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- SANDRIPPER (2619040)
- Event type
- patch note
- Published
- 7 April 2025 - 15:38:02 UTC
- Source
- steam_community_announcements
Just a small update while I lay the groundwork for more workshop upgrades, and the systemic changes needed to accommodate them. HEAT SYSTEM: The engine heat meter now starts off with a lower maximum, but is now expandable via the two movement speed upgrades. This turns engine heat into an expandable reservoir in which some future weapon mechanics will utilize. Because you can now increase how much heat you make, some heat-dependant systems have been tweaked. -THERMOCOUPLE maximum firerate increased. -Basic core dump no longer empties heat reserve completely. Experimenting with an SMG rework that utilizes the expanded heat system: -Accuracy decreases with heat buildup, instead of increasing. -Shield damage decreased (6 -> 1) -Firerate takes longer to max-out, but the default firerate is faster. -Above 66% heat, shots will light enemies on fire while also consuming engine heat. -THERMOCOUP...