Adapt
Developer Q&A & Gameplay Livestream
Please leave the questions as a comment on this post and I will get through as many as possible on the stream!
The stream starts at 4PM GMT on February 22nd, and will then be repeated throughout the event as a pre-record.
If you haven't the foggiest what Adapt even is, why not take a look at our newly released trailer!
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0.46.2a Patch Notes (Hotfix)
Patch Notes - version 0.46.2a
Description
This is another small patch focused on additional QoL improvements and fixes which were either unable to be completed in time for the 0.46a release, or resulted from patch feedback. Huge thanks to the testers!
Changes
UI
Bugs
Hotfix! - version 0.46.1a
Hotfix! - version 0.46.1a
WARNING: Due to changes in save data structure, previous saved Species are not compatible with v0.46a
This hotfix tackles an annoying crash caused by out-of-date species data for returning players, and was caused by an inability for the formatter to read save data. This hotfix also corrects a couple other small issues.
Fixes
- Fixed Crash from out-of-date species data
- Fixed bug causing Tail club to orient backwards
- Fixed bug causing editor bugs to have massive outlines
Adapt Demo Updated to 0.46a
Patch Notes - version 0.46a
WARNING: Due to changes in save data structure, previous saved Species are not compatible with v0.46a
Description
This update has been a bit of a slower process than usual. Much of my time the last couple months has gone to a combination of optimizing, and some structural redesigns in the back-end to prepare for the new Status Effect system; as well as some serious digging into a major lag spike issue which is unnoticed on many machines, but completely debilitating on others.
Many of the more obvious and exciting additions to this patch include some major QoL improvements to the editor, with the addition of the new Purchase Pouch (shopping cart) system, and a newly improved Species Library, including the addition of species descriptions. Additionally, v0.46a also includes for the first time in quite a while, some new parts, and a new Gene.
This update is the first, essentially prep-update for the upcoming v0.5a features: Status Effects, followed by exposable food sources, the first of which is already in game, in the form of a little red radish-like plant. A LOT of work has been going into consolidating the attributes systems into a single streamlined system, which not only simplifies development and iteration for me ongoing, but also plays a huge role in the eventual modding potential once modding is eventually officially supported.
As of now, the basic infrastructure is officially in place for modders to access, modify, or add Genes / Adaptations, with support for Stats, Traits, Abilities, Status Effects, and Resources, which are now unified under a single 'Attribute' banner. More details on the Components and Processes used, as well as documentation will come as Adapt comes closer to official mod support.
Changes
General + Optimizations
Gameplay
Balance
Editor
UI
Minor
Bugs
Adapt Demo Updated to 0.45a!
Patch Notes - version 0.45a
Warning: Due to changes in the body rigging code, your saved animals will likely have some parts incorrectly placed or aligned, as well as colors reset to black. I’ve prevented the need to wipe saved species, but with this minor error as a result.
Features
Gameplay
Editor
Environment
Balance
Minor
Bugs
We're Taking Part in Tiny Teams 2021!
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Starting tomorrow, Saturday 7th of August, Yogcast will be kicking off a whole week of livestreams where they will play some truly spectacular indie games made by micro studios.
The event features lots of Tiny Teams and Yogscast have collated "a gigantic list of indie giants, hidden gems and some really cool projects that are coming soon!"
To top this all off, there’s a huge steam sale throughout the festival ending on the 14th August.
Alongside this event there is a small update to the demo (out now) which aims to fix to lag issues, one coming from dead animals and another coming from certain creature interactions, in particular when you try to strike another creature.
We are hoping to update the demo to 0.45a soon, Paul is just putting the final touches on this update and we will post the patch notes here once that's out.
If you missed the developer livestream that we ran during the World Nature Day sale, we will be running the VOD alongside the this event again too, so you will be able to catch it!
Dev Livestream VOD
Developer Live Stream
This is part of our ongoing World Nature Conservation Day Sale festivities! If you haven't checked out the awesome sale yet, what are you waiting for?
The stream will be going live: 10AM PDT / 6PM BST / 7PM CEST
Welcome and Thank You!
Taking part of in the World Nature Conservation Day sale (ongoing until August 2, check out the amazing nature games taking part!) was a great opportunity and it's led some great feedback on the Adapt Demo which is now available on our Steam page.
Along side the sale post, we also had a very well received post over on r/SpeculativeEvolution, a fantastic community filled with all sorts of weird and wonderful speculative creatures, they even made their way over to our Discord and it would be great if you, yes you reading this right this second, to come join in on the fun too!
Lots of eyes, and downloads, of the demo has led to a lot of bug reports which we are eternally grateful for and we are working hard at compiling them and get them addressed, we will be supporting the demo with patches so keep your eyes peeled for those!
That's it for now, thank you again to those of you, old and new, who have shown your support through Adapt, it means the world to Red - seriously, look how happy he is (we should probably get some more emoji's drawn up but he's so darn cute! (Oh look at that, we're now two brackets deep - massive shout out yet again to Flame who created a range of emoji's for Discord!))
Adapt: Prologue Now Available On Steam!
The release of the demo coincides with our exciting inclusion in the World Nature Conservation Day Sale which is taking place now (July 28) through to August 2!
For those who are just coming across the game today, Adapt is a survival evolution game designed to simulate the constantly changing environments life must navigate to thrive. To succeed, your species will need to find food using a multitude of dietary strategies, seek out habitable environments, and react to changing seasons, and global climate. Your competitors will evolve alongside you, vying for food and territory to ensure their own survival.
If the demo tickles your fancy then why not head over to the Steam listing at hit that wishlist button, it would make for a very happy Red*!
*Red is Adapt's mascot, you will be seeing a lot them moving forward :) Flame, a user on the Adapt Discord, created some amazing emoji's for the game and this is one of Red looking adorable!
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Adapt: Prologue has been available for a while now on Itch but today's demo release includes the following changes over the previous demo version:
Patch Notes - version 0.44.94a
Features
- New Respawn at Nest option at Prologue game-over
- Complete Camera system redesign
- Camera 3rd person zoom
- Courting allowed during any season, but with increased difficulty out of breeding season
- Non-edible food icons are now greyed out in detection mode
- Social Markers are now spawned through animal interactions, and last for 1 day without interaction, or until the animal moves far enough away to despawn
Gameplay
- Marker activation from broadcasts
- Trott speed reduced to 1.75x from 2.0x base speed
- Reduced speed increase from mobility attributes
- Significantly reduced many animations and action times.
- Increased Intimidate Range significantly
- Removed Ally requirement to court
- Reduced Egg gestation time
Editor
- Relocated 'Delete Part' button to improve visibility
- Parts should now snap together more easily and constantly when centered
- Minor Improvements to Part Spawning
- Minor Improvements to PartShop UI
- Re-structured Editor tutorial
- Improvements to Editor Tips
- Improved Ability Display
Environment
- Numerous minor lighting improvements
- Cloud fluff levels have been increased significantly
- Reduced sudden plant pop in when turning)
Minor
- Improvement to procedural limb animations
- Redesigned Blood Splatter VFX
- New Successful strike SFX
- Fixed LayEgg alert SFX
- Reduced base music volume
- Added Close Button to Species Library
Bugs
- (Fixed) Fish schools, krill, and plankton causing collisions
- (Fixed) Fish schools, krill and plankton rotating in shallow water
- (Fixed) Stamina drain after striking
- (Fixed) Twitter link in social tab
- (Fixed) Pulling New part spawning incorrect parts asset
- (Fixed) Issues with IK foot placement and orientation
