Based on your feedback over the past couple of weeks, we've fixed up some things to make your road travels a bit less bumpy.
Steam Deck Bug Fixes:
We have locked the settings to “medium” to ensure consistent, quality gameplay
Fixed an issue of videos not playing on specific Steam Deck devices
PC Bug Fixes:
Fixed a general issue that caused the resolution to default to minimum settings. Now, it defaults to Ultra
The anti-aliasing menu selection option has been fixed
Occasional issues with stuttering have been addressed
New loading map images now include day and night variants
Extended the ghost car teleport audio radius to make it more audible
Trimmed the outro length for the “Same Old Road” full song
All mastered songs + WEM files have been updated both in the game and in the stand-alone OST download
The Police busting speed threshold has been lowered in special chase sequences
Fixed an issue with the HUD reporting the wrong gear at the start of a race when using manual transmission
Fixed an issue with the manual gearbox displaying the wrong gear when exiting the pause screen
Highlighting the menu difficulty option with a mouse is now fixed
Fixed an issue with being unable to select different cars when using a controller after unlocking them
Fixed an issue that caused a billboard to appear in the road on Oklahoma Plains
Some crashes that occur during random race sequences have been fixed
Some layout issues of the narrative comic sequences have been fixed
Fixed several issues of missing or incorrect road signs in Act 4
Fixed some instances of the road being transparent in some places in the City Outskirts map
Fixed some cases of unaligned haystacks appearing in the Iowa Farms map
Fixed sound effect issues with the wooden bridge in the Minnesota Lakes map
Fixed a display issue with the resolution in a narrative comic sequence encounter
Fixed an issue where the term "Bet" was not being translated
Fixed an issue that occasionally caused a player to become stuck when pressing the accelerate or brake button in the pause menu while moving around in map mode
To all who’ve joined us on this awesome road trip, a sincere “Thank You!” Working on Heading Out has been an amazing journey over the years, and we’re happy to have shared it with you. Safe travels!
Heading Out is OUT NOW
The time is finally here, and we are thrilled for Heading Out to release today!
This has been a long time coming; we have been working on Heading Out for more than 4 years, surviving the pandemic, and switching publishers in the process. There were times when we had to borrow money to carry on with this project, but we always believed that Heading Out was worth the risk. In the end, we are here, at the finish line, showing you the game that means the world to us and wishing it will mean something special for you too.
We truly can’t wait to hear from each of you about your own journeys through America’s cities and down the highways and backroads. So don't be afraid to leave a comment or contact us directly - especially if you find a bug, we will fix it ASAP.
If you’re new here - welcome! - Heading Out is a part narrative adventure, part roguelite, and part racing game greatly inspired by cult-classic road movies like Thelma & Louise and Vanishing Point (and Two-Lane Blacktop, does anyone remember it?). Choose your route across the USA on an unpredictable thrill ride blending white-knuckle racing, strategy, and storytelling.
Grab the wheel, slam your foot on the gas, and let’s go for a ride. And have a great time playing! -Serious Sim
PS: Very small and weird thing to note, but this is how we are. This launch version of Heading Out is version 0.8 instead of your typical 1.0. Why? 'Cause we forgot to change the build number. Oh, the shame!
Listen to the Heading Out Soundtrack EP on major streaming platforms NOW! It features six original tracks from the upcoming narrative-adventure driving game.
The complete 19-song OST will be available as part of Heading Out’s Deluxe Edition, launching May 7 on Steam.
Listen Here: bit.ly/49UYNkm
Heading Out - Gameplay Overview Trailer
Are you interested in popping the hood and seeing what Heading Out has to offer? This presentation covers some finer points of navigating the open road, resource management, and, ultimately, yourself.
We're finally able to share this with you: Heading Out has a release date! Thanks for sticking with us over the years.
If you aren't familiar with Heading Out, it's about the journey, rather than the destination. Heading Out is an immersive driving game passionately inspired by cult classic road movies. Escape your fears by taking off down American highways on an emotional trip of discovery. Coming to Steam on May 7, 2024!
Same Old Road Music Video | Heading Out - A Narrative Road Movie Racing Game
Hey! You! Stop! We have something special today!
A music video that will introduce you to the mood we want to achieve in Heading Out.
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The song you're hearing is from the game's soundtrack. All shots are from existing alpha build. Hope you'll like it!
Heading Out will feature an original double album inspired by many great driving songs of the 70's and 90's, with roots in genres such as Classic Rock and Americana.
