A new music track has been added to the New Player Intro
Localization
Added missing translations in the Social Hub
Bug Fixes
Trajectory Line no longer displays incorrectly when aiming past maximum blink distance.
Improved performance when switching between Tabs in the Ninja Scroll.
Improved the navmesh on the steps leading towards the Social Hub.
Fixed the Social Hub doors audio that was stuck looping.
The distance fog no longer cuts off in certain areas of the world.
The blades racks in the Social Hub now have proper collision.
Sensei, Gutsu & More!
New Characters!
Sensei and Gutsu have made their way up the mountain!
You can find Sensei in the dojo, staring into the void meditating peacefully, giving all sorts of advice for new ninjas. Gutsu has also finally managed to catch up to his cart. He's keen to meet new ninjas in training, likely hoping he can make some starfruit off them.
Improved Discoverability
The game modes around the world have been notoriously elusive for some newer ninjas, but no more! Each gameplay area has been highlighted to allow all ninjas to quickly find what they want to play the most.
New Intro
After being a simple loading indicator for so long, the intro screen has finally had a major overhaul. New players will be treated to an overview of the game and world, while our returning players will be treated to a nicer start screen when they launch the game.
1.9.0 Patch Notes
New Characters
Sensei has been added to the Dojo.
Gutsu has been added to the Archery Path and Gutsu's Lagoon, you'll find him next to his cart.
Approach either character and they will provide you with tips or casual conversation.
Improved Discoverability
Added signs above each Game Mode area to help players navigate the world.
Accessible doors now have a gold trim. The doors to Gutsu's Lagoon is the exception to this.
Start Screen & New Intro
A start screen will now be present when launching the game.
First time players will experience a new short intro before moving into the tutorial.
🍏 New multiplayer game mode! 🏹
APPLE HEAD
The first Multiplayer Mode is here! Head on over to the Social Hub and queue up for Apple Head, a 3-player PVP game mode where you must use your archery skills in a test of accuracy, reflexes and movement!
The longer you hold onto the apple, the more points you will score.
Block incoming arrows with shields, but when they break you have only your dodging skills to rely on.
If another Player steals the apple, whip out your bow and let loose a hail of arrows or practice eagle-eyed precision - whatever it takes to reclaim that apple!
THE ARENA
The Arena has finished its construction and its doors will open to all who dare to compete in the fast paced mayhem of Apple Head.
Brave the towering heights of the raised platforms and steel your resolve. It's time to show them who the fruit slicing champion is.
COMPETE AGAINST NINJAS FROM ALL OVER
With improved network performance, it's now easier than ever to play with friends from around the world. Pick your preferred region and then jump into a game of Apple Head together!
1.8.0 Patch Notes
Apple Head
An archery based multiplayer mode Apple Head has been added to the game - playable from the Social Hub
3 Players go head to head in a PvP battle to see who can hold onto the Apple the longest
Shoot the Apple off the opposing Players' heads to steal the Apple for yourself
Dodge, duck and weave until you've held the Apple for a total of 30 seconds to win (to be victorious) (to achieve victory)
Use Shields to block incoming arrows, but be careful as they have limited durability
Apple Head takes place in a newly available area 'The Arena' in which Ninjas from all over Fruitasia come to compete
Social Hub
A sign up board for Apple Head has been added to the Social Hub in front of the Arena
Once 3 Players have signed up to play Apple Head a new game will begin
Shields have been added to the Social Hub - practice your blocking before jumping into Apple Head!
Network Improvements
Bows and shooting fruit in the Social Hub have been greatly improved
Meet the devs - session 2
It was great fun meeting players in our last multiplayer event, and with the latest updates to multiplayer and the Social Hub, we've decided to do it again! If you missed out last time or have more questions, come shoot some fruit hoops with us and get all the juicy info about upcoming content!
For more information about the new Zen & Multiplayer update, check out our previous post on Steam.
See you in Fruit Ninja VR2:
August 30th, 6:30pm PT
August 30th, 8:30pm CT
August 30th, 9:30pm ET
August 31st, 11:30am AEST - that's our timezone!
☯ Zen Mode & Multiplayer Additions! 🕹
Zen Mode has returned! The cave along the bamboo path has opened up, revealing a new area housing the fan favourite mode. Venture into the cave and experience its unique ambience, test your balancing skills with stackable stones, or just slice some fruit without the threat of those troublesome bombs!
Following the initial multiplayer launch, we’ve now added new features to our Social Hub. Multiplayer minigames continue with two new ways to play with friends: Fruit Basketball and Fruit Rain!
Test your timing with Fruit Rain and shoot fruit hoops with your friends for high scores in Fruit Basketball!
Style your ninja with new Avatar colours and have the juiciest drip in all Fruitasia using the Ninja Scroll that is now fully functional in multiplayer!
Finally, you can show off all your unlocked blades, bows and sais – now available to use in multiplayer. Got a sweet new sword? Come show it off in the Social Hub!
Join our Discord to meet up with other Fruit Ninjas and share your thoughts about the game. Have fun & happy slicing!
1.7.0 Patch Notes
Zen Mode
Zen Mode from the original Fruit Ninja has been added to the game
The cave along the bamboo path has opened up, revealing a new area housing the Zen Mode
Zen specific leaderboard
The Zen Cave has been added to the map as a quick travel option, unlocked upon first visit
Social Hub V2
All weapons are now available in Multiplayer if you have unlocked them
Fruit Basketball minigame has been added to the Social Hub
The pagoda in the Social Hub now opens up and shoots fruit if the banana target is shot with an arrow
Ability to hide individual players has been added to the player board
General bug fixes
Multiplayer Settings
The Ninja Scroll is now accessible in the Social Hub
A new Social Tab appears in the Ninja Scroll if you are in the Social Hub
Ability to mute players and yourself has been added to the Social Tab in the Ninja Scroll
A disconnect button has been added to the Social Tab
Personal Space option has been added to the Social Tab to prevent other players blocking your vision
Ability to hide individual players has been added to the Social Tab
Customization
Player Avatar Customization has been added to the Ninja Scroll
Currently you are able to change the color of your Avatar with more options coming soon
1.6.2 Patch Notes
Bug Fixes
Fixed a rare occurrence where no fruit would spawn in Arcade Mode
Fixed US East Region selection not working correctly
Fixed an issue with Gutsu's Cart not working correctly after leaving multiplayer
1.6.1 Patch Notes
Bug Fixes
Fixed Arcade Combo Blitz tiers not appearing correctly
