Devblog 198

✦AI summary2d

Major update introducing the Chainsaw and SPAS-12, alongside new incendiary ammo, upkeep grief protection, and significant engine/lighting optimizations.

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▲Buffs6

Incendiary Shotgun ShellsAdded Incendiary Shotgun Shells, allowing shotguns to deal fire damage.

Repair System

Repairing items is now significantly cheaper, costing only 20% of total cost instead of 50%.50%→20% %
Repair Bench:Removed the wood cost requirement for using the repair bench.Required→Removed
Mailboxes, beds, and all signs, banners, and frames are now repairable.Limited→Expanded

BedsBeds can now be picked up using a hammer if the player has building privilege.No→Yes

GeneralAdded upkeep grief protection to prevent malicious base decay triggers.→Added

▼Nerfs1

GeneralSearchlights are no longer accessible without Tool Cupboard (TC) access.Public→TC Access Required

✚Bug fixes1

GeneralFixed an exploit involving foundation rotation.Active→Fixed

◆Other changes6

ChainsawAdded the Chainsaw as a new tool/weapon to the game.→Added
SPAS-12 ShotgunAdded the SPAS-12 Shotgun to the arsenal.→Added
ScientistsScientists now have proper loot tables for more consistent rewards.→Proper
General
- Bandages and syringes now explicitly show their healing information.Hidden→Visible
- Upgraded game engine to Unity 2017.1.3 for better performance and stability.Older→2017.1.3
- Vastly improved interior lighting and added world reflection graphics settings.→Improved