Gameplay/Graphics:
- Added some different VFX to bottom portals (you will know when you see them) to make them stand out from the regular portals.
- Improved contrast/visibility on corrupted projectiles and AOEs.
Localization:
- Fixed some formatting issues.
- Adapted the title scroll and ending texts speeds to the length of the localized texts and generally made them slower.
- Updated some texts.
UI:
- Removed some superfluous buttons that snuck into the leaderboard entry details.
- Improved color contrast/readability on achievements.
- Fixed not being able to close windows when a scrollbar is selected.
Saving:
- Added triggering a save immediately after unlocking a new mode, added some safeguards against parallel file access.
Misc:
- Preparing some backend systems for merging with the old leaderboards on itch.
Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your advanced Schildmaid technology and start collecting dangerous projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield runs out and danger time kicks in, you better switch up your strategy fast...
Schildmaid MX is a fresh, new and shiny 2D shoot 'em up in which you pick 1 of 3 ferocious space fighter crafts to wreak havoc on the invasion fleet that threatens your planet. Embark on multiple attack runs and put fear in the hearts of the enemy. The best pilots are immortalized on the online leaderboards!
Schildmaid MX features:
delicious bullet absorbing scoring mechanics;
a friendly difficulty curve for beginners in Jaeger Mode;
instant action and a frantic challenge for veteran shmup players in Krieger Mode;
a true endless survival gauntlet for the most die hard players in Chimera Mode;
a short and seriously spicy playthrough that tests your mastery of the game's mechanics in Sieger Mode;
extra versions of both Jaeger Mode and Krieger Mode that push scoring and survival past their original limits;
multiple secret boss fights that activate via specific player actions and achievements;
3 selectable ships;
numerous loops that progressively introduce new enemies and situations across most game modes;
more than 40 handcrafted stages, spread out over the different game modes;
automatically saved checkpoints after each cleared stage in Jaeger Mode;
online leaderboards with viewable replays and statistical breakdowns;
unlockable achievements and titles for your player profile;
amazingly catchy OST by Ed Tremblay of Studio Mudprints;
optional proper CRT display emulation for a beautiful, nostalgic look.
MINIMAL SETUP
OS: Ubuntu/SteamOS
Processor: Dual Core CPUMemory: 4 GB RAM
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Integrated GPU
Storage: 2 GB available spaceAdditional Notes: Up to date OS version
RECOMMENDED SETUP
OS: Ubuntu/SteamOS
Processor: Quad Core CPUMemory: 8 GB RAM
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: Dedicated GPU
Storage: 2 GB available spaceAdditional Notes: Up to date OS version