Brazen Blaze -3vs3 Brawl Arena- News

[h3]■Featured Contents[/h3]
- Added Custom Matches
- Added Target Challenge
- Runners’ facial expressions are now displayed in the SteamVR version

[h3]■Balancing
[/h3]General
- Adjusted bullet hit detection

RIOT
▲ Reduced bullet spread by 50% when holding the main weapon "Battle SMG" with both hands
▼ Increased bullet spread of the main weapon "Battle SMG" by 20%

LEGACY
▼ Reduced boost gauge recovery speed by 20%

SKYBOLT
▲ Reduced bullet spread by 50% when holding the main weapon "Hybrid Rifle" with both hands
▼ Reduced damage of the main weapon "Hybrid Rifle" by 12%
▼ Increased bullet spread of the main weapon "Hybrid Rifle" by 30%

VELVET
▲ Increased Boost Gauge recovery speed by 20%
▲ Reduced the charge time for the second stage of the main weapon "Photon Blade" by 20%
▲ Increased the range of the Ultimate "Final Cut" by 20%
▲ Increased the speed of the Ultimate "Final Cut" by 50%
- Changed to maintain the Ultimate gauge display at maximum while the sword is out during the Ultimate "Final Cut"

SUNSHINE
▲ Increased damage of the main weapon "Hazen Bomb" by 33%
▲ Increased knockback power of the main weapon "Hazen Bomb" by 50%
▲ Reduced self-damage of the main weapon "Hazen Bomb" by 50%
▲ Reduced self-damage of the skill "Boom Bomb" by 50%

Sub Weapons
▲ Increased explosion range of Grenade by 20%
▼ Reduced damage of Handgun by 33%
▼ Reduced boost gauge recovery speed increase of the Boost Injection by 20%
▲ Increased explosion range of all stages of the Shake Grenade by 20%
▲ Adjusted Combat Knife
- Increased damage by 10%
- Increased hit detection when swung
- Added hit detection to the front of the body when swung
- Increased hit detection by 50% when thrown
- Increased speed by 20% when thrown

Other Adjustments
- Added low-damage punch detection when fists are clenched during Boost Dash
- Partially changed UI display for Death, Kill, Revive, and Respawn in battle
- Changed the range where the main and sub-weapons can be stowed
- Added sound effects when team members join while waiting in matchmaking

[h3]■Other
[/h3]- Players can now set their player name when playing with a guest account
- Console now displays the time until the Round Team Match starts in more detail
- Added punch sensitivity option
- Changed the display and presentation of pointers
- Changed some displays when launching the game
- Updated UI display for mailbox and announcements

[h3]■Bug Fixes
[/h3]- Fixed an issue where players would not die when falling in Survival
- Fixed an issue where voice chat was not heard even though it was enabled within the team
- Fixed an issue where some objects were not displayed correctly when destroyed in "New York City Night"
- Fixed an issue where the enemy players would not hear the voice when SUNSHINE used the Ultimate
- Fixed an issue where walls could not be grabbed during punches
- Fixed an issue where playing a match limited to specific hours would cause progression to stop if the match went beyond the designated time
- Fixed some incorrect effect displays
- Fixed incorrect display order of hands and UI in the game
- Fixed incorrect sounds occurring during RIOT's Finisher
- Fixed incorrect skill descriptions for VELVET and SUNSHINE in Runner pick
- Fixed an issue where other players' crackers could be used
- Fixed an issue where detailed item displays would not disappear
- Fixed an issue where the Runner's head was not displayed correctly when using streaming features
- Fixed an issue where the bottom part of the stage could be grabbed in the Training Room
- Fixed an issue where communication goods would remain after restarting while holding used communication goods in the Training Room
- Fixed an issue where "OK" needed to be pressed on each setting screen in the Training Room training settings
- Fixed incorrect text display in pop-up notifications when receiving an invite in the Training Room
- Fixed incorrect sounds when entering the Training Room
- Fixed an issue where player names could not be entered correctly when linking with Discord
- Fixed some texts not displaying correctly in traditional and simplified Chinese
- Fixed some texts not displaying correctly in Spanish

[h3]■Known Issues
[/h3]- The main console display does not reappear when players participating in a Custom Match are invited to a Round Team Match and leave the main console
- The player name and ID in the invite list are not displayed when failing to join a team in a Round Team Match or Custom Match invitation

Hello Runners, this is the Brazen Blaze Team.

We will be performing maintenance on the below date.

■Maintenance Schedule
May 21, 20:00 to 22:00 (PDT)

■Notice
1. Brazen Blaze will not be playable during the maintenance.
2. Maintenance time might vary depending on the progress.

Thank you for supporting Brazen Blaze.

Hello Runners, this is the Brazen Blaze Team.


Act: 2 of the Brazen Blaze Open Beta will start May 21, 2024 PDT.

[h2]■Act: 2 Period (PDT)[/h2]
May 21, 2024 22:00 ~ June 17, 2024 (tentative)
*End time will be announced on a later date

[h2]■New Modes[/h2]

[h3]Custom Match[/h3]

We're adding "Custom Matches" that allows you to create a room and select the game rules and team with up to 6 players! As game rules you can choose from "Survival," "Round Team Match," "Stock Team Match," a new 1v1 rule "Duel," or a new rule "Playground" where you can walk around the stage with up to 6 players.

Additionally, we're adding a "Spectator Feature," allowing you to watch the gameplay of your team members.


[h3]Target Challenge[/h3]
The "Target Challenge" will be added as a single player mode! The goal is to destroy all the target drones placed throughout the stage within the time limit! Play a lot and aim for further improvement in Brazen!


[h2]■Battle Pass Update[/h2]


After the update, the Battle Pass will be updated, and the available rewards will change.

About the Battle Pass:
The Battle Pass is a limited-time pass that is updated monthly. As you progress through the stages, the Battle Pass level increases, and you can earn Runner skins, gestures, and "Magna Credits" which can be exchanged for items in the daily shop.
*Items obtained can be carried over to the Official Release.


About the rewards for Act: 2 Battle Pass:
Items such as Velvet's exclusive skin and player cards will be available.
Please check the Battle Pass after the update for the list of available items.

[h2]
Act: 1 Battle Pass End[/h2]


With the update, the Battle Pass Level for Act:1 will be reset, and the following Open Beta exclusive items included in the Act:1 Battle Pass rewards will no longer be available.

Runner Skins & Gauntlet Skins
LEGACY：BETA
SKYBOLT：BETA

Card
SKYBOLT：BETA

Icon Frame
Prism


■ Notes
Account linkage is required to carry over exclusive items to the Official Release version.
Images in the article are works in development.

We hope you continue to enjoy the Brazen Blaze Open Beta.

[h2]Intro[/h2]
Greetings, Runners!

It has already been two weeks since the Open Beta of Brazen Blaze began. We hope everyone is enjoying it!

This time, we’d like to talk about the movements of the game characters, also known as 'motions.' Most of the motions in Brazen Blaze were recorded at MyDearest's in-house motion capture studio. We're excited to give you a peek at the recording process, which isn't usually shared outside the company.
If you've never heard the term 'motion capture' before, don't worry; we'll try to explain it in the simplest way possible.

After reading this bulletin, we encourage you to play the game and pay attention to the character motions!


[h2]What’s Motion Capture?[/h2]
Motion capture is a technique that digitizes human movements to create the movements of 3D models in games and films. There are several methods and tools for motion capture, but the most accurate method currently involves wearing a specialized suit and recording the movements using external cameras.

You can get a better idea by looking at the above example. The movements of the live actor on the left side of the screen are being reflected in the 3D model on the right side.

For instance, when motion capturing Sunshine, this...

Becomes this!


In motion capture, it's also possible to record movements using props. With equipment like trampolines and cushions, it's even possible to capture more dynamic motions.



[h2]Motion Capture in Brazen Blaze[/h2] [h3]In-Game Motion Capture[/h3]
One advantage of motion capture is that it allows for the creation of more "human-like movements." Implementing more realistic and natural motions enhances the enjoyment of in-game actions in VR and helps maintain immersion.


However, capturing the motion alone doesn't mean it can be directly implemented into the game. Motion designers use tools like the one shown above to make adjustments and tailor the movements to fit the Runners, ensuring everything is polished and aligned with their personality.

Below, we provide a glimpse into the adjustments made to Riot's various motions.
-Punch motion

After filming the motion with motion capture, we added accents to it and adjusted it to naturally transition from the swing to the idle motion.

-Getting hit motion

This one has also been adjusted to stagger back a few steps before seamlessly returning to the idle motion.

[h3]Trailer Motion Capture[/h3]
Not only the in-game motions but also some of the motions used in trailers were created using motion capture.
Have you had a chance to see the Open Beta Trailer?
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For example, the scene where Riot, Skybolt, and Sunshine strike poses together was created using motion capture.

Here's what the actual recording session looked like.

Just like with in-game motions, adjustments were made, but you can see how the actors' natural movements are faithfully reflected in the trailer.


[h2]Conclusion[/h2]
In this article, we discussed motion capture and the movements used in Brazen Blaze! With this knowledge in mind, you might notice new things about the Runners' motions when playing the game.
Be sure to participate in the Open Beta and pay attention to how the Runners move!

We're also collecting your feedback about the Runners' motions or any other general thoughts about the game on Discord.

For those who haven't joined our Discord yet, here is the link: https://discord.com/invite/ESX8fJSdxy


‘Til the next issue of the Presidential Bulletin, Runners!


[h2]Defy the Rules, Unchain Yourself![/h2]

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[h3]Featured Contents
[/h3]- Added new rule "Round Team Match."
Match Times(PDT)
・5:00 - 8:00
・12:00 - 15:00
・18:00 - 22:00
- Added an option to display "Communication Goods" for either everyone or allies only.

[h3]Gameplay
[/h3]- Added special effects for when Missions are completed.
- Added a display of the number of items that can be received in the battle pass.
- Adjusted the display effects for the scoreboard.
- In Survival mode, players can return to the Lobby after Runner pick.
- In the Runner pick, the last chosen Runner and Sub Weapon are selected by default.
- If you use the Invite feature to make a team, the team is not disbanded after returning to the Lobby.
- Fixed behaviors for being punched against walls.
- Updated effects for LEGACY’s shield bash.
- Updated effects for Homing Gun.
- Added effects for effects for blowing away with explosions.
- Added signs in the New York CIty Day stage in Survival mode.

[h3]UI
[/h3]- Added special effects for when Missions are completed.
- Added a display for the number of items that can be received in the Battle Pass.
- Adjusted the display effects for the scoreboard.

[h3]Other
[/h3]- Changed the duration for communication goods.
- Changed the settings to hide the logout option button when playing with a guest account.
- Changed the maximum character limit for text input in player search to 16 characters.
- Changed the invitation feature so that error messages are displayed when an error occurs.
- Added a cursor for editing text boxes within the game.
- Changed the text display during downloading after the game launch.
- Changed the SteamVR version to allow input from the PC's keyboard when playing on a PC.

[h3]Bug Fixes
[/h3]- If a player is in the Runner pick when the Stock Team Match time ends, it causes the game to become unresponsive.
- When connection is lost during the blackout at the end of a battle, it results in the game becoming unresponsive.
- If the event period ends during a battle in Stock Team Match, it causes the game to become unresponsive.
- Kills are not displayed correctly during battle.
- When playing with the Valve Index, it is difficult to throw items.
- When LEGACY is in contact with an object, the shield bash does not occur.
- The pinning in the battle and training room is not displayed correctly.
- In Survival, after selecting the "Follow" button for the 3rd or 4th place runner, the "Follow" option reappears on the result screen at the end of the battle.
- In "New York City Night," some objects are not display correctly when destroyed.
- The acquisition animation for items in the Battle Pass is not displayed correctly.
- Battle Pass levels are not reflected correctly.
- The number of missing points in the Battle Pass is not displayed correctly.
- The completion animation for Missions is not displayed correctly.
- The number of points earned from Missions is not displayed correctly.
- In the shop, opening the "Item Acquisition" dialog of the Battle Pass while the "Purchase Complete" dialog is displayed causes the "Purchase Complete" dialog to disappear, making the shop unusable.
- In the shop, the icons for "Party popper" and "Champagne" are not displayed correctly.
- The purchase dialog in the shop is not displayed correctly.
- In the play record, if there is no record, the last updated date is not displayed correctly.
- When changing player names, the first character becomes uppercase.
- In the closet, the previews for the Boost Injection and Shake Grenade are not displayed correctly.
- In the closet, the Magna Shield is not displayed correctly.
- In Training Mode, the text display in the pop- up notifications shown during invitations is corrupted.
- The sound of car explosions on the stage is not played correctly.
- The sound of bomb- like items is not played correctly.
- The voice when an opponent falls to their death is not played correctly.
- The sound volume at the start of a battle is incorrect.
- In Survival, the voice at the end of a battle is not played correctly.
- The sound in the Battle Pass is not played correctly.
- Language currently unavailable was able to be chosen from Options.
- Temporarily disabled screen maximization in streaming mode due to crashes when maximizing the screen.
- Display issues in the Japanese Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.