Log - 03/13/22

Notes: 

• This is a massive update, in this build includes 2 more weapons, 72 different command line inputs,  bug fixes to enemies, Explosions, player impact, more options, much more. I had this sucker running at 4K resolution between 60-100 FPS 60Hz monitor.

Changes/Additions

• More sounds added for player underwater.
• Sound for wall traps was changed.
• Some wall traps needed to be pulled off wall.
• Built rocket launcher model that is animated to reload 4 times.
• Two small micro missiles that spiral around the primary rocket.
• Grenade Launcher that shoots timed grenades.
• Explosive nuclear barrels.
• Enhanced Command console by pressing "back quote".
• Visual appearance of the weapons when using FOV
• Turn off rain/environmental effects in options
• Better auto aim that doesn't cause performance lag.
• All options are accessible through console commands.
• Super user (debug) sub commands implemented (Dev Only).
• 72 different console commands now.
• New crane system in the new  large lava room.
• Added more reflection probes to level.
• More blood effects when gibbing enemies.
• Player Impact/blowback system.
• Lock Y Axis option added.
• Bump map textures were updated to most materials.
• Increased explosive range.
  
• Made the background of pause menu darker to read text and blur out game background UI.
• Added actual armor Icons based on what armor was obtained.
• Added “HZ” to FPS display.
• Changed the skin color of the player arm.
• Air control toggle added to options.
• Speed up player movement strafing, walking, running.
  
• Fixed the footstep sounds to match if player is running.
• Adjusted player damage tilt.
• Changed player UI flash sprites.
• Pickup Items now have a Rigidbody with gravity.
  
• Added a new Logo intro to game boot.
• Added a new game intro similar to Quake II for N64. (no enemies yet)
• New Virvius Title screen.
• Removed old Virvius logo.
• Enemies can now access moving platforms or connected links.

[Bug Fixes]

• Character Controller could get stuck on small dips between the connection of rooms.
• Enemies needed to engage the player quicker.
• Gibs needed to be toned down to be more rare with weapon kills.
• Minigun barrel did not spin down.
• Options volume was currently broken, values are set to 0 but show 50%.
• Cage Z-fighting in boiler room bridge.
• Sounds for traps needed to be changed.
• Waterfall effect appeared underwater.
• Minigun sound needed to be changed (still not perfect)
• Fixed issue with UI version 2, health & armor not applying color when power active.
• Fixed issue with gain, lift & gamma values not being correct.
• Fixed issue with contrast & saturation not adjusting to percentage.
• Fixed issue with player bobbing being jittery on slopes.
• Fixed issue with resolution not displaying correct screen dimensions.
• Moved key icons out of the way of message text. (except UI version 3)
• Fixed problems with enemy engagement to player and movement.

[Issues/Problems]

1. Rain appears underwater.
2. Impact from explosions/din enemy can be too strong.
3. Player can blast themselves out of the level with grenades/rockets
4. Din enemy can be too strong to kill.
5. Grenades stick to walls/low gravity.
6. The player can walk on gravel and sounds still play metal footsteps.
7. Enemies will not engage player if behind them.
8. UI Version 3 still has keys in corner that UI text overlaps.
9. Enemies travel through Nav Mesh Links way too fast.

[Planning]

• Add make more weapons (2 left).
• Add more enemies.
• Make a mini boss.
• Finish Sector 3.
• Finish the Level Ending area.
• Add level transitioning (need more levels built).
• Build the Rail gun
• Build the MSigma X800
• Build a terrifying skeleton enemy with a melee weapon that charges player.
  
• Build a bigger, tougher grenade launcher grunt to fire grenades.
• Build a flying specter enemy that fires projectiles
• Add Anti-Aliasing to options menu.