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Steam
Genre: Simulator, Strategy, Indie

Hired 2 Die

Hotfix 1.0.3.4
Bug Fixes:


  • Fixed a bug where a room that was already closed would still show up in the list of available rooms
  • Fixed a bug that prevented players from completing the "Paralyze Idferno" secondary objective in "A Simple Job"

New Game Mode
[p]What if the rules changed?
What if everything you thought you knew about surviving the workday… suddenly didn’t apply?[/p][p]This September, Hired 2 Die will introduce a brand-new game mode, and it’s not like anything you’ve played before.[/p][p][/p]

What We Can Say (For Now):

  • [p]It breaks the current conventions of the game.[/p]
  • [p]An endless race against time[/p]
  • [p]It introduces new gameplay rules exclusive to this mode. [/p]
  • [p]Creatures from both A Simple Job and The House Always Wins will appear in a single, terrifying contract. [/p]
  • [p]You’ll be able to unlock the first skin ever released for the game.[/p]
[p]You’ve survived the monsters. You’ve followed the rules.
Now, we’re changing the game.[/p][p][/p][p]More details coming soon.[/p]

Hotfix 1.0.3.3
Bug Fixes:


  • Fixed the out of bounds position of the last shelf to place boxes at Zone B in "A Simple Job"
  • Fixed a bug where the cargo cart would break if 2 player tried to grab it at the same time

Hotfix 1.0.3.2
Bug Fixes:


  • Fixed a bug where the Ringmaster would not be detected by the anomaly câmera in "The House Always Wins"
  • Fixed needing to take 2 or more photos to detect Egoshade in "A Simple Job"
  • Further hidden item positions fixed
  • Fixed light bulb emissions being active when they shouldn't

Hotfix 1.0.3.1
Bug Fixes:


  • Fixed not being able to photograph Idferno and Egoshade in "A Simple Job"
  • Fixed a bug where items would be misplaced in the player hand
  • Fixed certain secondary objective triggers
  • Fixed mini map help tab not showing all visual elements in "Learning the Basics"
  • Fixed a bug where the host would earn double the amount of cash for finishing the hunt contract in "A Simple Job"
  • Fixed a bug where the Ringmaster could get stuck in the final phase of the hunt contract in "The House Always Wins"
  • Fixed hidden item positions around all contracts (some still remain...)

Miscellaneous:


  • Water puddles are easier to spot
  • It's now easier to hear players voices behind walls

This is not the same game anymore!
[p]Over the past few weeks, we’ve been working non-stop to reshape huge parts of the game based on community feedback, and this latest update might be our biggest one yet.[/p][p] [/p]

What’s Changed?

[p]
Idferno and Egoshade in “A Simple Job” have been completely rebuilt from scratch.[/p][p] [/p]
  • [p]New AI[/p]
  • [p]New behaviors[/p]
  • [p]New materials[/p]
  • [p]New visual effects[/p]
  • [p]New sounds[/p]
[p] [/p][p]They don’t just look different, they play completely differently. Expect new challenges… and maybe new fears.[/p][p] [/p]

Massive animation rework across the entire game.

[p] [/p]
  • [p]Cleaning, packing, burning, locking, and dismantling now feel way more fluid, immersive, and satisfying.[/p]
  • [p]New visual effects and interaction feedback on tasks across all maps.[/p]
[p] [/p]

New Story Mode.

[p]A much easier game mode for players who want to enjoy the chaos without sweating too much. Great for learning or casual play. (Look for the little book icon next to START on the contract selection screen!)[/p][p] [/p]

It Doesn’t Stop There...

  • [p]Cloud Saves now work.[/p]
  • [p]New map selection screen.[/p]
  • [p]New accessibility options, including puzzle simplification.[/p]
  • [p]Shortcut keys for cycling security cameras.[/p]
  • [p]Tons of gameplay tweaks, balance adjustments, and bug fixes.[/p]
  • [p]Even the Demo has been updated to reflect all these changes.[/p]
[p] [/p][p]Plus... everything from the last updates:[/p][p]-Portuguese voice acting[/p][p]-Full controller support and official Steam Deck profile[/p][p]-Revamped areas in “A Simple Job” and other maps[/p][p]-Improved character models[/p][p]-Faster task interactions[/p][p]-Faster anomaly photo processing[/p][p]-CPU optimizations[/p][p]-New UI buttons like Back to Main Menu[/p][p] [/p][p]And so much more...[/p][p] [/p][p]Check it out. This might be your first time… or your first time all over again.
As always, thank you for being part of this community. Your feedback is what keeps Hired 2 Die growing. Let us know what you think![/p][p] [/p][p]Click here for the full patch notes [/p]

Patch Notes 1.0.3.0

Highlights:



Idferno and Egoshade (in "A Simple Job") have been reworked in these aspects:


  • Code (from scratch)
  • Behaviour and AI
  • Materials and visual effects
  • New sound effects

Rework in various tasks interactions, adding new animations and effects:

"Learning the Basics":


  • Clearing vines
  • Installing doors

"A Simple Job":


  • Collecting and burning trash
  • Setting up boxes
  • Locking cabinets

"The House Always Wins"


  • Cleaning mold
  • Packing slot machines and TV panels

Added "Story Mode" where contracts get substantially easier if enabled (book icon besides the START button in contract selection screen)

Cloud Saves are now working properly

The Demo has been updated


Bug Fixes:




  • Fixed a bug with the permanence system
  • Fixed not being able to play solo after launching the game offline
  • Fixed remaining gamepad issues with icons and behaviours
  • Fixed Beast not being able to pass through small spaces in "The House Always Wins"
  • Fixed a collision issue with the Beast in "The House Always Wins"
  • Fixed mouse being locked when opening the feedback menu
  • Fixed missing icons and subtitles in the PC/Tablet help section
  • Fixed various small bugs related to the cage in "A Simple Job" hunt contract
  • Fixed Steam Invite behaviour
  • Fixed walkie talkie volume bar not respecting muting
  • Fixed microphone icon not responding to player's voice in the PC/Tablet
  • Fixed security door icon behaviour when opened/closed remotely
  • Fixed flicking blackjack numbers in "The House Always Wins" Ringmaster monologue cutscene
  • Fixed a bug that didn't properly block interaction with the generator if the "Repurposed Gambling Table" perk is effective
  • Fixed puddle cleaning visual effect if looked via CCTV
  • Minor fix to item position in lockers
  • Minor fix to microphone icon layer above player's head
  • Minor stability fixes
  • Minor LOD fixes
  • Minor fixes in typos

Miscellaneous:




  • Added new accessibility option to make puzzles easier
  • Added a new screen for map selection before choosing a contract
  • The chosen character is now remembered after leaving other players rooms
  • Added new shortcuts for cycling between zones while using the PC/Tablet
  • Feedback added for copying a room code
  • Minor physics optimizations
  • Minor tease for what's to come...

Thanks for your continuous support of Hired 2 Die!

Hotfix 1.0.2.2
- Fixed a critical bug where buttons would be mising in the main menu if using ultra-wide aspect ratios.

Devlog #018 | Roadmap Q1
Hello everyone, we are excited to share that we have officially completed the first quarter of our roadmap. As promised, we focused on three major areas for Q1: full controller support, quality of life improvements, and accessibility features.


Below, you will find a summary of what has been delivered, along with a brief look at some past patch notes for anyone who might have missed them.

Full Controller Support




You can now fully navigate and play Hired 2 Die using a gamepad:
We have also added an official Steam Deck controller profile, ensuring smoother gameplay on the device

Quality of Life Improvements



You can see and join rooms from any region, making it easier to find matches and play with friends:



We have continued to revamp certain areas of the maps for better visual clarity and narrative cohesion:



As mentioned in earlier patch notes, we improved the visuals of the Control Room and Zone A in "A Simple Job" map.

Various bug fixes and balancing tweaks have been applied. For example:



  • Fixed the condition to earn the achievements "Burn in Hell!", "DOWN!", and "Office Party Photos"
  • Fixed an issue where players could become stuck after dying right when the generator puzzle
  • We addressed several cases where players might get trapped inside a bathroom stall, the Egoshade cabinet, or other parts of the environment
  • We removed the first row of lockers in A Simple Job to improve movement in that area
  • Interaction times for many objectives have been reduced to streamline the overall flow
  • Magic Eye notices chain sounds from farther away
  • The difference between Anomalies and Distortions is now clearer when using the anomaly camera

The anomaly camera now processes photos faster:



Accessibility Features


We have introduced a dedicated Accessibility Menu with multiple categories:



  • Toggle options for sprinting, crouching, and general actions
  • Game speed multiplier for solo play
  • Delay settings for repeated button presses
  • HUD objective markers:


  • Option to remove jumpscares
  • Sound filters and adjustable blood settings
  • Colorblindness filters:


  • Contrast adjustments
  • Subtitle and Reticle size customization
  • Speaker names in subtitles
  • Speech to text and translation settings
  • Microphone sensitivity adjustments
  • Forced mute option

And More



THIS IS A BIG ONE
We have reworked the puddle-cleaning interaction, adding new animations and effects:



  • We added a new option in the pause menu to leave or close a lobby
  • Antialiasing quality can now be adjusted
  • The walkie-talkie voice filter is less harsh
  • Minor text adjustments have been made in the manual and certain in-game emails to clarify instructions
  • In previous updates, we also introduced CPU optimizations across multiple stages, improved the female playable character model, added a Back to Main Menu button, and updated the Unity editor version for better stability

LAST BUT NOT LEAST...


Steam has officially approved Community Items for Hired 2 Die. That means you can now earn and collect Steam Badges, Trading Cards, Backgrounds, and Emoticons just by playing the game.

There are six different badges to unlock, five unique trading cards to collect and craft, three new profile backgrounds to customize your Steam profile, and five exclusive emoticons to use in chats.

If you've already played Hired 2 Die, you might find that some of these items have already been added to your Steam inventory based on your playtime. So go ahead and check your inventory:



We hope these changes make Hired 2 Die more enjoyable for everyone. Finishing Q1 of our roadmap is a big step, but we are not stopping here. We are already planning the next phase of improvements and features for the coming months. As always, we appreciate your feedback, so let us know what you think of these updates.
Thank you for your support, and we will see you on your next shift. Stay safe, and good luck surviving.
For a full breakdown of everything we've updated, you can check out the complete patch notes here.

PATCH NOTES 1.0.0.8

PATCH NOTES 1.0.1.0

PATCH NOTES 1.0.2.0

Hotfix 1.0.2.1

Bug Fixes:



  • Fixed "skipping" effect in scrolls when networked between players
  • Adding missing translation in texts

Miscellaneous:



  • The contract selection screen visuals have been reworked
  • Added a back button to the Accessibility Menu
  • Updated the "Industrial Bed" icon in the Lobby's PC
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