Liftoff News

Update 1.6.16 released!

[p][/p][p][/p][p]This update improves stability, security, and multiplayer reliability.[/p][p][/p][h2]Changelist
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[p]Updated Unity game engine to mitigate a code execution vulnerability,[/p]
[p]Updated the conditions for a player to start in a multiplayer game to be less strict e.g., not having to wait until all players have selected their drone, or that their avatar is loaded in,[/p]
[p]Fixed issue when attempting to share a custom OSD Layout,[/p]
[p]Fixed issue where the lighting in the main menu didn't display correctly on lower graphics settings,[/p]
[p]Fixed several multiplayer issues where it could freeze the loading of the game,[/p]
[p]Fixed issue in the multiplayer leaderboards being viewed in-game, where it wouldn't scroll to the player's personal entry,[/p]
[p]Fixed issue with starting a multiplayer session where there could be a version mismatch when a track creator recently updated their custom tracks or races,[/p]
[p]Fixed issue with the Steam Friends block list not being used properly in Liftoff to ward blocked players from entering your session,[/p]
[p]Fixed issue with personal race ghosts and tournament ghosts not properly finishing their last lap,[/p]
[p]Fixed a performance issue which could cause a framerate spike when flying through a checkpoint and the race guides were visible,[/p]
[p]Fixed an input issue in the main menu and pause menu where input would constantly scroll the selected item up or down[/p]
[p]Fixed a rounding issue of the display of times in multiplayer[/p]

Update 1.6.15 released!

[p] Some time ago, we shared our vision of Liftoff evolving from a simulator we build for you into one you can completely shape yourself. Today, we’re taking another step toward that future with the launch of the OSD Editor. [/p][p][/p][h2]Changelist[/h2]

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[p]Added OSD editor tool,[/p]

[p]Added a 'friend' icon on the leaderboards to highlight the scores of pilots you're friends with on Steam,[/p]
[p]Added a 'Delete Record' button for pilots to delete their record on a leaderboard,[/p]
[p]Updated the leaderboards where clicking on your personal entry will make it scroll to that entry on the leaderboard,[/p]
[p]Fixed issue in multiplayer where returning to the game lobby from a race score screen will put you back in that result screen when coming back from the game lobby[/p]

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Pimp My HUD[/h2][p]Now you decide how your On-Screen Display looks and feels: pick the elements you need, choose their colors, and place them wherever you like. Go for a razor-sharp pro racer setup or unleash something totally off-the-wall.[/p][p]And here’s where it gets fun: every layout can be shared on the Steam Workshop.[/p][p][/p][p]That means you won’t just be downloading cool ideas, you’ll probably stumble across some of the most brilliant, ridiculous, and downright unhinged layouts you never knew you needed. How it works: [dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

Happy Lughnasadh

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Witness the return of Lughnasadh, the ancient Celtic festival of harvest, reborn with reverence and ritual. As August begins, we pay tribute to the god Lugus through tradition, challenge, and the rhythm of the reaping.

Blades spinning
A solemn cutting of the first of the corn
An offering is made

Venture forth during the LuGus festival event and undertake the daring quest to locate and activate all LuGus cubes within a single environment. By conquering this challenge, you'll unlock the coveted "LuGus Fest" achievement.

Let's celebrate! [/p]

Update 1.6.14 released!

[p]Nothing special, a few quick fixes and a small teaser ;)[/p][h2]
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[p]Fixed issue where monthly leaderboards weren't updated if an all-time best score was already set which is better than the new monthly score.[/p]
[p]Fixed issue in the multiplayer game lobby, where it wasn't possible to copy another player's drone when viewing their details.[/p]
[p]Fixed audio issue in multiplayer, where sound would be too quiet when multiplayer game settings were changed, and the pause menu was still active.[/p]
[p]Fixed issue where the leaderboards weren't showing the scores properly on resolutions higher than 1080p.[/p]
[p]Added bots for the three official races in Rustline.[/p]

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Marina Bay teaser[/h2][p][/p][p]Ever since Liftoff first took flight, there’s always been a “next level” in the making, and we’re thrilled to share a sneak peek of what’s coming next: Marina Bay![/p][p]It’s shaping up to be something really special, and while we know one of your top questions is “When is it coming?”, we’re not quite there yet. Marina Bay is an ambitious level were building from scratch ourselves, and it still needs a few more months in the oven. But don’t worry, we’ll keep you updated as soon as we have a clearer timeline. Until then, we appreciate your patience and excitement.

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Update 1.6.13 released

Bando City is growing, another batch of suspiciously cheap apartment blocks just popped up in the middle of nowhere. Ideal for anyone who enjoys echoey stairwells and uninterrupted views of arid landscapes. Rumor has it the foreman signed off on the expansion while waiting for cranes to clear space on other Liftoff construction site. ;)

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Updated: Bando City environment: improved terrain shaders and expanded construction site.
Updated: Rustline environment boundaries have been moved up a little to allow access to some interesting locations.
Updated: Further Rustline memory optimizations.
Updated: Show shortened leaderboard names when selecting a leaderboard in-game.
Added: Option to resume the game when viewing a leaderboard in-game.
Fixed: inverted normals bug in Bando City.
Fixed: knockout tournament brackets not showing up properly.
Fixed: multiplayer chat performance issues when hidden.
Fixed: Rustline Track 01 name.
Fixed: Haybales shifting when switching LODs in the Straw Bale environment.
Fixed: Fences not properly rendering when viewing from the backside.
Fixed: leaderboard times not properly displaying on higher display resolutions.