Space Tournament - Devlog
v1.0.01
๐ Android Version
- Enabled the BUY button for the Android version.
๐ฎ User Interface (UI)
- The username of the mission builder is now displayed.
๐ค Scrappy
- Fixed Scrappyโs text lines.
- Fixed Scrappy so he now plays sound effects again.
๐ Fixes
- Various minor bug fixes.
v1.0.00
๐ฌ Release Content
- Activated the official story trailer.
๐ฎ User Interface (UI)
- Added platform icons to score entries.
- Updated credits.
- Updated translations.
v0.4.05
๐ Leaderboard & Records
- Added a campaign leaderboard that ranks all players based on a calculated value across all campaign records.
- Activated record validation to prevent cheating.
๐ Story
- Activated Scrappy's monologue texts.
๐ Fixes
- Fixed numerous translation issues (thanks to all the helpers!).
- Fixed Editor tile rotation.
๐น๏ธ Controller Improvements
- Game now automatically pauses when the controller is unplugged during gameplay.
- Game now automatically pauses when opening the Steam Overlay.
๐ฎ User Interface (UI) & Appearance
- Improved main menu backgrounds.
- Fixed and optimized general UI elements.
v0.4.04
2025-10-29
๐ Leaderboard
- Show which input method a player used for a score (mobile, buttons, or analog stick).
- Added overall score count to the leaderboard.
๐ฎ User Interface (UI)
- Added an exit button to Replays.
- Custom menu background can now be set.
- Fixed incorrect profile tooltip when not following or sharing.
๐น๏ธ In-Game
- Replaced crosshairs with an arrow pointer.
- Added sound effects for CableTrap and when getting stunned by it.
- Score improvements smaller than 0.02s are now counted.
- Lap counting now starts at 1 instead of 0.
๐ New Languages (AI-Assisted)
- Czech
- Italian
- French
- Chinese (Simplified Mandarin)
- Russian
- Portuguese (Brazilian)
- Japanese
- Korean
๐ฃ๏ธ Revised Translations
- English translation reviewed and improved by a human translator.
๐ Story
- Added final missions.
- Created epilogue trailer.
- Implemented all Scrappy dialogues.
๐ Fixes
- Fixed layer shifting issue in Mission Editor when handling large numbers of tiles.
v0.4.03
2025-10-06
๐จ๏ธ Version for Reddit
- Added a new Reddit-optimized game export.
- Implemented functionality to upload game data directly to the Reddit backend.
- Some user data is now stored on Reddit instead of local files, including Spaceships, Editor missions and Replays
- Added a button to switch between horizontal and vertical display modes.
- Terms of Service are now accepted across app versions.
๐จ Appearance
- Added a loading bar for longer processes such as publishing.
- Overall game brightness increased.
- Minor UI issues fixed.
๐งฉ Mission Editor
- Players must now complete a mission before being allowed to share it.
- Mission publishing process made more prominent.
- Removed the Mission Build Contest feature.
- Garage is now hidden when a mission is started from the editor.
- Tiles can now be rotated using the keyboard without the mouse wheel.
- Added an alternative tile rotation method.
- Improved and corrected control texts in the Editor Manual.
๐ฑ Mission Editor support on Mobile!
- Further increased UI scaling for better mobile usability.
- Added ability to deselect elements.
- Rotation controls now available on mobile.
- Tile panel size can now be adjusted more easily.
- Camera can now be controlled using multi-touch gestures.
v0.4.02
2025-08-26
๐ Achievements System
- โจ Full achievements system integrated into the game!
- ๐ Achievement unlock popup animations display your accomplishments in style.
- ๐ Progress tracking shows exactly what you need to unlock each achievement.
- โ๏ธ Steam achievements fully integrated and automatically uploaded.
- ๐ Dual progress tracking system using both Steam stats and in-game system.
- ๐ Achievement unlocks now appear in the novelties section.
- ๐ฎ Steam API configuration completed for seamless achievement synchronization.
- ๐ Quick access link to achievements added in the main menu.
๐ฏ In-Game Improvements
- ๐ป Ghost ship no longer appears when starting from the editor.
- ๐ฏ Crosshair automatically fades out at low speeds for cleaner visuals.
- ๐ง Complete reorganization and refactoring of the in-game UI system.
- ๐ Sequential reward display shows all earned rewards directly in-game.
๐ Garage Customization
- ๐จ Fresh color palette with new selectable colors.
- ๐ Lock symbols indicate locked spaceship parts.
- โน๏ธ Clickable lock symbols provide unlock requirement information.
- ๐ Percentage display shows spaceship component properties.
- ๐ Revised unlock progression for spaceship parts and colors.
- ๐ Grid system features darker lines without cross overlapping.
- ๐จ Active paint job clearly highlighted for easy identification.
๐ฑ Menu UI Updates
- ๐ฎ Mission rating system now fully supports controller navigation.
- ๐น๏ธ Scroll containers optimized for smooth controller input.
- ๐ All tab menu names translated for international players.
- โจ More UI elements feature shiny hover and focus effects.
- ๐ Chapter rank display added to the missions overview screen.
- ๐ Website button integrated into the main menu.
- ๐ซ Various small UI adjustments for improved user experience.
๐น Replay List Interface
- ๐ Improved spacing after column headers for better readability.
- ๐ฎ Full controller support for navigation.
๐ค Profile Page
- โณ Loading text displayed during color and name updates.
- ๐จ Player name styled with chosen player color.
- ๐ Better spacing between follow buttons and mission sharing options.
- ๐ Column headers added for improved organization.
๐บ๏ธ Mission Overview
- ๐ Enhanced spacing between chapters for clearer navigation.
- ๐ก Hovered mission tiles highlighted in yellow.
๐ฎ Demo Version
- โก Features showcased more quickly to new players.
- ๐ Enemy records now visible in the demo version.
- ๐ "Wishlist on Steam" reminder when closing the game.
๐ ๏ธ Editor Updates
- ๐ฑ๏ธ Editor mouse properly accounts for big UI scaling.
- ๐ฎ Editor manual mode fully supports controller input.
- ๐น๏ธ Right-side editor menu navigable with controller.
- ๐ Fixed hover detection issue occurring every second frame.
โ๏ธ Legal & Compliance
- ๐ Terms of Service and Privacy Policy integrated.
- ๐ Research completed for complaint functionality regarding player names (Digital Service Act compliance).
๐ Bug Fixes
- โก Fixed issue with player getting permanently stuck when stunned.
- ๐ง Numerous minor bugs squashed for smoother gameplay.
v0.4.01
2025-06-10
๐ฎ User Interface (UI)
- Improved naming and organization of in-game menu items.
- Mission win page removed; award earning animation now plays in the in-game menu.
- Award textures scaled up for higher resolution.
- Button descriptions placed under input icons in the tutorial.
- Fixed menu not showing on game start.
- Profile page redesigned, unused elements removed.
- Added pager for replays.
๐ Gameplay Experience
- Significant performance boost by skipping updates for world objects not on the main layer.
- Ship becomes indestructible upon victory.
- Winning is no longer possible after the ship explodes.
- Lightning effects from traps in the background and foreground are also blurred.
๐ ๏ธ Editor
- Trigger areas are hidden when trigger mode is disabled.
- Various minor bug fixes.
๐ก New Mission Serialization Version 4
- Mines can now be configured to react to gravity.
- Flickering tile removed.
- Platform light color is now configurable.
- Added flickering setting for light tiles.
- Added explosion trigger for mines.
- GoldArea includes a toggle to allow gold ore respawning.
- Time limits can be set with frame-precision (ArrowSign, LoopTrigger, TimerTrigger).
- New component: TransistorTrigger, which can be toggled to allow or block a signal.
- New component: RemoteTrigger, which can send a signal without requiring direct trigger connections.
v0.3.15
2025-05-01
๐ Steam Deck Support
- The on-screen keyboard now opens automatically when text fields are selected.
๐ Steam Integration
- Steam usernames are now used as player names as default.
- Steam friends are automatically added to the in-game friends list.
๐ Bug Fixes
- Fix issue with focus in Popups.
- Add missing parallax effect in the main menu.
- Editor: Fix crash when deleting pressed with an uninitialized tile selected.
๐ฎ User Interface (UI)
- Renamed "Syncing" with more meaningful Strings.
- Placeholder text now shown if an input icon is missing.
- Added an award list to the in game overlay.
๐ Gameplay Experience
- Added sound effect for the spaceship's tractor beam.
v0.3.14
2025-04-09
๐ฅ๏ธ System
- Updated to Godot Engine 4.4.
โจ Features
- Added DestroyableGenerator โ a destructible map tile.
- Players can now select a custom color for their player label.
- Added Playtest invite link from the demo version.
- New music tracks: Safe Zone and Space Attack by Josh Kashdan.
- If a player is too slow, the game now explains the required time to complete the level.
- Background and foreground elements are now blurred and darkened for improved focus.
- Editor: Improved the Colorize function and made it removable.
- Added in-game access to the bug report feature.
โ๏ธ Settings
- Added keybinding customization for keyboard controls.
- Added rebindable controller inputs with sensible defaults.
- New setting: Enable/Disable V-Sync.
๐ Bug Fixes
- Fixed:
TriggerLoopwas triggering one extra time. - Fixed crash when attempting to disband a group without selecting one.
- Fixed: Editor mouse cursor would switch to scale mode and not revert.
v0.3.13
2025-01-31
๐ ๏ธ Editor Improvements
- Added folder management buttons and improved the tile property system.
- Enhanced controller support with tooltips and a Joywheel.
- Improved validation for tile properties and menu entries.
๐น Replays & Mission Runs
- Replays are now automatically created and stored on the server.
- Improved validation and integrity checks for MissionRuns.
- Added a global ranking tab and replay filtering.
- New settings: Auto-save successful & failed replays.
๐ช RigidBody2D Doors
- Doors converted to RigidBody2D for physics-based interaction.
- Improved collision handling and damage mechanics for crushing objects.
- Fixed lighting and sound effects related to door interaction.
๐ฎ User Interface (UI)
- Added a new in-game menu and video mode settings.
- Improved Big UI Mode compatibility.
- Introduced hierarchical back navigation instead of browser-style back.
- Added configurable in-game camera zoom.
- Various translation updates and UI bug fixes.
๐ Gameplay & Features
- Added GoldOre Collector and finalized spaceship stats.
- Removed credit system and campaign history system, keeping only high scores.
- Adjusted campaign unlocks and awards.
- Enhanced tractor beam visuals and hull colorization shaders.
- New high-score challenge for levels up to Chapter 8.
๐บ๏ธ Mission Adjustments
- Welcoming Mission: Gates now open when taking off.
- Improved goal mechanics and gate indicators.
๐ Bug Fixes
- Fixed issues with cannon shots passing through objects, trophy timing, UI inconsistencies, and ship layout saving.
- Improved pause menu behavior, component purchases, and background layer positioning.
- Fixed garage ship preview, engine fire flickering, fuel refill menu, and ranking display.
v0.3.12
2024-10-06
๐ฎ User Interface (UI) & UX
- Garage and ship selection are now quickly accessible during gameplay.
- Improved controller support with better navigation and button icons.
- Several translation texts updated and corrected, including mission names.
- Various other minor improvements to streamline the user experience.
โน๏ธ Notes
- This version focuses on improving ease of use and resolving small issues to enhance the overall experience.
v0.3.11
2024-08-20
๐ Localization
- Added support for German and English languages.
๐ฐ๏ธ Gameplay Improvements
- Projected flight path of the ship is now displayed.
- Ship now reacts with a more bouncy behavior for improved feedback.
- Contextual input hints are shown at the start of a level based on the current platform.
- When fuel is empty, the ship is stunned, or damaged, an overlay is shown instead of opening the menu.
- Various smaller improvements throughout the game.
๐ Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where the A button on gamepads sometimes failed to launch the ship.
- Fixed missing mouse cursor after running a mission from the editor.
- Several other minor bugs resolved.
v0.3.10
2024-06-24
๐ฅ๏ธ System
- Set OpenGL as default video driver.
๐ฎ Gameplay
- Laps Counter now counts up (e.g., Lap 2/3) instead of down.
- Enhanced visual effect for side thrusters.
- Throttle control removed from joystick — only steering is retained.
- Finish line added to some missions.
๐ฎ Controller
- Shortcut: "Start" button now navigates to Missions in the menu.
- Shortcut: "Reset" button now navigates to Garage.
๐ Menu
- Email input is now optional.
- Various text adjustments for clarity.
- SpinBox added for FPS adjustment.
- Bugfix: Ship dies were not buyable.
๐ ๏ธ Editor
- Tooltips for Tile Properties added to improve usability.
- New menu entry to open the mission folder in the OS file browser.
๐งฉ User Interface (UI)
- UI/UX enhancements across various screens.