Metaball News

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1) UI changes

• Notices have been added to the main lobby
  

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1) Gameplay changes

• We've changed the in-game TAB screen to show the Final Perk equipped by all users in the game.
  
• Users who don't have a Final Perk equipped will be shown as a blank space.
  
  

2) Change for feedback

• Fixed a bug that caused infinite loading during the queue for matchmaking.
  
• Fixed a bug where animations were not working properly in-game.
  

Our first tournament is here!

Event Name: Metaball Early Access Clash Tournament
Registration opening : [22nd September 2023]
Registration website:
US EU
Event Date::
Event Date:
EU: 14th of October - 8PM CEST
NA: 15th of October - 8PM CEST

Organizer: Glorious Esport
Where to check news and schedule: here

2 Separate tournaments for the EU and US
If not enough participants in one tournament, it will be canceled

+Bracket Setup:
The tournament will consist of two main brackets: the winners' bracket and the losers' bracket.
Each bracket will be structured similarly, with teams advancing through rounds of matches.
Double Elimination
3v3
Bo3 matches
Bo5 finals
Bracket Reset

+Winners' Bracket:
All participating teams are randomly seeded into the winners' bracket.
Teams will compete in matches following the 3v3 format (3 players per team).
The winners of each match will advance to the next round of the winner's bracket.
The losers of each match will drop down to the losers' bracket.

+Losers' Bracket:
Teams that lose their matches in the winners' bracket will be placed in the losers' bracket.
Teams will continue competing in matches in the losers' bracket, aiming to advance further.
However, a team that loses a match in the losers' bracket is eliminated from the tournament.

+Grand Finals:
The grand finals will involve the winner of the winner's bracket and the winner of the losers' bracket.
The team from the winners' bracket will have an advantage, only needing to win one series
The team from the losers' bracket will need to win two series matches to claim victory

+Live Streaming:
Upper Finals, Lower Finals, and Grand Finals will be live-streamed on Twitch with the cooperation of the Glorious Esport channel

+Reward: (for each tournament)
250€ Cash prize to be shared as follows:
150€ 1st
75€ 2nd
25€ 3rd

We're thrilled to announce that the future of sports gaming has officially arrived with crossplay on! Get ready to take your basketball skills to the next level with Metaball – the ultimate fusion of basketball and hoverboard! 🎮

🎥 New Trailer Alert! Watch Now: 🎥
Before you hit the courts, check out our electrifying new trailer that showcases the heart-pounding action, jaw-dropping moves, and adrenaline-fueled gameplay that await you in Metaball. Don't miss it!
[YouTube link]

🔥 Early Access on Steam: 🔥
Metaball is now available in Early Access on Steam, and we're inviting you to be part of this thrilling journey from the very beginning! Dive into the world of high-flying slam dunks, mind-bending tricks, and intense hoverboard showdowns. Your feedback will help us shape the future of Metaball!

💥 Open Beta on PS5 and Xbox: 💥
But that's not all! Metaball is also making waves on consoles! You can now join the action-packed Open Beta on PS5 and Xbox One and Series, giving you a taste of what it's like to ride the hoverboard and dominate the courts in this electrifying sports experience!

🎮 Key Features: 🎮
🏀 Innovative Gameplay: Master the art of basketball on hoverboards, with dynamic gameplay that pushes your skills to the limit.
🌐 Stunning Arenas: Compete in a breathtaking arena with a neon-lit cityscape (more to come!).
🤖 Customizable Characters: Personalize your Rider with unique items and perks upgrades.
🤝 Multiplayer Madness: Team up with friends or go head-to-head in heart-pounding multiplayer 3v3 matches with crossplay feature activated!

🚨 Join the Metaball Community: 🚨
Connect with fellow ballers and hoverboarders, share your epic plays, and stay updated on all the latest Metaball news on our official Discord and social media channels.
[Go to Metaball Twitter] [Go to Metaball Youtube] [Go to Metaball Twitch] [Go to Discord Metaball server] [Go to Metaball Homepage]

📢 Get in the Game: 📢
Metaball is waiting for you, and the future of sports gaming has never looked so exhilarating! Whether you're on Steam in Early Access or on your PS5 and Xbox in Open Beta, it's time to show the world what you're made of.

Get ready to redefine the world of sports gaming – grab your hoverboard, hit the courts, and make your mark in Metaball today! 🏀🔥

👉 Steam Early Access
👉 PS5 Open Beta
👉 Xbox Open Beta

Let the Metaball revolution begin! 🎉 #MetaballRevolution

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1) Changes based on feedback:

• Fixed a bug where the reward icon would not display properly when receiving a reward after completing a quest.
  
• Fixed a bug where newly received items would remain marked as NEW in the locker.
  
• Fixed a bug where dubbing could cause FPS drops.
  
• Fixed a bug where chains could get stretched out.
  
• Fixed a bug that prevented quick chat/emotes from working during the 1-minute practice time before a quick match starts.