Upgraded netcode, improved matchmaking balancing, fixes and improvements

Happy Thursday, Slappers!

[h2]NEW[/h2]
- Added a new periods_played stat to each player to help external developers and leagues with stat tracking
- Added a new leaver system: You get a free leave every 3 hours, with subsequent leaves resulting in 5 to 15 minutes matchmaking suspensions
- Added sounds for hitting the rubber tires and poles on the pond
- Added a warning to the 'randomize loadout' button on the appearance menu to avoid accidental clicks

[h2]Improvements[/h2]
- Upgraded the netcode to work better with larger packets, more stable packet throughput and better IPv6 support
- Balanced the matchmaker to handle very highly rated players better, they should find matches quicker
- Upgraded our server operating systems with all the latest performance improvements
- Improved the step completion sound during the tutorial
- Raised the invisible walls of The Pond to avoid puck loss
- Refactored several systems to lay the groundwork for full match replays

[h2]Fixes[/h2]
- Fixed unrecognised characters being spammed in the in-game chat causing stutters

[h2]Cosmetics[/h2]
- Patreon: Added Spraypainter, Goosan statue stick, Eco backpack, Plant hat, Overalls
- Added bushy eyebrows

GLHF,
Oddshot Games