- Patch 1.1.0.5 - 15 April 2024
This patch contains bug fixes. FIXED] Fatal error on Windows 11 upon launching the game. FIXED] Sometimes unable to spawn at the beginning of the match. FIXED] Sometimes sensitivity won't save. FIXED] Wrong amount being added after payment for premiums (affected players have been refunded the missing amount) IMPROVED] Menu buttons are now more responsive.
- NEW UPDATE 1.1.0.3 - 28 January 2024
This update aims to improve a few sections in LIGHTNING, including the Map Editor Map Editor Curser not showing on the PUBLISH MAP page Extra meshes show up when loading a new map multiple times Button to hide visible function flags for screenshot purposes Weapons New inspect animation for Karambit Horde Mode Horde Mode: Mutants will get pushed back when under fire Characters New character and voice in radio comms New voice for operators Bug Fix Pressing the INTERACT button in any mode will bring up the Map Editor Rare crashes that happen in Plant-&-Defuse-based modes All the best in 2024 Stay tuned for more intel.
- Improvement Patch 1.1.0.3 - 23 January 2024
New Voice Lines New inspect animation for Karambit Horde Mode: Mutants will get pushed back when under fire Map Editor: Button to hide visible function flags for screenshot purposes Pressing the INTERACT button in any mode will bring up the Map Editor Few rare crashes that happen in Plant-&-Defuse-based modes Map Editor: Curser not showing on the PUBLISH MAP page Map Editor: Few extra meshes show up when loading a new Map
- INTEL XeSS UPSCALING - 6 October 2023
XeSS is the newest upscaling technology from Intel and it has been added to LIGHTNING along with other options such as FSR 1 and FSR 2. Intel XeSS can be enabled for GPUs that support DirectX 12, That's basically all modern graphic cards. To be able to enable it, make sure to disable other upscaling options such as FSR 1 or FSR 2. By default, LIGHTNING will still be using the FSR 1.0 for being stable and less heavy than the other two options. Stay tuned for more intel.
- Intel XeSS Update - 6 October 2023
Upscaling option available in settings (Intel XeSS) Lowered changing direction speed
- Map Editor Update - 16 August 2023
Map Editor has been Added as a beta version. More Intel: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2137090/view/3650783611396996163
- MAP EDITOR is here! - 16 August 2023
LIGHTNING Editor Scratching one more off the road map! Whether you want to re-create an environment or create a new one, the LIGHTNING Editor is calling upon you, with the capability to import your own models, The possibilities are now endless. Share your creation Easily, publish your maps straight from the LIGHTNING Editor and play in it right away with other players! Import Your Own Models The most wanted and anticipated feature for any level editors, LIGHTNING Editor has it. Do you prefer to just make the map in the 3D modeling of your own choice and then importing it in? Done. Do you want to import the 3D models you have and use those? Done. Designers Invitation Pour your love into the creation and see it making its way into the official map pool with your name on it. LIGHTNING Editor is designed to be the most approachable map editor for the FPS genre. No cluttered interface with h…
- JOIN THE TOURNAMENT - 22 June 2023
LIGHTNING is hosting the first tournament using the tournament system in-game as the celebration of the Early Access release! Get ready to join the action and see if you have what it takes to leave your footprint in the first tournament! Whether you are a pro or a newcomer to LIGHTNING, this tournament is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills and compete against some of the best players out there. HOW DO I GET IN? I'm glad you asked! Start LIGHTNING, go to the Tournament section, select the BETA LEAGUE ONE and press REGISTRATION. Can I just watch the tournament? Yes! All tournament matches are joinable as spectators for those that aren't participating in the tournament. When it's time, go to the Tournament section, select the tournament that you're interested in and press ENTER THE MATCH. I'm an Esport caster, Can I stream or cast the tournament? Yes! Please get in touch suppo…
- Small fix - 20 June 2023
Rare crash happens at the end of a match for Bomb-based modes
- New Mode "ESCORT" - 6 June 2023
Introducing the Escort mode. a new mode that will be available for the early access release. one team will try to escort the cargo while the other team opposes them. Escort Mode was announced as one of the PLANNED FEATURES on the Steam page and is now available. Other improvements that will be available for the Early Access release include: Tournament section improvement See what Tournaments you're in on the main menu. Caster and Spectator mode improvements New overhauled voice lines for the character and the voices behind the radio. New map, and general bug fixes. It was a short announcement, Stay tuned for more intel.
- Discord Server & Early Access - 4 May 2023
Join the discord server here: LIGHTNING Discord server LIGHTNING is inching closer to its Early Access release. An official Discord server has been launched where you can join and connect with other players, chat with developers, and get exclusive updates about the game's progress. If you are in the Playtest there is a new update also available containing improvements and fixes to the game. don't forget to share your feedback. Your input will help shape the game. Stay tuned for more intel.
- Procedurally Generated Maps - 18 March 2023
NEW MAP Introducing the new Procedurally Generated map "Cloud", Meaning it's different every time you play. Being an Esport FPS, The different thing about this new map is that the common locations such as the Bomb sites and Spawns are static Instead of being procedural. So they're memorable and having no blind spots for defending and re-takes. "Cloud" is available for all modes except the Horde mode. NEW TRAINING ENVIRONMENT Training map now has a dynamic kill house course, using procedural tech to fully generate the layout, meaning it's different every time you enter the training environment. This enables practicing clearing corners without the predictable layout. This environment is a new addition to the "Training Ground" map. Stay tuned for more intel.
- NEW FEATURES ADDED: New Aiming System and Detailed Combat Report - 20 February 2023
1.NEW AIMING SYSTEM The first new feature is the C.A.R Aiming system, known as Point Aiming in LIGHTNING. Pushing more into the tactical gameplay. Checkout the demonstration: How this new aiming system works? More accurate than hip-fire, best for accurate first few shots. This aiming system pulls the gun to the center in a way that you are looking over the barrel. How is it different from hip firing? Point Aiming is more accurate even at distance. but cannot make the hip-firing obsolete. POINT AIMING Pro: Very accurate for the first few shots. No Zooming, maintains your perspective. Better view of your perspective. Cons: Loses accuracy fast after a few shots. Reduced walk speed. No leaning to sides. HIP-FIRE Pro: Can maintain the recoil for long rapid firing. No effects on walk speed. No limits to leaning. Cons: First few shots aren't as accurate. Could Potentially block viewing a porti…
- PLAYTEST IN EU - 1 February 2023
Playtest is LIVE in EU! Accepting participants from the EU and neighboring regions PLAYTEST DETAILS STARTING DATE Feb 1st 2023 5 PM GMT ENDING DATE To Be Announced CURRENTLY LIVE REGION US - North America EU - DE NEXT PLANNED REGION South East Asia Anyone with a playtest key is able to get access regardless of the region. A reminder that Playtest will undergo per region, meaning the initial playtest will be live in one region before expanding to another. PLAYTEST REGIONS Initial Region US Expanding to Regions EU MENA INDIA ASIA EAST JPN Make sure to Request Access from the LIGHTNING steam page to register for the playtest. Please use discussion forums for any questions, reporting bugs, making suggestions. Support email is also available for any Inquiries: [email protected] Stay tuned for more intel.
- PLAYTEST IS LIVE - 11 January 2023
Playtest is LIVE! Accepting participants from the North America region. Please keep in mind to report any encountered issues. PLAYTEST DETAILS STARTING DATE Jan 11th 2023 5 PM EST ENDING DATE To Be Announced CURRENTLY LIVE REGION US - North America NEXT PLANNED REGION EU Anyone with a playtest key is able to get access regardless of the region. Confidential limitation for the Playtest Recorded Video: You are free to make video content off the playtest gameplay only. Live Streaming: No limitations for showing the playtest footage. Recorded Live Streaming: Footage of the previously-live-stream may remain online for 3 days. A reminder that Playtest will undergo per region, meaning the initial playtest will be live in one region before expanding to another. PLAYTEST REGIONS Initial Region US Expanding to Regions EU MENA INDIA ASIA EAST JPN Make sure to Request Access from the LIGHTNING stea…
- PLAYTEST STARTING - 10 January 2023
Get ready for the Playtest! PLAYTEST DETAILS STARTING DATE Jan 11th 2023 EST 5 PM TESTING REGION US - North America Anyone with a playtest key is able to get access regardless of the region. A reminder that Playtest will undergo per region, meaning the initial playtest will be live in one region before expanding to another. PLAYTEST REGIONS Initial Region US Expanding to Regions EU MENA INDIA ASIA EAST JPN Make sure to Request Access from the LIGHTNING steam page to register for the playtest. Please use discussion forums for any questions, reporting bugs, making suggestions. Support email is also available for any Inquiries: [email protected] There will be an announcement as the playtest going live, Stay tuned for more intel.
- NEW TRAILER - 7 December 2022
Hello and Greetings! Take a look at the new trailer, a fracture of the lore story can also be captured in this trailer. The old trailer was captured before LIGHTNING has an steam page, since then a lot has been improved and added, such as improved visuals, gunplay physics with immersion in mind, the UI and a lot more This new trailer now shows the most recent state of the game that can be played in the playtest. Stay tuned for more intel.
- PLAYTEST REGISTRATION - 3 December 2022
Hello and Greetings! Playtest registration is now open! participate by requesting access. A reminder that Playtest will undergo per region, meaning the initial playtest will be live in one region before expanding to another. PLAYTEST REGIONS Initial Region US Expanding to Regions EU MENA INDIA ASIA EAST Make sure to Request Access from the LIGHTNING steam page to register for the playtest. There will be an announced prior to playtest going live, Stay tuned for more intel.
- Introducing Economy Mode - 10 November 2022
Hello and Greetings! Introducing the main competitive mode, A well-known match for the competitive scene. What is Economy mode? Round-based 5v5, with a focus on tactical play and currency management. weapons and their attachments plus utilities will be bought at the start of each round with match-earned prestige. BASIC DETAILS Any bought Attachments will be available team-wide and also throughout the match until the second half where the team switch happens and everything gets a reset. Attachment accessibility is this way so the actual gun has more weight in deciding a gunfight, meaning attachments will play a lesser role here due to how widely and fast they will become accessible to the team. On the other hand, firearms along with owned utilities will be dropped upon death and will be accessible to anyone else for picking up. Character abilities however limited, are also a deciding fac…
- BETA TEST SCHEDULE INFO - 27 October 2022
Hello and Greetings! LIGHTNING will be released publicly in early 2023, before the release there will be several beta tests. Tests are planned to start per region, each test event will be announced and you're able to participate by requesting access when the time comes. Test servers and events will initially be available for regions: AMERICA: NA US Central EUROPE: EU West EU Central MENA: TR More regions and locations are planned and will be available sometimes after the initial beta test. Stay tuned.
