Update: Version 5.0.0

UPDATE: READY FOR COMBAT?

New Content and Maps

• Jungle Map: A new map featuring convoys and dense vegetation has been added for the Attack mode.
• Trench Map: A new strategic map featuring trench structures has been added for the Attack mode.
• Karting Circuits Map: A new race-oriented map focused on time trials with a checkpoint system.
• Skydagger Toyca: A fixed-wing UAV has been added with its own unique flight dynamics and data.
• Skydagger 15Plus: An 8-rotor version of the 15” model has been added.
• Skydagger Mini: Skydagger's Mini Drone has been added with its unique design.

Jungle Map

Trench Map

Karting Race Map

Interface (UI-UX)

• Main Menu Design: Completely modernized and renewed in terms of level design and visuals.
• General UI Update: All menus and interface elements have been redesigned to match the new visual language.
• Glitch Effect: Glitch effects have been added to drone transitions in the menu.
• Preview Blur: A blur effect has been applied behind the drone preview models in the menu to create a sense of depth.
• Intro Trailer: A promotional video has been added to the game's initial opening sequence.
• Control Guide: A visual guide has been added to the "Control" menu to help learn key assignments and functions (RC - Gamepad - Keyboard & Mouse).
• Controller Animations: The controller model in the control menu has been enriched with animations to visualize all physical button assignments.
• Dynamic Scoreboard: The redesigned scoreboard is now dynamic, allowing separate tracking of tank, soldier, and vehicle kills.
• Flight Time Tracking: Previously continuous flight time now updates instantly only while the UAV is in the air.

New Main Menu

Gameplay and Controls

• New Key Assignments: Thermal vision and Lock Kit features are now controllable via the keyboard.
• Gamepad Support: Full gamepad control support has been integrated into the system.
• Speed Normalization: UAV speed responses for keyboard and controller inputs have been synchronized and normalized.
• Launch Platform: A new specialized launch station design has been added for the Skydagger Toyca model.
• Dynamic Spawn System: Specific spawn points have been defined that change according to the selected vehicle type (Drone or Fixed Wing).
• Variable Damage Radius: Area damage and environmental destruction intensity have been scaled according to drone types.
• Universal Spawn and Spectating: The ability to spectate and spawn drones in all game modes has been activated.
• Slow-Motion Kamikaze: A slow-motion effect and zoom feature that activates at the moment of a kamikaze hit have been added.
• Explosion Blast Effect: A pressure wave (blast) effect has been added after explosive detonations.
• AI Balancing: Enemy unit accuracy and hit rates have been optimized for game balance.
• Enhanced Hit Impact: Physics-based dismemberment effects have been added for enemy units during kamikaze attacks (AI body parts can now be severed).

New Fixed Wings

Development and Optimization

• Material Improvement: Material and texture qualities of all objects have been adjusted to increase visual harmony.
• Map Optimization: Existing maps have been reorganized with performance improvements and design revisions for "infinity."
• Calibration Revision: A simpler, more understandable, and dynamic structure (2 buttons) has been implemented for the calibration menu.
• Analog Signal Improvement: On-screen analog noise/signal effects have been adjusted for a more realistic appearance.
• Flight Dynamics: Flight dynamics affecting the gliding and maneuvering capabilities of UAVs have been improved.
• Sound Adjustments: Drone engine sounds have been adjusted, and special glider sounds have been created for the Skydagger Toyca.
• Bug Fixes: Errors regarding volume muting and sudden sound changes have been resolved.

Infrastructure Changes

• UAV System Architecture: The existing UAV infrastructure has been completely replaced with a modular structure, allowing for fast and stable integration of all future aircraft.
• Multiplayer Dynamic Infrastructure: Network synchronization preparations required for the transition to a multiplayer system have been developed.
• Push Impact System: A physics-based damage infrastructure capable of dealing area-of-effect damage has been included.

Removed Features

• Explosion Delay: The delay at the moment of explosion has been removed for instant response.
• Animated Camera Rotation: Camera rotation animations that restricted user control after an explosion have been disabled.

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