Hey everyone,

I’m excited to share the final major update for the game with Patch 1.3! I heard the concerns about lag and got to work. While the core gameplay remains the same, this update brings a huge performance boost. You can now expect FPS improvements of 3x to 15x, making the game smoother and more responsive. I couldn’t achieve this during the 7-day game jam, but I’m thrilled to finally bring these optimizations to you.

Here’s what’s new:

- FPS Boost: Performance is now up to 15 better (Expect at least 2-3 times the FPS)

- Texture Upgrade: 352 pixelated textures now have a PS2-style look when viewed up close instead of blurring, adding more detail and a retro vibe.

-A complete lighting overhaul and the way post processing is shown.

- Texture Optimization:  The maximum size of these textures has been reduced to enhance the retro look and improve performance.

- TV Frame Rate: The in-game TV's frame rate is now capped at 15 FPS, which saves a lot of GPU power without affecting the overall experience.

- Clouds Update: 3D clouds are now 2D dynamic clouds, which look great and are less taxing on performance.

- Nanite Removed: Nanite has been removed to streamline performance.

- Lumen Replaced: Lumen has been swapped out for screen space reflections and lighting for better stability.

We’ve just hit 10,000 downloads, and I’m incredibly grateful for your support. This game has come a long way, and it’s all thanks to you. I’m already working on the next game and can’t wait to share more soon!

Thanks again for everything!

-Justus @ Aura Studios