Today we would like to introduce you to the latest changes to one of our core mechanics. Namely, the change to the fire extinguishing system.

As you are well aware, the previous system was far from perfect. It caused a lot of problems not only for the players but also for us, the developers. However, thanks to the irreplaceable LMG programmers, we managed to create a completely new, realistic, and at the same time intuitive firefighting system. We hope you will enjoy it.

But let's get down to business.

Our firefighting system allows you to conveniently control the space you want to fill with fire. And it is based on a grid scheme made up of fields and vertices. To create a fire focus, we choose the size of the grid and locate it in the desired place. We can use automatic matching of the grid points to colliders on the map, or we can lay out them manually. This allows us to quickly, but also optimally, set the height of each grid point as required.

Once the grid is ready, we move on to setting the temperature areas. By increasing the temperature of a given vertex, we increase the temperature of the surrounding fields. The temperature of individual fields is an average value relative to all surrounding vertices.

The fields take the form of invisible triangular colliders, which are responsible for detecting collisions with the water jet. The collision between the field and the water jet causes a gradual decrease in the temperature of the field in question. At the same time, the temperature of all its vertices is reduced. Consequently, extinguishing a particular field causes the temperature of neighboring fields that share vertices with it to decrease. In this way, we can create realistic fire outbreaks, with temperatures adapted to the fire sources and changing dynamically as they are extinguished.



From a gameplay point of view, this also gives players a choice in the way they approach the problem of extinguishing the flames. After all, one can fight the fire by extinguishing the periphery of the fire, or deal directly with extinguishing its source.



What do you think? Which way will be more effective?

We are excited to announce that we are supporting WDC, Whale and Dolphin Conservation for World Oceans Day!

The WDC World Oceans Day Sale started on World Ocean Day and runs until 15th June, 10am PDT 2023, and you can save fin-tastic % off many games on the sales page.



Get 55% off right now while 20% of our net income goes to WDC.

WDC, Whale and Dolphin conservation is the leading global charity dedicated to the protection and conservation of whales and dolphins.



Their expert-led teams in the UK, Europe, the Americas, and Australasia work across the whole spectrum of threats, from climate breakdown to accidental entanglements in fishing gear. They bring together, and work hand-in-hand with, businesses, philanthropists, scientists, NGOs, governments and grassroots communities to find solutions to the problems faced by whales and dolphins.
Their aim is to reverse the global decline in whale and dolphin populations by:
- Stopping cruelty from deliberate harms such as whaling and captivity.
- Creating safe seas, free from the threat of pollution, collisions with vessels and accidental entanglement in fishing gear.
- Winning recognition of whales and dolphins as sentient, socially complex beings, and our allies in the fight against climate and nature breakdown.



Whales and dolphins are awe-inspiring. They are intelligent beings, vital for the health of the ocean and planet. They have suffered from terrible harm - deliberate and accidental - and their homes and populations are under threat. But it's not too late.

Together we can still help them recover and flourish and they can help us reconnect with the wild, and repair the damage we have caused.

If you want to read more about WDC, you can do so here: https://whales.org/
You can find many other amazing games in the sale here: {LINK REMOVED}https://bit.ly/OceansDaySteamSale23

Thank you for joining us and for supporting WDC!

So, Stampede: Racing Royale is a thing, and it's coming to Steam!

Following yesterday's announcement, we wanted to follow up quickly with some additional details on the game. With Stampede still in development and much more game details to be revealed, we can't answer everything just yet! But these FAQs will hopefully set the scene for what's racing your way...


What is Stampede: Racing Royale?

Stampede: Racing Royale is a 60-player kart racing game, coming to Steam via Early Access. Stampede combines thrilling 60-player events with a thrilling, competitive knockout-style system, challenging all players to lead the herd, take the win, and be the last kart standing. Players compete in a wide range of events, unlock kart and character customisation items, and discover new challenges and rewards to constantly race for.

What platforms can I play Stampede: Racing Royale on?

Stampede: Racing Royale will be available on PC via Steam. Any potential details on additional playable platforms will be shared at a later date.

How much does Stampede: Racing Royale cost?

Nothing! Stampede: Racing Royale is completely free to play. From Early Access, the in-game Store offers players the option to purchase cosmetic items that do not affect performance in events, if they wish.

When can I play?

Stampede: Racing Royale will be available on Steam, via Early Access, in 2023. Before Early Access, we will also be running Steam Playtests. Check out our Steam page to see how to sign up for Playtests, and follow our social channels for details on when the game will be playable.

Will I be playing the full game during a Steam Playtest?

Stampede: Racing Royale remains in development. This means any version of the game that is playable in Steam Playtests is a work in progress. Some aspects of Stampede planned for Early Access and beyond will not feature for this reason. However, the Steam Playtests will feature the core gameplay experience and knockout system, along with a range of features, customisation items, and more. Full details on features and content will be shared with players ahead of any Steam Playtest.

Is there a minimum PC spec for the game?

We are currently finalising the details regarding required and recommended PC specifications, and will share more as soon as possible.

Is Stampede: Racing Royale multiplayer?

Yes! Events in Stampede: Racing Royale always begin with 60 participants, battling at the same time to be the winner.

Is there a split-screen option?

At this stage there is no split-screen option, or local multiplayer option for Stampede: Racing Royale. All multiplayer action takes place online.

Is an online connection required to play?

Yes. As all events in Stampede: Racing Royale are online multiplayer, an internet connection is required to participate.

Where do I receive in-game rewards?

For any in-game rewards that you do not automatically redeem, head to your Inbox, accessible via the game’s home page. Your Inbox will receive messages that include attached rewards for you to redeem. We'll be adding more rewards, and ways to earn them, through Early Access and beyond.

Can I make more than one character or kart?

Players have one character and kart assigned to their profile. However, you can change all the customisation options of your character or kart, as often as you like.

Can I use a keyboard or a controller to play the game?

Yes. Whilst we recommended connecting a controller, players can use either a mouse and keyboard, or a Steam-compatible controller, to play Stampede: Racing Royale. Buttons and mapping options can be found in the in-game Options menu.

Where can I send suggestions and discuss Stampede: Racing Royale with others?

At this stage, our main space for players to speak with each other and our team is Stampede's Steam Discussions area. Our official social channels will also often respond to questions and thoughts from players. We'll be creating more channels and ways for our community to interact over time.

Where can I get support or assistance regarding Stampede: Racing Royale?

During any Playtests, and throughout Early Access, we will share the methods for reporting issues or suggestions via pinned posts in the Steam Discussions area. New channels and reporting tools will also be created as development continues. Updates from the Stampede team on fixes, changes, and more will be provided in Steam Discussions and our official social channels.

Where can I find out more about Stampede: Racing Royale?

We’ll be sharing all news on Stampede: Racing Royale via Steam News/Announcements. You can also follow our social channels on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook to stay up to date.

Denizens of Issilith,

We are triggering a two-week grace period on the expired battlepass, to grant new players a chance to use this feature as well as give previous players the opportunity to grab any items they missed. As such we would like to gift you 1000 Phagetokens to use as you wish.

Due to this update the server will be down between 11:00-12:00 BST / 12:00-13:00 CET.
We truly appreciate your patience and involvement at this stage of testing. If you have any feedback or questions please don’t hesitate to get in contact via the PHAGEBORN Discord.

Yours truly,

PHAGEBORN team

Mark your calendars! Join us on Youtube as we unveil the thrilling new trailer for Ettrian - The Elf Prince and announce the official launch date.

Another update for you all! This fixes some more pressing issues. There's a handful of bugs left to fix, another update will likely be coming out later this week.

• Fixed a major issue some players would run into involving getting forced out of bounds during the final boss
  
• Hopefully mixed a major issue in which the final boss would disappear and never come back, softlocking the game
  
• Fixed an issue where the BeetleBud interacted with an aspect of the final boss improperly
  
• Fixed the “Save and Quit” option not working after some chapters
  
• Fixed an issue where you could select the BeetleBud while decorating your house which would result in locking the game
  
• Fixed being able to go back to a certain endgame location after beating the game
  
• Fixed map marker issues outside the Tomb of the Prophets
  
• Fixed a collision issue outside of Elder Bufo’s house
  
• Fixed an issue where a couple interaction prompts would display the wrong text

This is a minor update. Night Raid CPU scores may increase on some ARM64 devices, but Night Raid GPU scores will not be affected.

As Windows support for ARM32 is coming to an end, new Night Raid CPU scores will better represent the performance of Arm devices when compared to x86 devices.

New

• Updated Night Raid to version 1.1.5. This update adds support for ARM64 devices.

Missed your weekend F1®️ racing fix last weekend? Jump into F1®️ 22 and race around the world at various circuits with the authentic lineup of cars and drivers.

If you enjoy F1®️ 22, you’ll love F1®️ 23’s new feature, F1®️ World.



F1®️ World, a new feature for F1®️ 23, with a lot to offer as an exciting new way to enjoy the game, serving as a central hub for multiple game modes.

Here’s what it features:

Series

Designed to offer a range of competitive events that take you on a single player global tour of F1®️, spanning a variety of game modes and tracks, with primary and secondary objectives to complete.

Solo & Multiplayer Events

Daily, weekly, and seasonal events and objectives - these Events offer a taste of both single player and multiplayer racing. Content drops align with the real F1®️ calendar.

Your F1®️ World Car

You’ll be able to change how it looks and you'll unlock upgrades to equip, instantly changing its performance.

You'll unlock upgrades known as Car Parts and Team Members, including Team Principal, Strategist, R&D Head, and Sponsors. Each of these can have Contracts assigned to them that give added gameplay modifications.

Upgrading your car will increase your Tech Level, making your car faster, handle better, and brake more efficiently, ultimately making it more competitive in events.

Upgrades are unlocked through gameplay in F1®️ World, with additional upgrades being available as part of the Free and VIP tiers of Podium Pass. Items can be acquired faster by purchasing XP boosts with PitCoin but there are no ways to purchase individual upgrades with real-world money.

Licence Level

Race cleanly with a new safety rating system as the number of penalties you receive and how well you play to the rules will impact your Licence Level.

Clean driving throughout events will have you advance through ranks A-D, with higher ranks opening up more realistic race styles. For example, in Rank D, collisions with other drivers in Multiplayer are disabled, whereas those racing with a Rank A licence will have full damage enabled for a more authentic experience.

Ranked Overhaul

The overhauled Ranked mode relies on equal performance vehicles to allow pure driving ability to take center stage.

Ranked now features a division-based system. Drivers are placed into groups, with 100 players in each. Every group has its own leaderboard, and depending on how you perform, you’ll climb or drop down it.

If you’re one of the top players in your group by the end of the week, you’ll be promoted to the next division. Drivers in higher Divisions will earn Podium Pass XP boosts, with bonuses ranging from 5-20%.

The Elite division is the highest of them all and those in that division can earn the right to call themselves one of the best players in the world.

Goals and Compendium

Get closer to the history of F1®️ past and present with Goals and Compendium.
Goals offer opportunities to earn rewards in F1®️ World and to speed up your progression in Podium Pass.

The Compendium is a virtual sticker album. Completing your sticker album can earn you XP and more resources to go towards upgrading your F1®️ World car.

You can also watch this video from Maxime MXM to know more about F1®️ World :


Pre-purchase F1® 23 Champions Edition by June 13 to receive the game and:

• 3 days Early Access with additional Early Access XP Double Boost
  
• Max Verstappen exclusively designed racing customisation items: Car Livery - Helmet - Suit - Gloves
  
• New My Team Racing Icons: Nigel Mansell, Jamie Chadwick, Pastor Maldonado, Kamui Kobayashi
  
• Braking Point 2 My Team Icons: Devon Butler, Aiden Jackson, Callie Mayer, Casper Akkerman
  
• Braking Point 2 Customisation items - Casual and race wear ingame items inspired by Braking Point 2: T-shirt, hoodie, cap, helmets, Konnersport car livery, suit, gloves
  
• F1® World Bumper Pack: Get a head start in the all new F1® World with this pack of Resources, a Unique Upgrade, and 7 days of XP Boost that increases the XP you earn from being on-track by +50%
  
• Virtual Currency - 18,000 PitCoin

Owners of F1® 22 or F1® 2021 can also receive 10% off F1® 23 Champions Edition when pre-purchasing in-game.

*Conditions and restrictions apply. See https://www.ea.com/games/f1/f1-23/disclaimers for details.

Some minor changes and fixes, including:
- Fixed Westerlunden's Storyline. Be sure to visit Säkkinen about the beer cap!
- Added some missing voice-overs.
- Other minor bug fixes.

Join our Discord server to discuss the Westerlunden's Storyline & it's secrets! Who will be the first to discover the final prize?

Happy Monday all!

After 4 years of work we can finally announce it properly: Laika: Aged Through Blood! A Western-inspired “Motorvania” that will bring you bloody action on two wheels, hand-painted visuals and vengeance!

The game debuted at the Future Game Show last weekend with a new trailer that shows off the motorbike-bound movement and combat mechanics:


Drive, jump, grapple, and fight your way through an expansive hand-drawn world on your motorbike. Embrace your inner daredevil as you race your way through the wasteland, performing dangerous stunts, shooting down enemies in slow-mo and reloading your gun by performing a backflip!

By the way, in exactly one week you can get on the saddle of the motorbike yourself, because Laika: Aged Through Blood will be part of the Steam Next Fest from June 19! ːsteamhappyː

Have a great week everyone!
Brainwash Gang


https://store.steampowered.com/app/1796220/Laika_Aged_Through_Blood/