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1/21(Wed) Hotfix

[p]Hello Divers![/p][p][/p][p]We have conducted a hotfix to address the color issue from the Glacial Area.[/p][p]Please find the details below:[/p][p][/p][p]◈ Update Version:[/p]
  • [p]Win: v1.0.5.1784[/p]
  • [p]Mac: v1.0.5.642[/p]
[p][/p][p]◈ Update Content:[/p]
  • [p]Bugfix[/p]
[p][/p][h3][/h3][p]1) Sea Exploration[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the colors of certain background terrains from the Glacial Area did not display as intended.[/p]
[p][/p][h3]📌Additional Information[/h3]
  • [p]If you experience any issues after the patch, please reach out to us through the official DAVE THE DIVER Discord server. Please compress the files from the path below and attach them to the ticket.[/p]
  • [p]In case of crashes, freezing, or graphical issues, please refer to the \[File Verification Guide] and follow the steps.[/p]
[p]Windows:
%LocalAppData%/../LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER[/p][p]
Mac OS:
~/Library/Logs/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/Player.log
~/Library/Application Support/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/SData
or
~/Library/Application Support/com.nexon.dave/DAVE THE DIVER/SData

Steam Deck:
./.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1868140/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER[/p]
[p][/p][h3]◈ Notes[/h3]
  • [p]If there are any changes to the details, we will update you through this notice.[/p]
  • [p]Please update Dave the Diver on Steam to the latest version for the changes to be applied. [/p]

1/20(Tue) Hotfix

[p]Hello Divers![/p][p][/p][p]We have conducted a hotfix to address some of the issues that occurred after the update. [/p][p]Please find the details below:[/p][p][/p][p]◈ Update Version:[/p]
  • [p]Win: v1.0.5.1783[/p]
  • [p]Mac: v1.0.5.641[/p]
[p][/p][p]◈ Update Content:[/p]
  • [p]Bugfix[/p]
[p][/p][h3][/h3][p]1) Sea Exploration[/p]
  • [p]\[Post Chapter 6 Entry] Fixed an issue where harpoon attacks dealt higher damage toDunkleosteus than intended in certain situations.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the colors of certain backgrounds and environmental elements did not display as intended.[/p]
[p][/p][h3]📌Additional Information[/h3]
  • [p]If you experience any issues after the patch, please reach out to us through the official DAVE THE DIVER Discord server. Please compress the files from the path below and attach them to the ticket.[/p]
  • [p]In case of crashes, freezing, or graphical issues, please refer to the \[File Verification Guide] and follow the steps.[/p]
[p]Windows:
%LocalAppData%/../LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER[/p][p]
Mac OS:
~/Library/Logs/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/Player.log
~/Library/Application Support/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/SData
or
~/Library/Application Support/com.nexon.dave/DAVE THE DIVER/SData

Steam Deck:
./.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1868140/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER[/p]
[p][/p][h3]◈ Notes[/h3]
  • [p]If there are any changes to the details, we will update you through this notice.[/p]
  • [p]Please update Dave the Diver on Steam to the latest version for the changes to be applied. [/p]

1/13(Tue) Hotfix

[p]Hello Divers![/p][p][/p][p]We have conducted a hotfix to address some of the issues that occurred after the update. [/p][p]Please find the details below:[/p][p][/p][p]◈ Update Version:[/p]
  • [p]Win: v1.0.5.1781[/p]
  • [p]Mac: v1.0.5.639[/p]
[p][/p][p]◈ Update Content:[/p]
  • [p]Bugfix[/p]
[p][/p][h3][/h3][p]1) Game Launch[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the game would not launch under certain conditions[/p]
[p]2) Boss[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the game could not proceed normally if Dave died simultaneously with defeating the Giant Squid[/p]
[p]3) Sea Exploration[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the game could not be proceeded due to save errors when choosing 'Give up and return' after defeating the Truck Hermit Crab without claiming the reward[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where certain bombs and trap item effects did not apply to specific bosses[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where an abnormal amount of damage would be applied in certain situations when specific charms and potion effects are applied simultaneously[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the visual effects of elemental weapons were not shown correctly in some terrains[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the Crab Trap installation animation did not play properly in certain situations[/p]
  • [p]\[Post Chapter 7 Entry] Fixed an issue where Magma Turtle Fishmon did not move in certain situations[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where some item images remained on screen even after collecting them[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where Dave’s movement became unnatural when moving to certain areas in Glacier Passage while under poison debuff[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where control inputs were occasionally not recognized during diving[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where Dave could swim off-screen in certain areas[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where some coral appeared misaligned[/p]
[p]4) Restaurant[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the 'N' mark would continue to appear on the Research tab even when there were no more dishes left to research in certain situations[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where Dave was hidden by certain objects of the sushi restaurant in certain situations[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where unresearched dishes would appear on the branch menu under certain conditions[/p]
[p]5) Mission[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the flashlight size changed depending on screen resolution during the 'Pet Squid Selgio' mission[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where certain cutscenes during Yoshie's flashback sequence would not play[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where dying during the 'Lost Baby Manatee' mission could cause unintended restart locations[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where cutscenes did not play at the appropriate time during the ‘Treat Ramo' mission[/p]
[p]6) Sea People Village[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the quest marker did not disappear even after meeting quest conditions in certain situations.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the map UI would temporarily shake when exiting a building during a specific situation.[/p]
[p]7) Others[/p]
  • [p]\[Post Chapter 4 Entry] Fixed an issue where GYAO did not move after evolution when performing Discipline/Heal.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where certain item/ingredient detail pop-up windows remained open when they should have closed.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where character dialogue, movements, sounds, and cutscene effects appeared unnatural in certain situations[/p]
  • [p]Corrected typos in some texts and clarified certain expressions[/p]
  • [p](Mac only) Fixed controllers that were malfunctioning with certain wired connections and button inputs to work properly.[/p]
    • [p]Supported controllers: Xbox One, XBox X|S, Xbox Elite, Flydigi Direwolf 3, EasySMX X10, 8BitDo Pro 2[/p]
    • [p]Supports: Wired/wireless connections[/p]
    • [p]Does not support: Vibration[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where certain windows in Sushi Shop could not be closed with mouse clicks[/p]
[p][/p][h3]📌Additional Information[/h3]
  • [p]If you experience any issues after the patch, please reach out to us through the official DAVE THE DIVER Discord server. Please compress the files from the path below and attach them to the ticket.[/p]
  • [p]In case of crashes, freezing, or graphical issues, please refer to the \[File Verification Guide] and follow the steps.[/p]
[p]Windows:
%LocalAppData%/../LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER[/p][p]
Mac OS:
~/Library/Logs/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/Player.log
~/Library/Application Support/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER/SData
or
~/Library/Application Support/com.nexon.dave/DAVE THE DIVER/SData

Steam Deck:
./.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1868140/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/nexon/DAVE THE DIVER[/p]
[p][/p][h3]◈ Notes[/h3]
  • [p]If there are any changes to the details, we will update you through this notice.[/p]
  • [p]Please update Dave the Diver on Steam to the latest version for the changes to be applied. [/p]

Dave the Diver's next DLC may not stick to sushi, but its underwater croc fights and jungle exploration have my attention

Dave The Diver took over my PC around Christmas in 2023. I found Mintrocket's wonderfully charming restaurant manager/ocean explorer a joy to flipper around the depths of, battling big fish, discovering ancient civilisations, and then returning to the surface to do some sushi waitering. I've honestly not thought about returning in a while, but the fresh look the devs have just offered at their upcoming In the Jungle DLC has me very much pencilling one in.


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