Major update6 Jun 2022Practice Mode, Improved Restart From Checkpoint, and Other FixesNew Practice Mode: replay specific level sections without getting a score or rank · Improved “Restart from Checkpoint” feature: restart from any previous checkpoint (not just current or previous). NOTE: you can only restart from any previous checkpoint on new level playthroughs after updating and not on playthroughs from before this update. · Fixed “phantom turns” that can appear under certain…
Here's an update to ensure the game will work well on Steam Deck. It also improves how the game works with different controller types. It should also let Linux users play the game via Proton (though we don't officially support that). Here's what's changed: · Fixed issues Steam Deck compatibility issues · Added support for PS5 and Nintendo Switch controllers · Adjusted trigger vibrations to feel…
A small update to fix an issue where resolution options for only the primary display were available. Now resolution options for all displays connected to the primary video card should be available.
The latest update fixes a few issues related to VR mode (both Steam VR and Oculus) · Fixed re-centering VR position and orientation (hold ESC key OR start/pause button) · Fixed pausing via keyboard (ESC key) in VR mode · Playing in VR mode no longer requires the Thumper desktop window to be focused. This was causing issues where the game appeared to hang when launching into VR mode.
We've updated Thumper's Original Soundtrack to take advantage of some new Steam features. First, you can now browse, manage, and filter the soundtrack from your Steam library. You can also play it directly from the Steam library: Finally, high-quality FLAC audio is optionally available for the soundtrack. To get it, make sure you've checked the "Download high-quality audio files" in your Settin…
A few small fixes are in the latest update: · Fixed case where game will run in slow motion in Oculus VR mode · Windows 10 exe is only auto-launched when using Windows 10 build 15063 or later. This avoids potential compatibility issues with older Windows 10 releases. · Re-deprecated Razor Chroma support. If it was working for you and you want to keep using it, you can add "-chroma" to your laun…
Of course our "final" update has to be followed by a "final" hotfix! · Limit update rate of Xbox One controller vibration in Windows 10 exe to 30Hz to fix trigger vibration issues · Allow alternate key for menu “select” to be remapped on keyboard controls screen · Fixed issue with some keys not working when mapped to gameplay actions · Fixed minor input issues on keyboard controls screen · Prev…
Our latest update includes many small usability improvements and fixes. We're not planning further updates at this time, but we'll respond to any new major issues. A special thanks to all the players who've helped us find and fix everything! · Added controller/keyboard hot swapping support · Improved button/key remapping on controls screen · Added stereo vibration effects for Oculus Touch (Ocul…
Fixed potential crash when applying video settings (thanks Ronaldo!) · Fixed slight discrepancy between Xbox One controller left/right trigger vibrations · Fixed potential crash remapping keyboard input · Fixed rare crash on initial button press · Fixed scoring exploit (thanks Austin!) A few more minor fixes and usability improvements are coming soon.
You may have noticed Thumper now has seven (!) launch options when you run the game from the Steam client. Here's a quick explanation. The first three are compatible with Windows 7/8/10 and let you run the game regularly or in VR modes: · Play Thumper · Launch Thumper in Steam VR Mode · Launch Thumper in Oculus VR Mode The next three only work with Windows 10 . Everything is exactly the same, b…
A maintenance update with the following fixes and changes is out now. · Various stability and performance improvements · Fixed issues playing in VR mode with multiple video cards · Fixed vibration issues with Xbox One controller and added support for trigger vibration · Allow Start/ESC press + hold to recenter VR tracking origin on title screen (as well as after) · Added "pre Windows 10" launch…
A new update with fixes and performance improvements is coming soon. But we've made an in-progress version available on a "experimental" branch now because it will help some people with technical issues. See this forum post for details:
Our data indicates the vast majority of users are playing Thumper without a hitch, but we're aware of some tech issues preventing some players from running the game (and we've seen your support forum posts). We've been sidelined by personal matters and injuries, but we're making a maintenance update a priority now and hope to have it out within the next month or so. Thanks for your patience. Th…
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Latest fixin's... · Fixed bug where Quick Restart keyboard input mapping was not saved · Added “Safe Windowed Mode” launch option. Try this is you’re having trouble running the game with the default launch option. · Made display mode detection/changing more robust to address issues with uncommon video card and monitor configurations.
A few new fixin's are in the latest update. Thanks to everyone who reported these issues and helped track them down! · Fixed ALT + ENTER fullscreen mode toggle · Fixed rendering bug when MSAA is turned off (DX9 only) · Fixed potential issue initializing display mode with non-standard aspect ratios · Fixed keyboard input issue affecting some users
In today's update: · Keyboard/controller input remapping (Options > Controls) · Added additional Steam "Official Game Avatars" (thanks j1nroh!) · Improved handling of corrupt save files. If save is corrupted, backup load will be attempted. · In 2D mode, CPU/GPU usage is reduced when application window is minimized or hidden. · Fix potential crash changing leaderboard view in VR mode.
A small update with some usability features and fixes is live now. · Added custom frame rate caps for 2D mode (Options > Video) · Fixed potential save corruption if app crashes/quits during auto-save · Fixed glitch auto-saving on checkpoint · Better and friendlier detection of corrupt save files · Updated VIVE left touchpad icons for clarity · Improved Portuguese, Finnish, and Simplified Chines…
We've released a small update with some usability improvements and fixes based on player feedback. General · Added gamepad analog stick sensitivity adjustment (under Options > Gameplay). If you experience stick "bounce back" issues on multi-lane sections, reducing the sensitivity should help. · Minor optimizations to DX11 renderer (both VR and non-VR) VR Mode · VR tracking can be manually recen…
Thumper has been called Game of the Year , one of the best rhythm games ever , and one the best VR games this year . And now you can play it on SteamVR and Oculus. Today’s update adds support for both HTC Vive and Oculus Rift via SteamVR. It includes Oculus SDK support as well. We’ve added basic support for both Oculus Touch and Vive controllers. Of course, you can still play all nine epic leve…
In preparation for a big update next week, we released a small Thumper update today. First, the game now uses an all-new DirectX 11 graphics engine. Most users should get a small performance boost and there should be no visual difference with the old DirectX 9 renderer. For compatibility reasons, the DirectX 9 build is still available as a launch option (the executable is also in your install d…
Thumper has been updated with the new PLAY + mode. Now you can play as the resplendent golden beetle. You’ll gain more points and hurtle through all nine levels faster than ever. But die once, and it’s GAME OVER. If you’ve already beaten the game, we think you’ll find PLAY + mode challenging and a true test of your thumping skill. If you’re new to the game, just beat Level 3 to unlock the new m…
Thumper has been updated with some fixes and new features. · Restart From Previous Checkpoint. After passing a checkpoint, you can now restart from the immediately proceeding checkpoint (select PREVIOUS from the Restart From Checkpoint screen). Note that you can only restart from the current checkpoint or the immediately previous one. Also note that if you quit the level or app, you lose the ab…
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