Mini-Cutscenes have been added to the start of the main single player modes.
Character Selection
You can now pick your character with an additional 4 characters for you to choose from. Options > My Character
Lighting
The time of day will now vary through stage progression, so it will no longer always be a bright sunny day.
*Tutorial bug fix to prevent you getting stuck. *Default Tutorial music changed. *Minor adjustments to the UI.
I have enabled version 0.5 in the beta tab, so you can go back at anytime. Any problems, let me know!
Version 0.5 - Update
New bonus time survival map / mode added
This is still being worked on and you can expect changes to the map in future updates, but you can try it out now.
This mode will require a specific vehicle unlocked to play and currently can only be played via 1st person as it is still very much a work in progress.
Updated vehicle unlocks
The race car can now be unlocked if you complete the "Drive Switch Evade" game mode on Easy or Normal. Along with adding an unlock to Drive Evade Easy.
Fixed split screen audio
(Cash Grab Mode)
Previously audio was only picked up from player 1 or the close vicinity.
Audio improvements
Volume balance along with changes to audio loading transitions.
Music updated
Two new songs have been added to the in-game stages, which i think are better suited, replacing two existing songs. The two songs removed from the stages are being used in other parts of the game, one of them being used on the loading screens.
Each stage will now play a different song by default, as in stage 1 will default to song 1, stage 2 will default to song 2. You can always change the music at any time of course.
UI updated
"Stage 1" , "Stage 2" etc are now shown at the start to clearly show which stage you are on.
*New achievement added.
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One of the new songs added in this update is a rap created for the game.
Would you like to see more music like this added? if not, what would you prefer?
I would like to say thank you to Hanta and XpanD, who have helped with testing and feedback and thank you to those of you who have purchased Drive Switch Evade, your support is appreciated.
I have enabled version 0.4 in the beta tab, so you can go back at anytime.
If you have any problems, let me know! Feedback is always appreciated!
Version 0.4 - Update
Achievements
Achievements have been added, with the possibility of additional achievements in future updates.
Partial Controller Support
Partial controller support has been implemented, this will work best for Drive Evade,Casual Mode and Split Screen. You could use a controller for the Drive Switch Evade mode, but with how the camera system works you would still need to use the keyboard for switching.
All menus will still require the use of mouse/keyboard.
Fixes/Changes
*Tutorial has been updated so you can no longer fail.
*Shadow render bug, previously noticeable in casual mode has been fixed.
*Minor UI adjustments to car selection screen.
*Game controls updated in menu.
I have enabled the version 0.3 in the beta tab, so you can go back at anytime.
Any problems, let me know!
Have a nice day!
Version 0.3 - Update
Split Screen now supported!
New Split Screen mode added - "Cash Grab" You and a friend can both have fun evading the police, first to reach the required cash wins or just crash into your friend and make sure the police catch them. Both players have access to any vehicle that as been unlocked through single player.
Head to head previously implemented in 0.2 as now been balanced. Go head to head with a friend with one of you taking control of the police.
Please Note: Split Screen is done with keyboard sharing, so a full size keyboard with number pad is required.
Fixes
*Updated engine to newest version. Fixing various render bugs.
*Improved audio transitions along with minor audio adjustments.
*Tweaked UI to fit various aspect ratios, due to minor overlapping problem.
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I have enabled the version 0.2 in the beta tab, so you can go back at anytime.
Any problems, let me know!
Have a nice day!
Version 0.2 - Update
Update 0.2 is here!
New - Autosave/Load
Autosave/load as now been added which is also future update compatible, so no restarting when a new update is released!
The autosave/load feature is for stage progression only. Vehicles are saved once unlocked via a seperate unlock system.
New - Casual Mode
Can't get the hang of the camera system, but want to evade the police?
You can now play casual mode. This allows you to play through the same stages as the "Drive Switch Evade" and "Drive Evade" game modes.
However this mode as a single difficulty setting designed for the casual player, which uses a closer camera that actually follows the vehicle.
New - Behind The Wheel (Bonus Mode)
Get in the actual driver's seat and start evading!
New - Split Screen - Head to Head
This is still in the early stages. So I won't be officially stating it supports split screen until more content is added. But, you can try it out now!
Player 2 will take control of the police while player 1 evades. At the moment player 1 can select any unlocked vehicle. However player 2 is limited to the basic police car.
This is setup for keyboard sharing with player 2 using the arrow keys.
Fixes
Subtle stutter effect of player vehicle. now fixed
Menu background physics glitch. now fixed
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If you have any suggestions/feedback, please do let me know!
I have also enabled the previous version 0.1.2 in the beta tab, so you can go back at anytime.
Any problems, let me know!
Have a nice day!
Version 0.1.2 / Reduced Price - Update
Update 0.1.2 is here!
Collision Update -
The police will now cause other civilian vehicles to crash and become an obstacle if they 'directly' collide with them.
Navigation Update-
The police will no longer pause to calculate the correct route, they will now quickly navigate the enviroment without stopping.
Script Fixes -
Camera script changes to prevent the game over screen not showing in rare instances.
Along with script changes to fix some conflicting code with the map and a key press.
Tutorial -
The tutorial was difficult for new players, received some feedback about this.
So the tutorial as been made easier.
New Game Mode -
Drive Patrol - You take control of a police vehicle and must navigate the city, reaching all the patrol points within a set time.
This is still in the very early stages of development and you are only able to try out level 1 for this mode. But you will be able to get an idea of the mode and give some feedback/suggestions for the development of it.
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Hello there!
So new content is in the works, i did plan for more content to be added in this update, but due to a few bugs being found during testing, the content as been pushed back to the next update as i didnt want to delay 0.1.2.
The price of Drive Switch Evade as been reduced, the new price will be for the remainder of early access.
If you have any suggestions/feedback, please do let me know!
I have also enabled the previous version 0.1.1 in the beta tab, so you can go back at anytime.
Any problems, let me know!
Have a nice day!
What's next? - (0.1.2)
Hello everyone,
I thought i would let you all know what to expect for the next update. I am open to suggestions and you can check out the future content plans on the forum. So if you want to see something added sooner rather than later. Let me know!
Collision Update At the moment civilians will only 'crash' if they hit each other or hit you, the player. This will be updated so any direct collision with the police will also cause civilians to crash and stop moving, becoming an obstacle for you.
Unlockable Content I am also working on unlockable content which will make use of the unlockable vehicles in the game. Content is going to be continually added ofcourse, but for this content you will need to unlock the required vehicle first.(I know i haven't said what will be added, you will need to wait and see)
Thanks for checking out Drive Switch Evade!
Version 0.1.1 - Update
Police Navigation The police could crash into certain benchs and get stuck. This has now been fixed.
There was a small area which was previously inaccessable to police, but was accessable to the player. This has been fixed.
Lighting Updated Improved lighting across entire city due to a few objects having incorrect lighting, only a very minor problem. But this has been fixed.
City Object Placement Very minor changes to object placement within the city, along with additional fences, mainly to stop the player getting stuck behind buildings along the city edge.
*Adjustments to script start times to help prevent a small AI navigation bug.
*Grammar correction.
Drive Switch Evade v0.1 Release
Hello!
Version 0.1 is now available.
Feedback on current content is appreciated, something you like/dont like, please let me know!
You can find information regarding future content plans here on the community forum, which is open to discussion.
Thanks for checking out Drive Switch Evade!
Release Date - Delayed
The delays are due to bugs being encountered during testing. The release date is now the 12th.
