Hello Riders,
Leaders of Season#2:

• kore [24,436 score]
• JERICHO [22,413 score]
• Theranius [17,473 score]

Graphics

• Added warp-jump effect between world, map and research stages
• Added new 4k backgrounds, nebulas, updated star field
• Added more post-effects

Gameplay

• Added Upgrade system for Elite AI units: they can have random perks and/or passive modules. Updated elite group spawner, so that different units can spawn limited by total elite score.
• Reworked Hyper Boost power to have more ways to deal more collision damage in melee builds. Added Tear-off damage mod to Hyper-Boost module; improved Tear-Off algorithm.
• Reworked Bulldozer module and added 3 new mods to improve damage output of melee builds
• Added Shield damage resist mod when Overdrive is active (combo)
• Reduced starting requirements for all level#1 contracts, but increase requirements for higher levels
• Turned off 'armored enemies' event
• Fixed error occurring when stage portal is created on player ship
• Fixed: Overdrive module should be installed into 2nd special slot when crafted

UI

• Added icons for module mods
• Updated weapon icons
• Fixed: side notification can be rendered in center of screen sometimes
• Fixed language settings loading
• Fixed audio settings save/load
• Fixed mod level in UI
• Added 'Screen shake' configuration to settings screen
• Added fallback screen resolution settings for rare devices