Demo Update: Tutorial, Handcar & Major Improvements

Hello everyone!

We've been hard at work reading your feedback and improving the demo experience. Today's update introduces several new features, fixes a number of issues, and tweaks many aspects of the game to make chopping trees even more satisfying.

Added

• Tutorial

  New players can now learn the basics through an in-game tutorial.

• Gamepad Haptic Feedback

  Controllers now provide haptic feedback to make chopping and interactions feel more impactful.

• Chop Down Stumps

  Tree stumps can now be removed after felling a tree.

• Item Slot Reordering

  You can now change the order of items in your inventory slots.

• Surface Impact Feedback

  Impacts now provide feedback across all surfaces, improving immersion and responsiveness.

• Handcar Added to the First Biome

  The handcar is now available in the first biome, allowing you to travel more easily around the area.

Fixed

• Fixed incorrect video settings auto-detection logic.

• Fixed leaf flickering that could occur when trees fell.

• Fixed logs occasionally falling into water unexpectedly.

• Fixed optimization issues

• Fixed a bug that could cause items to disappear while lifting logs.

• Fixed various localization issues across multiple languages.

Tweaked

• Separate upgrades and cash in co-op

  In co-op mode, each player now has their own upgrades and their own money

• Better Chopping Feedback

  Visual effects from chopping have been improved to make every swing feel more satisfying.

• The crosshair now indicates tree poximity

  It became easier to feel the distance for chopping

• Reworked Chopping Sounds

  The audio for chopping has been updated and refined.

• Upgrade Table UI

  The upgrade interface has been updated for better clarity and usability.

• Reduced Stamina Consumption

  Axe attacks now consume less stamina, allowing for a more relaxed gameplay flow.

• Easier Stamina Refill

  You can refill stamina with any amount of cash

• More Trees in the First Location

  The number of trees available in the first biome has been increased.

Known Issues

Some players are experiencing issues with Bluetooth gamepads. We are currently investigating the problem and appreciate any reports that can help us reproduce it.

Thank you for playing the demo and continuing to send feedback. Every review, bug report, and suggestion helps us improve the game. We hope you will enjoy the update! 🌲🪓