Genre: Platform, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure, IndieHyper Light Drifter
7/5/2017 'Default' - Input Overhaul Update
In response to reports of controller detection issues we implemented a complete overhaul of how the game handles input. This change is now live in the default branch for Windows.
If you experience controller problems after updating, please refer to the following thread: http://steamcommunity.com/app/257850/discussions/0/1456202492167723900/
You can also switch to our older build in the beta branch 'controller_old_noaltdrifter'. Unfortunately you won't be able to play as the Alt Drifter but your controller will work.
Thank you all for your patience while we deal with this issue.
Mac and Linux builds will be arriving after we confirm that our new approach is working properly.
Changelog:
07/02/2017
- Complete overhaul of input detection
- KB+M and controller can be changed on-the-fly without going into the settings menu. The game will use whichever control was detected most recently.
- Button prompts default to Xbox style. If you prefer PS4 prompts, go to Settings + Controls -> Controls and switch to PS4. The game will remember your preference.
- The game will no longer crash when disconnecting controllers.
07/03/2017
- Fixed crash that would occasionally occur on controller rumble
- Fix for strange behavior related to mouse input
- Fix for controller button prompts resetting to Xbox
07/04/2017
- Fix for broken keyboard input
07/05/2017
- The game no longer hangs after the credits finish
- Fixed snapping behavior on joystick input
7/4/2017 'Next Update' - Input Hotfix 2
Changelog:
- potential fix for broken input on certain keyboards
7/3/2017 'Next Update' Hotfix
We have uploaded a hotfix build to 'next_update' to address some issues players have reported.
Changelog:
- fixed crash that would occasionally occur on controller rumble
- potential fix for strange behavior related to mouse input
- potential fix for controller button prompts resetting to Xbox
7/2/2017 'Next Update' - Input Overhaul Update
In response to increasing numbers of bug reports involving controller detection, we decided to implement an overhaul of how the game handles input. This update is now in the 'next_update' branch.
If you experience any problems with the controls, please send an email to support@heart-machine.com detailing your OS and controller type.
We will make this build available for all players once we confirm that there are no issues with the build. Mac/Linux builds will be arriving soon after.
By the way, the Alt Drifter has been unlocked for all players since the beginning of the Steam Summer Sale. Beat the game once to unlock the ability to play as her.
Changelog:
- KB+M and controller can be changed on-the-fly without going into the settings menu. The game will use whichever control was detected most recently.
- The game will no longer crash when disconnecting controllers.
- Button prompts default to Xbox style. If you prefer PS4 prompts, go to Settings + Controls -> Controls and switch to PS4. The game will remember your preference.
To switch to the 'next_update' branch:
1) Right click on Hyper Light Drifter in your Steam Library
2) Click on "Properties"
3) Click on the "BETAS" tab
4) Click the drop down menu and select the 'next_update' branch
5) Click the "close" button and your game should start updating immediately
Stable Controller Branch
We are working on a fix for this issue and will make it available as soon as it's ready. Thanks once again for your patience.
To switch to the 'controller_old_noaltdrifter' branch:
1) Right click on Hyper Light Drifter in your Steam Library
2) Click on "Properties"
3) Click on the "BETAS" tab
4) Click the drop down menu and select the 'controller_old_noaltdrifter' branch
5) Click the "close" button and your game should start updating immediately
'Default' - Controller Detection Update
We have uploaded an updated Windows build in the default branch that attempts to resolve controller detection issues. Please let us know if you continue to experience controller problems.
Once again, apologies for any frustration and thank you for bearing with us.
'Controller Test' branch
If you are experiencing controller detection problems, please switch to this branch and let us know if the issue persists.
To switch to the 'controller_test' branch:
1) Right click on Hyper Light Drifter in your Steam Library
2) Click on "Properties"
3) Click on the "BETAS" tab
4) Click the drop down menu and select the 'controller_test' branch
5) Click the "close" button and your game should start updating immediately
Controller Issues
We are aware that some players are experiencing some new and odd issues with a variety of controllers. It may be due to changes in our engine, Game Maker, or some of our own updates in the code, or even external factors. We are trying to determine exactly what's going on, but it takes time when the issues are inconsistent and difficult to reproduce.
If you are experiencing problems with controller detection, please compile your system specs and any external hardware you have connected, as well as any anti-virus apps you may be running to help us determine exactly why this may be occurring in such an uneven way. Any information we can gather will be extremely helpful in fixing these problems.
We are addressing this as quickly as we can - apologies for any frustration and thank you for bearing with us.
6/26/2017 'Default' - Controller Support Tweak
The controller detection change we put in the 'next_update' branch yesterday is now live in the default branch.
If your controller worked before and is broken now, you can roll back to the previous version by switching to the 'last_update' branch. If this occurs, or if your controller still doesn't work, please send an email to support@heart-machine.com including your OS and controller type.
To switch to the 'last_update' branch:
1) Right click on Hyper Light Drifter in your Steam Library
2) Click on "Properties"
3) Click on the "BETAS" tab
4) Click the drop down menu and select the 'last_update' branch
5) Click the "close" button and your game should start updating immediately
6/26/2017 'Next Update' - Controller Support Tweak
We've noticed an influx of bug reports regarding controller detection. A potential fix for Windows has been uploaded. If you've been having controller problems, please switch to the 'next_update' branch and see if that addresses the problem. Mac and Linux builds will be uploaded soon. (Edit: Mac/Linux builds are now live)
If you're still having trouble, please send an email to support@heart-machine.com detailing your OS and which controller you are using.
To switch to the 'next_update' branch:
1) Right click on Hyper Light Drifter in your Steam Library
2) Click on "Properties"
3) Click on the "BETAS" tab
4) Click the drop down menu and select the 'next_update' branch
5) Click the "close" button and your game should start updating immediately