World of Football News

Gameplay:
- New matchmaking rating system implemented for better balance and fairer matches.
- Placement matches feature added, with rank and history reset to ensure a fresh start for all players.
- Fixed floating wearable item bug when a player is removed from a match.

UI:
- Added information about the current number of matches being played in the matchmaking region when queueing.
- Fixed welcome modal UI error causing incorrect displays.
- Fixed tab menu skill group display not showing correctly.
- Improved translations for multiple languages.

Graphics:
- Fixed halo VFX not appearing correctly in multiplayer matches.

Other:
- Various minor bug fixes and small improvements to performance and stability.

Patch notes for version 0.10.0.0:

Gameplay:
- Matchmaking system introduced, allowing players to queue up for matches with region-based separation for lower latency and better connections.
- Skill groups added to balance matchmaking by matching players with opponents of similar skill levels.
- Player statistics feature added to track performance and growth across matchmaking matches.
- Fixed the throw-in bug in futsal matches.
- Fixed the mouse sensitivity curve not applying correctly under default settings.

UI:
- In-game store integrated into gameplay, launching with 15 cosmetic items: 8 wearables and 7 goal celebrations. The store includes tabs for 'Featured', 'Currency Packages', and 'Browse.'
- Inventory system added to manage purchased cosmetics directly in-game.
- Roadmap page added to the Main Menu, providing a preview of upcoming features and improvements.
- Server ping display added to the server browser list.
- General UI improvements implemented for better usability.
- Added a warning when the same key is assigned to multiple actions.
- Player skill group rating added to the match statistics menu.
- Dedicated servers are now sorted by latency.

Graphics:
- Fixed resolution bug preventing correct options from appearing for some players.

Audio:
- Fixed interface volume not working when hovering or clicking buttons.

Other:
- Various bug fixes and small improvements to performance and stability.

The big day is finally here! We're beyond excited to announce that World of Football is launching into Early Access NOW! 🥳

Ready to step onto the pitch? 🏟️
👉 Play World of Football now on Steam!

🎥 Check out our brand-new launch trailer here:
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A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community—you’ve been with us through every step of this journey, from playtests to feature suggestions, and now, to this incredible milestone. ❤️

[h3]What’s Waiting for You in Early Access?[/h3]

⚽ Physics-Based Gameplay: Enjoy realistic, skill-based football where every move counts.
🌐 Global Matchmaking: Compete against players from around the world with our improved matchmaking system.
📈 Player Statistics & Skill Groups: Track your progress and climb the ranks in competitive play.
🛍️ In-Game Store: Customize your player with unique wearables and goal celebrations.
👥 Team Creation: Build your own team, upload custom emblems, jerseys, and rally your fans.
🌦️ Dynamic Environments: Play in stadiums with changing weather and lighting that affect gameplay.
🎯 Advanced Training Tools: Practice your skills with our powerful training editor and custom drills.
🎥 Video Tutorials: Access a library of tutorials to learn game mechanics.
🏆 Community Events: Participate in championships and tournaments hosted by the community.

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. This is just the beginning. See you on the pitch! 🔥🏟

⚽️ World of Football Team

Hey everyone!

We’re thrilled to announce that World of Football is officially launching into Early Access on November 20, 2024! 🥳

👉 Make sure to wishlist the game on Steam to be the first to know when it’s live!

Check out our fresh new trailer here:
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
Thank you to our incredible community for all the support and excitement as we bring this passion project to life! 🙌

What to Expect in World of Football:

⚽ Physics-Based Football Action: Dive into skill-based gameplay where physics control the ball, making it easy to pick up but challenging to master. 🏆 Skill-Based Matchmaking: Compete in ranked matches against players of similar skill levels, or enjoy casual matches for a relaxed experience. 📊 Statistics: Track your progress with statistics and history for official matches. 🏅 Community Events: Take part in championships hosted by third-party communities. 🎯 Advanced Training Tools: Use our powerful training editor to build custom routines, sharpen your skills, and prepare for ranked games! 👥 Custom Teams: Create your team and invite friends to enjoy customizable emblems, jerseys, fan colors, and more! 🛍️ Player Customizations: Explore our in-game store to personalize your player with unique accessories and goal celebrations. 🌦️ Dynamic Environment: Experience realistic changes in weather and lighting as the game progresses, which directly impact gameplay. 📓 Video Tutorials: Access a library of video tutorials right in the game to master the mechanics of World of Football.

🎮 Join our Discord community to connect with fellow football fans, share strategies, and stay updated on the latest!

Follow us on social media for sneak peeks, updates, and exclusive content:
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[h3]Thanks again, and see you on the pitch soon! ⚽🔥[/h3]

Hello World of Football community,

First off, we just want to say a huge thank you for all your amazing support and enthusiasm during the playtest. Your feedback and dedication have helped make the game what it is today, and we couldn't have done it without you!

[h2]✨ A NEW CHAPTER BEGINS[/h2]
We're super excited to share that World of Football is evolving! To keep things going strong and to bring you even more awesome features, we're switching from a free-to-play model to a paid game. But don't worry—it will be very affordable, and the price will be localized to be fair for players around the world! This change will allow us to expand our team, ensure the long-term health of the project, and deliver even more content with higher quality.

[h2]⚽ PLAYTEST CLOSING SOON[/h2]
As we gear up for the game release, the playtest will officially close on November 3rd. This will give us the chance to execute our strategy to ensure a successful launch.

[h2]🫂 A TOKEN OF OUR APPRECIATION[/h2]
To show just how much we appreciate you, we're giving 1000 WOF Coins to everyone who logs in between now and the end of the playtest. To purchase this amount of coins in the in-game store, it would cost roughly the same as the game's price. It's our way of saying thanks for being such an important part of this journey. Remember to tell your friends to log in too! All they need to do is open the game's main menu to claim their bonus.

[h2]🔥 WHAT'S COMING FOR EARLY ACCESS?[/h2]
We're excited to let you know that several new features will be available for the Early Access launch that weren't in the playtest. A new roadmap will soon be shared with you as well. Here's what you can look forward to on release day:

Globally available matchmaking
Increased server availability
In-game store with wearables and goal celebrations
Player statistics for matchmaking
Skill groups

Stay tuned for more updates, including the official release date, which will be announced soon.

Thanks again for being an amazing part of this community. Together, we'll make World of Football the best it can be!

See you on the pitch!

- The World of Football Team