Hex v0.0.8α (Patreon)

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Hey! I know it's been a bit since I've posted anything. Don't worry, I'm okay, but I'll explain a little more in a future post. The SS update is still next and I am working on it, this patch is something small I've been meaning to get out in the meantime.

This patch should improve performance in the web version of the game rather dramatically. In addition, all the backgrounds have been replaced with new artwork, and several new outfits for throne realm attendants have been added. A gift code system has also been added! I intend to release some gift codes soon!

Here are the detailed patch notes:

Bug fixes

• [World] Fixed several issues and inconsistencies to do with the weather system and rain rendering.
  
• [Misc.] Fixed typos and some small issues.
  

Content

• [Art] Replaced all background art with new artwork.
  
• [Cosmetics] Added several new cosmetic outfits for attendants. One is Patreon-exclusive, one can be unlocked via a gift code (code release TBD; see below for more on gift codes), and two can be purchased from the seamstress after meeting certain conditions.
  

Additions and Enhancements

• [General] Added the gift code feature; players can enter codes which can be found in various places (mostly Itch and Discord) to gain rewards! Some codes will have expiration dates. Codes can be claimed once per playthrough.
  

Technical

• [Engine] Assets being loaded over the network can now be loaded from a cloud-based CDN. This should dramatically improve load times, performance, rendering, and responsiveness in the web version of the game. This can be turned off from the settings menu, and if the game is running from the file system or on localhost, or is offline, assets will be loaded normally from the game’s local data.