This update is focused on fixing some issues found during MP live events.
Arcade controls adjusted: agility is now same as advanced controls, arcade mode is a bit more forgiving on collisions.
Entering private events fixed, name acts as password. If you know event name, you can join in.
Shuffle teams in teamplay after each event.
Ingame browser is auto refreshed every 10 minutes.
Live events should now show tasks properly.
Fixed bug related to crashing on some occasions after race was finished with assert message (menu sounds not found).
Friday Jan 15th is our 3rd live event.
Join in for fun play and hopefully no more bugs. :)
Soon we will add more time slots for live events to cover Americas better too, we believe events are quite ready now.
Join MP Live Events and Collect Rewards – Game Items!
Happy holidays guys!
We are starting Altitude0 multiplayer live events this Wednesday evening. Live events are multiplayer team play matches that will be organized to bring players together during certain times. Real players are a lot more fun to play with than bots, right? :)
To join events, visit multiplayer lobby and check if any live event is going on or coming up that day. If you join official MP team play during live event and complete event tasks, exclusive event gift items will be given out.
So the first event is coming up this Wednesday evening. After that we will organize live events on weekends. We will always list upcoming events in MP lobby, so stay tuned!
P.S. Team play is not about winning so no pressure to be best! Sometimes just finishing the race can help your team win.
Let's race together!
Update: MP Team Play In Action!
New multiplayer (MP) brings a major new feature, Team Play mode.
Got skills? That's great, but even if you're not there yet, don't worry.
In Team Play mode, every player will contribute to the team score.
Do your best and work together for your team's success!
Another new MP feature is player organized events.
Now you can be an event organizer:
Set up tracks and race rules, Team Play or Grand Prix. Try them out.
Give gift items to players who play you events. Everybody is allowed to contribute gifts and they will be given out randomly to players after the event.
Write your own message on event ad board. You can say whatever you wish but please keep it clean.
Events can be private or public.
Other fixes and improvements:
Item drops are now given based on play time - play longer tracks for faster drops.
Replays of top 10 players for each track can be downloaded on rankings page for practicing or watching.
Track editor: now you can playtest your track and publish it in game directly.
All license tracks had makeovers: more obstacles for more fun, especially in MP.
Game physics were optimized: game runs faster with a lot more dynamic objects.
Ingame browser is implemented in MP lobby: get the latest news or event announcements immediately. It makes it also easier to report bugs and give feedback.
Controller options on tutorial more clearly displayed.
Simplified ingame user interface
MP points were added to statistics.
Bug fix: when a player is DSQ in the last race of MP event, plane doesn't show up in showcase.
Bug fix: artificial horizon had problems with plane tilt.
Bug fix: in watch mode, Mocci items collected by other players are shown.
Bug fix: MD graphics card was not working with DirectX11. Some versions of drivers had problems, AMD fixed it in the latest drivers, workaround will be kept just in case.
Bug fix: chat got stuck on some occasions.
*One more thing:
During these holidays, visit multiplayer mode for time limited events.
New exclusive gift items will be given out if you join the official MP team play during certain times.
Event rules will be explained in MP lobby before each event is ready to go on air.
Let the race begin!
Update: New Multiplayer Is Now Live!
It's finally time to start real racing competitions with a new multiplayer. Multiplayer rounds (MR) are at core of the new game mode and you can join the action after each race.
Multiplayer also brings players into the same world so collisions & crashing matter.
Collect floating items Moccies first or they are gone and avoid hitting others.
Players can vote on the track to be played next. List of tracks includes official license tracks and many user tracks as well.
Some exclusive ingame drops are waiting for players who join the multiplayer.
So join the live competitions!
Other fixes and improvements:
ingame position is now updated immediately during the race.
ingame icons get bigger as planes get closer.
times are displayed with millisecond precision (3 digits), just to be fair.
championship points were adjusted to improve racing experience.
multiplayer got new chat (default is keyboard button 'T').
multiplayer round rankings added.
multiplayer watch mode.
buttons to see rankings added to track picking and championship page.
garage statistics updated.
saved replays now also save correct weather conditions.
bug fix: user track replay by creator not included in rankings.
bug fix: track editor in non-Steam version had starting problems.
Update: New Rankings & Stats Heaven
The main feature coming with this update is new improved rankings system.
You can compare your stats with friends and best A0 pilots: compare racing points, medals, aerobatic pts, close calls, items collected and more.
Championships also got their own rankings and stats. These rankings show players that finished the whole championship in the shortest time possible.
There are some surprising names in the top 10 for each championship, check it out.
And some new drops were added.
Other fixes:
after race showcase: plane effects like vapor & boost fixed, plane showcase layout adjusted to prevent planes from overlapping
Freeway multiplayer:
- when realtime human opponents join the race, it shows their correct planes including damage and fire.
- bots (recorded replays of other pilots) are spawned more competitively when you join Freeway.
- same weather for all players who join the race.
saving replay also saves weather conditions
replays of your friends are marked.
fixed bug with blue vapor coming constantly from other planes
Update: Winners' After Race Showcase
If you win a race, you deserve to be recognized better.
After each race, top 3 planes are shown closeup - all pimped up or fully damaged looking like a mess. It really depends on the player's racing style.
Other fixes:
when game cannot connect online, it doesn't save data locally. Now it's clear whether you progress or not.
championship now exits to the championship page and not the main menu.
fixed: control settings bug - throttle slider key was causing problems when trying to remap it.
advanced control settings now allow manual rudder to have adjusted sensitivity. This is especially useful for players with twist rudder joysticks.
some new drops added.
Major update: 7 new pro tracks, achievements, licenses, championships and more
Hi guys, this update is a major one!
New tracks, 7 of them - longer & harder for players who got deeper into the game.
These tracks will take more time to master for sure. Tracks also come with new obstacles: wrecking balls, fiery rings, rotating fans.
More licenses with 23 new achievements.
New game modes and rules: checkpoint race, laps, mini-challenges and aerobatic points required to complete a race.
New longer championships to test your stamina & skills.
Misc:
- music doesn't restart anymore after each race
- fixed key remapping (keyboard & gamepad problems)
- new year started and some new drops were added
Enjoy!
Holidays are coming! - Holidays Decorations
Let's celebrate the end of 2014 and the New Year, 2015!
In the spirit of the upcoming holidays, Altitude0 will be properly decorated for the next 2 weeks. If you play during this time you may get some adorable decorations!
Enjoy!
Update: New plane & items in Steam inventory
This update comes with a new plane, 'Weight Blazer'. Game's first biplane, heavier but more sturdy. Fly with the new plane and find out what it can do best.
For some time now, drops like plane skins and stickers are given weekly when you play Altitude0: Lower & Faster.
Now these drops are shown in Steam inventory. Some are common and others are rare or available only during some events.
Other fixes and improvements:
plane specs were adjusted so planes are balanced better.
some tracks were modified, part of finalizing current tracks before new license tracks come in. Most modifications were visual. Only 'Alpine Drag' track has a new ranking list.
in-plane view can be set as default until you exit the game, in-plane camera was also tuned.
fixed: plane specs display in garage fixed.
fixed: when shadows are on, plane edges were extra jaggy.
fixed: when item is traded away, it doesn't show on the plane anymore.
fixed: some achievements were rearranged and tuned.
Update: Sticker Placement tool & Gift Presentation
The latest update brings new airplane sticker placement tool. In garage, you can see spots on each plane available for sticker placement and camera will zoom in and show the exact location up close. Find best spots for your stickers and pimp your plane!
Another change is gift receiving ceremony. Be it stickers, skins or plane parts, after playing well, receiving gifts deserves a short ceremony, check it out.
Other fixes and improvements:
new stickers added: collect them as you play
arcade controls are now default for beginners. It's easy to switch to expert controls in-game in pause menu.
championship mode moves faster through menus, no need to show other players before each race.
after race, menus were sometimes mistakenly showing older presents.
options menu has now FPS limit option to help the game run smoother across different computers.
