Robo Herald 15.05.2023
Robocraft 2 News
New Technology! Edgewear!
Hello Robocrafters!
Today we wanted to share some new technology with you that we’re working on. Edgewear!
If you’re not familiar with bevel rendering, it allows us to create smoother edges instead of infinitely sharp edges. Here’s an example of how bevel rendering looks while turned off and on.
As part of our focus on improving Robocraft 2’s visual fidelity, we’ve been working on a shader which works with the bevel rendering tech. Here’s a look at a machine which uses the new shader.
Along the edges you can see that the material looks a little different, this is edge wear! This effect is added procedurally in the post-process. It works in a similar way to the bevel, when edges are detected and the effect is added right at the end.
This effect should not slow your framerate because this uses the GPU and the game is currently CPU-limited, not GPU-limited.
As you build with this material type the edges of blocks will combine with other previously placed shapes. Check it out in the video below:
https://youtu.be/Dc8uDb8C35A
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Today we wanted to share some new technology with you that we’re working on. Edgewear!
If you’re not familiar with bevel rendering, it allows us to create smoother edges instead of infinitely sharp edges. Here’s an example of how bevel rendering looks while turned off and on.
As part of our focus on improving Robocraft 2’s visual fidelity, we’ve been working on a shader which works with the bevel rendering tech. Here’s a look at a machine which uses the new shader.
Along the edges you can see that the material looks a little different, this is edge wear! This effect is added procedurally in the post-process. It works in a similar way to the bevel, when edges are detected and the effect is added right at the end.
This effect should not slow your framerate because this uses the GPU and the game is currently CPU-limited, not GPU-limited.
As you build with this material type the edges of blocks will combine with other previously placed shapes. Check it out in the video below:
https://youtu.be/Dc8uDb8C35A
[h2]Wishlist Robocraft 2 on Steam Now! [/h2]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1991140/Robocraft_2/
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Steam Playtest Now Live (EU and NA)
Hello Robocrafters!!
We have re-opened the Steam Playtest. Since the last test, we made some changes to the Main menu flow so players should be able to find building mode more easily.
Anyone who had access to the test before will be able to update the game in their library, You may have to relaunch Steam if it does not allow you to play. If you built during the last test you will still have access to their machines.
We will be running four short Online Battle Tests at the following times
EU Test Times:
Friday 5th of May at 15:00 - 17:00 (UTC)
Saturday 6th of May at 15:00 - 17:00 (UTC)
NA Test Times:
Friday 5th of May at 18:00 - 22:00 (Eastern Time)
Saturday 6th of May at 18:00 - 22:00 (Eastern Time)
See you on the battlefield!
The Playtest will be deactivated on Sunday after the online battle tests have been completed. We will be running additional battle tests in the future so please stay tuned!
We have re-opened the Steam Playtest. Since the last test, we made some changes to the Main menu flow so players should be able to find building mode more easily.
Anyone who had access to the test before will be able to update the game in their library, You may have to relaunch Steam if it does not allow you to play. If you built during the last test you will still have access to their machines.
We will be running four short Online Battle Tests at the following times
EU Test Times:
Friday 5th of May at 15:00 - 17:00 (UTC)
Saturday 6th of May at 15:00 - 17:00 (UTC)
NA Test Times:
Friday 5th of May at 18:00 - 22:00 (Eastern Time)
Saturday 6th of May at 18:00 - 22:00 (Eastern Time)
See you on the battlefield!
The Playtest will be deactivated on Sunday after the online battle tests have been completed. We will be running additional battle tests in the future so please stay tuned!
Thank you for being a part of the first Steam Playtest
Hi Robocrafters,
So, we have come to the end of this first Steam Playtest. Don't worry, there will be more to come. We have a huge task ahead of us at Freejam now, to go through all of your feedback, digest it, and do our best to respond to the things you didn't like, the things you'd like improved \ changes, and reflect on the things that seem to be working pretty well.
From everyone at Freejam, a huge huge thank you to everyone who downloaded, installed, built and battled. It has been incredible to see so many new faces online and in the community on Discord.
We already have a new update in the works with a new weapon, a reworked Helas Basin 2nd map, Mirror Mode, and the Battle Pass system all in their polish phases at the moment, plus an internal upgrade to the latest version of the Unity game engine.
As soon as we get some big changes into the game we will organise another Playtest and hope to add some additional regions at that time.
Freejam
So, we have come to the end of this first Steam Playtest. Don't worry, there will be more to come. We have a huge task ahead of us at Freejam now, to go through all of your feedback, digest it, and do our best to respond to the things you didn't like, the things you'd like improved \ changes, and reflect on the things that seem to be working pretty well.
From everyone at Freejam, a huge huge thank you to everyone who downloaded, installed, built and battled. It has been incredible to see so many new faces online and in the community on Discord.
We already have a new update in the works with a new weapon, a reworked Helas Basin 2nd map, Mirror Mode, and the Battle Pass system all in their polish phases at the moment, plus an internal upgrade to the latest version of the Unity game engine.
As soon as we get some big changes into the game we will organise another Playtest and hope to add some additional regions at that time.
Freejam
Thank you for playing the first EU and NA Playtest. 2nd test later today!
Hello Robocrafters!
Thank you to everyone who joined last nights play tests for EU and Notth America! We know there are a lot of other regions we’re unable to play this time, but we assure you, you will have your chance too!
The following online tests are scheduled at
EU: 12:00 UTC time
NA: 13:00 Easter Time
Both tests will last 8 hours long! Once the tests have ended the Playtest will be deactivated. This means you won’t be able to launch the game after this period.
We are then going to have big discussions internally on all your feedback and hope to give you some information on our observations!
We will be running more play tests in the future, make sure to add the game to your wishlist and check out our socials including the Discord to stay up to date with all news!
Thank you everyone! We hope you enjoy playing later today!
[h2]Wishlist Robocraft 2 on Steam Now! [/h2]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1991140/Robocraft_2/
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Thank you to everyone who joined last nights play tests for EU and Notth America! We know there are a lot of other regions we’re unable to play this time, but we assure you, you will have your chance too!
The following online tests are scheduled at
EU: 12:00 UTC time
NA: 13:00 Easter Time
Both tests will last 8 hours long! Once the tests have ended the Playtest will be deactivated. This means you won’t be able to launch the game after this period.
We are then going to have big discussions internally on all your feedback and hope to give you some information on our observations!
We will be running more play tests in the future, make sure to add the game to your wishlist and check out our socials including the Discord to stay up to date with all news!
Thank you everyone! We hope you enjoy playing later today!
[h2]Wishlist Robocraft 2 on Steam Now! [/h2]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1991140/Robocraft_2/
Follow on Twitter Join The Discord Wishlist on Steam