Macabre News

[h2][/h2][h2]New Build Live: 1d6dc6d[/h2][p]
We’ve just rolled out a major performance-focused patch!
Over the past few days we’ve been combing through your crash reports and parsing server logs to pinpoint the biggest bottlenecks. Thanks to your feedback, we’ve tracked down and fixed several crash-causing issues—so you should *Hopfully notice significant performance improvements across the board. Remeber you can also turn on FSR Frame Generaton in the Video Settings[/p][p]If the game is crashing on launch, try deleting your GameUserSettings.ini file located at: C:Users\[YourUsername]/AppData/Local/Macabre/Saved/Config/Windows [/p][p]Please continue submitting crash reports and feedback via Discord or the in-game form so we can keep improving! [/p][p][/p][h2]🛠 Performance & Stability Fixes[/h2]

• [p] Addressed multiple crash scenarios uncovered by your reports[/p]
• [p] Optimised lighting, weather and procedural spawn systems for smoother framerates[/p]
• [p] Fine-tuned collision and cull distances to reduce unnecessary CPU/GPU load[/p]
• [p] Improved asset streaming and load-time behaviour for faster level entry[/p]
• [p] Added detailed framerate reporting to logs so we can continue correlating performance data
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[h2]How You Can Help[/h2]

• [p] Launch this build and play through a variety of weather and map setups.[/p]
• [p] If you experience any stutters or crashes, submit a report via Discord or the in-game form.[/p]
• [p] Include your GPU model, driver version and any error messages—every data point helps!
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[h2]Enjoying the demo? If you’re having fun, please consider leaving us a positive review on Steam #RoadToPositive! 🚀 [/h2][p][/p][p]Thank you!

[h2]Thank you to everyone who played the Demo Playtest—your support has been incredible. In just three days:[/h2]

• [p]39,900 matches played[/p]
• [p]29,310 deaths[/p]
• [p]32,296 fragments collected[/p]
• [p]22,071 items purchased from Banjo (he’s thrilled!)[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Performance & Crash Update[/h2][p]We’re excited to see so many positive reviews and are hard at work addressing your feedback.[/p][p]One key issue has emerged: crashes and performance drops on certain GPU models and driver versions. We optimise constantly, but this playtest exposed a wider range of hardware than ever before.[/p][p]To tackle it, we’ve created scripts to parse server logs and pinpoint the problematic hardware/driver combos. Rolling back or updating your GPU drivers has helped some players—please try that as a temporary fix, then test this patch and let us know if performance improves.[/p][p]Your crash and bug reports via Discord or the in-game form provide vital data points to help us resolve these issues.[/p][p] [/p][h2]🎙️ VOIP Setup Tutorial[/h2][p]We’ve also made a tutorial on how to set up VOIP. You can find it here: VOIP Tutorial[/p][p]Please continue submitting crash and bug reports via Discord or the in-game report form so we can track and address issues promptly.[/p][p][/p][h2]Community Shout-Out[/h2][p]Some fantastic content creators have been streaming/recording their playthroughs, and one video in particular from DrDevvi was packed with hilarious moments, Excited to see more![/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]🛠 Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Small fixes to spectator camera[/p]
• [p]Fixed collision causing player to get stuck on corners under furniture[/p]
• [p]Corrected Crawler kill distance for certain animations[/p]
• [p]Improved error handling when joining a mismatched game version[/p]
• [p]Video settings menu now scrolls fully when performance options are open[/p]
• [p]Fixed session-list localisation display issues[/p]
• [p]Loading screen UI corrections[/p]
• [p]Auto-detect graphics scalability disabled to reduce crashes[/p]
• [p]Regenerated procedural content in missing POIs[/p]
• [p]Updated end-of-game weather effects to improve visibility[/p]
• [p]Main menu music restored correctly in front end[/p]
• [p]Tutorial links added to audio settings[/p]
• [p]Sound mix and VOIP audio mixing overhauled and now working[/p]
• [p]Fixed crawler kill concurrency and duplicate kill sounds[/p]
• [p]Fixed floating feet when crouched[/p]
• [p]Footstep SFX aligned to crouch animations[/p]
• [p]Additional weather fix at match start to improve performance[/p]
• [p]Localisation string tables updated for consistency[/p]

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[/p][h2]🔧 Changes[/h2]

• [p]Bridges are now visible immediately upon map entry to assist navigation[/p]
• [p]Refined shrine-revive prompts[/p]
• [p]Revive Shrine is now visible on the map from the start[/p]
• [p]Added a collapsible input settings panel for cleaner controls[/p]
• [p]Match summary and demo content copy updated[/p]
• [p]Improved match start flow to make the start of match cleaner[/p]

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[/p][h2]🚀 Features[/h2]

• [p]New ambush-pounce and crouch-prone attack animations (WIP)[/p]
• [p]Shader-compilation splash screen introduced at startup[/p]
• [p]Bug-report button added to the start-game screen[/p]
• [p]New in-game video tutorial to assist new players (English & Chinese)[/p]
• [p]Animation improvements: retargeted stealth anims with IK, added foot-sync markers, and updated crouch/prone rigs[/p]
• [p]New scripts to analyse server logs to identify problematic system hardware and drivers[/p]
• [p]New VOIP setup tutorial available: VOIP Tutorial[/p]

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[/p][p]If you’re having fun, please consider leaving us a positive review to help others discover the Rift.[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]If you encounter any issues, submit crash reports and feedback via Discord or the in-game Bug Report form so we can keep improving.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Thank you for your support![/p][p]Team Weforge

[p][/p][h2]Macabre uses your system’s default microphone[/h2][p]If voice chat isn’t working, it’s usually because your system default microphone isn’t set correctly. Follow the steps below to fix it.[/p][p][/p][p]Note: You can only test your microphone in the lobby or in-game settings menu, as Macabre requires a connection to Steam’s servers to transmit voice chat. It won’t activate on the main menu.[/p][p][/p][h2]Step 1: Set Your Default Microphone[/h2][p][/p][h3]Windows 11:[/h3]

1. [p]Go to: Settings > System > Sound[/p]
2. [p]Under Input, choose your preferred microphone[/p]
3. [p]Speak into it and check the input level bar responds[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Windows 10:[/h3]

1. [p]Go to: Settings > System > Sound[/p]
2. [p]Scroll to Input and select your mic from the list[/p]
3. [p]Check the mic level responds when you speak[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]Step 2: Allow Microphone Access[/h2][p][/p][p]Windows 11:
[/p][p]Settings > Privacy & security > Microphone[/p]

1. [p]Turn Microphone access On[/p]
2. [p]Allow Desktop apps access[/p]

[p]Windows 10:
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1. [p]Settings > Privacy > Microphone[/p]
2. [p]Turn Allow apps to access your microphone On[/p]

[h2]Step 3: Set Steam Voice Input to ‘Default[/h2][p][/p][p]Some players have reported that setting their Steam voice input device to ‘Default’ improves mic detection.[/p][p]To check:[/p]

1. [p]Open Steam[/p]
2. [p]Go to: Settings > Voice[/p]
3. [p]Set your Input Device to Default device[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]🔁 Important: Restart Required[/h2][p][/p][p]You must restart Macabre after making these changes for them to take effect.
[/p][p]Once set, Macabre will automatically use your default mic for in-game voice chat.[/p][p]See you (and hear you) in the Rift.[/p][p][/p][h2]Still Need Help?[/h2][p][/p][p]Jump into our Discord and head to the #support-ticket channel. We’ll get you sorted![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

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[/p][h2]Getting wrecked in the Rift? You're not alone.
[/h2][h3]We just dropped a quick tutorial video to help you survive Banjo’s Trial, understand the objectives, and avoid getting shredded by Macabre.[/h3][p]
🧠 Learn the tools
🫣 Outsmart the monster
🗺️ Escape with your life (maybe)

Let us know what you think – and feel free to share it with any mates who need a little... guidance 😅[/p]

[p][/p][h2]🛠 Fixes[/h2]

• [p] Settings menu items now correctly save when changed [/p]
• [p] Localization settings save & persist across sessions [/p]
• [p]Fixed Gamma Screen in settings getting stuck [/p]

[h2]🔧 Changes[/h2]

• [p] Settings menu streamlined for clarity [/p]
• [p] Slight performance tweaks ahead of larger optimisation patch for NVIDA Cards [/p]
• [p] Increased starting value to 2000 to give you a fighting chance [/p][p] [/p]

[h2]🚀 Features[/h2]

• [p] Shader compiler splash screen added at game start [/p]
• [p] New options in settings: adjustable mouse sensitivity and Y-axis inversion [/p][p][/p][p]
  
  Need Help? Join the Discord[/p]