Oxytone News

Hi! Today's small update fixes several critical bugs that did not affect most players. Read it for fun if you want.

[h2]Bug fixes:[/h2]

• Connecting certain types of controllers caused the game to hang when starting. Now you can have your steering wheel connected and play Oxytone!
  
• When you restart the level in pyramid mode - once you have obtained the pyramid boost - this boost disappears. You wouldn't have passed these levels without the metal tiles anyway!
  
• Optimized the drawing of the Trophies section, why draw all 99 achievements when only a few fit on the screen?
  
• Trophies and Unlocks screens were breaking the fourth wall at resolutions other than 16:9, this is the third time I've fixed it, hopefully the last.
  

[h2]What's new:[/h2]

• Added a small surprise for players who obtained 4 gold cards. No one has done this before, but now you have one little surprise more motivation.
  

Fixed some pesky achievement issues.

Hi folks! Just landed on Steam is the latest patch 1.0.6 titled Snow Update, which, in addition to a few fixes and improvements, also adds Snow Mode. Activate it in the Unlocks section and enjoy the holiday spirit! And now, best wishes from OxGames!

[h2]Changelog:[/h2]

• Control hints display for a longer duration.
  
• Control hints now appear in the Options menu.
  
• Improved clarity of descriptions in the Unlocks section.
  
• Added Snow Mode.
  
• Low settings mode now looks a bit nicer and is more efficient.
  

[h2]Bug Fixes:[/h2]

• Fixed screen not clearing on resolutions other than 16:9 aspect ratio.
  
• Corrected typos.
  
• Increased game performance.
  
• Fixed minor bugs.
  

Hi! In today's post, I'll give you an overview of the game's pricing policy and future updates.


This part is for those considering purchasing the game and waiting for promotions. The current base price of Oxytone is $12.99 / €12.79 (other prices follow the Steam grid). For the next six months, the game won't be on sale for more than 20%, reflecting ongoing development and expanding content. We aim to participate in at least one themed festival in 2024.


[h2]Stability![/h2]
Two weeks after its release, Oxytone is stable, with all reported issues addressed promptly in collaboration with players. We've released 5 patches, including new features and significant improvements.

• Screenshot mode - allowing players to showcase their completed maps and share screenshots on Steam in our community center
  
• Improved controller support
  
• Bug fixes related to achievements
  
• ...and much more!
  

[h2]More Challenges[/h2]
In Q1, expect an update introducing a new game card (3 maps) with new challenges and a revised approach to one of Oxytone's core mechanics. Sneak peeks will be available on OxGames Discord, to which I warmly invite you: https://discord.gg/XMHGugFefZ

[h2]Performance[/h2]
Q1 is also the time for significant optimizations. We plan to drastically improve performance and adjust quality modes, ensuring more players can enjoy Oxytone at 60 FPS.

[h2]Steam Deck[/h2]
While I don't have a Steam Deck physically, I'll be working on an appropriate version to provide the best experience for such devices.

[h2]Other Platforms[/h2]
Efforts are underway to bring the game to other gaming platforms. More information later this year!

[h2]Discord[/h2]
We're building a community on Discord, so if you enjoy joining fresh servers with not too many users yet, I invite you! There, you can chat not only with me (I actively respond to everything) but also with the biggest Oxytone fans: https://discord.gg/XMHGugFefZ

Bugfixes:

• Fixed the issue where you could infinitely press the start button on keyboards and gamepads.
  
• Fixed typos.
  
• Adjusted the deadzone for the right stick on gamepads.
  
• Fixed the problem where you could fly the camera very, very far from the game zone on gamepads.
  
• Fixed acquiring metal tiles while having the pyramid boost.
  
• Fixed the ability to earn some achievements in relax mode.