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[2014/11/18] Update v1.0009 - Better AI

18 November, 2014 - danijel

Greetings captains!

A new update is here. We wanted the update to be more substantial than it is now, but the regional gaming fair Infogamer Reboot (during last week) took quite a bit of our time. This also explains why we were a lot more silent than usual. Things should be getting back to normal now :).

That doesn't mean this update doesn't bring anything to the table. Far from it. The highlight, I'd say is definitely the improved NPC AI, specifically aimed at their behavior in combat. We're not done with it yet however and the following updates should bring it all up by a few notches more.

Let us know what you think please!

CHANGE LIST

FIXED: Numerous errors in the Polish localization
FIXED: Fire at Will no longer target your mercenaries if your reputation is Unlawful
FIXED: Allied ships no longer attack your deployed SETH platform
FIXED: SETH platform properly applies friend<->foe checks if you suddenly attack an allied ship and it turns hostile
FIXED: Waypoint missing problem on Giant leap main mission should no longer appear (additional script added to make sure)
FIXED: Several translation errors in the Russian version
FIXED: Several translation errors in the German version
FIXED: Several database errors in the German version
FIXED: A potential problem with sound effects becoming garbled when near a TGate
FIXED: Lure of the Lens potential problem where you couldn't destroy Clearmont station
FIXED: A potential problem that caused Fog of War to reappear on explored sectors
FIXED: A problem where Ferry freelance mission item does not appear in inventory, when planets are involved
FIXED: Several errors with starchart labels overlapping
ADDED: Station assault freelance mission
ADDED: Station defense freelance mission
ADDED: Fire at Will HUD icon now blinks to be more visible when you're attempting to use light weapons while Fire at Will mode is active
ADDED: Ships and platforms now have new object markers to make them more distinct from other game objects
ADDED/MODDING: AI Assembly helper application to game root directory. This is used to edit and create new behavior files (full modding documentation is to follow)
ADDED/MODDING: Scripterion helper application to game root directory. Use this if you're into scripting in SG2. It shows all available script functions with descriptions and examples.
UPDATED: Drastically improved NPC AI behavior
- They can now dynamically assess the situation and choose an according course of action.
- The choices they make differ on their faction and profession
- Sets of abilities and items that have, until now been reserved solely for the player, are now also available for use to the AI
- NPCs can use skills
- NPCs can use equipment
- NPCs from different factions/professions make different choices
- Since we have opened up a lot of possibilities for the AI, we'll keep a closer look on balance in combat and tweak things accordingly. AI improvements won't stop here as well - you can expect further improvements in this area!
UPDATED: Turret view camera mode is now properly usable when playing the game with controllers (for the Xbox360 controller)
- when in turret view - hold LT and use the right analog stick for rotating the camera.
UPDATED: Energy redistribution panel is now properly usable when playing the game with controllers (same as Skills/Items at the bottom of the HUD)
- Hold LT and use the left analog stick for redistributing power.
UPDATED: Orpheus mine buffed to increase usefulness
UPDATED: Options->Video->Presets now work as intended
UPDATED: Post processing option in the Options->Video panel now affects more features to increase framerate when lowering this setting
UPDATED: Options->Video->Environment detail and Model detail options optimized on lower settings to increase framerate
UPDATED: SETH platforms work properly for quest related ships
UPDATED: Several changes in the Freelance mission generator to reduce chance of missions NOT appearing
UPDATED: Increased duration of special warnings (for example when you lose troopers when undocking from stations)
UPDATED: Colliding with stations now deals shield/hull damage
UPDATED: Shield indicator now longer shows some objects to have shields, when in fact they don't (planets, structures...)
UPDATED: Increased Blueprint drop rate when scanning anomalies
UPDATED: Reduced chance of an event taking place when undocking from stations and planets

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19 Comments

Wrathinside 21 Nov, 2014 @ 7:12am

Artifact vault still remain on the map after picking up? Yes, I am a sucker, but I aint getting back until I know I can conveniently get them all. First the vault does not spawn, then I go vault by vault every hex and end up with 49, while manually counting 50. No way I do it third time....
But really excited about Station missions and new modding possibilities. AI seems to be dangerous, especially with heroes at low levels, but better with it than without.

Now just seriously, fix that stuttering and artifacts, and I will again praise you game.

FatalGhost503 20 Nov, 2014 @ 8:14pm

so when will flight stick controls be properly implemented, i know this isnt a priority, it would just help me with the immersion? just a side question is all

Preaching Sin 20 Nov, 2014 @ 5:00am

that was my MO but not when they heal up again right?
they have access to the exact same things we have and it is very hard punch above your weight.

My play was to attack take one down and whittle one done and board -> make money. but I cant do that anymore. They re up the shields and their hulls basically killing how I play the game.

Unless that was bug the other night - them healing up and re engaging.

kamikaze-TMX 19 Nov, 2014 @ 11:41am

2 deadly and impossible... you know you can kite ships? or even dmg 1 of them by manouvring around then fly quickly away and come back to finish the job :).

capt. gêême 19 Nov, 2014 @ 11:29am

Thanks for all!

keep to update and bring more news and a multiplayer mode!

Preaching Sin 19 Nov, 2014 @ 7:48am

Well holy Crap.

How about a heads up on the AI thing? I wondered why my usual tactic were failing and I was constantly getting my ass handed me when I could walk in and out.

That kinda change that has a pronounced effect should have a little disclaimer. at level 26 and normally fine but when I fired it up last night - well death - repeatedly.

Which is fine - but tell people what changed for love of meep.

/rant
No wonder to 2 deadly/impossibles wiped my ass.

rta 19 Nov, 2014 @ 6:22am

Great update! THanks

Kopseer 18 Nov, 2014 @ 9:21pm

@Danijel
Hahaha ah ok :P

a random guy 18 Nov, 2014 @ 6:12pm

Since the AI can use abilities I assume the players ship can get hacked, will we have a notification of what systems if any are being affected by thir skills?

RenegadeCEO 18 Nov, 2014 @ 4:18pm

@Danijel
it worked... sorta. There were still a couple of Revenant ships that came in neutral flagged and the Shinova still booked it out of the mission area (at PTE speed)when it went to the defend part of the mission. But it was doable.

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