Fixed bug where changing to a language that uses commas would result in mouse sensitivity set to 0.1. If you were affected by this bug, be sure to take a look at your "Sound" tab for Hitsound/Shootsound cooldowns (default 0.04) and "Misc" tab for workshop refresh duration (default 24)!

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We always aim to improve your experience based on the feedback you provide. If you have any suggestions or need assistance, please get in touch.

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Creator Tools
We want to remind everyone of the Creator Tools, a space where you can create and submit your own benchmarks and workouts. https://kovaaks.com/kovaaks/benchmark-creator


Thanks to various optimizations on the GPU side as well as a new CPU-friendly "Simple Aim Profile", everyone should see a 14% FPS boost on average. Depending on your computer specs and scenario, the boost can go from 6% to 23%.

We have optimized the texture streaming pool and shaders. On this note, we have renamed the setting "High Quality Textures" to "Texture Streaming" and its tooltip, since it better explains its purpose.

The Simple Aim Profile is now available to all scenario creators. As the name says, it's simpler, so in bots that can get away with it, it'll make the scenario demand less from your CPU. Additionally, when loading suitable scenarios in Challenge mode, the simple aim profile is automatically used, which means this will benefit old scenarios as well! This improvement should be easily noticeable on static clicking scenarios.

We have optimized some of the HUD, to make gameplay demand less CPU.


We've started integrating Crowdin localization files, expanding our language support to include Portuguese-BR, Chinese Simplified, Russian, German, Spanish, Polish, Ukrainian, French, and Japanese.
https://crowdin.com/project/kovaaks


For some of you it might take a couple of days to get used to, but the sandbox has gone through a few small yet impactful changes that not only make the user-experience more familiar and easier but also opens the door to add cool stuff to it in the future.


We have made the pause menu a horizontal menu and a topbar, since the previous vertical layout was strange to new users and ended up looking a lot busier compared to the current topbar format. We placed all the game-modes in a dropdown, changed some of the buttons from text to icons and removed some to make the UI much easier to read. We also added a "Player Widget", currently it just shows the player's avatar, username, Supporter status and country flag but we are working on ideas to add more to it on-hover and click, like player info. and stats. You're welcome to suggest ideas on our Discord!

• The Sandbox Browser is now always visible, whether you're in Challenge or Freeplay mode.
  
• We have added a column showing Playlist/Scenario authors and a header to the list of scenarios and playlists and their authors, to make the UI faster to understand at a glance.
  
• Most of the buttons on a list of scenarios/playlists are now only shown on whatever scenario/playlist is active or on-hover, making the menu cleaner yet dynamic.
  
• We have also adjusted padding on all 4 tabs (Online Scenarios, Local Scenarios, Online Playlists, Local Playlists) to increase visual consistency.

We have added a limit to the height of a playlist description and made the description box scrollable.
Due to your feedback, we have added the name of the playlist in certain situations, like when you're already subscribed to a playlist or when you successfully subscribe to a playlist.



We have added texture thumbnails both on the VISUALS tab and the Texture Picker menu.
We have fixed the texture color not having live preview.
We have made the word "TINT" more readable.

Not only are Benchmarks, Workouts and Competitions free for all KovaaK's players, we have made small yet substantial to its user experience!

• There's now a new Bounding Box setting (on the Visuals tab), the default option still exists but there's a new one named "Outline" that is pretty self-explanatory but also is less GPU demanding for anyone wanting to squeeze all FPS possible. Eventually, we will likely just make the Outline option an actual target Outline feature allowing color customization.
  
• We have added a pitch modifier to sliders. As you adjust a slider, the pitch will go up or down, making using sliders more enjoyable.
  
• With our ongoing Localization project, we have decided to move the language setting to the MAIN tab to make more players aware that we are translating the game into several languages.
  
• When turned on, the scenario name is now visible during the challenge countdown.
  
• When refreshing your workshop scenarios, the game will only write to the local disk when paused, significantly reducing the chances of a stutter when the game finishes refreshing the workshop.
  
• Reduced the installation size a tiny bit.

We're here because of you! Share your gaming highs, your feedback, and your ideas for KovaaK's future. Join the conversation on Twitter, Discord, and Reddit!

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Sharpen Your Skills with a 30% Discount!

Spring is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than with a sale as fresh as the season? For a limited time, get KovaaK's at a 30% discount and take your aim to the next level.

Available from March 15th - 22nd, don't miss this chance to perfect your aim at a fraction of the price. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, KovaaK's is the ultimate tool to help you hit your targets with pinpoint accuracy.

1. Unlock your potential with tailored training programs
   
2. Measure your improvement with detailed stats
   
3. Compete with friends and climb the leaderboards

https://store.steampowered.com/app/824270/KovaaKs/

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/38547/KovaaKs__Anime_Pack/




We're here because of you! Share your gaming highs, your feedback, and your ideas for KovaaK's future. Join the conversation on Twitter, Discord, and Reddit!

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Our translation initiative is making a return, this time neatly organized into different files and folders!

Contribute a minimum of 500 words to our translation project and receive an exclusive KovaaK's profile badge as a token of our gratitude. Showcase your contribution to our community with pride!


Visit our Crowdin project at https://crowdin.com/project/kovaaks and choose the file you're most comfortable with. Whether it's HUD elements, settings, or scenario editor, your input is invaluable.

1. Create a Crowdin account if you haven't already.
   
2. Select a file from the KovaaK's project.
   
3. Request to join the project.
   
4. Start translating into your native language.
   
5. Hit the 500-word mark and send us a message in Crowdin or Discord to secure your https://kovaaks.com/ profile badge!

We're proud to have a diverse, global player base. With your assistance, we can make KovaaK's truly international. Let's break down language barriers together!

The project is live and ongoing. There's no deadline!

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We're excited to announce that all map creator textures are now available in the sandbox texture picker. With 37 extra textures to choose from, your creative potential just got a massive boost!




We have also made the Anime DLC textures available on the sandbox texture picker.



https://store.steampowered.com/app/2633870/KovaaKs_Anime_Pack/

We've also fine-tuned the Level of Detail (LOD) for some map creator props, ensuring a smoother experience.

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The "Show Game Version During Gameplay" setting is back by popular demand (we hid it by mistake, to be honest)! Toggle it on or off in Settings -> Misc.

Fixed bug where movement keys would stick when Simulated Input Lag is enabled

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Our Anime DLC, an idea since 2022, is finally here! It was almost ready, so we polished it up for release.

• New skies to beautify your gameplay environment.
  
• Two unique anime character skins to stand out in the game.
  
• An array of map creator assets for limitless creativity.

This DLC goes beyond offering new content—it's a way to celebrate your support, enabling us to pursue our passion. Your purchase directly contributes to our ongoing work and development

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2633870/KovaaKs_Anime_Pack/

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The newest hotfix addresses key issues from update 3.4.0 and offers a bonus for our community.

• Texture Optimization: Some of the sky textures have been enhanced for better aesthetics and performance.
  
• Weapon Mesh Correction: Fixed the visible sphere on the weapon mesh for an unobstructed visual experience.
  
• Steam VR Launch Fix: Eliminated the bug causing Steam VR to launch unexpectedly with update 3.4.0.
  
• One Month of Kovaak’s Plus: As an apology for the recent pricing error, we are awarding the entire player base with a month of Kovaak’s Plus!

We're grateful for your patience and support through these fixes. The complimentary Kovaak’s Plus has been automatically applied to your account. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you enjoy the premium benefits!

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To ensure a smooth gaming experience, please update your game to the latest version.


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1. Pitch Modifier: Added a pitch modifier on hit for better audio feedback and more engaging gameplay. It has 3 modes: Slow, fast, and random. :music:
   
   
2. Character Skin Override and Browser: Added options under Settings->Visuals to override Skins of targets. :art:
   
   
   
3. Added Favorites feature to Benchmarks, Competitions, and Workouts: You can now mark content as favorite and quickly access your list of favorites. The list of favorites replaces the old "benchmarks switcher". :star:
   

1. Redesigned browser button placement on Benchmarks, Competitions, and Workouts.
   
   
2. Modified Content Browser Card Layout.
   
   
3. Removed the video played when launching the game, resulting in a faster boot.
   
4. Hid Playback icon when in a challenge that has the player running along a predetermined path.
   
5. When uploading scenarios to Steam, the prompt will now tell you the name of the scenario that was uploaded upon success.
   

1. New leaderboard sorting rule: In tied scores, the player with higher accuracy will rank higher, even if accuracy is not a primary scoring factor. Previously, the oldest score would rank higher. (Will only take effect with the wide public release) :dart:
   
2. Scenario Editor: Bumped 'Block Ability for Duration on Challenge Start' max value from 5s to 100s.

1. Resolved workshop cache issue causing some scenarios to be "not found".
   
2. Fixed a performance issue in some scenarios. :wrench:
   
3. Fixed a bug related to the Sandbox Browser that was causing FPS drops to some players. For those affected, it can increase FPS by 10 to 40%. :wrench:
   
4. Fixed the problem with Language Settings not persisting.
   
5. Fixed playback profile "Play" icon being visible during Challenge mode.
   
6. Fixed the scenario challenge window not showing the “Uploader”.
   
7. Fixed bugs with scenarios/playlists that had trailing whitespace.
   
8. Addressed hit registration issues with Witch and Mummy characters.
   
9. Corrected the Character Profile issue related to Lifesteal.
   
10. Fixed a sandbox crouch exploit.
    
11. Resolved an issue where having more than 6 categories caused overlap in Benchmarks categories.
    
12. Disabled playback profile PLAY icon when in CHALLENGE mode.

## Anime Sound Pack :loud_sound:
1. Anime01.ogg :notes:
2. Anime02.ogg :notes:
3. Anime03.ogg :notes:
4. Anime04.ogg :notes:
5. Anime05.ogg :notes:
6. Anime06.ogg :notes:
7. Anime07.ogg :notes:
8. Anime08.ogg :notes:
9. Anime09.ogg :notes:
10. Anime10.ogg :notes:
11. Anime11.ogg :notes:
12. Anime12.ogg :notes:
13. Anime13.ogg :notes:
14. Uwu01.ogg :heart_eyes_cat:
15. Uwu02.ogg :heart_eyes_cat:
16. Yaya01.ogg :baby_chick:
17. Yaya02.ogg :baby_chick:

1. WA_Door
   
2. WA_Premium
   
3. WA_Tatami

1. Bamboo_Potted
   
2. Barrel_A
   
3. CylinderPlank_R
   
4. Plank
   
5. MetalCylinder
   
6. Statue_B
   
7. PaperLamp_B
   
8. BannerAnime
   
9. Statue_B
   
10. PaperLamp_B
    
11. BannerAnime
    
12. Tiles_Bend
    
13. Tiles_Cap
    
14. Tiles_HalfBendIn
    
15. Tiles_HalfBendOut
    
16. Tiles_HalfCap
    
17. Tiles_HalfPyramid
    
18. Tiles_HalfStraight
    
19. Tiles_Pyramid
    
20. Tiles_Straight
    
21. Tree_B

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2633870/ Coming Soon :hourglass:

We are thrilled to announce that the ownership of KovaaK’s Aim Trainer has been transferred back to KovaaK himself, the original owner and creator.

Reflecting on the past eight years since the first alpha release in 2016, it's been an absolutely remarkable journey. Thanks to your continued support and feedback, our game has reached millions of players worldwide. We're so grateful for your passion and love for KovaaK’s, whether you're using it as a trainer, enjoying it as a fun hobby or both!

KovaaK Games, an indie team, will be led by KovaaK. He is joined by DrUninstall and a select few passionate developers, each of whom has been key to our success over the years.

Here are some of the things you can continue expecting from us:

• Continue adding features that enhance and optimize the aim training experience.
  
• Strengthen the KovaaK’s community, improving the experience of searching for new and existing content, creators, and players.
  
• Make playing, training, and creating more intuitive and user-friendly.
  
• Increase our communication and interaction with the player base, ensuring you’re heard and your feedback is incorporated.
  
• Respect and support everyone’s experience with KovaaK’s, recognizing it as more than just a tool or trainer, but also as a game and hobby. This includes both players and creators.
  
• Update KovaaK’s Plus (more details to come).
  
• Implement a healthy and ambitious plan for the future of KovaaK Games.

We want to thank you again for your loyalty, and hope you are as excited as we are for KovaaK Games’ future. We welcome your ideas and suggestions on how to continue improving KovaaK’s. As always, you can reach us through our socials, and we will do our best to respond and implement your feedback.

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Before we conclude, we want to express our gratitude and appreciation to the previous owners, The Meta. Under their leadership, the game was enriched with playlists, sharecodes, a map editor, a webapp, and more. As a VC-backed startup, The Meta aspired to elevate KovaaK's by partnering with a larger organization. However, unforeseen shifts in the esports software market presented challenges at a critical juncture, influencing their decision to change course.

Their decision to pass ownership back to KovaaK reflects their dedication to the game and the community's best interests. We commend their professionalism during this transition and cherish the friendship and learning experiences shared. Our heartfelt thanks goes to them for their unwavering commitment and hard work. As they embark on new ventures, they remain a cherished part of KovaaK’s journey, and we encourage everyone to extend their support to their future projects.

https://kovaaks.com/kovaaks/leaderboards

🌟Global Leaderboards

Your standing on the Global Leaderboard reflects your performance across all online scenarios available on the "Sandbox".
Points are awarded based on a simple formula:
Points refresh daily at 2 AM GMT. The more scenarios you conquer, the higher your potential score!

Thank you to our KovaaK's Plus Supporters who had one week of early access. Based on your feedback, we're proud to open the Global Leaderboards in an already improved state to all KovaaK's players.

• Player Leaderboard → Global: Open to all players.
  
• Player Leaderboard → Region & Country: Exclusive to KovaaK's Plus Supporters.
  
• Country Leaderboard: Accessible to everyone.
  
• Region Leaderboard: Also available to all.

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🚀 Additional Updates & Enhancements

• Language Selection Memory: Your language preference will now be remembered between sessions.
  
• Search Functionality Improved: Enhanced user search capabilities to ensure profiles are always findable.
  
• UI Improvements: Adjusted icon sizing and padding for better navigation.
  
• Content Display Enhancements: "benchmark" removed from titles for clarity; content type is now displayed will be shown on the client's UI.

🔧Bug Fixes & Security

• Profile Search Issue: Fixed a bug where some profiles were not appearing in search results.
  
• Localization Strings: Added missing localization strings for full functionality across all supported languages.
  
• Backend Stability: Improvements made for a more robust and secure leaderboard experience.

🔍UI/UX Adjustments

• Leaderboard Clarity: Rank is now displayed first, followed by the country flag next to the username.
  
• Scrollbar Accessibility: The width of the scrollbar has been widened.
  
• Points Column Highlighting: Attempted new styling on the POINTS column for better visibility.

https://kovaaks.com/kovaaks/leaderboards

📣Your Voice, Our Inspiration

We're here because of you! Share your gaming highs, your feedback, and your ideas for KovaaK's future. Join the conversation on Twitter, Discord, and Reddit!

Thanks for your support and more great stuff coming soon!