Dev Log #7 – Animation Overhaul & Halloween Sale!

[h3]🌀 1. Dodge / Run / Misc Animation Improvements[/h3][p]We’ve been refining several character animations to address quality issues found in earlier store-bought assets.[/p][p]The dodge animation previously caused the character to slide across the ground instead of lunging toward the target — and sometimes even clip below the surface. This has been completely fixed. The new dodge motion now propels the player cleanly toward the intended direction, with proper ground contact and momentum. [/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]The running animation also received major corrections. The old version had unnatural spine stretching, feet clipping into the floor, and a detached shoulder/weapon posture. All of these have been fixed, giving the run cycle a much more natural and stable look.[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]While these changes may seem subtle, they’re part of our ongoing effort to replace or refine all lower-quality animation assets before our 1.0 release.[/p][p]Next, we’ll be updating the player’s idle pose. Currently, the character always aims their weapon forward, even when not shooting. Soon, the character will lower their weapon while idle, creating a clear visual difference between relaxed and ADS states. We’re also continuously improving animation transitions for smoother blending between motions.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]📜 2. Contract Progression & Level Requirement Adjustments[/h3][p]Player feedback indicated that too many systems were being introduced at once during the early game, making the first few missions feel overwhelming. We’ve addressed this by rebalancing the unlock sequence and level requirements.[/p][p]This change aligns with our earlier narrative adjustment where NICO is rescued from the Control Panel, helping new players experience a more guided introduction.[/p][p]Now, after opening the shutter door, players will immediately receive their first contract and jump into the mission. Systems and upgrades will unlock gradually, spreading out the pacing for a smoother learning curve.[/p][p]Additionally, after completing “The First Blood”, many players felt a break in momentum. We’ve lowered the level requirements for subsequent contracts to make them accessible sooner and keep the early-game flow engaging.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]🎃 3. Halloween Furniture Set[/h3][p]In Pizza Bandit, decorating your restaurant boosts your Design Score, which grants party buffs. However, players pointed out that increasing Design Score efficiently required placing too many furniture items — tedious for those who mainly wanted to spend Credits quickly.[/p][p]We previously added a feature to reduce fatigue when placing duplicate furniture, but many of you also requested high-Credit-cost furniture for faster progression.[/p][p]The new Halloween Furniture Set delivers exactly that. These items provide significantly higher Credit costs and Design Score rewards than standard furniture, allowing you to progress faster and customize more flexibly.[/p][p]They’re available across Rank 3 to Rank 6, making them accessible to a wide range of players. And of course, they bring that perfect spooky atmosphere to your shop — from ghostly ovens to pumpkin décor. 👻[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]🕯️ 4. Halloween Sale — Now Live![/h3][p]To celebrate the season, Pizza Bandit is joining the Halloween festivities with a 2-week Sale![/p][p]🗓️ Event Period
📅 October 21, 2025 — November 4, 2025
🕙 10 AM PST → 10 AM PST[/p][p]💰 Discount: 20% OFF on Pizza Bandit[/p][p]During this period, players can grab the game at a discount and enjoy the newly added Halloween Furniture Set. It’s a great time to jump in, decorate your pizzeria, and experience all the latest improvements.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]🧩 Closing Thoughts[/h3][p]This update focuses on tightening the fundamentals — improved animations, smoother early progression — while bringing a festive Halloween spirit to your restaurant.[/p][p]We’re still working hard toward 1.0, and your feedback continues to shape every patch we make.
Thank you for supporting Pizza Bandit, and enjoy decorating your haunted pizzeria during the sale![/p][p][/p][p]🧀 Stay crispy,
– The Pizza Bandit Team[/p]