0.6.5

The Classrooms 0.6.5 Update

We’re excited to share our latest update! This update focuses on engine improvements, performance boosts, and a host of new settings to help you fine-tune your experience. Check out the highlights below:

1. Engine Upgrade & Stability Improvements

New Engine Version: Upgraded to a more stable and feature-rich engine—this is also the version we’re using for our upcoming multiplayer update. Expect smoother performance and enhanced stability across the game!

2. Graphics Settings Overhaul

• Quality Presets: Quickly select between Low, Medium, High, Ultra, and a specialized Steam Deck preset optimized for handheld play.
  
• Advanced Customization: Fine-tune your visuals with individual graphics options, including:
• LOD Bias
• Shadow Resolution
• Ambient Occlusion
• Screen Space Reflections & Shadows
• Subsurface Scattering
• Texture Quality & Texture Streaming
• Mirror Reflections
• Anisotropic Textures
• Light Distance & Draw Distance
• Particle Raycast Budget
• Skin Weights & Hair Effects
• Anti-Aliasing
• Motion Blur & Depth of Field
• VHS Bleed, White Line Tape Noise, & Scanlines
• Advanced Lens Effects
• Water Effects
• Alembics
• DLSS (Experimental): Leverage NVIDIA’s Deep Learning Super Sampling on supported systems for better performance and sharper visuals.

3. Performance Enhancements

• New LODs for Props: We’ve introduced multiple Levels of Detail to props, substantially improving performance in The Poolrooms and all other Tapes.
• Optimized Tapes: Further tweaks and optimizations yield better frame rates throughout every Tape.
• Improved Vent Culling: Enhances performance in areas with heavy vent usage.

4. World & Content Updates

• Interactable Props: Many additional objects now feature physics-based interactions for greater immersion.
• Lockers in Poolrooms: Keep an eye out for loot in lockers—you never know what you might find.
• Playrooms Lighting Overhaul: Enjoy a more atmospheric experience with revamped lighting.
• Improved Models: Various levels now showcase upgraded models for a crisper and more polished look.

5. Bug Fixes & Tweaks

• Fixed Centipede Footstep Sounds
• Resolved Missing Stairwell Wall
• Removed Santa Hat for certain entities during non-holiday death cutscenes
• Corrected Glitchy Wall Lamps in Library
• Fixed Floating Light Switch in certain bathroom tiles
• Anti-Gravity Objects Bug Squashed
• Removed Redundant Splash Screen
• Fixed mic bar occasionally not detecting footsteps and physics sounds

6. New Features & User Options

• Profanity Filter: Toggle on to replace strong language with safer alternatives.
• Reset to Default Settings: Roll back all settings to their original state if needed.

Thank you for your support and feedback! We hope these upgrades provide a smoother, more customizable experience. Keep the feedback coming, and stay tuned for more updates—especially our upcoming multiplayer release.

Enjoy the 0.6.5 update, and we’ll see you in The Classrooms!