Darker World and New Puzzles

Hey everyone! We’re closing in on the final stretch and this is going to be one of the last devlogs from us, so here's some updates!

✨ New Features & Additions

• Pause & Settings Menu: You can now pause the game with the Esc key! A proper pause and settings menu have been added, complete with cursor handling and input blocking.
• Throwables: Our throwable item has evolved into a teacup!
• Puzzle: The book puzzle is officially in-game! Players can now collect, place, and retrieve puzzle books to unlock secrets~
• New Hiding Spots: A light and dark closet hiding system joins the lineup of interactive objects, alongside new dialogue prompts that teach players the controls.

🧩 Visual & Environmental Updates

• Darker Atmosphere: The world has taken a turn for the eerie. Furniture and lighting have been reworked to create a tenser, more haunting tone.
• Updated Sprites & Props: We’ve added new environment art. UI like the dialogue box, notification UI, and heart icons have also been refreshed.
• Camera & HUD Improvements: Camera movement now feels smoother and less nauseating thanks to better offset handling and deadzone control. Plus, a new flashlight battery overlay helps you monitor your light levels more easily.

👁️ Gameplay Fixes

• Fixed a bug that broke AI behavior when updating detection zones.
• AI events are now integrated with the MusicManager, letting the music dynamically react when you’re being hunted.
• Various door interaction bugs were fixed and doors now open correctly, reset properly after death, and auto-open after unlocking.

💡 What’s Next

Launch soon...?

See ya soon!