This update introduces major systems to the homeworld, including new resources, buildings, inventory logic, player stat changes, UI polish, save/load functionality, and the foundation for research progression.

• Implemented a full inventory system with clear separation between Resources and Items.

• Resources (e.g. oil, power, research points) are kept on death.

• Items (e.g. tools, consumables, blueprints) are lost on death, introducing a risk-reward element to exploration, expanding on the roguelike aspects.

• Replaced Stamina with a new Overheating system.

• Performing tasks builds up heat over time.

• Overheating reduces performance and requires cooldown periods.

• Reflects the robotic nature of your character and adds tension during prolonged activity.

• Research Points have been added as a new collectible and storable resource.

• Used to unlock advanced technologies, upgrades, and blueprints.

• Earned by defeating enemies, completing objectives, or processing rare materials.

• Stored globally and persist through death and level transitions.

• Added as a key fuel resource for your base.

• Extracted from the environment using Oil Extractors.

• Used to fuel power generators and some crafting recipes.

• Stored in Oil Tanks for efficient management and long-term use.

• Power has been added as a core energy resource for your base.

• Used to operate buildings, machinery, and automation systems.

• Generated by oil-fuelled and solar generators.

• Stored in Power Cores to provide backup and ensure steady supply.

• Building component system updated for better performance, modularity, and resource logic handling.

• Prepared for future expansion with an easy-to-use modular framework to support quick feature additions and scalability.

• Oil Extractor – Extracts raw oil from environmental patches.

• Power Generator – Consumes oil to produce power.

• Solar Generator – Produces free power during the daytime, with no fuel cost.

• Oil Tank – Stores large amounts of refined oil.

• Power Core – Stores generated power for later use.

• Expanded resource UI with updated icons, resource bars, and contextual tooltips.

• Improved building placement feedback and alignment visuals.

• Full Save and Load system now active.

• Autosave occurs:

  • On level transitions

  • During major player actions (e.g. placing buildings)

  • At 5-minute set intervals

This update marks a significant shift in gameplay perspective, transitioning from a top-down shooter to a third-person shooter, alongside key combat, map, and UI improvements.

• Changed the core gameplay perspective from top-down shooter to third-person shooter.

• Reworked camera, controls, and player movement to fit the new third-person style.

• Expanded and refined the testing map for the new gameplay perspective.

• Added new environmental props to complement the third-person experience.

• Balanced combat mechanics to suit third-person gameplay.

• Added VFX for Hover Enemies for better visual clarity.

• Optimised AI by limiting active enemies based on player count.

• Fixed collision issues with destroyed enemies.

• Continued development of Main Menu and Pause Menu to improve navigation and usability.