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Version 0.3.5 was a major patch released on the 20th of March 2013.

Forum Changelog

Multiplayer[]

  • Early multiplayer component implemented in Fort Defense.
  • Added multiplayer setup menu to create a server, IP to join will be used.
  • Resource system for Fort Defense mode.
  • Added "grab" function.
  • Players can flip vehicles over.
  • Desert themed Fort Wars level.
  • Implemented a chat, kick and ban system.
  • Solved some network movement issues.
  • Lobby system displaying ping/gametype and server name.

Movement[]

  • Fixed certain character problems.
  • Fatigue system, player screaming during falls.
  • Players can go prone.
  • Major movement changes.

Blocks and Resources[]

  • Added stairs and ramps
  • Added pallet system
  • Implemented different types of material durability.
  • Pallets will act as physical objects which can be thrown at other players.

Misc[]

  • Optimized 3D tileset merging process and LODs - related memory bug fixed.
  • Optimized particle effects for explosions.
  • New login system.
  • The ingame login system has been rebuilt and now makes use of simple 3D menus and is fully stable. It will be included in the next update.
  • Giant Leeches may spawn, rate at wich they do spawn is unknown.
  • Added glass shattering particles for the VAT.
  • Option to switch between online and offline play.
  • New flying enemy.
  • AI tweaks.
  • Implement sound system for vehicles.
  • Improved vehicle physics.
  • Multi threading support.
  • Fixed some bugs with the rocket and laser turrets.
  • Enemies use a special physics movement system as the player.


Minor[]

The following minor patches followed this version.

Version 0.3.5b[]

Additions[]

  • Chat window has a history which can be viewed by pressing [ENTER].
  • Chat history can be scrolled via your Mouse Wheel.
  • Network connection status is logged on-screen while attempting to join servers, create servers, etc.
  • Texture sizes reduced: 4x Smaller on Fastest, 2x Smaller on Fast, Simple and Good.

Fixes[]

  • Activate, Respawn and Drop (default [E], [R] and [X]) keys will not trigger while in chat or other menus.
  • Resetting the level or disconnecting does not cause lag; clearing of all blocks will not cause audio nor particle spam.
  • Failure to connect to our servers to download StarForge account info does not prevent users from playing the game. (Steam account still required.)
  • Pallets spawn rapidly in Creative mode - as opposed to almost not at all.
  • The server host pressing [Q] will not cause server-wide slow-motion.
  • Pressing [C] will not cause camera to switch to the camera positions of other players.