PC Alpha 18 Dev Diary!!

Alpha 18 Dev Diary!!

  • A18 Stable is Out!

    Votes: 2 66.7%

  • <img alt=":)" data-src="" src="___base_url___/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />

    Votes: 1 33.3%
  • Total voters
    3
Status
Not open for further replies.
If I'm looking at the new bridge correctly, we have a new wedge tip (three or four pieces that create a more gradual slope)? One that has a more gentle slope? Is that true and if so, will it be available for crafting outside of the CM menu? I'd love for a more gentle slope so my truck doesn't damage the ramps every time it drives up!

 
If I'm looking at the new bridge correctly, we have a new wedge tip (three or four pieces that create a more gradual slope)? One that has a more gentle slope? Is that true and if so, will it be available for crafting outside of the CM menu? I'd love for a more gentle slope so my truck doesn't damage the ramps every time it drives up!
Click to expand...
Earlier in this thread MM mentioned they redesigned the wedges so they didn’t take damage from vehicles, though if you look closely at the drawbridge video, it ‘appears’ to take damage due to the flying particles as the truck climbed the wedge. This is probably something we’ll need to try before we know for sure.

 
Earlier in this thread MM mentioned they redesigned the wedges so they didn’t take damage from vehicles, though if you look closely at the drawbridge video, it ‘appears’ to take damage due to the flying particles as the truck climbed the wedge. This is probably something we’ll need to try before we know for sure.
Click to expand...
or he forgot about them :)

 
200.webp
 
So what I'm reading is, of you are a good shot and hit the body, it's hard to retrieve them, but if you sick and miss a lot you can suck them up from the surrounding blocks.
Click to expand...
I just tested the spear and it works the same as arrows. You can't suck them up in any case. Reticle must be over the collider and pressing E will collect it from whatever it is stuck in.

 
nice going mechanic.... now i will definitely take the trains. :)
Click to expand...
Seriously? After 3+ years of only suggesting extremely occasionally - trains are finally in Alpha 18?!

I'm quitting my job on my birthday next week! Two big presents from TFP!

(And I promise to not ask for anything else or to ever complain again. Oh, wait...)

(I can't wait to try and land the gyrocopter on one...)

(or put a mine (or Dukes!) on the rails.)

; - )

 
Last edited by a moderator:
Seriously? After 3+ years of only suggesting extremely occasionally trains are finally in Alpha 18?!
I'm quitting my job on my birthday next week!

; - )
Click to expand...
they were going to be available in a19 of the next un-named upcoming game (that we havent started yet) but now might not be. :)

 
Seriously? After 3+ years of only suggesting extremely occasionally - trains are finally in Alpha 18?!
I'm quitting my job on my birthday next week! Two big present from TFP!

; - )
Click to expand...
The only train around here is the A18 hype train. ;)

 
Are there any critical items/skills/etc that can -only- come from RNG in A18?

By critical I mean things like the Chemistry Stations Beakers. While this isn't a perfect example due to PoP N Pill stores; if you have a decent number of Pill stores you're pretty much certain to get the beakers.

Slightly better example would be the Minibikes for Dumb... book in A16. Though since all the new vehicles added in A17 it would have to be something like crafting any vehicle would require a RNG only special part, and then truly horrid luck.

Basically asking if say something like the Workbench (a critical item) now relies on a 'special' bit that only RNG can supply, and then only very rarely. {hope that makes sense}

 
Madmole can we get a video of the damage a Demolisher zombie can do to different types of walls?
Coughs * Please * Coughs
Click to expand...
Its not even done yet, and once a programmer gets it done me and Gazz will tweak the damage and work with testing to get things balanced right.

 
Are there any critical items/skills/etc that can -only- come from RNG in A18?
By critical I mean things like the Chemistry Stations Beakers. While this isn't a perfect example due to PoP N Pill stores; if you have a decent number of Pill stores you're pretty much certain to get the beakers.

Slightly better example would be the Minibikes for Dumb... book in A16. Though since all the new vehicles added in A17 it would have to be something like crafting any vehicle would require a RNG only special part, and then truly horrid luck.

Basically asking if say something like the Workbench (a critical item) now relies on a 'special' bit that only RNG can supply, and then only very rarely. {hope that makes sense}
Click to expand...
Its not too hard to find things you need, but I only have one beaker with 49 hours of game play so far. You can buy whole workstations from traders if they have them, so eventually you should get about everything you need one way or another. I found a POI with 3 of 4 working workstations. I was tempted to move in, but I had a few at that point and my base was coming along. Here it is now:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1161095956491714560
 
Its not too hard to find things you need, but I only have one beaker with 49 hours of game play so far. You can buy whole workstations from traders if they have them, so eventually you should get about everything you need one way or another. I found a POI with 3 of 4 working workstations. I was tempted to move in, but I had a few at that point and my base was coming along. Here it is now:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1161095956491714560
Click to expand...
Seriously?? That is a frickin -awesome- looking base MM! :thumb: & good news on the critical fiddly bits, thanks!

 
Its not too hard to find things you need, but I only have one beaker with 49 hours of game play so far. You can buy whole workstations from traders if they have them, so eventually you should get about everything you need one way or another. I found a POI with 3 of 4 working workstations. I was tempted to move in, but I had a few at that point and my base was coming along. Here it is now:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1161095956491714560
Click to expand...
That base is looking absolutely fantastic! Mind if I move in? Lol I see that someone else has a talent for painting, and exquisite taste as well. :applause: I'm digging what you did with the arches, stairs, and mini gardens. Cannot wait for the new shape menu!

 
Its not too hard to find things you need, but I only have one beaker with 49 hours of game play so far. You can buy whole workstations from traders if they have them, so eventually you should get about everything you need one way or another. I found a POI with 3 of 4 working workstations. I was tempted to move in, but I had a few at that point and my base was coming along. Here it is now:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1161095956491714560
Click to expand...
Wow, that's so nice looking ! Im jealous. :moody:

I only get as creative... well... in creative mode. :concern:

Without blueprints, having to hit a misplaced block for an hour,

I tend to only build ugly yet functional and cost effective towers.

Hopefully someday, if/when some sort of blueprints will be added,

ill feel more comfortable releasing my creative builder side in a no cheats game.

looking forward to try the new shape menu.

beautiful design MM. kudos :applouse:

 
Last edited by a moderator:
Status
Not open for further replies.
Back
Top