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Version 1.5.5 is going live on the default branch of Entropy : Zero 2 today. This version will include Linux support, Steam Input and the new Gamepad UI. You can find the full changelog below.
Glownome's chest projectiles now properly appear as blue
Gamepad UI
Release 1.5 adds a new menu interface called Gamepad UI. This is the same UI which was added to Half-Life 2 and Portal to support the Steam Deck. Its source code was published on GitHub, so we've decided to integrate it into Entropy : Zero 2 alongside the other Steam Deck-related changes added in release-1.4.
Gamepad UI was mostly designed to be used for the Steam Deck alone, but since it has several major advantages over the default UI, we adjusted it so that it can be the universal menu replacement for all users.
Troubleshooting
When loading your saves, you may see a warning which looks like this:
This is only a warning, it does not necessarily mean there is any problem with your save file. Since version information is only saved in Release 1.5 onwards, all previous saves will give this warning.
Press "Ok" to load the game normally. You should be able to continue your game. If you run into any issues, please consult the troubleshooting guide.
How to disable Gamepad UI
If you need to use the default menu again, you can currently do so by going into the game's properties and typing "-nogamepadui" in the game's launch options.
How to play E:Z2 with a controller using Steam Input
If you have a Steam-compatible controller plugged into your PC, you should be able to launch Entropy : Zero 2, navigate the menu, and play the game natively.
Note that the Options menu may require you to use your controller's right stick and right trigger (depending on your controller and config) to simulate mouse input.
You also cannot skip the intro videos with a controller.
Troubleshooting
For any issues you encounter, make sure you're using the correct controller configuration. You can find your controller configuration properties in the Steam Overlay, or through a distinctive gamepad button when you have the game selected in your Steam library.
If this does not resolve your issue, please let us know.
How to play E:Z2 with a Steam Deck/on Linux
If you are using a Steam Deck/Linux machine, you should be able to launch Entropy : Zero 2 with the Steam Linux Runtime by default. Make sure Steam isn't configured to launch the game with a specific compatibility tool (e.g. Proton).
Troubleshooting
If you encounter an issue while playing the game on a Steam Deck/Linux machine, make sure E:Z2 is not set to be launched with a specific compatibility tool in the game's properties. If you need to confirm this in-game, you can easily identify whether you are playing Entropy : Zero 2 with Proton by looking at the game's italicized subtitles. Proton does not render these properly and each letter may appear cut off.
If you have verified that you are not using Proton and cannot resolve your issue, please let us know. You could also try switching to Proton and seeing if you can reproduce the issue with it.
Steam betas and versioning
If you are currently on the 1.5 public beta branch for testing, thank you! You may wish to set your branch back to default. You can read more about betas and versioning in this Steam guide.
Following our last post, the day has arrived, and Vectromirror (Vectromirror 0’s sequel) is out of Early Access. This means you can enjoy the full experience, including new levels and visuals, the complete narrative (told through voice acting), and new mechanics.
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The Cure(Taming) system is finally back up and running!
Every player will now have an initial companion. Your battling companion will gain experience by battling alongside you. With experience, it can level up at the start house. (Please note that the controller navigation of the cured creature manage menu may not be working at the moment.)
For now, the following creatures can be tamed: Gela, Ost, Rock Giant, and Furious Elf. However, you must first pass through the dungeon, as creatures within the dungeon cannot be tamed.
I assume most people who have bought The Top know about my YouTube channel and will know that this has been released, but just to cover all my bases, I've released a ~22 minute long documentary/post-mortem discussing the story leading up to me starting work on The Top and the design philosophies and practices I followed. I hope you find it interesting.
Aside from that, there is now a demo released for the game. If you know anyone who may be interested in the game, the demo is the best place to point them first rather than telling them to blindly spend their money. Also, the game is 20% off for the next few days.
I've also released a small patch that fixes up some lingering inconsistencies and bugs. Let me know if you have any issues with the new version.