Boat Warfare
Chapter 5 Announcement
I've already announced Chapter 5 on my twitter and wanted to spread the news here too! (if you want the latest in development updates follow me over there)
We've reached the culmination of the story, and I can't wait for you all to experience it! I am hoping with the current trajectory that Chapter 5 should be out around July/August (will have a more definitive date as we near release). There will be plenty of new challenges to tackle in chapter 5 as you traverse through new locations and fight new enemies. You can look forward to experiencing what lies in wait on the moon!
I'm looking forward to sharing more when the time comes, until then keep an eye on my twitter and YouTube channels for updates and the trailer!
- Ty
Update 0.28.3 (Post Chapter 4 Fixes Update)
Now on to the change list!
New stuff:
- Optimized enemy script to significantly improve performance
- Optimizations in player controller
- added functionality to retroactively unlock chapters you have beaten on other devices (sadly your collectables and best times will not be carried over)
- added health pickups that can occasionally drop from enemies
- added steam achievement support (some will be retroactively unlocked on sign in)
- added checkpoints to almost all levels for all chapters
- added missile boat to Arcade mode
Fixes:
- fixed issue where incorrect time was being displayed for chapter 4s speed run time
- fixed some issues with particle systems on a couple enemies
- fixed issue where last level of chapter 4 wasn't being unlocked after completion
- fixed some geometry in Ch3 Lvl1
- fixed game crash in Ch3 Lvl2 and lvl5
- fixed issue where songs were not correctly stopping
- fixed an issue on Ch3 lvl1 where the second rescue boat was getting stuck at the start of its path
- fixed issues in arcade mode preventing playing
- fixed several null reference pointer issues
- fixed an issue where missiles were not correctly locking onto targets
- fixed an issue where protect waypoints stayed active in ch3 lvl1
- fixed music being too quiet in ch3 lvl2 & 3
- added correct destroyed object to pilot and radio guys boat in Ch4 Lvl2
- removed a couple turrets near the first base in ch4 lvl4
- changes to fix floating geometry and pathing in the arcade map 2
- combined start logos for faster start time
- changed all boats customizations to share the same hit box as the standard boat
I can't wait to show you all what comes next!
- Ty
Boat Warfare Chapter 4 Released!
New Stuff:
- added new chapter to the story including:
- 5 new levels
- new enemies
- new cutscenes
- new boss battles
- and more!
- implemented speedrun mode for Chapter 4
- added 5 new collectables to find
Fixes:
- fixed UI issue not correctly displaying missile charge percentage
- fixed a few scripts that were having edge case errors
- fixed boat trail not being constant
- fixed some miscellaneous script edge case errors
- fixed issue where getting hit by a missile would instantly kill the player
- fixed missing hitbox on drone
- fixed missing hit box to allied helis
- optimized enemies to be more performant
- optimized player controller
- optimized several other particle effects
- optimized waypoints
- reworked bullet casings to be more performant
- backend changes to the music system to prevent issues with songs not playing
Additional Changes:
- updated weak vent model
- added script to randomize the text on shipping containers
- improved AI collision detection
- changed name of chapter 3 boat in customization
- reduced the drones health
- changed UI for objectives that only had 1 target
With that it wraps up the patch notes! I hope you all enjoy chapter 4 it was a blast to make, I'll throw out a little teaser before I go! The story isn't over yet! Keep an eye out for news on what comes next!
Enjoy Chapter 4!
- Ty
Chapter 4 Release date!
Fight against new enemies, experience new places and fight to save the world from imminent destruction!
While you wait check out the trailer to get a glimpse into the battles that await you!
I am looking forward to getting Chapter 4 into your hands soon! Until then hang tight!
- Ty
Update on Chapter 4
Last update I mentioned that Chapter 4 would be releasing in June or July, however life has been busy, so development has ended up being slowed. I want Chapter 4 to be released in the best state, so I am moving the release date to sometime in September. As we get closer to release, I will give a definitive date, but I can confirm that the chapter is already playable all the way through, and I am mainly working on polishing and making things more balanced!
While you wait take a look at a couple screenshots from the first two levels!
Thanks for the patience, I hope you'll enjoy Chapter 4 when it comes out!
Cheers,
Ty
Chapter 4 Announcement
I've already announced Chapter 4 on my twitter but felt it was important to share here as well! (if you want the latest in development updates follow me over there)
I don't want to give away too much at the moment, but I will share a bit about what you should expect and when you'll get it. To start off my current plan is to release Chapter 4 around June/July (I will have a more definitive date as we get closer to release). Additionally with the additions of the railgun in Chapter 2 and the Missile launcher in Chapter 3, the boats arsenal is pretty full so there won't be any new weapon additions this time. HOWEVER, there are some exciting twists that you'll get to experience throughout the chapter which will definitely make up for that!
I'm looking forward to sharing more when the time comes, until then keep an eye on my twitter and YouTube channels for updates and the trailer!
- Ty
Update 0.26.6 (Post Chapter 3 Fixes Update Again)
- fixed hitbox on bridge in Ch1 lvl1
- fixed a few issues in Ch3 lvl2
- fixed issue where chapter 1 levels were still locked even if chapter 2 was complete
- made some adjustments to the broken wall prefab
- added retroactive unlocks for chapters to fix issue previously that didn't unlock chapter 3
- increased the health of the civilian rescue boat
- increased the hitbox size of the hit points on the small melters in chapter 2
Update 0.26.4 (Post Chapter 3 Fixes Update)
- added info text to Ch3 level 1 to inform play how to use new weapon
- added some foliage to Ch1 lvl 4
- added some geometry to ch1 lvl 1
- added some geometry to Ch2 lvl 3
- added missing collision to dock in ch2 lvl 3
- fixed an issue causing waypoints to not be on their target
- fixed issues causing waypoints to not correctly display in Chapters 1 & 2
- fixed new mechanic info text to be removed by correct button/key press
- fixed issue with player cam not being removed on death
- fixed some enemy pathing in Chapter 2
- fixed issue where Ch2 lvl 3 could not be completed
- fixed issue where you could not see the ch3 boat in customization screen
- fixed issue where player could shoot their own missile as it launches
- fixed various script errors that were coming up on edge cases
- fixed some issues where audio would not play, or incorrect audio was playing
- fixed music not starting sometimes for level 1 & 2 in Chapter 1
- removed the wake from the wood raft
- removed unnecessary waypoint on Ch2 lvl 1
- increased the speed of the rescue boats in Chapter 3
- optimized some particles in Chapter 1
- adjusted the death object rotation amounts on several objects
Boat Warfare Chapter 3 Released!
New stuff:
- added new chapter to the story including:
- 5 new levels
- new enemies
- new cutscenes
- new weapon
- new boss battles
- and more!
- implemented speedrun mode for Chapter 3
- new cosmetics to find
Fixes:
- fixed arena map 3's display picture to match level
- fixed missing geometry in Chapter 1 Level 1
- fixed an issue causing mines/missiles to explode due to triggers
- fixed an issue causing boss cruiser to not rotate on death correctly
- fixed hit boxes on enemy jets and helicopters
- fixed camera moving when game was paused
- fixed LOD issues causing objects to pop in at strange distances
- reduced light reflection amount on water of shield in Ch 1: Lvl 1
- corrected the name of one of the enemies
Additional Changes:
- added missing texture to glass textures
- added a decal to a wall destroyable to make it more visible
- new visuals for the railgun bullet trail
- updated some old objects to use new models
- updated models on allied cruiser to match Chapter 3
- improved enemy detection for non-player allies
- changed player and other small boat splash trails
- changed transparency of patrol boat boss to match other trails
- reduced helicopter health slightly
- optimized many scripts to improve performance
- optimized the trees for better performance
- optimized many particles
- adjusted the camera height for better visibility
- adjusted the camera collision to be less intense
- adjusted the size of the hitbox on the drone
- increased the size of several enemy hitboxes
- increased the size of the bullet trails for cannons to differentiate from regular turrets
- slightly increased the size of the missiles hitbox to make them easier to hit
- changed the textures for the ally helicopter to better differentiate them
Known issues:
- unable to view Ch3 boat in customization screen
- Ch1 & 2 have some waypoint and audio issues
Phew that was a lot! With all the changes coming with Chapter 3 the update might even rival the Everything has changed update! There are a few issues I'm working out and should have an update for soon! (probably within the next couple days, turns out even I can't avoid day 1 patches). I'm glad you're all sticking with me, here's to more Boat Warfare this year!
As always if you have any issues, please feel free to tweet (or X idk) at me!
Enjoy Chapter 3!
- Ty
Chapter 3 release date and trailer
On January 15th the update will be released and even better FOR FREE!!!
You can find the trailer here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIUbns9Sm6g
There are more details to come so stay tuned for the patch notes on release day!
Thanks for sticking with me, and here's to more Boat Warfare!