Project Velocity Alpha 2 Patch notes and News

Alpha Update Change Notes

Removed Features:

• Cable Ability: Temporarily removed to rework and improve the mechanic.

Gameplay Adjustments:

• Dynamic FOV: Disabled dynamic field of view changes to maintain a consistent player perspective.
• Base Speed: Increased the player's base speed by 2x for faster-paced gameplay.
• Head Bobbing: Introduced head bobbing to enhance the sense of movement and immersion.
• Gravity and Jump Power: Adjusted gravity and reduced jump power to decrease the "floatiness" and create a more grounded experience.

New Additions:

• Visual Speed Lines: Added visual lines when the player is moving fast to emphasize speed.
• Boost Ability: Implemented a new boost ability that allows players to slow down time and choose their boost direction for strategic movement.

Testing Environment:

• New Testing Map: Updated the testing map for players to try out the new mechanics and provide feedback.

Upcoming Features in the Next Update

• Hand/Body Mesh: Add visible hand and body mesh to the player's perspective for better immersion.
• Camera Tilt: Implement slight camera tilting when moving left or right to simulate head wobble.
• Sliding Mechanic: Introduce a sliding mechanic to enhance movement options.
• Time Trials: Add time trial challenges for players to compete and improve their speed runs.

News

Volunteer Opportunity:

• Level Editor/Designer Needed: We are looking for a volunteer to assist with creating maps and levels. If you have a passion for level design and want to contribute to the project, please reach out. Any help is greatly appreciated as I continue to improve my level design skills.