Changes:

• Major UI Overhaul
  
• General fixes
  
• Visual improvements
  
• Several new (mostly UI) assets implemented
  
• Minor balancement changes
  
• Readability improvements

Hey all! Peter here with another update. We’ve decided Part 1 needed a better wrap-up than just returning you to the menu, so we’ve added a short epilogue that teases Part 2. Hope you enjoy! We’ve also included a bunch of bug fixes, a new gun, revamped weapon/hand smoothing, and more listed below. I’ve also been doing a ton of work under the hood to make the game as performant as possible. More coming very soon!

(0.2.3) Changes:
-Added new ending to Part 1 campaign
-Added new weapon (Vector)
-Significant performance improvements
-Improved weapon feel
-Fixed issue where grabbing the same object with both hands broke a hand
-Fixed some force grab issues
-Improved weapon/attachment/clip handling
-Fixed thrown objects going through walls issue
-Fixed arena lighting issues
-Various minor bug fixes

Thank you for your love and support through this challenging journey so far.

My personal journey has always been closely linked to punk. I spent years as the bassist and singer of the band PRANX. A little Easter egg in "Mindlock": An EP cover of my band adorns Colin's wall – a drawing by me that dates back seven years. My punk mindset not only flows into the music but also into questioning our societal system, an attitude that I find reflected in Colin, the main character of "Mindlock."

Colin lives the punk mantra "Punk's not dead" with a corresponding poster and a dusty guitar. He questions the system, feels like a cog in the machine, and expresses his dissatisfaction. Over time, however, I have developed a more mature perspective, growth that I also allow Colin to experience. "Mindlock" declares: The world is not just black or white.

Currently, I am working on the soundtrack of "Mindlock," which deliberately has a punk influence but ultimately strikes a calmer tone that captures the game's atmosphere. Markus Zierhofer of AudioCreatures supports me in developing the lyrics and the professional production. My experiences in songwriting and sound design also flow into the background music, which weaves thematic motifs and thus enhances the mood of the game.

Although I still enjoy attending punk concerts and remain loyal to the music, surprisingly, I prefer jazz while working on "Mindlock – The Apartment." A development I did not expect. Interestingly, I now receive support from a film music composer and a game composer, both of whom help fine-tune the soundtrack. Their expertise in film music and game soundtracks adds an additional dimension to the game's musical design.
For anyone interested in learning more about our development processes, I recommend our devlog "Behind Closed Doors: Colin's origins" Here we provide insights into the creation of "Mindlock" and the conception of Colin. Don't forget to add the game to your Steam wishlist.

Quick update:

• Recently a white screen issue was fixed and a stealth patch was released. The stealth patch locked some further gameplay puzzles on a boat which was meant to be later on in the game. Big patch is still getting worked on. The plan was to release West Goldencoast next. It is actually in the game but under testing (not playable). May delay so that a bigger update can release so there's more progression content rather than just 1 new level. One new level isn't complete without the boss fight being defeatable and without releasing the shop, it wouldn't be possible to get passed phase 2 in the East Goldencoast if released at current state.
  
  
• Next patch plans: West Goldencoast, East Goldencoast, Roseyard (side quest level), The Dunes, new shop, The Memory World 2, Return to Castle (planning additional optional side quest), The Ghost Lands. More achievements, achievements for current side quests that are playable but not fully complete (key drops/achievements, polish). Level cap raised from 11 to 16.

Update Highlights:

• Map Adjustments: Improved map layout for a more realistic feel.
  
• Save Convenience: Continue with your previous save when restarting the game.
  
• Save Management: Automatic replacement of the oldest save when the limit is exceeded.
  
• High Score Mode: Known as Challenge Mode before, now adding score accumulation feature for clearer achievements.
  
• Building Adjustments: Logical early game layouts and more building shapes.
  
• Animations: Enhanced animations for buildings and trees.
  
• Water Issue Fix: Corrected tile display issues post water tornadoes.

Hello, Pilots!
This is the Steam® version "Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2" team.
　
　
Server maintenance will be performed on the following schedule.
　
◇Date & Time
[PDT] 04/03/2024 22:00 – 04/04/2024 01:00 [Scheduled]
[CEST] 04/04/2024 07:00 – 04/04/2024 10:00 [Scheduled]
　
◇Maintenance Details
・Server and data maintenance support
・Supply Drop Lineup Update
　
　※Please note that you will not be able to log in to the game during the maintenance.
　※The end time may vary depending on the maintenance status. Please understand this in advance.
　※Entering the maintenance during matching may cause unexpected errors.
　　Please log out of the game before maintenance.
　
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
We look forward to your continued support of "Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2".
　

　
　
[PDT] 04/04/2024 / [CEST] 04/04/2024 Updated content is listed below.
　
■Notice of U.C. ENGAGE collaborative campaign
Starting from [PDT] 03/28/2024 1:00 / [CEST] 03/28/2024 10:00, U.C. ENGAGE collaborative campaign will begin.
For more details, please have a check to the information listed below.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1367080/view/4212627958609019808
　
　
■Notice of Kämpfer High Mobility Type guaranteed STEP UP Supply Drop

Starting from [PDT] 04/04/2024 / [CEST] 04/04/2024,
Kämpfer High Mobility Type guaranteed STEP UP Supply Drop will begin.
　■Period
　　　　[PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 – 04/10/2024 21:30 [Scheduled]
　　　　[CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00 – 04/11/2024 06:30 [Scheduled]
　■Content
　　A Supply Drop, in which 10 consecutive Supply Drops can be requested up to STEP4.
　　The STEP will progress by 1 each time you perform a request, as STEP1 → STEP2 → STEP3 → STEP4.
　　Once STEP4 finished and this Boosted Supply Drop will be over.
　　・STEP1 (15 Tokens): Tokens 50% OFF!
　　・STEP2 (30 Tokens): ★★ and above Materials Drop Rate x1.5! + 150 ★★★ Mechanic Tickets
　　・STEP3 (30 Tokens): 1 ★★ or above rarity MS guaranteed! + 150 ★★★ Modification kits
　　・STEP4 (30 Tokens): 1 Kämpfer High Mobility Type LV1 guaranteed!
　※Same supplies will be drawn as the ongoing Supply Drops.For details, please check the [Item List].
　※Please make sure to have a check to the event schedule.
　
　
■Notice of “Limited Supply Drop!! Gaplant TR-5”

Starting from [PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 / [CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00,
a Limited Supply Drop with a MS drop rate boosted event will begin.
　
　■Period
　　　　[PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 – 04/10/2024 21:30 [Scheduled]
　　　　[CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00 – 04/11/2024 06:30 [Scheduled]
　■Content
　　During the period, "Limited Supply Drop (Once / 10 Times)" can be requested from the material counter.
　　Within the Limited Supply Drop, Gaplant TR-5's drop rate will be increased.
　■Featured material with a Big Boost to its supply drop rate
　　In the Limited Supply Drop, the specified unit and its related main weapon will be affected.
　　◎Supply drop rate increase① (Item Amount 1)
　　・★★★ Gaplant TR-5 LV1 (General unit, ground/space use, cost: 500)
　　◎Supply drop rate increase② (Item Amount 1)
　　・★★★ Gaplant TR-5 LV2 (General unit, ground/space use, cost: 550)
　　◎Supply drop rate increase③ (Item Amount 2)
　　・★★ Long Blade Rifle LV2
　　・★ TR-5 Beam Saber LV2
　■Supply Drops that are affected by the drop rate increase
　　・Limited Supply Drop
　※Material Lineup that can be received from the Limited Supply Drop will be the same as the current Supply Drop lineup.
　　Only the specified items in the Limited Supply Drop will be boosted, differing from the Standard Supply Drop.
　※Drop Rate increase of the Limited Supply Drop will affect the Unit of each LV
　　and has a different effect on the unit's main weapon.
　e.g. When Unit LV1–2 and Main Weapon are affected by the drop rate increase.
　　・Unit LV1’s Drop Rate increased by “3%”
　　・Unit LV2’s Drop Rate increased by “3%”
　　・Main Weapon's Drop Rate Increase "3％"
　The increase in the Supply Drop Drop Rate will be adjusted by reducing the Supply Drop Rate of "★" rarity.
※Regarding the detailed Lineup of the Limited Supply Drop, please check [Item List].
※The amount of tokens required to request a Limited Supply Drop is the same as Normal Supply Drops.
　(Once - 3 Tokens / 10 Times - 30 Tokens)
※Keep in mind of last day of this Limited Supply Drop period.
　
■Notice of Supply Drop Lineup "Kämpfer High Mobility Type"
Supply Drop Lineup has been updated.

　　■ Period
　　　　[PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 – 04/10/2024 21:30 [Scheduled]
　　　　[CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00 – 04/11/2024 06:30 [Scheduled]
　　■Content
　　■Unit
　　・★★★ Kämpfer High Mobility Type LV1 (General unit, ground/space use, Cost 500)
　　　※The above MS is eligible for the Monthly MS Bonus Unit.
　　■Mobile Suit Features
　　・General unit with cost of 500.
　　・This variant of the Zeon Army's Kämpfer Type F was modified into a high-mobility type unit
　　　to specialize in hit-and-run tactics.
　　・To balance continuous combat capability and battle results,
　　　this unit was redesigned as a high-mobility type unit specializing in hit-and-run tactics,
　　　capable of equipping multiple beam weapons.
　　　As part of this complete overhaul,
　　　it was also newly equipped with large "stürm booster" units from the Gundam Development Project.
　　　Once the modification finished, it was operated by a terrorist group.
　　・In order to take advantage of its high mobility, which is a characteristic of its body,
　　　its armament consists of simple weapons such as beam rifle, beam saber, and Sturm Faust,
　　　but by taking advantage of its high assault capability, it can be expected to achieve great results in battle.
　　・Can be deployed both on the Ground and in Space.
https://bo2.ggame.jp/images/info/2024/01/1efaeb8ce15635a6ee914f9f1c50daee.mp4

　　　※This video may not be representative of the actual product.
　　　※Keep that in mind that the release time of the unit is scheduled.
　
　Skill "SB Limiter Release System"
　　・When starting High Speed Movement with full thrusters
　　・Increases High Speed Movement speed by 15
　　・Reduces ranged attack damage taken during High Speed Movement
　
　■Exclusive pilot item as a Bonus for the 10 Consecutive Supply Drops!
　　Beginning from [PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 / [CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00,
　　1 random exclusive pilot item as a bonus can be obtained from 10 consecutive drops.

　■Period
　　　　[PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 – 04/10/2024 21:30 [Scheduled]
　　　　[CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00 – 04/11/2024 06:30 [Scheduled]
　　■Supply Drop with Bonus Items
　　　Normal 10-consecutive Supply Drops
　　■Bonus Item Contents (get 1 of the 2 items randomly listed below)
　　　■Wear
　　　　Normal suit: Zeon Army 10
　　　■Accessory
　　　　Helmet: Zeon Army 10
　　　※Requesting 10-Consecutive Supply Drops during the campaign will grant you an additional 11th supply drop,
　　　　and get 1 extra item.
　　　※Does NOT apply to the 1-Attempt Supply Drop.
　　　　The bonus item will not be awarded even if you request the 1-Attempt Supply Drop ten times in a row.
　
　■Other material
　　■Units
　　・★★★ Gaplant TR-5 LV2 (General unit, ground/space use, Cost 550)
　　・★★ Jesta LV3 (General unit, ground/space use, Cost 700)
　　・★★ Jesta Cannon LV3 (Support unit, ground/space use, Cost 700)
　　・★ Red Rider LV4 (Raid unit, ground only, Cost 550)
　　　※"Gaplant TR-5 LV2" is eligible for the Monthly MS Bonus Unit.

　　　※For more information regarding the updated supply drop lineup, please refer to the [Supply Drop List].
　
　■Notice of [Big Boost to Supply Drop Rates Campaign]
　　Some of the newly added materials will have a boost to their supply drop rates for a limited time.
　■Period
　　　　[PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 – 04/10/2024 21:30 [Scheduled]
　　　　[CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00 – 04/11/2024 06:30 [Scheduled]
　　■Featured material that will benefit from the Big Boost to its Supply Rate
　　・★★★ Kämpfer High Mobility Type LV1 (General unit, ground/space use, Cost 500)
　　■Supply Drops that will benefit from Big Boost to Supply Rates
　　　・Normal Supply Drop
　　　※After the end of the campaign, all supply drop rates will be the same as other materials.
　
　
■Overview of “GBO DAYS”
We have different events for all pilots [JST] every first Thursday through the first Sunday
as our big campaign "GBO Days"!

　■What is GBO Days?
　　GBO Days is a special monthly campaign that will start at the first Thursday of every month at [JST] 17:00
　　until the next Monday [JST] 04:59 [scheduled].
　　Pilots who always play GBO2 will receive a lot of benefits, furthermore,
　　new and returning pilots will be even benefited from some of the content during the campaign!
　■GBO Days April Schedule
　　[PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 – 04/07/2024 12:59 [Scheduled]
　　[CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00 – 04/07/2024 21:59 [Scheduled]
　■Campaign Details
　　During the period,
　　①Free "Guaranteed Mobile Suit Supply Drops" that can be requested once a day! (Up to 4 Units!)
　　②"Special Supply Drop" with 2 guaranteed ★★★ or above rarity MS can be requested once! (10 Times/30 Tokens)
　　③Basic rewards (EXP, DP, CP) after battle will be doubled! If you are a new or returning pilot, it will be increased to 5 times!
　　④New & returning pilots always have a 100% container discovery rate of observation units!
　　　　Also, veteran pilots of GBO2 who sortie with, new & returning pilots,
　　　　their observation unit's container discovery rate will be increased by 30%!
※New pilots must start up GBO2 for the first time and click "GAME START" on the title screen within 14 days.
※Returning pilots are those who have not logged in for at least 45 days since the last logged out of GBO2.
※Please note that basic rewards will not be increased if pilot has started a game session after the campaign period.
※The number of containers that can be found will be only two per day.
※If you have been awarded with Premium War Merit badge, the number of containers you can find per day will be increased.
※Date will be updated daily at 5:00 AM [JST].
※If Penalty status is [PENALTY LV1] or above, you will not able to get any container.
■New Materials for exchange are added to Recycle Counter.
　⇒ Information about newly added materials
　■Unit
　　・★★★ Gundam Mk-V LV2 added

　※The materials mentioned above will be available at Recycle Counter for 2 days, from [JST] 04/04/2024 – 04/05/2024.
　
　
■New Materials for exchange are added to DP exchange Counter.
　⇒ Information about newly added materials
　■Units
　　・★★ Hizack Cannon [Increased Armor] LV1 added
　　・★★ Pale Rider DII LV1–2 added
　　・★★ Rick Dom (Stutzer) LV2 added

　
　
■We have updated the game modes that allow you to sortie in Rating Match/Quick Match.
　※According to the update above, the actual game modes may differ from
　　the "game modes available at the next update" that was displayed before the update.
　
　
■Situation Battle is now updated.
　⇒　The topic of this week is "Nightmare of Solomon".

　※For more details about this week's Situation Battle, please click here.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1367080/view/4200243693063835057


■This week's weekend-only game schedule
　◎Weekend-only battle schedule
　[PDT] 04/04/2024 12:00 – 04/07/2024 11:59
　[CEST] 04/04/2024 21:00 – 04/07/2024 20:59
　◎Special Rules
　　・"Mix-up", "Simple Battle", "Shuffle Target", "Brawl Match" and "Duel Match" will be held in every 2 hours.
　◎Weekend-only battle schedule
　[PDT] 04/04/2024 01:00 – 04/07/2024 11:59
　[CEST] 04/04/2024 10:00 – 04/07/2024 20:59
　　※This is a special schedule for new launches.
　◎Special Rules
　　・Situation Battle "Nightmare of Solomon" will be held.

　
■Next Clan Match Schedule
Please refer, here for the next Clan Match schedule and reward collection period.
For an overview of the Clan Match, please refer here.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1367080/view/3696937262747690435
　
　
The latest information will be posted on STEAM News and our Twitter in the future.
https://twitter.com/pc_gbo2

We look forward to your continued support of "Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2".

Hello, Pilots!
This is 『Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2』team.
　

■Next Situation Battle Schedule
Schedule
[PDT]
　1st week: 04/04/2024 01:00 – 04/07/2024 11:59
　2nd week: 04/11/2024 01:00 – 04/14/2024 11:59
[CEST]
　1st week: 04/04/2024 10:00 – 04/07/2024 20:59
　2nd week: 04/11/2024 10:00 – 04/14/2024 20:59
Topic
Nightmare of Solomon

MAP
Resource Satellite
No. of Players
　5 vs 5
Team A
Team B
Remark:
　・Skills "Melee Combo Controller LV1" and "Emergency Evasion System LV1" will be given to all GM.
　・GM(cost 450) will be updated with greater MS spec and have skill "Forced Injector LV2".
　・Rick Dom(cost 550) and Zaku II FS (SM) will have skill "Forced Injector LV2".
　・Skills "Melee Combo Controller LV1" and "Emergency Evasion System LV1" will be given to all Zaku II.
　
　※You can join this mode even you don't have any MS on the list.
　　Pilot will be assigned a random MS from team A or B.
　※MS status in this mode will different from the normal, also the main weapons and custom part cannot be changed.
　　Default MS and pilot appearance will also be used in this mode.
　※You can check the MS list in sortie counter.
　
■Situation "Nightmare of Solomon" rewards
　Directives for Situation Battle will be available to pilots during the period.
　You can finish the missions and claim the rewards before the schedule cycle is over.
　◆Contents
　　◎1st week
　　　・STEP1: GM Cannon [Space Assault Type] LV1 (Support unit, space only, cost 250)
　　　・STEP2: 10,000DP
　　　・STEP3: 40,000DP
　　◎2nd week
　　　・STEP1: Mark: Solomon Special Attack Unit
　　　・STEP2: 10,000DP
　　　・STEP3: 40,000DP

　※The details of the directives and their achievement status can be checked by pressing [tab]
　　　in basecamp or even sortie room.
　※Rewards can be gained in the Rewards Center.
　
　
We look forward to your continued support of "Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2".

Thank you for playing "Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2".
This is the Steam® version oeperations team.
　
Currently, we are receiving reports indicating that regular gameplay is being disrupted due to unauthorized behavior.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused to users who are enjoying the game normally.
　
We have been conducting investigations based on the reports we have received and information
from our internal investigation criteria, and in response to these disruptive actions,
we have been monitoring the action logs as appropriate on the management side.
We would like to report that for the accounts where issues were confirmed,
measures to halt gameplay have been successfully implemented.
　
As of 29th March, 2024 [JST]
　
■Number of Account Suspension Cases
　
■ Actions Taken: Permanent Usage Suspension, etc.
　
As this online competitive game thrives through everyone's collaboration
the management will continue to investigate accounts that are deemed to be
violating the terms of use or engaging in disruptive behavior towards others.
If disruptive or interfering actions are confirmed,
we may halt gameplay for the relevant accounts without prior notice.
We kindly ask for your understanding in advance.
　
Furthermore, we extend our gratitude to users who have provided information about those
engaging in disruptive or interfering behavior and have cooperated with our investigations.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you.
※Please note that if there are repeated instances of false reports, penalties may be imposed on the reporting users as well.
　
If you come across players who might be engaging in unfair practices or using unauthorized tools
during gameplay in the future, we kindly request your cooperation in providing information
through the "Contact Form" mentioned below.
　
▼Contact (Inquiry)
https://bnfaq.channel.or.jp/title/2823
　
We are committed to applying penalties to those involved in unfair practices and tool usage, for the sake of our players.
We ask for your continued support for "Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2."
Thank you.

Greetings from the <Summoners War: Chronicles> team!

We would like to inform you about the Apr. 4th Update.

Check out the Update Note on the Official Forum:

■ Apr. 4th Update Notes
https://community.summonerswar.com/chronicles/eng-gb/board/16/58760

Thank you.

It is no longer a secret that a new world for the game is in development. And it will be a world of big trees.

Let's think about what monsters should be added to it?