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Scrap Mechanic
ActionAdventureIndie
Axolot Games · Axolot Games·$28.99
Dec 19, 2016 · 116mo ago

Winter Update 0.2.0

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Winter Update 0.2.0 introduces a new game engine for better performance, dynamic lighting, customizable suspension resistance, and a comprehensive visual overhaul of block textures and the Big Wheel.

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  • Game Engine
    • Reworked game engine significantly reduces crashes and improves framerates.
    • The engine now merges boxes and cylinders, resulting in fewer collision checks and better performance.
  • Lighting
    • Spotlights:Added dynamic lighting via headlamps and warehouse spotlights, allowing players to light up the environment.Added
    • Spotlights:Players can now set the distance the light reaches by pressing 'E' on the light source.Customizable
    • Spotlights:Lighting beams can now be colored using the Paint Tool.Paintable
  • Suspension
    • Added a resistance setting to suspensions, allowing them to be fine-tuned for different vehicle weights.Customizable
    • Suspensions can now be colored using the paint tool.Paintable
  • Blocks
    • Glass Block:Standard glass blocks are now completely clear; the previous version is now called 'tile glass'.OpaqueClear
    • Glass Block:Fixed an issue where glass did not render correctly in the workshop and inventory GUI.
  • General
    • Paint Tool:The paint tool now displays the currently selected color.
    • Player Names:Added names above players and improved the way they follow the mechanic.Improved
    • Tools:Removed maximum settings for engines, thrusters, and bearings.CappedRemoved
    • Weld Tool:Fixed a collision check issue with the Weld Tool.

Other changes5

  • Game EngineImplemented a new particle engine for rendering effects.New Engine
  • BlocksCompletely remade block textures to fit the final visual style of the game.Remade
  • Big WheelThe Big Wheel has been redesigned to meet new visual standards.Redesigned
  • General
    • Engines:Gas and Electric engines now have animations when adjusting engine settings.Added
    • Radio:Added on/off animations for the radio.Added

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Patch history

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  2. Update 0.6.0 Test (Updated May 30)May 9, 2022 · 51mo

    A massive technical update focused on modding tools, introducing a new Tile Editor, World Builder, and extensive Script API expansions, alongside general stability and performance optimizations.

    +4
  3. Update 0.5.1Mar 31, 2021 · 64mo

    Update 0.5.1 focuses on stability and bug fixes following the Creative Mode update, specifically addressing crashes and save file compatibility.

  4. Creative mode update test 0.5.0 (Updated March 30)Mar 4, 2021 · 65mo

    A comprehensive Creative mode update introducing bot capsules, expanded terrain with water and resources, new chat commands, and significant physics and performance optimizations.

    +13
  5. Patch 0.4.8 Test! (Updated November 11)Sep 1, 2020 · 71mo

    A comprehensive test patch focusing on the introduction of the Beacon, survival parts integration into Creative mode, significant UI overhauls, and extensive performance optimizations for ragdolls and frame rates.

    +101
  6. Patch 0.4.7 Test!Jul 14, 2020 · 73mo

    Patch 0.4.7 focuses on restoring localized languages, fixing various survival and building bugs, and adding minor audio-visual polish.

    +11
  7. Patch Notes 0.4.6Jun 24, 2020 · 74mo

    Update 0.4.6 introduces cotton farming, new craftable items, significant networking optimizations, and various quality-of-life and balancing adjustments to crafting and resource gathering.

    +192
  8. Update 0.4.6 Test! (Updated June 23)Jun 12, 2020 · 74mo

    Update 0.4.6 focuses on significant multiplayer networking optimizations, crafting recipe rebalances, and various quality-of-life improvements to world interaction and building.

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