This is, by no means, a regular update, but since the bbooru.fun domain expired after we acquired their site; downloading mods from the old fetch URL no longer works.

THE NEW MODS MENU IS CURRENTLY VERY BUGGY

We believe having a slightly buggy menu is better than having downloads that do not work at all, so for now, I'm pushing this patch. However, we'll quickly fix all of the small annoying bugs in the next regular update and make it a lot more intuitive to use. I'll also be updating tags and aliases to make it easier to find the mods you're looking for and a way to find mods by creators and by the title of the mod. Included with the improved mod browser, we'll also be getting ready to implement the ability for mod creators to add cutscenes. This update will allow for full storytelling experiences and custom campaigns to be played and shared amongst players.

[ 2024-11-13 02:22:36 CET ] [ Original post ]

Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween! This is our first-ever seasonal update for Beat Banger, and we plan to do more like this! No gameplay elements have been changed, but some of the scenes have been decorated, along with some sound design changes! On top of the spooky theme, there are also a few minor UI improvements. Our next prerogative is getting volume 2 started so we can get the levels out much faster than we got Dawna's level out for volume 1 So keep your eyes open for updates, and check out the development channel on our Discord to see what's happening daily!

Additions

Added shop SPOOKY Halloween theme
Added seasonal UI elements
Added seasonal music
Added game over captions
Added sound effects to KonamiComponent
Added accuracy effects on the score screen
Added `Seriously?` Achievement

Fixes

Fixed Konami code signal in theater
Fixed gallery navigation logic
Fixed gallery start timer bug
Fixed sound stopping on the GameOver screen

Changes

Updated locale
Updated achievement unlock visuals

[ 2024-10-25 02:19:28 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 42

Dawna Release

Dawna's level is finally out! I know it's been long awaited but she's here.

This means the next we'll be working on the levels for Volume 2! We still have more story to tell as we dive into more of a slice of life vibe with the Beat Banger crew.

Level editor

The level editor is getting substantial attention put towards it in an attempt to make modding even easier. The latest development is the addition of an image trimmer / video editor that you can use to take any piece of media and turn it into a loopable Sprite sheet capable of being used in your mods!

Revamped SFX

Level sound effects have been improved. You can now cycle through multiple files rather than being restricted to one, which should allow for more variation when it comes to foley in your levels. We've also partially implemented this into the main levels as well and we'll continue to improve upon the sound design in the game.

Changelog

Additions

Added Dawna
Added Dawna gallery images to shop
Added staring achievement
Added ambient sound in the "extras" scene
Added 1.5x speed multiplier
Added No Beat Bar Modifier
Added image sequence editing to the level editor
Added playback buttons to the image trimmer
Added new cutscene music

Deletions

Removed "note_offset"
Removed unused sketches from the data folder
Removed unused XMP files

Fixes

Fixed header formatting in patch notes
Fixed Claire's name missing in the post-Gale cutscene
Fixed level editor escape menu bug
Fixed scene viewer indexing bug

Changes

Updated Cathy's level sounds
Updated Zoe's level sounds
Updated main menu wallpaper images

[ 2024-10-03 23:13:40 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 41

New Outfits For Jasmine

Jasmine has some new outfits available in the store. The outfits previously unlockable via an Easter egg can now be purchased directly with the points you gain from beating levels. A lot of other previously unavailable content is now available in the shop!

New Modifiers Menu

The modifier menu has been moved out of the escape menu and is now available when selecting difficulties; this allows for cleaner code And a nicer user interface!

More Money Per Level

You'll now get 10x the amount of money you usually receive for beating a level; this will allow you not to repeatedly replay levels to unlock all of the items in the shop. We've also updated the prices of all of the items in the shop to balance out the economy. :O

Additions

Added new outfit for Jasmine (Beat Banger)
Added new outfit for Jasmine (Skull Bikini)
Added more general shop items
Added miss forgiveness timer to NoteDetector
Added fullscreen toggle ( F11 or Alt + Enter )
Added pattern background support
Added progress bar to level
Added 1.5x note speed modifier
Added ambient sounds in extras scene
Added `help` Command to console
Added 360 FPS to options

Deletions

Removed top border in level editor

Fixes

Fixed ghost notes in autoplay
Fixed delete key not deleting all selected notes
Fixed Dawna Face Sit missing earring
Fixed copy/paste mod link installation not working
Fixed BPM of legacy songs in sound test

Changes

Moved modifiers menu to Difficulty Select
Increased level payout x10
Improved Gallery navigation
Updated Shop Prices
Updated Reward for staring at Jasmine's Titties in the gallery
Updated modifiers menu visuals
Updated hardcore mode indicator
Updated sound test to remember chosen song on startup
Updated Cathy Forskin Animation
Updated Some Cathy Level SFX
Updated Some Zoe Level SFX
Updated Some Gale Level SFX
Updated patch notes screen
Updated extras menu background

[ 2024-09-18 01:06:03 CET ] [ Original post ]

v40 Hotfix

Quick hotfix.

Deletions

Removed top border in level editor

Fixes

Fixed unlock condition labels for Dawna's gallery images
Fixed typo in Legacy Dinosaur title
Fixed double note in Gale's expert chart
Fixed persistent level editor preview timestamp bug

Changes

Updated Dawna's animations

[ 2024-08-02 00:31:42 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 40

Thanks to our new workflow, many of the quality-of-life fixes and feature requests you guys have been making on our canny page are being met. This build contains many visual improvements and fixes some annoying bugs that have popped up here and there.

Additions

Added heart refill functionality and audio
Added stars to the game scene
Added new achievement images
Added Dawna's images to the gallery
Added in-game sound variations (Currently only on Zoe and Claire)
Added hands-free requirement label on difficulties
Added support for loading WEBP images

Deletions

Removed unused .xmp files from game data
Removed mipmap generation from gallery images for performance
Removed sound from scene viewer temporarily (Caused Crash)

Fixes

Fixed null reference error that caused crashing on levels with hold notes
Fixed preview timestamp for non-mod levels
Fixed level editor preview feature soft-locking the game
Fixed create mod button not appearing
Fixed console crashing on close
Fixed muffled audio after falling a level
Fixed mod browser overlapping prompt text
Fixed glitchiness when entering the level editor
Fixed note visuals in hands-free mode
Fixed effects layer functionality

Changes

Updated Tank Top subtitle in Shop scene
Updated In-Game UI
Updated mouse mode in-game to hidden
Updated achievement scene
Updated Zoe and Claire's Level SFX
Updated default image weights on Main Menu
Jasmine's Piercing outfit is now unlockable

[ 2024-08-01 01:11:40 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 39

Many of the changes to version 39 are Visual and performance improvements. But rest assured that the final level of volume one is being worked on and inching closer to completion. Our pipelines have been revised, and we've released more development builds than ever, allowing our patrons to help us find bugs more quickly and efficiently.

Better bug reporting and feedback

I'm happy to announce that we've moved our bug-reporting system to Canny! This will allow you to report bugs, request features, and have other players vote on them so we can properly prioritize what you guys want! We've replaced the URL in the game, so if you guys have any feature requests or bugs you would like to report or let us know about, please post them on our Canny page and vote on them. https://bunfan.canny.io/

Additions

Added ability to delete mod packs

Added collections icon to extras menu

Added `version -d` command

Added `dawna_handjob` animation color

Added `dawna_blowjob.png`

Added dev snapshot information to console logs

Deletions

Removed gradient from level editor

Fixes

Fixed game remaining paused when going back to the main menu

Fixed Volume 2 missing file warnings

Fixed crash on Cathy's export level (NEEDS MORE TESTING)

Changes

Better shop item visibility on Steamdeck

Improved loading bar visibility on Steamdeck

Changed the way the debug info menu opens (Hold Q & E)

Changed report a bug link to the canny page

Updated PauseMenu UI

Updated Collection scene

Updated Cathy's expert chart

[ 2024-07-17 22:49:31 CET ] [ Original post ]

3.7 Small Hotfix #1

Fixes

Fixed Gale's missing cowgirl animation
Fixed Gallery Z-index errors

[ 2024-06-19 21:30:34 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.7 - Shop Update + Dawna Progress

Sorry for the wait. It's been a little tricky to get used to the new swing of things now that our art pipeline is different and with the addition of merchandise. It's been a journey figuring out how to time manage everything. But now we're steadily settling into a more stable workflow, and we should be able to get future updates out semi-monthly as planned. This update is relatively small, but it paves the way for us to add some planned features, such as the Gachapon feature And the ability to remove Jasmine's clothes

The Shop Has A New Look

The shop has been updated to be more compact and readable on the steam deck. We've reverted the category menu controls back to using the left and right arrows on your keyboard, and the Q and E keys will now change which section of the shop is focused. This change will allow you to access the ability to change Jasmine's outfit and will allow you to access the Gachapon system! Jasmine's outfit variants are in the game files but are not unlockable yet. Expect an update on that in a few days. The Gachapon system will come later as it is more complex.

Merch Launch

We've officially launched our character standee merch line. As of posting this announcement, most of the standees Are already sold out, but we'll be restocking soon, so please keep an eye out on our store page at https://store.bunfan.com/

Dawna Progress

We're slowly but surely developing our new animation pipeline. Dawna's level is making good progress, so we'll soon be putting the draft up for the level in the game for patrons to test, and then the finalized version in the main game soon after!

Additions

Added Jasmine's Outfit Menu
Added Gachapon Machine

Fixes

Fixed shop camera zoom
Fixed crash on the last level transition (By Doodle Surface)

Changes

Updated the Shop Background
Updated the Shop UI
Updated the Shop Controls (Use Q and E to change sections)
Changed powerups to be consumable

[ 2024-06-19 15:54:02 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.531

Hold Notes

You asked for it, and now it's here! The note type framework has been updated to include Hold and Bomb notes and simplified to include new note types in the future! These are also available to put in your mods using the in-game level editor!

Level Editor Updates

The level editor has been updated to include the new note types. We've also added quality-of-life functionality, such as previewing your level from the editor's current timestamp. Testing your level will change the pause menu to include a "Return to editor" button, allowing you to switch between the editor and the preview easily! Some other small bug fixes are also included.

A Shift In Gears

The original Artist and Animator for Beat Banger, Komdog, will no longer be doing any drawn artwork or animation for the game. As we shift to new talent, please give a bit of time to get everyone trained and up to the quality standard and style that Beat Banger currently has. Dawna's Level is still being prioritized, and we plan to continue the game's story into volume 2.

Additions

Added x1.5 speed modifier
Added 'Clear Save' functionality
Added 'Clear Stats' functionality
Added Hold Notes
Added Hold Notes support to the level editor
Added Bomb Notes
Added Bomb Notes support to the level editor
Added ESC menu to Level Editor
Added Level Editor: Save and Test mode
Added Level Editor: preview at current timestamp
Added Level Editor: Note copy (Ctrl+C) and paste (Ctrl+V) to
Added Level Editor: (Ctrl+S) Hotkey to save
Added Level Editor: (Alt+H) Hotkey for Hold Notes
Added Level Editor: (Alt+B) Hotkey for Bomb Notes
Added Level Editor: Save notification to level editor

Fixes

Fixed Jasmine's voice not getting muffled when hitting ESC
Fixed Cutscene not resetting when exiting through the hot menu
Fixed Scene viewer combining different levels when spamming
Fixed button icons not flashing when input is pressed
Fixed confirmation overlay not showing buttons
Fixed hot menu settings menu change not playing sound
Fixed Claire's animations having incorrect loop SFX
Fixed difficulty node not playing sound when selected
Fixed Scene Viewer Mismatching SFX
Fixed double press bug on the mods menu
Fixed level editor not disabling lowpass filter
Fixed level editor not starting test at correct timestamp
Fixed level editor switching to the last animation at the start
Fixed gradient still showing when the beat bar is turned off
Fixed animation errors on Claire's level

Changes

Better note-detection methods
Changed version number location to console command
Changed Lowpass bus layout
Updated Shop UI
Updated Cathy's Chart
Updated Zoe's Chart
Updated Gale's Chart
Updated Claire's Chart

[ 2024-06-02 20:34:31 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.512 - Mac is Back + Cloud Saves!

MacOS support

Boy, Oh boy. Trying to get this game to function on Macintosh computers has been quite the journey and quite the struggle. But I finally integrated it into the auto ci script to export the game for Windows and Linux. Mac updates should now be coming out regularly, along with the Windows and Linux builds!

Cross-Platform Cloud Saves

On another note, cloud saves are fully functional and should allow you to sync the progress across different computers and operation systems!

There have also been a few minor bug fixes and changes Additions

Added default note speed mods to levels
Added Mac Export Preset

Fixes

Fixed Jasmine's "Skill Issue" line not showing up
Fixed Achievements scene crashing on exit
Fixed scene viewer stopping extras music
Fixed custom music not fading correctly with extras menu options
Fixed Icon override description typo

Changes

Changed ghost notes to look normal
Updated Locale

[ 2024-04-18 07:26:48 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.51 - Scene Viewer Update

Scene Viewer Now Accessable

The scene viewer is now accessible in the game! You can view the animations from the levels you unlocked Without the restriction of having to play the level itself. More features are coming for the scene viewers, such as bpm changes and support for effects and transitions.

Level Speed Modifiers

Have you ever played a level with a high BPM, and the notes were too close together? Well, now you can change the note speed modifier for each level, making it easier to hit notes in songs with faster tempos! You can hit your bumpers on the difficulty selection screen on the controller to change the speed (Hit Q and E if you're using a keyboard).

Sound Test Menu Rework

We've updated the visual aspects of the sound test menu to make it more appealing and responsive to the music you're playing. We plan to update the other menus, such as the gallery and the theater, to be more stylized like this one.

Additions

Added Scene Viewer UI + Sounds
Added Scene viewer to the extras menu
Added Climax Button to scene viewer
Added TSEvents + Sound Loop to scene viewer
Added speed modifiers to level difficulties
Added quit to title screen button to hot menu

Fixes

Fixed a bug where the level creator would not make the temp files
Fixed theater not loading images and audio
Fixed music studio layering issue
Fixed mod packs on bbooru crashing browser if no title
Fixed strings when downloading Modpacks
Fixed button icon scaling error
Fixed prompt overlay layering issues
Fixed parse error on `getlevel` and `getact` console commands

Changes

Updated the Sound Test (Music) menu
Updated Locale
Updated Cathy's level icon
Better HotMenu button layout

[ 2024-04-17 17:02:23 CET ] [ Original post ]

Small Bug Fix Patch - April 4th 2023

Added zip file deletion after mod extraction
Added tracking for "Best Combo" stat
Fixed mod browser sorting not working
Fixed black line appearing in 2k windowed mode
Fixed circle shader hint_range graphic issue
Fixed level select not going back on construction vols
Fixed level editor music not conforming to music slider
Fixed Menu-music and track-preview playing at the same time
Fixed custom music stopping when returning from the mod menu too quickly
Fixed glyph textures not loading with icon override
Fixed ZIPReader not closing on error
Fixed right-click in the editor is not working properly
Fixed open command not working for `res://` directories

[ 2024-04-04 21:18:32 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.5 - Mod Browsing + Input Layout Rework

It's time for another semi-monthly patch. This build has a fair bit of unfinished content, so if you run into any bugs or crashes, please let me know using the reported bug button in the ESC menu.

Mod Browsing

We finally added a mod browser to the game to allow you to play mods directly uploaded to BBooru. Remember that Bunfan staff does not curate any of these mods, nor do we run the site so that things may be unstable for the time being. If you experience any issues when accessing online mods, please report a bug. If you encounter contentious content while browsing, let a Bunfan staff member know. You can reach any of us on our Discord server.

Input Layout Rework

We have changed the game's default inputs for a more ergonomic gameplay experience. We've also added an option to the settings menu that will enable you to change the controller icons within the game to any console type you prefer. You can play with Xbox Buttons even with a PlayStation controller.

Level Selection Flow Improvements

The level selection process for the main storyline of the game has improved. There's a more compact flow to starting a level. Your volume, level, and difficulty selection all happen on one screen now.

Additions

Added note speed multiplier command
Added mod browser
Added player stats framework
Added player stats icon
Added data-clearing functions to the settings menu
Added new controller glyphs + keybinds
Added icon override + New Default Keybinds
Added level selection song previews + functionality

Fixes

Fixed Wip Label Typo
Fixed crash on a volume with no levels
Fixed ghost notes playing loop sound
Fixed construction graphic bug
Fixed Settings receiving input while not visible
Fixed Settings options not maintaining highlight

Changes

Improve legacy level detection
Compressed gallery images for faster load times

[ 2024-04-03 05:23:44 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.492 - Small Legacy Update

I've fixed and changed a few things to improve legacy importing.

Changes

Added legacy ribbon to legacy mods
Added legacy template assets
Added effects layers
Added Legacy Borders

Fixed note input type wrapping bug
Fixed mod converter crash if transition fields are not present
Fixed legacy mod being the wrong scale
Fixed legacy levels starting too soon

Improved multi-monitor support
Increased visibility of mod splash graphics
Changed hud to match legacy levels

[ 2024-03-18 01:41:26 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.49 - Menu Rework + Legacy Levels in BETA

It's the middle of the month, so that means another patch!

Legacy Level Support BETA

We're finally adding the ability to drag and drop levels from the legacy version into the most up-to-date version of Beat Banger. This feature is still in beta, so bear with us while we work out all the bugs! You should be able to drag and drop zip file versions of legacy levels directly into your mods menu to load them. But remember that this may only work for some legacy mods, as we're still working on this feature.

Menu Reworks

Menus are getting updated! No longer will you have to navigate in a black void. We'll soon be reworking the extras menus And maybe even touching up some other ones along the way.

Additions

Added Hidden Notes to Cathy Expert
Added Legacy music to the sound test ( Not yet Unlockable )
Added "Clear" command to console
Added Settings Menu Sub-categories ( BETA )
Added Legacy Level Conversion framework ( BETA )

Fixes

Fixed Lovense crash on connect
Fixed crash on image null (By DoodleSurface)
Fixed a Typo + Zoe / Gale's Achievement indicators
Fixed Ghost note glyphs
Fixed Input Prompt not moving to music
Fixed mod extractor getting the wrong root directory

Changes

Updated German Locale (Added by Stefan)
Updated Sound Test Menu ( BETA )
Updated Extras Menu ( BETA )

[ 2024-03-17 01:48:45 CET ] [ Original post ]

Lovense Crash Hotfix

Fixed a bug where connecting your Lovense device would cause the game to crash

That is all...

[ 2024-03-02 20:49:45 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.48 - Achievements, Stats, and Visual Updates

Achievements and a bunch of other quality-of-life changes are here! They're still a work in progress, so bear with us as we work out all the bugs and kinks.

Stat Tracking (Beta)

Beat Banger will start tracking stats like how many levels you've played to aid in unlocking achievements. These stats only start tracking your achievement progress when we add them to the game's code, So the number of levels you've beaten, for example, will only now start being recorded and stored in your saved data!

Mod Downloading (Beta)

You can now download mods from online! The best site to use for this is bbooru.fun. You can copy the download link of the mod you wish to download and paste it into the mod menu to download. Note that only zip files work with the built-in mod extractor, so check the link you've copied to ensure it's compatible. Dragging and dropping files into your mods folder still works. Use that to download any mods that aren't zip files.

Mod Exporting (Beta)

The level creator now allows you to export your completed mods as zip files! This feature will ensure you always have your mod correctly formatted for automatic downloads and drag-and-drop extraction! We'll soon add more level creation features that simplify modpack creation, so stay tuned for more updates! We've added a lot more polish and visual improvements as well! We'll continue trying to make Beat Banger the best it can be!

Additions

Added beatbanger_console.exe to game files for debugging
Added Achievements
Added Achievement concept art
Added Achievement Unlocking UI Sounds and Graphics
Added Stat tracking for achievements
Added Menu Background
Added support for snapping to 1/3 and 1/6 beat in the editor (addition by SockHungryClutz)
Added Copy and Paste Mod downloading
Added `open mods` command to console
Added Mod Export Button in the level editor
Added Controller Bumper Input
Added more Gale moans to her voicebank

Fixes

Fixed Controller Ghost Note Bug
Fixed sound test music persisting in Level Editor
Fixed Some of Claire's Animation Errors
Fixed Rasterization of the BunFan logo (Fix By KirbyKidJ)
Fixed mod extraction soft locks after errors
Fixed Visual Error on Jasmine Hotmenu_Keybinds
Fixed faulty window bug in start-up

Changes

Improved developer commands
Moved the version label to the hot menu
Modifiers are now locked during gameplay

[ 2024-03-02 00:52:21 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.455 - Save Data ID Patch

It looks like some people's saved data got borked. We found the source of the problem. TLDR Beat Banger was using the name of the current mod pack and the current level to try and locate the saved data; this meant that if you changed the name of your mod pack or your level, then it could not properly access the save data in your app data folder. Mod packs and acts now use an md5 hash As a permanent fingerprint that your mod pack can use to identify its location in your saved data. So, long story short, you won't lose any more of your saved data if you leave the act ID and the level ID untouched.

Additions

Added Cathy Act / Level IDs Added Zoe Act / Level IDs Added Gale Act / Level IDs Added Claire Act / Level IDs Added Dawna Act / Level IDs

Fixes

Fixed modpack level index desync Fixed cutscenes not unlocking after beating a level Fixed crash when no difficulties are valid

[ 2024-02-17 02:30:26 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.454 (Hotfix)

Thanks for reporting the pain points of the latest patch so quickly. I've gone ahead and fixed most of the simple issues that have been reported to me so far.

Additions

Added a "Save and Exit" button to the level creator

Fixes

Fixed Hands-free mode/difficulty screen missing from mods
Fixed menu manager allowing movement input on single items
Fixed Vignette shader bug, blocking level splash screens
Fixed extra hearts not turning gold

Changes

Changed level editor settings field fonts

[ 2024-02-15 14:41:26 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.452

We've got a relatively sizable update this time around. It's more of a feature rather than a level update, but don't worry; Dawna's level will drop soon enough.

More Frequent Updates

Before we get into the patch notes, I want to make a quick announcement. We've decided to increase the amount of updates we push within a given timeframe. Nowwe'll be pushing updates semi-monthly, which means you'll get an updated version of Beat Banger with bug fixes and new features two times each month! These will happen at the beginning of every month and in the middle of every month.

Level Creator (Beta)

Inside the extras menu is now an option to go to a level creator! This does most of the work required to set up a new mod. So, creating levels from scratch should be more accessible than ever. The level creator also allows you to drag and drop gifs, MP4s, and sprite sheets directly into the editor, cutting out the work of finding a program to painstakingly create a sprite sheet in the correct format at the correct size.

Easy Mod Loading

Loading mods has never been more accessible. You can now drag and drop the .zip file of a mod you've downloaded directly into the mods menu; it should do the rest for you! We'll eventually make it so Beat Banger can automatically zip mods you've created to allow other users to upload them to their clients quickly.

There are many more quality-of-life changes in bug fixes you'll notice when playing in this new version, and we've got a lot more coming soon!

Patch Notes

Additions

Added Random Act Record Color
Added Cutscene Creation in Level Editor (Not Yet Accessible)
Added Inserting + Deleting Cutscene shots
Added Drag And Drop to Cutscene Editor
Added Hot Menu Exit Sticker
Added Template song to level creator
Added Konami Code to the Theater
Added level editor audio importing and automatic conversion
Added Level editor loop previews
Added editor asset cache manager
Added Level Creator wizard
Added context menus to level editor assets
Added asset deletion in the level editor
Added Editor Note Selection
Added Editor Multi Note Selection
Added Spritesheet from GIF
Added BPM control and Note shifting in the level editor
Added Level editor note modifiers
Added level editor hotkeys for note modifiers
Added Level Settings menu for Level Creator
Added ESC to unbindable keys
Added Drag and Drop Mod Loading
Added Modpack Loading Validation
Added Mod Name Character Limit
Added WIP label for prompt overlays

Fixes:

Fixed export build not getting template assets for newly created mods
Fixed Music Override, causing Some Scenes To Crash
Fixed Max Combo saving
Fixed Score Screen Blocking Mouse Inputs
Fixed Mop's Attack ( Mop Coming Soon )
Fixed Mod Music Preview Bus
Fixed Mods Not Loading Difficulties Properly
Fixed non-existing asset bugs when creating levels
Fixed Lovense UI elements
Fixed hot menu manager UI indexing problem
FIXED THE FUCKING STUPID NULL STRING THING!!! (don't ask)
Fixed level editor negative selection area bug
Fixed Gallery Vignette bug
Fixed null reference crash in level editor

Changes:

Changed discord link when no mods present
Changed "Acts" Naming convention to "Volumes"
Changed konami code to be exclusive to dev mode
Updated a few of Claire's Level animations
Updated a few of Zoe's Level animations
Updated a few of Gale's Level animations
Updated Mod Menu Visuals

[ 2024-02-15 01:01:57 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 3.34

We have made some good progress! We added Claire's post-level cutscene to the game, along with some quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes that will make your gameplay experience smoother. We have received many requests from players to add a feature that allows them to hide all the HUD elements, so we have added a hide beat bar modifier so you can turn off the beat bar and background HUD. Although the level editor is still incomplete, we have made some improvements, and we hope to complete this feature soon. We will be releasing a few more hotfixes and minor updates before Dawna's level is released, so please keep an eye out for the updates!

Patch Notes

Special thanks to DoodleSurface and SockHungryClutz for contributing to this update

Additions

Added "Hide Beat Bar" Modifier
Added Note Modifiers
Added Locale Support
Added clearer warnings to modifiers
Added unlock condition info to gallery images
Added unlock notification icons
Added hardcore heart visuals
Added score animation when a note is hit
Added Post Claire Cutscene
Added Claire Cutscene Foley + Scripting (Still In Progress)
Added New Theater UI Elements
Added Warning screen skipping (Will make toggleable)
Added Keyframes to Level Editor
Added Modifier Money / Score Multipliers

Fixes

Fixed Ghost Notes not working consecutively
Fixed weak reference SoundManager weak
Fixed animation error on warning screen
Fixed Notes Missed in Hands-Free mode
Fixed Cutscenes using incorrect audio buses
Fixed blank frames and errors when changing animations
Fixed ACT titles going past the album cover
Fixed No Hud modifier not working sometimes
Fixed Horny mode sound crash for mods
Fixed NoFail Mode Removing Hearts

Changes

Changed accuracy text visibility in handsfree mode
Changed bug reporting URL
Changed back-end management of unlocked items and easter eggs
Changed how audio bus effects are handled
Changed Thumbnails cutscenes in theater
Changed Claire's Cutscene trigger point

[ 2023-12-06 21:41:12 CET ] [ Original post ]

3.31 Small Hotfix Patch

I originally wanted to wait until we found more bugs to push out any patch. But some of these minor pesky issues get in the way of enjoying the game, so we're just pushing a few of these small bug fixes and will probably do quite a bit more of these small patches in the future. Fixes:

Fixed error in Jasmine's Hot Menu sticker
Fixed muffled song audio on restart
Fixed Autoplay difficulty de-syncing with selection

Additions:

Added Lovense Support for Thrust and Depth Commands

Changes:

Changed loading screen text when converting files.

If you find any errors or issues, click the "Report A Bug" button in the game's ESC menu. Or go straight to our GitHub

[ 2023-11-06 03:55:51 CET ] [ Original post ]

Claire Is Here + Godot 4 Engine Update!

Claire's level is finally here. Some things will need to be hot-fixed over the next few days since the game is still effectively in Early Access. But Claire's level is ready to be played. Aside from adding this new level, we've successfully re-coded the entire game from scratch in the BRAND NEW Godot 4 engine, a vastly improved version of the engine we had made Beat Banger in initially. This will bring various performance and quality-of-life improvements to make your experience more enjoyable. We've also reworked how global menus function by creating a hot menu accessible anytime by hitting the Escape key on your keyboard or the start button on your respective controller. This will allow you to edit your settings or access essential menus more easily across the game. While incomplete, we have successfully implemented a level editor. At the moment, editing notes is the only functionality, but modders no longer need to download a separate tool to update their charts, and soon, they'll be able to create entire levels without ever having to leave the game. Though this is a public release, We're still in Early Access, so there may be bugs here and there. Luckily, players now have the ability to report bugs quickly by pressing the "report a bug" button inside the game's hot menu, which will take you to our GitHub page, allowing us to, with your help, improve the quality of Beat Banger over time. Here are a few of the changes in this build: Fixes:

Fixed Small Claire animation errors
Fixed Animation durations for smoother loops
Fixed Flashing Line when selecting Locked Disk
Fixed Ambient audio error on Gale's Cutscene
Removed White Dot on Cathy's game_over screen

Additions:

Added Level Editor
Added Claire's Level
Added Claire's Pre-Cutscenes
Added Hot Menu
Added Hot Menu Icons
Added FFmpeg for file conversions
Added support for webm,mp4, and mov videos
Added NEW debug Menu
Added glyphs for Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch
Added NEW Gallery Images
Added verbose logging option to Console
Added Lowpass effect on note missed
Added 16:10 aspect ratio
Added the ability to report bugs in-game
Added dynamic patch notes
Added PS5 controller support

Changes:

Upgrade to Godot 4 Engine
Updated readme
Updated warning screen graphic
Updated Keybind screen
Updated Developer console
Updated background shader
Updated censor shader for gallery
Updated Placeholder Album Cover
Updated Jasmine's outfit
Updated Shop UI (Has Categories Now)
Updated level data management system
Updated Score Screen
Updated Theater Menu
Updated Modifiers Menu
Updated Game Settings (Adding more settings soon)
Changed Combo Meter Location
Changed how menu indexes are caches
Changed how save data is read and used (it's better)
Changed how levels are graded
Changed how video settings are applied

Thanks so much for your patience with this hefty update and continued support. Our next priority will be completing Dawna's level, so stay tuned for more updates coming soon.

[ 2023-10-25 00:28:47 CET ] [ Original post ]

Lovense Support Is Here!

We finally got Lovense support integrated into Beat Banger. To access it, go into the options and click on "Lovense Mode" (Under the Game Section). There will be instructions for connecting your Lovense Devices in the pop-up menu. You'll need to download the Lovense Connect app and ensure your phone is connected to your computer's wifi network. Note: The Lovense API sends POST requests over your local network to communicate with your devices. You may experience a slight delay depending on your internet speed. To fix this, we'll also be working on integrating the Buttplug.io web socket protocol for more accurate and high-speed vibration communication in the future.

Patch Notes

Version 2.92

Added Lovense Instruction UI
Added Lovense instruction images
Added Lovense battery indication
Added Lovense toy icons for Domi and Hush
Updated Game Particles (Patched By Doodlesurface)
Updated missing lovense request headers (Patched By Doodlesurface)

[ 2023-07-15 19:02:40 CET ] [ Original post ]

Gale Is Here and Playable NOW!

It's been about a month and a half since the Steam release of Beat Banger, and I'm happy to announce that we finally released Gale's level. It's been a long time coming, but she's finally here. Claire's level is not too far behind, so stay tuned.

Patch Notes

Version 2.90

Added Gale Animations
Added Gale SFX
Added Gale Chart
Added Gale wallpaper
Added New Gallery images (Gale / Zoe)
Fixed joystick spazzing
Fixed dialogue bug in cutscenes
Updated Gale configuration files

[ 2023-06-12 00:11:24 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 2.892

This update is a bit delayed since we've been out of town. But we're picking up speed and getting ready to release the next major game update in version 2.9! Notice: we've moved our bug reporting from discord over to Github so if you would like to report a bug please [url=https://github.com/bunfan/beat-banger-public/issues/new/choose]go here.

Patch Notes

Added new menu sounds
Updated Cutscene Clapper Icon
Updated Theater Graphics
Updated Lock Icons Animations
Updated Input Prompts Animations
Fixed PS5 Glyph errors
Fixed Pointshop not refreshing
Fixed last note crashing on autoplay
Fixed settings menu not scrolling during level
Fixed Theater Music not playing after watching a cutscene
Fixed Auto notes not working
Fixed level loading times
Fixed Notes somtimes appearing as wrong keybinds

Other Changes

All in game menus are 1.5x faster
All in game menus remember your last selection and retain it
HANDS FREE mode now unlocked after 2 Stars (Skill Issue)
Mod and level selection menu now go back to the ACT screen

[ 2023-05-25 20:47:26 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 2.88

The game has been updated to version 2.88. This build is one version behind the Patreon version. If you would like to access builds early, consider becoming a patron

Patch Notes

You can now access the second gallery image
Added colors to credit names
Added Clear Save to Options Menu
Added Fast Foward to Credits
Added Theater Menu
Updated some credit names
Updated Cutscene Viewer visuals
Updated Cutscenes
Fixed tooltips going away in the point shop
Fixed keybinds not applying
Jasmine has a few more Dialogue Options

[ 2023-05-03 07:39:57 CET ] [ Original post ]

Version 2.87

I want to, once again, thank everyone who reported bugs. You've increased the quality and performance of the game in ways that I could not have done alone.

Modpack Updates

Modpacks are now more stable. Bugs that usually occur when messing around with configuration files have been patched. Mod packs with missing levels will now react more naturally rather than crashing. Now modders have more freedom to experiment with how they want to make their mod packs.

Patch Notes

Modpacks now check if they are empty before loading.
Added Unorthodox key bind symbols (like `period` and `comma`)
Added [R] Retry label on the score screen
Added a few missing descriptions to the settings menu.
Added a settings version variable
Fixed Credits Theme
Fixed a bug where mods named similarly to official levels caused the game to glitch.
Fixed a bug where pausing on the cum scene would cause a soft lock.
Fixed a bug where some transition notes would not be highlighted.
Removed the demo screen from the Patreon build.
Optimized the pause menu
game now starts in full screen by default. (For Steamdeck)

[ 2023-04-30 02:50:25 CET ] [ Original post ]

Day Six Patch

A few more things that went unnoticed popped up and have been fixed.

KeyBinds Softlock.

One of the most significant issues in the game was that you couldn't change your key binds during the game scene. But that has been fixed, and the notes will update dynamically in the level after you've applied the keys.

Logging Function (For Nerds)

By pressing F4, you can now view the engine's output console in real-time. This will make debugging easier for the Beat Banger community and myself. This will help improve the accuracy of locating the root sources of bugs when community members create bug reports.

Patch Notes

Fixed screen transitions not covering the whole screen Fix controller not working in point shop Fixed point shop tooltips disappearing when the mouse moves Fixed text offset on the mods menu Fixed score overriding grade Fixed key bind soft lock Added `fontsize` to commands Re-Added 1440p Re-Added Moans To Zoe's Expert Level Improved Note Visuals Improved Ui Keycap Visuals Changed [Q] keycap color

More Notes

Prologue will now play every time you start Cathy's level. This will be in place until the theater menu is complete. The theater menu will allow you to watch all cutscenes you've unlocked.

[ 2023-04-29 04:52:39 CET ] [ Original post ]

Overall Performance Improvements

There have been many performance improvements to the game so far. We're still fleshing out a few things for individuals with lower-ending computers, but we're doing our best to try and get the game to run as smoothly as possible on every system.

Note Jitter

Some users have been experiencing note jittering when playing levels. This is due to a limitation with the Godot engine. We're currently finding ways to work around this. Thanks to one of our community members named "DoodleSurface," We found a way to smooth out the motion of the notes slightly, so hopefully, it will work out better from now on.

Patch Notes

Added Newcro to UI Credits
Slight Improvements to note jitter
Fixed controller not skipping cutscenes
Fixed Disappearing Notes, Incorrect Enumerator
Fixed Tiny Screen Bug
Fixed Fullscreen Setting Not Saving
Fixed some gallery images showing up pixelated

[ 2023-04-28 01:22:47 CET ] [ Original post ]

Day Two Patch

We've gotten quite a few bug reports coming in, and they've all been patched out pretty quickly. Here's a quick update on what's been changed.

Black Screen Bug

A few users have been getting a black screen when starting the game. I haven't been able to reproduce this bug myself, but I have found a potential solution. It turns out this happens because the Godot Engine doesn't work well with Forced MSAA settings on the Nvidia graphics card. To solve this, I've changed the stretch mode that the game uses. So hopefully, this won't happen anymore, But if it does, please report it over on our Discord server: discord.gg/bunfan

Patch Notes

Fixed mod packs not running if there's only 1
Fixed controller not skipping cutscene
Changed Stretch Mode (Migh Fix Black Screen Bug?)
Optimized screen transition FX
Removed Larger Resolutions
Added settings node descriptions

[ 2023-04-25 23:00:05 CET ] [ Original post ]

Day One Patch

We've fixed some of the immediate issues that could cause problems when playing the game, there are a few more we still need to fix, but please don't hesitate to report any bugs you find in the bug reports channel over on our discord server. discord.gg/bunfan

Patch Notes

Fixed Infinite Money Glitch
Fixed mod save data bug
Fixed Keybinds Not Saving
Fixed Some Credits Not Appearing

Known Issues

Some users get a black screen when messing with game resolution settings.
Some users get a black screen when launching the game.
Certain key binds cause the key text to overflow during levels.
Zoe's Expert level is missing some sounds.

We'll be patching out and adding new content very frequently So make sure you guys stay up to date!

[ 2023-04-25 01:53:23 CET ] [ Original post ]

Beat Banger
BunFan Games LLC

Developer

BunFan Games LLC

Publisher

2023-04-24

Release

Action Indie Strategy Casual RPG Adventure Simulation F2P Sports MMO Racing Singleplayer Multiplayer Coop EA

Gameplay

In the current version of the game, only three levels are available; More levels will be added in future versions of the game. The Available stages in this version of Beat Banger are rhythm games, which reward timing, accuracy, and consistency. The beats within stages represent the “thrusts” your character performs. Doing well in specific sections of the level may reward you with alternate versions of the animations.

Freeplay

You can re-play any stages you've beaten on the level select screen. Try your best to get a high score and get more cash for the Shop!

Modding

Users can easily create mods for the game. These levels can be found by selecting the "mods" button on the main menu. This game will not include any mods natively. Mods can be found on our community discord. Download mods at your own risk!

MINIMAL SETUPOS: Any distribution
Processor: Intel or AMD 2Ghz or BetterMemory: 8 GB RAM
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: 1GB Graphics Card
Storage: 2 GB available space

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