after one quest is completed. The quest remains completable, but the indicator no longer shows its location. [*] The kill count in trials remains cumulative across playthroughs instead of resetting. UPDATE: THIS SHOULD BE NOW FIXED IN LATEST HOTFIX [/list] [h1][b]Upcoming Demo Features (Work in Progress)[/b][/h1] [list] [*] Customizable key bindings. [*] Additional language localization. [*] Stronger prompting to select a subtrait before starting the level once subtraits are unlocked. [*] Improved button unselection/highlighting for mouse users. Buttons currently remain selected for gamepad and keyboard navigation of UI. [*] Expanded trial modes for greater play variety during the level. [/list]