Hello, players! This is astro stew.

To provide you with a smoother, more intuitive, and deeply immersive gameplay experience, we have rolled out a comprehensive major update focusing on control flexibility, accessibility, and overall system performance!

Here is the breakdown of everything new in this update:

1. New Easy Mode Implementation

• Easy Mode Added: A brand-new Easy Mode featuring relaxed map designs and simplified note patterns has been added, allowing players of all skill levels to comfortably enjoy the rhythm action and narrative.

• Directional Note Indicators: Easy Mode displays intuitive up/down arrows (↑, ↓) inside rhythm notes for direct, effortless hit-timing.

• Double Jump Mechanics:

  • Easy Mode: Double Jump is unlocked by default for smooth and accessible map exploration.

  • Normal / Hard Modes: Double Jump can be unlocked later through the "Decoding Station" progression system.

2. Expanded Control Customization (WASD & Arrow Keys)

• Full flexibility to use either WASD or Arrow Keys based on your preferred playstyle.

• Cross-input schemes are fully supported (e.g., Left hand on W key + Right hand on Down Arrow).

3. Visual & UI Improvements

• Speaker Color-Coded Dialogue Logs: The dialogue backlog now distinguishes each character by color, significantly improving narrative clarity and storytelling immersion.

• Windowed Mode Support: You can now seamlessly toggle between Fullscreen and Windowed mode in the settings menu.

• Cursor Optimization: Fixed an issue where the Windows system cursor and game UI cursor intermittently overlapped.

4. Performance Optimization

• Frame-Rate Optimization: Overhauled the rendering pipeline to eliminate stuttering and frame drops, ensuring silky-smooth rhythm-platforming action.

Experience the newly enhanced Emotional Labor Laboratory right now!
We will continue striving to polish and deliver the best possible experience for our players.

Thank you!