Chapter 1: Adjusted narration length for one inspectable item to improve pacing. · Chapter 1: Improved discoverability of a hidden interaction to make progression feel more intuitive. · Chapter 2: Interaction prompts for certain objects now only appear when the required tool is equipped.
New way to alert enemy in Ch 3 · Six new achievements: · Squeaky Situation · Carpenter · Flawless Performance · Burial Trilogy · Burial Hexalogy · Burial Decalogy
Smoother Crouch Animation. · Engine Update – Rebuilt with the latest Unity version, which includes important security fixes and general stability improvements.
Shorter Intro – The opening sequence has been shortened to improve pacing and reduce confusion around the story and characters. · Improved Hint for Axe in Chapter 3 – Added a clearer clue based on player feedback to help get the axe.
Improved enemy highlight logic, resolving significant FPS drops on certain CPUs. · Improved crossfade camera animation for smoother transitions when crouching.
Inverted Mouse Support – Added an option for players who prefer an inverted mouse control scheme. · Zoom Mechanic Update – Zoom now requires holding E instead of toggling. This prevents players from accidentally getting stuck in zoomed view.
Thrilled to announce that the demo for "Caution Ahead: Part 2" is now live and ready for you to explore! In this installment, you will step back into the shoes of John Rand. Separated from his team, John ventures deeper into the ominous Richburg National Park, confronting new challenges. This demo offers a glimpse into the atmosphere, tension and horror elements of Part 2 and is available for d…
Enhanced 3D Audio for Enemy Footsteps: Improved spatial audio cues for enemy movements, providing a more directional sound experience. · Fixed HDR Configuration for Surveillance Cameras: Resolved issues with High Dynamic Range settings in surveillance camera feeds, eliminating bright color spots. · Adjusted Subtitle Positioning: Moved subtitles to a higher vertical position on the screen to imp…
This minor update has a couple of tweaks based on gameplay insights: · Readable Item Highlights: To help players spot important lore-related items, I’ve added a subtle highlight to readable objects, making them easier to notice. Once you’ve read them, the highlight will disappear. This change should help it easier to find story elements. · Radio Subtitle Timing: In Chapter 2, radio subtitles we…
Added support for Steam achievements. Currently, there are 18 achievements available: · Iron Jaws · Wet Foot, Dead Foot · Chain Reaction · Tuned In · Can of Trouble · Blind Enemy · Hammer Time · No Time to Waste · Survivor · Masochist · Time Slayer · Lights Out · Clumsy Grip · Distraction Tactics · House Wrecker · Curator of Horror · Connected Threads · The Final Chop
Hi everyone! Thank you again for your feedback on Caution Ahead: Part 1. I’ve implemented a couple of changes in Update v1.3 to improve gameplay based on what I’ve heard from players: · Normalized Character Movement – Previously, character could move faster when running diagonally, which created an inconsistent feel to movement. This has now been adjusted to provide a more balanced and natural…
Minor adjustments to the Chapter 2 scene based on player feedback and gameplay insights. Please keep sharing your thoughts — I appreciate your input as I continue to work on the series.
Gameplay Changes: · Slightly Slower Walk Speed in Chapters 1 and 3, as some players felt the character was moving too fast even without sprinting, which broke immersion. · Less Aggressive Flashlight Flickering in Chapters 1 and 2, as it was reported to be annoying for many players. Audio Adjustments: · Reduced Thunder Volume in Chapter 1 to ensure it doesn’t overpower the voice narration.
"Caution Ahead: Part 1" has officially been added to Speedrun.com ! Once you complete the game, you’ll unlock Speedrun Mode. Compete with other players and set your fastest time! Visit Caution Ahead: Part 1 to track your runs, post your results, and challenge others for the top spot.
Caution Ahead is an Indie Horror Game Inspired by My Fascination with Park Ranger Horror Stories. I’ve always been fascinated by the eerie and mysterious horror stories surrounding park rangers and national parks. There’s something so unsettling about the idea of vast, isolated wilderness and the things that might lurk within it. I wanted to capture that feeling of unease and turn it into a gam…
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