[img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27857946/aea0472223144bcbea2072d71945d1f362fe178e.png[/img] New improvements have been made to graphics, performance/stability, and input/UI. In addition, an experimental local co-op feature has been added to the game. Check out all the exciting quality-of-life changes that are included in the upcoming game update patch: [h2]GRAPHICS[/h2] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27857946/79e77c430c4a193b6d637b9072d3ec24c8296199.png[/img] [list] [*] [b]Graphics Quality Improvements[/b] - Arbitrary main rendering resolution, better anti-aliasing, higher-quality post-processing effects, and a high-end super-sampling option [*] [b]Better Framerates[/b] - Greater gameplay smoothness with more accurate timing and animation sync at all framerates, improved frame-pacing, and high refresh rate support [*] [b]High-Quality Shadows[/b] - Complete shadowing revamp featuring improved standard shadow filtering without performance loss; new, higher quality filter options; resolution options; and even additional shadow casters [*] [b]More Depth in Environments[/b] - Implemented HBAO+ ambient occlusion as an alternative higher-quality SSAO option, providing more depth and plasticity to all scenes [*] [b]Improved Draw Distance[/b] - Added a draw distance setting which applies to grass/clutter, monsters, and NPCs, completely eliminating pop-in on the highest settings [*] [b]High-Quality Textures[/b] - Added high-quality texture pack (generated from original sources, partially with AI upsampling, and full mipmaps) [/list] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27857946/5e5dee5d5a6928a5da14d0aa26126bdf4415c9c3.gif[/img] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27857946/bad5d8aef0283c98bf3a8a7174821ff596c7a010.png[/img] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27857946/7327a32fd0b8369e35938a9e7851b9ea6bc4dfc0.png[/img] [h2]INPUT/UI[/h2] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27857946/749f99f0dc272115a837cec4581cbb57981a73c8.png[/img] [list] [*] [b]Mouse Control Redone[/b] - Improved camera mouse controls, replacing joystick emulation with direct 1:1 control [*] [b]Individual Key Bindings[/b] - Movement keys are now individually bindable, and added a keybinding for walking (slow movement) with keyboard/mouse controls [*] [b]Natural Control[/b] - Changed default bindings to fit common usage by PC gamers [/list] [h2]STABILITY & PERFORMANCE[/h2] [list] [*] [b]Now 64-bit[/b] - Switched to 64-bit build to address space fragmentation issues in long sessions [*] [b]Save VRAM[/b] - Fixed multiple video memory leaks [*] [b]Crash Fix[/b] - Fixed potential crash when switching between languages [*] [b]More Crash Fix[/b] - Improved render thread synchronization to prevent specific types of race condition crashes [*] [b]Faster I/O[/b] - Removed superfluous asset encryption [*] [b]Optimized Shadows[/b] - Improved shadow rendering performance by preventing unnecessary memory traffic [/list] [h2]MISCELLANEOUS[/h2] [list] [*] [b]100% Achievement on KB/M Control[/b] - Fixed the unlocking of some achievements when playing with keyboard/mouse controls [*] [b]Typo Fixes[/b] - Fixed several typos and dialogue/text issues throughout the game [*] [b]Cloud Save Data[/b] - Fixed slightly-too-low cloud save limit when using a very large number of saves [/list] [h2]NEW CO-OP MODE[/h2] [list] [*] 2-Player local co-op mode has been added [/list] About co-op mode: [list] [*] Need to supply two Xinput controllers [*] You must have 2 or more characters in the party in order for the second player to join the game [*] SP is shared [*] Second player does not receive the “AI cheats” (i.e. AI-controlled characters only take half damage, whereas second player in co-op mode will take the full amount of damage) [*] Not officially supported and limited support will be available for troubleshooting [/list] To enable co-op mode: [olist] [*] Open Steam libraries through the Steam client. [*] Right-click on Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA, and click “Properties” [*] Click “Set Launch Options” [*] Input “--coop” into the parameter and click “OK.” [*] Launch the game [*] Press “Start” on the second controller to enable second player [/olist] Check out the [u][url=https://store.steampowered.com/app/579180/Ys_VIII_Lacrimosa_of_DANA/]Steam sale[/url][/u] for [i]Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA[/i]! Save big on this epic adventure and explore the Isle of Seiren with Adol and crew today!