Hi Everyone,
This latest version brings an important update to Vector36 by introducing a new ECU system!

The new ECU system removes the previous 2 ECU's; Storm and Atom, and creates a new unified and completely customizable platform. Gone are the days where you don't know what ECU does what, and welcome a completely custom and hopefully intuitive control scheme.

New ECU features:

• Completely customizable
• 3 Total Parameters
• Up to 8 Lift Vectors supported
• 4 inputs ( Horizontal, Vertical, Rudder, Thrust )
• 2 outputs ( Pitch, Power )
• Mirror Copy and Reset to Default.
• Automatic Banking (Detects Drift)
• Multi-directional Automatic Braking (Stops Skimmer, even going sideways!)
  

Here's how it works:
If you have an existing skimmer, you will get to keep your old ECU in your Skimmer until you choose to upgrade. All new Skimmers come with the new ECU, but when you choose to upgrade, go into the store and buy it (it's the only one there).

Your skimmer will be automatically configured to use the new ECU as a baseline. Fly as you would if you utilized a Storm ECU.

When you have the courage to customize your own scheme, go into the garage, and under the ECU filter, you will see the advanced button. Click that to begin. Hover your mouse over each of the advanced icons to bring up that component's settings.

I will be increasing the functionality and range of the new ECU over time, but please tell me what you think of this version.

Other improvements to this build:

• New Practice Mode ( no AI, and no damage!)
• Improved and Optimized Skimmer Physics
• Slightly Improved UI
• Blackouts for High G's and Spinning (Anti-Nausea for VR)
• Other Minor Tweaks.
  

Known Issues:

• Store Skimmer Sale will sell all shared parts.
• Tournament Panel sometimes doesn't recognize correct Skimmer tier.
• Controller schemes still sometimes delete.
• UI moved by controller still a bit chaotic. (I would just use the mouse)
  

Thanks and keep sending me your thoughts, especially on the new ECU.
Remember if you like the game to give it some good feedback on the store page.
-Ryan

[ 2016-01-25 03:58:14 CET ] [Original Post]