• Fixed hands jittering when running game on Quest via SteamVR.
  
• Various performance improvements for OpenVR Runtime.

Current game version: EA 0.5.43.9


The fix should be available through Virtual Desktop beta, however, when it gets public, we'll probably push one more update to settle everything down.

Sorry for the inconvenience — VR still brings us challenges which need a lot of time and effort to resolve.

• New Waves Mode, Enemy Classes
  
• Melee Throws, Arena Destructions

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We're actively working on resolving the launch issues with Virtual Desktop. A fix is currently in progress.

• Fixed Valve Index Controls issues on launch.
  
• Fixed Sprint option not working sometimes.
  
• Added more grab zones for Rooftops arena.
  
• Highlighted updated Rooftops arena with the "New" ribbon in selection menu.

Current game version: EA 0.5.43.8

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The "grey screen" issue, known for causing extended loading times on some systems, has finally been resolved. Additionally, we've updated the way the game processes controller information. Please report any issues you encounter.

We've conducted extensive testing to ensure this solution is as seamless as possible and believe it to be our final approach. We plan to refine it further based on your feedback.

We can confirm that Meta devices are fully compatible with all available launch options:


We've added an extra warning message for Virtual Desktop users who might accidentally launch Hard Bullet without starting SteamVR first. This is to ensure a smoother start-up process.
Continuing to refresh our arenas to align with our new vision, this update is particularly special. Not only has it undergone a significant rework for Rooftops, but it also includes teasers for our forthcoming RIDE (previously referred to as Raid) mode, which we have yet to unveil.

• Enemy Generator: Resolved a problem where altering enemy sizes could cause their limbs to stretch or shrink abnormally.
  
• Improved the quality of street advertisements within the arenas.

Current game version: EA 0.5.43.6

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Some updates for Hand Spawner — now you can change enemies armor types and even spawn dat blood(y) skeleton again.

The Aggressive Enemies Setting now features a red color highlight, making it more noticeable and helping you easily see if it's still activated.


Greateley reworked amount of effects during explosions, reducing annoying performance spikes that could create noticable freezes.


The improvements made to explosions have also affected the number of enemy limbs that can be blown off simultaneously. We've significantly increased this amount. Brace yourself for some intense and gory action.


We've updated several classic Asian bladed weapons with higher quality models — an early gift in celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year.


We've added a feature to disable distance grab. When turned off, it greatly reduces the grab range, so you can only pick up weapons when your hand is very close.

Additionally, those grab-related settings have been consolidated under the Interactions tab.

• Long melee weapons can now be holstered on your back.
  
• Enhanced the video quality for in-game Tips.
  
• Added underlines to certain UI elements for better clarity.

Current game version: EA 0.5.41.1

• New Waves Mode, Enemy Classes

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Hello everyone, today we're excited to introduce a refreshed version of the 2020 Waves mode, along with a new layout for the Wave Spawner.

You now have the option to select from two game modes: Survival (previously known as Waves since 2021) and the newly designed Waves mode, which offers a more structured gameplay experience.

We offer three difficulty settings determined by the number of waves, but as always, you're free to set your own. Additionally, the Player Settings remain available for those who want to add an extra challenge by trying different health modes (check out NEW No Regen mode!) and ammunition level.

Expect to face waves of enemies with different outfits, all created using the game's current assets. We're excited about our plans to introduce diverse enemy body types and movement patterns in upcoming updates.

These enemies wield standard pistols and have no armor. Esay peasy.

These are more formidable opponents. Dressed in black, they use SMGs and are protected by light armor. A well-aimed shot can knock off their masks and helmets.

Armed with assault rifles and wearing heavy armor, these enemies are tough to take down. You'll likely use up an entire magazine to penetrate their armor, so it's better to target their unprotected body parts or engage them at close range with a blade.

Updating the mechanics for pump shotguns to make them more realistic when you run out of ammo. Here's what happens when you fire the last shell and pull the pump handle back:

1. The pump of the empty shotgun will stay in the open position, leaving the action chamber visible and indicating the weapon is out of ammo.
   
2. You'll need to insert a new shell into the chamber and then slide the pump handle forward to load the round.
   
3. After that, you can continue to load more shells into the magazine tube, located at the lower part of the shotgun.

Known Issue: after loading one round, pump moves forward in free mode, ignoring user pump settings. Hotfix is on its way. Fixed.


We've enriched the Dead End sandbox with additional details, refined enemy pathways, and fixed colliders. We've also introduced more elements in the environment that you can interact with, such as items you can grab or remove with a shot.

The market arena has been enhanced with parts that can be detached, although this location is still being refined.

Over the next few months, we're committed to releasing updates for our arenas, continuously improving your gaming experience.
Resolved compatibility issues with Vive Cosmos and first-generation Windows Mixed Reality devices such as the HP Reverb 2019. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

The issue regarding launching Quest through the Virtual Desktop PC Streamer App through VR Desktop inner UI, known as the Grey Screen issue, persists. We acknowledge the inconvenience and are planning more comprehensive internal changes. A fix is in the works, and we aim to roll it out soon to prevent such issues from occurring in the future. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

It's good that all other methods of launching Hard Bullet on Quest via PC are functioning smoothly.

If you encounter any launch issues or have further questions, feel free to reach via Discord or Steam forums. We're here to ensure you have the best gaming experience possible.

• Armor in Survival Mode: Resolved the problem where armor wasn't effectively blocking damage during Waves/Survival mode.
  
• Enemy Weapons Falling: Fixed the issue where enemy weapons would drop when their bodies disappeared and ensured that weapons are now properly holstered.
  
• Rooftop Arena: Adjusted the metal stairs leading to the roof to prevent enemies from getting stuck in them after being defeated.
  
• Skeleton Spawn: Fixed errors that resulted in the creation of a blood skeleton instead of the intended enemy model during the use of the Hand Spawner or throughout Wave/Survival sessions.

Current game version: EA 0.5.40.2

• Melee Throws, Jump, Sprint, Arena Destructions, Gun Sounds and more!

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It appears that the recent "hand shaking" bug was a result of our new system, which was designed to move hands with objects through walls. For the moment, we've deactivated this feature and plan to investigate the issue more thoroughly once the team returns from the Holidays.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Everything should now be functioning as normal. Thanks for your reports.

Physics-based full-body VR setups can be challenging to perfect. If you're encountering persistent issues with elbows or other body parts, and recalibration doesn't resolve them, consider switching to "Hands Only" mode in the Player Settings for a more stable experience.

• Added Snowball Piles to Hand Spawner menu.
  
• 
  Updated the preview images for Kowloon and Dead End levels. To indicate which ones have been revamped in line with our new, more narrative-driven environmental approach, we're adding a special icon. More details about our vision can be found in the Melee Throws Update description.
  
• We've rebaked the lighting in several arenas for enhanced visual quality.
  
• Weldnig works with the spruce.

Current game version: EA 0.5.39.7

• New Year Update, Gun Throwing and Other Improvements
  
• Melee Throws, Jump, Sprint, Arena Destructions, Gun Sounds and more!

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This year was filled with great Hard Bullet improvements, and our team worked tirelessly to bring them to you. See you next year with lots more to share!


This holiday season, we've scattered snowball piles throughout the Hard Bullet arenas and sandbox levels.

Pick up a snowball and throw it at an enemy for a fun way to knock them off their feet!


Sure, you can transform any gun into a Snowball Gun using the Ammo Generator, but we've gone a step further and created two pre-made holiday weapons for you: the Snow Ingram and Snow Sawed-Off.

Look for both festive firearms under the spruce tree in any Sandbox level. Have fun!

We've enhanced the impact of throwing firearms. Now, you can effectively use your gun to knock enemies off their feet and buy yourself some time — whether it's using the butt of your rifle or simply throwing it at an enemy. Ragdolls will roll!


Tweaked the force required for a spear to penetrate a human torso and head, ensuring a truly powerful and satisfying experience.

• Physical Objects: Fixed a problem where large objects would bounce while being held.
  
• Ammo Generator: Simplified the process of placing and picking up objects.
  
• Ammo Generator: Corrected the scale units and default values.

Current game version: EA 0.5.39.6


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We've completed extensive behind-the-scenes work and successfully upgraded to Unity 2022. This upgrade opens up many new possibilities, and we're excited to introduce several of them to you today!

Because of physics nature of Hard Bullet, throwing things was always a tricky part. Today we present new throwing mechanics with optional auto-aim. Variuos weapons now can be thrown differently.

Grab the handle for a straight throw, or grab the blade for a spin throw.
Thrown axes will spin during their flight towards the target.
Should be thrown over the shoulder, like in real life. The throw's distance depends on how hard you throw.
Will try to simulate real world physics.


We're excited to unveil a new, reimagined jump ability, combining the best features from various versions of Hard Bullet over the years.

Jump on Button Release: This key update changes how jumping works - now, the jump activates only after releasing the Jump button. The duration of the button press determines the jump's height.

Slowmotion Jump: For a more powerful leap, hold the jump button longer. This type of jump deactivates slow motion mid-air, adding a cinematic feel, especially useful in long corridor shootouts.
You have the option to disable Slowmotion Jump in the Settings if you prefer.

Control Schemes for Jump Ability: Lastly, we've introduced a choice between two control schemes for the Jump Ability. You can stick with the 'Stick Up' or switch to using the 'A' (or Touchpad) Button, depending on your preference and controller.
Updated stick dead zones so jump and crouch will be much more responsive and there should be less situations when you accidentially turn while jumping.


You now have the ability to move at varying speeds, allowing you to better adapt to different environments and situations. The stick movement is fully analog, so you can move slowly through challenging areas or sprint towards your goal in open arenas.

By default, clicking the left stick initiates running, but you can customize this in the Sprint Options at any time:

• Click Left Stick: Sprint, then return to walking when you stop.
  
• Hold Left Stick: Hold the stick down in one direction to start running. Walking eventually will become sprint.
  
• Always Run: Stay in sprint mode continuously.
  
• Always Walk: Disables the Sprint feature entirely.

We've redesigned hand offsets for all controllers to more accurately reflect the grip position of virtual firearms and their real-world counterparts.

These changes will take effect immediately after the update, and will reset any previous offset adjustments. You can readjust the offsets in the Control Settings to better suit your playstyle if the new defaults aren't quite right for you.

Additionally, we've improved the grabbing mechanism for distant objects, making it much easier to reach and grab items that are far away.

• Improved how your arms interact with thin walls, columns, and other static level elements. This enhancement should significantly reduce glitching and teleport your hand (with weapon) closer to your body when needed. Temporary removed due to unexpected issues.
  
• Empty front holsters will no longer prevent your hands from grabbing distant objects.
  
• An option to completely disable the player's body model. You'll see only small transparent spheres representing your palms.
  
• Index: modified the touchpad functionality — it now activates on click rather than just hover.
  
• Added Options to Turn Off Leg Kicks, Crouching and Strafe movement.

A key aspect of Hard Bullet has always been not only its intense gore but also the array of deadly mechanical objects in the arenas that can be used against enemies.

This update introduces a subtler, narrative-driven approach to brutality, moving away from the direct style of earlier versions. We're also adding new interactive objects in the arenas, including parts that can be detached with a shot or other types of damage.

We're excited to present two updated locations and are diligently working on enhancing the others!
A great example of this approach is the updated Kowloon Arena. It's no longer just a backstreet dotted with brutal machines. Instead, it's transformed into a car repair workshop where features like hanging hooks and working drills are an organic part of the environment.

The Market arena has also been refreshed. It's now a larger space that accommodates the improved game speed and player movements more effectively. We have big plans for this area, so expect to see more updates and iterations in the future.
We've implemented a new skybox featuring moving clouds in the sky. We plan to continue enhancing our locations to improve game world and athmosphere.


Most small elements within the levels are now climbable, allowing you to access different parts of the arenas without limitation.

Essentially, anything that appears grabbable can be grabbed: this includes pipes, window frames, stair railings, and more.


We've introduced new user-friendly models for the ammo workshop and enemy generator. Both are now accessible in the Hand Spawner Menu, allowing you to add extra generators in any arena.

The Ammo Generator is simplified with two key points: one for placing the future bullet and the other for the firearm. Just press the button to "enchant" the gun with your chosen prop.

We've also improved the prop grabbing mechanism. Now, when you pick up an object, it turns into a small miniature and reverts to its normal size once removed from the workbench.

• Improved sparks from bullets on all metal surfaces to look better.
  
• Fixed roofs colliders on some arenas.

We've updated the reverberation of certain sounds, ensuring you experience the full impact of every gunshot and click from our firearms. Additionally, we've introduced a separate Audio option for Firearms sounds, allowing you to adjust the balance to your preference.

Tweaked the sound volume and range for Drill and Grinder machines.


Finally eliminated annoying performance glitch on enemy spawn when starting waves. No more spikes on wave start for flawless Hard Bullet experience.

• Smaller bullet calibers like 9mm will create smaller blood splashes on walls than big ones.
  
• Gore: New option — Mid Violence which includes bullet holes and blood splatters but dismemberment and deep wounds are disabled.

• Added one more Intro Screen with most common User Experience options.
  
• Moved all 'Swap Controls' options to Controls Tab.
  
• Updated the Settings layout with colored table rows for a more visually appealing look and easier text readability.
  
• The Tip icons have been moved to the left for a more intuitive design.
  
• To view a Tip, click the (?) icon, which opens a window on the right. You can close the Tip by clicking the icon again or scrolling through the menu.
  
• Added more Tips for your convenience.
  
• The pointer for interacting with UI elements will now always be active when you hover over the Menu field.
  
• Corrected the script display for Arabic and Hebrew languages.

• .32. and .38 to 25 (4 body shots to kill enemy without armor)
  
• 9mm and .45acp to 34 (3 body shots to kill enemy without armor)

• Lever Action: Resolved a bug where it could be placed in holsters with the lock open.
  
• Pump Shotguns: Addressed issues where the pump could still be moved even with the 'Move When Empty' setting activated.
  
• Moss500: Fixed an issue with a malfunctioning pump.
  
• Grenade Launchers: Reduced the explosion distance for grenades from 5 meters to 2 meters.
  
• Introduced new models for Muller PL and Rosebox.

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• Stopped accidental SteamVR launches when selecting the Oculus version.
  
  
• Tactical: Fixed a glitch that could happen when rapidly inserting magazines into weapons, affecting not only magazines but almost any object. Everything should work smoothly now.
  
• Pistols: Fine-tuned the recoil for Gretta9, Flock17, and a few other models.
  
• Shotguns: Resolved an issue where the pump could move freely after the first shell is loaded, regardless of pump settings.
  
• Thrown Pencils will now fly correctly.
  
  
• To improve performance, we've removed resource-intensive mist layers from locations.
  
• Enhanced the saving functionality for various options and parameters in the Wave Spawner and Enemy Generator.
  
• All spawned Generators can now be removed using the Remover Tool.
  
• Introduced the ability to spawn enemies in the Intro scene.
  
• Updated arena lighting for a better visual experience.
  
• Resolved issue when climable columns could disappear or turn transparent.
  
  
• Made enemy helmets removable with shots again.
  
• Fixed the visibility of the paper bag in 'Hands Only' mode.

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Fixed a bug that caused enemies to fall over too easily in the arenas. This small patch should fix most of those awkward situations.

We're also working on new models and other big enemy updates. Stay tuned for our next devlog post on Steam, coming either later this month or early October, for more details.

Added a feature to disable color correction during slow motion. You can find this option in the Graphics section of the Pause Menu.








Current game version: EA 0.3.16.4

• New Controls: Jump, Crouch, Climbing. Leg Kick. Bullet Calibers. New Effects.