Keplerth Development Update: New Features and Version Breakdown
In an exciting announcement, the development team behind Keplerth has unveiled a new approach to their upcoming content updates. Originally slated for a single major release in the next 2-3 months, the team has decided to split the upcoming version into four distinct updates. This decision aims to enhance player engagement and provide more frequent opportunities for feedback and testing new features.
The team encourages players to actively participate in the testing phase and share their thoughts on the new developments. Communication channels have been established for feedback, including dedicated forums on Steam, email contact at [email protected], and engagement via Twitter at @Keplerth_Taro.
Highlights of Version 1.1.4817 Update
The latest update introduces several new features, including:
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Friendly NPCs and Trading System: Players can now interact with basic AI-controlled NPCs, facilitating trading for resources. A new currency, "Coins," has been introduced, alongside various new outfits and items. Merchant NPCs will refresh their inventory regularly, adding more depth to the trading experience.
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Difficulty Levels: Players can now select from three distinct difficulty modes:
- Casual: A beginner-friendly experience where players retain their items upon death.
- Classic: The traditional Keplerth experience, with items dropped upon death.
- Hardcore: A challenging mode with permadeath mechanics.
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Quality of Life Improvements: The update also adds new display information, such as survival days and current floor levels, enhancing the gameplay experience.
Adjustments and Fixes
Numerous adjustments have been made, including expanded skin color options for races, crafting changes, and adjustments to item drops. Notably, the durability of tools has been increased, and the mechanics for sleeping and respawning have been refined for better user experience.
Additionally, various bugs have been addressed to ensure smoother gameplay, such as issues with item pickups and map visibility.
In summary, the Keplerth development team is committed to improving player experience through structured updates and community involvement. Players can look forward to the new features and adjustments as they continue to shape the game’s evolution.
Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t hesitate to share your feedback! Enjoy the new content!