Devblog 144

✦AI summary1d

Introduction of the Python revolver, overhaul of plant growth and genetics, and various player animation and audio optimizations.

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Players can now take clones of plants, allowing for the propagation of specific genetics.→Added
Plants now share genetics with their clones, enabling selective breeding for better yields.→Shared

GeneralGraphics:Allowed 'graphics.shadowmode 2' to be used on quality level 2 and above.Quality 3+→Quality 2+

P250P250 damage now drops off more quickly over distance, reducing its long-range viability.→Increased

Plants
- Plants now grow visibly over time instead of snapping instantly to the next growth stage.snapping→gradual
- A small seedling is now always visible immediately after planting for better visual feedback.invisible→seedling visible
PlayerIronsights:Players can now see when other players are aiming down the ironsights of a weapon.hidden→visible
General
- Resource Spawning:Resource spawns now check for players and constructions in a radius to prevent spawning inside structures.
- Junkpiles:Junkpiles now check surrounding terrain when spawning to ensure proper placement.
- Spawn Handler:Improved the spawn handler respawn rate using multiple retries for easier balancing.