Descenders News

Hey everyone!

It's been a while since our previous update but we're here again with a big one! New bikes, new physics, new tricks and so much more!

We've also asked the creators of some of the most popular mods on mod.io if we could integrate their maps directly into the game, this way we can bring them to non-Steam versions of Descenders as well. Next to porting these mods over we've also made 2 original bike parks. BikeOut4, the next installment in the BikeOut series, full of new and frustrating obstacles to have a go at. And New Lexico, the successor of Mt. Rosie, a massive open world with lots of areas to explore.

Console/PC Game Pass players: the content of this update will be heading your way very soon.

New:

• New Bike parks.
  Most are popular mods from mod.io integrated directly into the game (Aloda Lakes, Descenders Island, The Sanctuary, MegaPark, Kushmuck4x, Idarkopf). BikeOut 4 and New Lexico are two new and original maps made by us in collaboration with Spe (creator of Stoker Bike Park).
  
• New bike types.
  The default Enduro bike can be changed to either a Hardtail or Downhill bike once you've obtained a sponsorship. You can change bike types in the Shed.
  
• New bike physics.
  Different bikes will have their own physics. While the hardtail is made for flippy bois with it's agile lightweight frame, the downhill bike is a sturdy, heavy and fast mean machine!
  
• New tricks.
  New tricks include the Tabletop, Superman Seatgrab, Barspin, Tailwhip and Tuck No Hander. Unfortunately to make room for these we had to say goodbye to the Candybar, we've built a memorial for it in Mt. Palumbo.
  
• 30+ New customization items to unlock in career mode.
  
  
• Misc:
  - Lots of sound effects added to BikeOut obstacles.
  - Ambient sound added to all bike parks.
  - Bowl Cam added to camera perspectives. Gives a better overview while playing in bowls and bike parks.
  - Game client upgraded from x86 to x64. This should reduce the memory related crashes some people are experiencing.
  

Community
If you want to keep up to date with known issues and our current plans, join our Discord.

RageSquid & No More Robots

[h3]Once again we're looking to celebrate and reward the best Descenders mods with special prizes.
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Here's how it's going to work this year:

1. Every Descenders mod uploaded to https://descenders.mod.io/ in 2020 and before the end of December 13 will be eligible to win a prizes. Check the Modding Guide on how to get involved: https://descenders.mod.io/guides

2. Vote on your favorite mods by giving them the THUMBS UP on mod.io!

3. On December 15, the Descenders team will pick their favorite mods, using community voting as a guide for which mods you like best.

4. On December 16, we'll announce the 5 best mods of 2020. The #5 and #4 will receive a Descenders game key, an item of choice and will be included in the MOTY 2020 leaderboard in the lobby. The top 3 modders will receive a Descenders game key, their respective Bronze, Silver and Gold kit and bike in-game, and will also included in the MOTY 2020 leaderboard.

5. The creator of the Best Descenders Mod of 2020 will receive a $100 Steam Gift Card, to spend on whichever games they like over Christmas!

Think you can be the most creative, the most innovative or just deliver an amazing Descenders experience?

You have until the 13th of December!

You can also encourage people to vote on your creation on mod.io - while the decision lies with the devs, it'll definitely help your chances!

Don't forget that we have a whole community of modders working together on our Discord, so it's worth joining and chatting with them if you haven't already

Good luck, we can't wait to play what you're working on!

If you've not picked up Descenders before, there has never been a better time! We're introducing TWO NEW BIKE PARKS to play in today, along with a SALE!

[h2]For the next 10 days, Descenders will be 40% off! A perfect time to get together with some friends online and hit our BRAND NEW PARKS![/h2]

[h2]DYFI VALLEY [/h2]



Our new natural bike park is inspired by the rural tracks based in the Welsh valley, and offers something a little rural and technical for those who like their bike parks a little more rustic! With some showstopping areas and a few hidden gems, Dyfi Valley is a fantastic ride from top to bottom!

[h2]BIKEOUT 3[/h2]



We're ALSO excited to bring back a new iteration of everyone's favourite absurd adventure, BIKEOUT! Can you best the new obstacles? Make sure you record your runs, they're going to be HYSTERICAL!

We can't wait to see how you get on with them, make sure you come share your screenshots and your videos over on the discord!

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Hey there everyone!

For a little while, we've been asking whether people would like an AMA with the team, so while we're all working for home we figured we'd set one up!

Lex, Rosie and Mike are answering questions over on the subreddit for the next few hours, from the future of Descenders and beyond! If you've had a burning question for a little while (or just want to find out some more about the team) now is your chance!



We can't wait to hear all your questions - you've got a few hours to get them submitted, so get your thinking caps on!

>> You can find the AMA here! <<

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Hey everyone, we're SO excited to announce that we'll be starting up some community challenges, and our first kicks off TODAY!

[h2]Introducing the Descenders Video Contest:[/h2]

Create a Descenders edit, get it judged by the community and win some Steam/Xbox credit!

[h2]Prizes:[/h2]
1st - $150 Steam gift card/Xbox gift card, 1st Place Jersey & 3 Steam keys to share with friends
2nd - $50 Steam gift card/Xbox gift card, 2nd Place Jersey & 3 Steam keys to share with friends
3rd - 3rd Place Jersey & 3 Steam keys to share with friends

[h2]Rules:[/h2]

• Entries must be no longer than 120 seconds.
  
• Entries must pertain to Descenders
  
• Disclaimer regarding music: keep in mind that copyrighted content might be trickier for us to share on all our social media platforms.
  
• Entries are allowed to use modded gear and maps, unless these contain company logos and other copyrighted materials.
  
• Entries must be submitted in at least 720p.
  
• Entries must be uploaded to streamable.com or YouTube and the link has to be submitted in #submissions on the Descenders Discord to be eligible.
  
• The final deadline for entries is May 1st 2020.
  

The best 5 videos will be picked out by an expert panel (more info on who the experts are soon). After that, we will have the community vote on the video they like best!

This community challenge will go on from 03/04 till 01/05/2020

[h2]Want to take part? Head over to our Discord to get involved: Discord.gg/Descenders

Good luck!![/h2]