TimeLab Version 1.1.0: Journey Aboard the Hindenburg!

Hello Time Travelers!

Get ready for a monumental update to TimeLab! We're incredibly excited to announce the launch of our brand new DLC module: LZ 129 Hindenburg! Alongside this exciting new destination, this update includes a range of fixes and improvements for the core TimeLab experience and our existing Apollo 11 and Castle Falkenstein modules.

New DLC Available Now: LZ 129 Hindenburg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maAR8OpcF7k

Step aboard the LZ 129 Hindenburg and experience its grandeur and final moments through several distinct virtual environments.

• Learn about Key Locations: These environments are rich with interactive information points – activate them to uncover fascinating details about the airship's complex operation, cutting-edge technology for its time, and what life was like for passengers and crew.
  • Inside the Airship: Explore detailed recreations of the luxurious passenger areas, including the dining room and lounge, to see how travelers experienced the journey.
  • The Controlcar: Explore the command hub where pilots navigated the massive airship, using the steering wheels and various instruments. Info points detail the fascinating technology and procedures involved in flying the LZ 129.

• Witness Historical Moments: Experience pivotal parts of the Hindenburg's story through three distinct, guided cinematic experiences:
  • Atlantic Flyover: Experience a unique perspective of the airship crossing the Atlantic Ocean.
  • New York: Marvel at the breathtaking 1930s skyline as the Hindenburg floats majestically over Manhattan.
  • Lakehurst Disaster: Witness the dramatic and tragic final moments of the Hindenburg's last voyage.

• Minigame - "Skywave": Take a break from history and test your piloting skills! In Skywave, you'll navigate a stylized synthwave zeppelin through an endless, neon-lit cityscape. Dodge towering skyscrapers as your speed relentlessly increases. It's a fast-paced challenge of reflexes – how long can you survive before the inevitable crash? A fun, retro-arcade challenge.
• Learn and Test Your Knowledge: As with all our TimeLab modules, the Hindenburg DLC includes:
  • A detailed Presentation in the main TimeLab hub, providing background information and context before your journey.
  • An engaging Quiz to test what you've learned after experiencing the Hindenburg module.

General TimeLab Fixes & Improvements:

These fixes apply to the core TimeLab platform and may improve the experience in all modules, including Apollo 11 and Castle Falkenstein:

• Core Functionality:
  • Improved scene loading between the main platform and DLCs.
  • Introduced purchasing and downloading of DLCs from inside the Application.
  • Fixed an issue where the player height slider wasn't working correctly or saving player settings properly.

• User Interface (UI):
  • Fixed an issue where the Info Point Menu would open unexpectedly in Apollo11.
  • Falkenstein night Infopoints now have subtitles.
  • Resolved a bug where the timeline control within the Info Point Menu wasn't visible or interactive after switching application windows.
  • Adjusted the size of text and images for info points for better readability and presentation.

• Interaction & Gameplay:
  • Fixed issues related to 3D Print Snap Positions.
  • Adjusted Deadzones on Snap Turning to avoid accidental teleports.
  • Improved smooth locomotion experience.
  • Improved Recenter Player logic on Meta Quest Devices.
  • Improved Collider placement in the Laboratory.

We're thrilled to bring the Hindenburg experience to TimeLab and hope you enjoy this journey into aviation history. Thank you for your continued support! We look forward to hearing your feedback on the new DLC and the improvements made.

Happy Travels!

The TimeLab Development Team