Shatterland News

[p]Hey Survivors,[/p][p]A fresh update has arrived with new quests, items, NPCs, and panels, along with some key fixes and improvements. Let’s dive into what’s new:[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🆕 New Content[/h2]

• [p]📜 New Quest – A brand-new adventure has been added.[/p]
• [p]🛡️ New Armor (Level 30) – Equip yourself with stronger protection once you reach level 30.[/p]
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• [p]🧩 Memory Fragment – A new collectible has been introduced to expand the story.[/p]
• [p]🧑‍🦱 New NPC: Hector – Meet Hector, a new character bringing fresh interactions.[/p]
• [p]🖼️ New Button Picture – UI refreshed with a new button design.
  
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[hr][/hr][h2]🖥️ New Panels[/h2]

• [p]⚙️ Control Panel – A new interface to manage controls more easily.[/p]
• [p]🌀 Portal Panel – Added for easier portal interactions.
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• [p]☠️ Dead Panel – New UI for handling death-related information.
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[hr][/hr][h2]🌍 World & Exploration[/h2]

• [p]🗺️ New Map – Explore brand new terrain and challenges.
  
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• [p]🚗 More Cars – Additional vehicles have been added across the map to expand exploration and survival possibilities.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🛠️ Fixes & Improvements[/h2]

• [p]📜 Rampage Quest – Fixed issues with this quest.[/p]
• [p]📦 Crafting Menu – Removed duplicate Plastic Storage from the player’s crafting list.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]🔥 This update continues to expand the world and refine your survival experience. Log in now to try the new quests, armor, panels, and map updates — and let us know your feedback![/p][p]See you in the wasteland,
Shatterland Dev[/p]

[p]Hey Survivors,[/p][p]Another big step forward is here! This update brings new items, zones, a world boss, and tons of fixes to make the game smoother than ever. Let’s dive into the details:[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🆕 New Items & Crafting[/h2]

• [p]🧩 Plastic Scrap – A new resource to gather.[/p]
• [p]🤠 Cowboy Hat – Stylish protection for your survivor.[/p]
• [p]🎒 Hiking Backpack – +20 extra slots to carry more loot.[/p]
• [p]🥩 Zombie Meat – A fresh addition to your inventory (handle with care!).[/p]
• [p]🔦 Camp Lamp – Now requires Plastic, Battery, and Electric Parts to craft. (thanks to @rcjoe69 for the suggestion!)[/p]
• [p]📦 Small Plastic Chest – Craftable storage option made with plastic.[/p]
• [p]🪑 New Models – Updated 3D models for the wooden chair, table, repair bench, and workbench.
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[hr][/hr][h2]🌍 New Zones & World Boss[/h2]

• [p]🗺️ Expanded Map – A brand new part of the map is now open for exploration.
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• [p]🌴 New Spawn Point – Survivors can now start on the beach.[/p]
• [p]🐝 Hive System – Hives can now be destroyed, including on the bus. If you don’t have a gas mask, destroying the hive is your only way forward!
  
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• [p]👹 World Boss – A massive new challenge awaits SOON. The picture might look small… but trust us, it isn’t.
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• [p]🏦 Bank in the Big City – Take on a money heist and raid the new bank location.
  
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[hr][/hr][h2]⚔️ Fixes & Improvements[/h2]

• [p]⚡ Dash System – Fixed stamina drain and climbing interactions.[/p]
• [p]🎮 Boss Fight – Fixed black screen issue during boss battles.[/p]
• [p]🚢 Abandoned Cargo Ship – Loot system corrected.[/p]
• [p]🌊 Water Collision – Fixed bodies colliding incorrectly with water.[/p]
• [p]🧟 Zombie Stash – No longer visible on the map.[/p]
• [p]📍 Map Markers – Various fixes for better navigation.[/p]
• [p]🛏️ Sleeping Bag – Now works properly on foundations.[/p]

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• [p]🧱 Wooden Wall Icon – Corrected.[/p]
• [p]🪜 Ladders – Old placeholder ladders have been removed; real ladder models are now placed.[/p]
• [p]💥 Mutant Zombie – Explosion now triggers correctly 2 seconds after death.[/p]
• [p]🌱 Resource Nodes – All resources now have a visible health bar when gathering.[/p]
• [p]🐗 Animal Drops – Fixed drops from boar, chicken, and tentacles.[/p]
• [p]📜 Rampage Quest – Fixed text for gear score requirement.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🎉 What’s Next[/h2][p]The last big playtest update is now complete. From here, the focus will shift to bug fixing, polish, and preparing the demo build for Steam Next Fest this October. Expect smaller updates aimed at improving stability and gameplay experience.[/p][hr][/hr][p]🔥 The new content is live — explore the expanded world, take on the world boss, raid the new bank, and try out all the fresh items and fixes.[/p][p]See you in the wasteland,

Satterland Dev.[/p]

[p]Hey Survivors,[/p][p]The wait is over — today’s update is officially live! Jump in now and try out all the new systems, fixes, and improvements we’ve been working on.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🔫 Gameplay & Combat[/h2]

• [p]💥 Rocket Launcher – Bring the big boom to your fights![/p]
• [p]⚡ Dash Ability – Press Shift once to quickly dash in the direction you want.[/p]
• [p]🧟 Zombie Behavior Update – Zombies Explosive no longer explode instantly on collision. They now explode 2 seconds after death, making encounters more strategic.[/p]
• [p]🔫 Weapon Fix – SCAR is now properly fixed and no longer showing as an UZI.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🎮 Systems & Mechanics[/h2]

• [p]🎚️ Item Level System – Items now have required levels. You can only equip them if your character level is high enough.[/p]
• [p]🪜 Ladder System – Climb your way to new places with the new ladder mechanic.[/p]
• [p]🎁 Redeem Code System – You can now claim rewards with special redeem codes!
  👉 Go to the Event Tab in your Inventory, enter the code Demo2025, and receive a special gift.[/p]
• [p]🔫 Gear Score Update – Weapons now properly count toward your gear score.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🗺️ Exploration & Survival[/h2]

• [p]🗺️ Death Marker – When you die, a marker will appear on the map so you can easily track down and recover your body.[/p]
• [p]🌍 Zone Discoveries – Fixes applied to zone discovery so exploration works as intended.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]📚 Tutorials & Guidance[/h2]

• [p]More Tutorial Information – New details added to help players understand the mechanics better.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]⚠️ Demo & Full Release Info[/h2]

• [p]Demo – Max level is capped at 50. Achievements are not available in the demo.[/p]
• [p]Full Game – Achievements will be included in the full release.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]🔥 This update is live right now — go try it out, explore the new systems, and don’t forget to redeem your gift with the code Demo2025 in the Event Tab![/p][p]See you in the wasteland,
Althurius \[UNRL][/p]

[h3][/h3][p]Hey everyone,

[/p][p]I’ve noticed that some of you had a few recurring questions about certain mechanics in the game. Don’t worry, I’ve heard you! To make the experience even more enjoyable and frustration-free, I’ve added a brand-new tutorial. It’ll be rolling out in the next few days, and it’s designed to help everyone understand the full gameplay more easily.

[/p][p]I just want to show you all how much I appreciate you, and I really care about making sure your gameplay experience is top-notch. I hope this new tutorial makes everything clearer and even more fun for you all![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]Hello Survivors,[/p][p]A brand new update is here with rarity systems, new icons, fixes, and world improvements! Thanks again for all your feedback—it helps shape every patch.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🧟 Gameplay & Survival[/h2]

• [p]Zombie & Bandit Dismemberment: They can now lose arms during combat.[/p]
• [p]Rampage Boss Health: Increased from 3000 → 5800 (#PoorRampage, you were too easy 👀).[/p]
• [p]Skip Night Feature: Use a bed or sleeping bag to fast-forward through the night.[/p]
• [p]Boss Fight Fixes: Adjusted combat and loot. Legendary items now drop properly.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🔫 Weapons & Loot[/h2]

• [p]Weapon Rarity System added: Rare, Epic, Legendary, Mystical.[/p]
• [p]New Weapon & Item Icons for rarities.[/p]
• [p]Rarity Effects: Items now have visual effects based on rarity.[/p]
• [p]Tooltip Updates: Clearer item descriptions.[/p]
• [p]Repair Bench Fix: Now works for all weapons—including melee.[/p]
• [p]AK-74 & AK-74u Fixes: Improved aiming + fixed first-person view.[/p]
• [p]M4 Scope Fix: Corrected red dot alignment.[/p]
• [p]Bullet Injection Bug: Fixed across weapons.[/p]
• [p]Boss Loot: Legendary items added.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🌍 World & Map[/h2]

• [p]New POIs added to the map.[/p]
• [p]Radiation Zones: Fixed floating items and new bomb event radiation.[/p]
• [p]Gas Added to Bandit base.[/p]
• [p]Bus Fix: Now blends properly near the motel.[/p]
• [p]Tentacle Fixed near Airfield walls.[/p]
• [p]More Immersion: Removed map icons—you must now discover zones by exploring.[/p]
• [p]Better Tutorial Text for clarity.[/p]
• [p]Better Crafting Icons: Improved hut image in the crafting menu.[/p]
• [p]Campfire & Furnace: Notes added to crafting section explaining their function.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🎮 Quality of Life[/h2]

• [p]Game Version Display: Now visible in bottom-right corner—helps check if you and your friends are on the same version.[/p]
• [p]Input Settings: Flip cars control can now be reassigned.[/p]
• [p]Workbench & Door Fixes.[/p]
• [p]Collision Fixes: General improvements + plane collision corrected.[/p]
• [p]Friendlier Nights: Slightly adjusted lighting.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🔊 Audio[/h2]

• [p]Grenade Fixes: Now works properly.[/p]
• [p]Rampage Boss: Added unique boss fight music.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]💭 What’s Next[/h2][p]We’re laying the foundation for deeper progression with rarities, events, and survival systems. Keep sharing your feedback—it’s driving the development forward![/p][p]Thanks for surviving with me,
— Shatterland Dev[/p]