Periodicity - Hats and scars News

The “Balance” update brings a mixture of new mechanics and improves the old ones. In addition, some of the monsters have been adjusted and new monsters have been added.

[h2]New upgrades available:[/h2]

• “Mucky Boots” increases movement speed by up to 50%. Can be purchased from Robin in the saloon.
  
• “Sharp Edges” increases the damage dealt by a critical hit by up to 300%. Applies to all weapon types. Can be purchased from Alex in the shop.
  
• “Enlightenment” increases the damage of tricks such as the aura or the card trick. Can be purchased in the casino from “lucky” Luca.
  
• “Magnification” increases the size of projectiles from ranged attacks. Can be purchased from Casey.
  

There are currently 15 upgrades to buy in the various stores. Have fun combining all the different stores for your perfect run.

[h2]Further changes[/h2]

• Boss monsters now have more life and give more points with higher level.
  
• Above a certain level, a “heavy” horde now appears in addition to the “easy” horde.
  
• New monsters added.
  
• Monsters with a visible axe can now destroy trees.
  
• Your resolution setting is now retained the next time you start the game.
  

[h3]Bug fixes:[/h3]

• Performance improved through code optimization
  
• Text errors/translation errors
  

Have fun playing and thank you very much.

This is just a small update with mostly bug fixes.

• Phoenix didn't spawn in boss rush mode
  
• Extra life didn't work in boss rush mode
  
• The secret-level boss wasn't a boss
  
• Next button in the glossary now works as expected when using a controller/steam deck
  
• Fixed translation errors
  

But I also improved some aspects of the game.

• Full screen mode will now be saved, and the game will be set to full screen automatically
  
• Exit game from main menu is now clearer
  
• Added new enemies
  
• Added time to local high score (last update)
  

Preparation for future updates

• Added crit damage as stat (base 100%)
  
• Added movement speed as stat (base 6)
  

Have a good weekend.

Since Periodicity - Hats and scars launched in December 2024, the game did pretty much as I expected. I got feedback, some valuable, some not so much, and I had some ideas left that didn't make it into the game.

So I continued development and here is the patch 1.1. Aside from bug fixes and performance improvements, I added new weapons to let you change up your playstyle. There are also new upgrades in some of the stores to help you on your way.
In terms of UI I tried to optimize the game for Steam Deck while also improving the 1920 x 1080 look and feel. Every vendor has a sign now so that you know which one is in which building. I also overhauled the glossary to show and explain almost all the items. This makes keeping track of items you have and don't have easier.

I hope you enjoy these changes and give Periodicity - Hats and scars another go. If you have any feedback, please use the community on Steam to let me know.

All the changes:

• Added new hat
  
• Added new tool
  
• Added new trick
  
• Added multiple upgrades to vendors
  
• Added distinct signs for each vendor
  
• Increased icon size for shops
  
• Improved glossary with pagination
  
• Added tabs for highscores
  
• Added new enemies
  
• Enabled Steam internal screenshots (F12)
  
• removed level complete screen when already seen per level
  

Fixes:

• Fixed an issue with dialogs
  
• Fixed an issue with chicken
  
• removed unused assets to decrease installation size
  
• Fixed enemy health for some enemies
  
• Improved stability
  
• Improved translations
  
• Minor bugs
  
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Thursday, the 30th, the new trapper update is launching.

This update brings 3 new weapons, new upgrades, and a new vendor.
Also new enemies, UI improvements, and bug fixes.

All details in the upcoming patch notes.
Stay tuned.

Today the time has finally come.

The full version of Periodicity - Hats and scars is now available in store and starts with a big discount.

Many thanks to everyone who played the demo and gave feedback.

The full version has got a few more levels, weapons, tools and tricks. You can play it on Windows, Linux with Proton or on Steam Deck. There are 15 achievements to tackle, several leaderboards to climb and hats to find.

Feedback is always welcome.
So feel free to write a comment, rate the game and let us know how you liked it.

Have fun
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