3876 AD: Corruption · published
🛰️ WHAT'S NEW IN THIS BUILD (v0.9.15)
Long-awaited RTS controls and cross-map deployment are finally here!
⚡ FEATURES & CONTENT
- RTS COMMANDS: Use Shift + Drag to seamlessly move your units around the map
- TACTICAL DEPLOYMENT: Click any sector to deploy units into combat
- HERO DEPLOYMENT UI: Introduced a dedicated deployment system with new UI
- HERO HOME ZONES: Heroes are now bound to assigned home zones on generation
- HERO RESPAWN: Fallen heroes reset their home zone to return to camp/outpost
- HERO MOVE ANIMATION: Added smooth move animations as heroes travel to their assigned sector
- GLOBAL SIZE TRACKING: Added overdue global map size tracking (maybe for bigger maps)
- MULTI-DIALOGUE SYSTEM: Added an improved way to trigger and start multiple dialogues
- DYNAMIC TOOLTIPS: Implemented a new dynamic bottom small-text tooltip for quick context
- SPRITE COLORIZATION: Added slight colorization directly to unit artwork
- MMB MAP SCROLL & DRAG: Added middle mouse button scroll & drag (currently off due to key conflict)
⚙️ CORE FIXES & POLISH
- FIX: Patched broken entity spawning logic to stop unauthorized spawns
- FIX: Prevented hero spawn lock-ups prior to generation
- FIX: Resolved issues where hero spawning logic was sometimes broken
- FIX: Added strict per-unit ownership checks so you only command allied forces
🎯 ROADMAP TO VERSION 2
As Early Access continues, updates leading up to Version 2 and the ultimate playable demo will focus on fine-tuning details, squashing bugs, adding heavy polish, and continuous playtesting!
🧩 EARLY ACCESS NOTE:
With more support, updates will stay fast and consistent! If funding goes well, I can keep building this full-time. Please support my work on Kickstarter and Patreon and watch my videos on YT, thanks a lot!
PATREON - OpenSplit's Official Patreon Page
KICKSTARTER - 3876 AD: Corruption & OpenSplit Expansion
YOUTUBE - OpenSplit videos about recent Steam releases
🎃 Jump in, test out the new deployment mechanics, and let me know what you think. There is bound to be a ton of glitches, stay safe out there!