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What's coming with the update 1.2.0: new upgrades, new game modes and more

Hey dieselminers! It's been a while since the last update for Ad Fundum was released and I'm still working on the New Game+ update. So, I wanted to share some details about update 1.2.0 with you.

What will this update include?


New Game+


What could be better than starting a new game, saving all your upgrades, items, and most importantly, the profits? Starting over again! In 1.2.0 update, you will be able to start New Game+, then New Game++, New Game+++ and so on. The game will adapt to your mech with each new playthrough. Yes, just like in Dark Souls!

Infinite upgrades


Of course, it wouldn't make sense to have endless restarts without anything to spend your hard-earned money on. After starting a New Game+, you'll unlock infinite upgrades for your mech. Progress has no limits!

New special upgrades


And what is the point of starting a new game if there is nothing new to discover? That's why in New Game+, you will be able to find 8 new special upgrades. Some of them have insane effects!

Finally, there are small improvements, such as:


[olist]
  • Ability to use extra fuel tanks shortly after running out of fuel;
  • New sounds for the treasure detector and for taking damage when your health is low;
  • New visual effects to indicate when the mech is overheating or overcooling;
  • One-life mode for those looking for an even more challenging experience;
  • Option to turn off all story dialogue for those who know the story of the game already. [/olist] And many other minor improvements and fixes to make the game better!

    When will the update be released?


    Everything is ready, but there's still a lot of balancing and testing to do. It should take me 7-14 days to finish everything, but as you may know from my previous messages, I'm quite bad at predicting release dates :) So I can only say the update will be released soon, but time is relative. P.S. I would also like to apologize for the delay in releasing the update. Some issues in my life have distracted me from working on the game and, since I am a solo developer, progress has been halted for over a month. However, I am devoting as much time as possible to improving the game.


  • [ 2024-11-04 21:39:04 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.1.2b

    Bug fixes:


    • Fixed an issue wheretheplayer'scurrentmoneybalancecould be displayedwrong due to incorrect rounding (thanks to Dystopia Dweller for reporting);
    • Fixed a bugthatcausedthe"Continue" buttontobecomegrayed outafterdeletingasave file (thanks to Dystopia Dweller for reporting);
    • Fixed an issue where navigation in the Collections menu could stop working if the player had notfound an Ancient vase before finding any other artifact (thanks to Dystopia Dweller for reporting);
    • Fixed an issue where charging stations at level 7 sometimes stopped working (again, thanks to Dystopia Dweller for reporting);
    • Fixedanissuewhere thenumberof Reinforcementbeamsitemwas sometimesdisplayedincorrectly (and this was reported by Dystopia Dweller too, thanks again);
    • Fixed an issue where chemotrophic plants at level 5 could continue attacking the player even after they left their attack range;
    • Fixed an issue wherethe Automatedair deceleration system couldactivateright before hittingtheelevator platform,even if the playerwaspressingtheS button;
    • The damagedsave check system has been improved toprevent the"Load save" menufrom breakingif the save file is empty.


    [ 2024-08-26 23:33:52 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.1.2a

    Bug fixes:


    • Fixed a bug where at a rare occasion, the map wouldn't fully load;
    • Fixed an issue where the sum ofitemsbought required for the discount inTobias'sshopwascalculatedincorrectly;
    • Dialogue with Tobiasonthe lava level can now bereplayedif the playerskipsit.

    Other changes:


    • Unique commentsfrom Tobiasinhisshop are nowshownfor a longer time toreducethe chance of accidentally skipping them;
    • Added an alternative way togetthe maximum discount in Tobias' shop for the "BestFriendofCapitalism"achievement. With this,you cangetthis achievement ina singleplaythrough withthe"AMinuteofSelf-Love" and "NoAppeals!"achievements. I will keep this alternate path secret, buthere'sa hint: Tobias really loves money.


    [ 2024-08-20 22:21:20 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.1.2

    Hey dieselminers!


    First of all, unfortunately, Update 1.1.2 does not include New Game+, but it is my next priority and will be released soon. Update 1.1.2 took way longer than I expected, but it brings many fixes and improvements:

    Changing difficulty after the game has started


    You can now change the difficulty settings any time. The respective option has been added to the Settings menu. NOTE: Changing difficulty settings will automatically load the last save.

    The English text of the game has been improved


    Thanks to the Steam curator Steel Cathedral from Steel Cathedral's Cuppa Tea Reviews whovolunteeredtohelp, the Englishtranslationof the game has beensignificantlyimproved.

    New special upgrade - Magnetic field inverter


    A new late-game special upgrade has been added. FINAL LEVEL SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler]Not only does it protect your mech from gravity inversion in the final level of the game, but[/spoiler] it allows you to subjugate the power of gravity for your mining profits. With it, you can invert the gravity when you want and where you want. However, this upgrade can only beobtainedif you start a new game afteranupdate.

    Balance changes:


    [olist]
  • The threshold forcrystalbreakdown in level 3 has beenreducedby 50%.Now itismore difficultto mine them withouta vibrationsuppressor oran advanceddrill;
  • The threshold for sea mineexplosionshas been increased by 30%.Additionally, their "charge" decays muchmore quicklynow,makingthemeasier to deal with;
  • Elevator platforms are nowvisibleon the minimap atalllevelsoftheScanningTower;
  • Charging stationsonlevel 7 (the"bunker" level) now display their current charge(thanks to userPreston for thesuggestion);
  • The ThreatAnalyzerspecial upgrade has beenenhanced.Itnowalsoallows you to remove thedarkness in level 4;
  • The hit collider the mech has beenimproved toreducethe chances ofbeinghit byaprojectile when youthink youhave avoided it,or notbeinghit whenyou thinkthat youwere hit
  • Theamortizationability ofmechanicallegs has been improved,allowingyoutofall from greater heights withouttaking damage;
  • FINAL LEVEL SPOILER WARNING:[spoiler]In the final level,thetiming ofthegravity inversion effect has beensynchronizedwiththeAntigravityEngine.Now,normal gravity persists for 25 seconds (correspondingtothe charging time of the engine),whileinverted gravity lastsfor10 seconds (correspondingtotheantigravitationaleffect of the engine);[/spoiler]
  • FINAL LEVEL SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler]Destroyingsharpmetaltiles in the final level nowproducesseveralmetalspikesthatfly upward and downward.[/spoiler] [/olist]

    Other changes:


    [olist]
  • A button to load the latest save has been added to themainmenu. Pressing "Continue" willallowyoutocontinue your lastgamesession. To loadaspecific save file, press "LoadGame" (thanks to user Dystopia Dweller for thesuggestion);
  • Radar sound can now be easily turned onandoff. Thecorrespondingbutton has been added tothe minimap.Additionally, radar sound will play even with themax level minimap;
  • The graphics ofthe"Specialupgrades" button in themechworkshop menu have beenreworked.Thebutton should bemorevisible now;
  • A message about theSeismic Chargecooldownwill now appearif the playerattemptsto use itwhenthe charge is unavailable;
  • An animation of Oscar picking up his father's letter in the intro cutscene has been expanded with new frames;
  • Concrete walls can now be destroyed fromtheoutside if the player hasmetthenecessaryconditionsfor doingso. Additionally, the explosion effects will no longerappearon the wall tilesif the conditions are not met. After all, Oscarknows how to direct the blasts;
  • A warning soundhas been addedwhen the playerattemptsto leavetheMech workshop withthechassisoverweight (thanks to user Dystopia Dweller for the idea).I also added a special effect when the player is trying to ignore the overweight, but I will keep this effect in secret :) [/olist]

    Bug fixes:


    [olist]
  • Fixed issues with sea mines sometimes disappearingin level 4;
  • The system for displaying messages about getting or spending money has beenreworked to fix issues withmessagesbeing stuck orshowingincorrectvalues (thanks to user Gnafu forpointingthisout);
  • Tooltips for hidden items in the inventory menu will no longerappear;
  • TheImprovedtemperature control system special upgrade in level4has been replacedwithasecond instance ofVibrationsuppressor2.0;
  • Fixed an issuewhereswitchesdidnotupdatecorrectly in NewGamesettings (thanks to Dystopia Dweller for the report);
  • Fixed issueswhereinvisible blocksremainedafter destroying one-way gatesonlevel 7 (the"bunker" level) or walls of vaults. Also fixed an issuewhereone-way gate sometimesgotstuck in the middle ofitsopening animation (againthanks toDystopiaDwellerfor thereport);
  • Navigation with gamepad in the exit window and control settings now work properly;
  • Fixed an exploit where the player could reset the cooldown oftheSeismicChargeby reloading the game (thanks to user TW for bringing this tomy attention);
  • Fixed an issue where exit gates in level 7 couldnotbe destroyed (thanks to user raven128.gaming.hq forthe report);
  • Fixed a bug whereplayerscouldn't enterbuildingsif theywere standingintheirarea during an earthquake (thanks toDystopiaDwellerfor thereport);
  • FINAL LEVELSPOILER WARNING: [spoiler]Fixedissueswith air flow appearing underthe playerwhen usingthrustersto accelerate downward with inverted gravity. Also,Automatedair deceleration system now works properly with invertedgravity(thanks to user KellyF. for thereport);[/spoiler]
  • ENDGAME SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler]Earthquakes can no longerstart during the boss fight.Additionally, the playercan no longer to entertheboss area during an earthquake.[/spoiler] [/olist]


  • [ 2024-08-19 01:37:51 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Buy Ad Fundum with 20% off as part of the PixExated Festival!

    Hey everyone, I'm thrilled to announce that as part of the PixElated Festival, Ad Fundum is now available at a 20% discount!
    Whether youve been waiting to dive in or are just discovering the game for the first time, nows the perfect moment to jump in and experience all the adventure, challenge, and fun that Ad Fundum has to offer! The discount is live now and will be available until 5th August, so dont miss out! Head over to Ad Fundum store page on Steam and grab your copy and join the fun!


    [ 2024-07-29 17:00:57 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.1.1d

    Bug fixes:


    • Fixed an issue where some tutorial arrows pointed at the wrong buttons (thanks to the user Supaserrin for reporting this and other tutorial-related bugs);
    • Fixed a problem where the player didn't receive money after a certain dialogue in full tutorial, despite "Prometheus" stating that they would get a cash bonus;
    • Resolved an issue with some dialogue lines in the tutorial not appearing in English localization;
    • Addressed issues with difficulty ratings sometimes displaying incorrect values when selecting a new game difficulty;
    • Vaults should no longer spawn at the same location as elevator platforms (thanks to the user Daniel for reporting);
    • A bug where starting a new game rarely led to freezing has been fixed. If it persists, please let me know.

    Other changes:


    • The new game menu now requires the player to select difficulty before pressing the "Into the Depths" button (thanks to the user Supaserrin for the suggestion);
    • Difficulty settings in the new menu can now be changed with any preset selected. However, changing any setting sets the preset to "Custom."


    [ 2024-07-23 14:18:57 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.1.1c

    Bug fixes:


    • Fixed an issue where the cargo cleanse protocol was useless at the "Meditating" difficulty level;
    • Fixed a bug where loading the last save right after starting a new game led to the map not loading properly.

    Regarding New game+:


    When the game was released, I shared that New game+ would be released in mid-July. Unfortunately, due to the fact that the game required more fixes and QoL improvements than I had originally expected, I was unable to begin working on New game+. However, following the release of Update 1.1.2, which will include additional QoL improvements and some adjustments to the final stages of the game, and which is scheduled for release next week, I will begin working on New Game+. Hopefully, this update will be available in mid-August.


    [ 2024-07-21 13:07:48 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.1.1b

    Bug fixes:

    • Once again, fixed issues where messages about earning or spending money got stuck or the HUD displayed the incorrect amount of money the player had. I hope these issues are now fixed for good.
    • Fixed an issue where the "Press 'E' to enter..." message sometimes appeared above certain menus;
    • Adjusted the 3D sound effect of lava to make it less loud and prevent "duplication" of sound.


    [ 2024-07-15 13:53:40 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.1.1a

    Today's update includes one important bug fix:

    • Fixed an issue where returning to the main menu after running out of fuel could cause a black screen.


    [ 2024-07-13 05:02:44 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.1.1

    Hey dieselminers!


    Update 1.1.1 took longer than I anticipated, but it's finally here. It includes a lot of changes (mostly to the interface), bug fixes and adds the Claustrophobia safe mode.

    Claustrophobia safe mode


    The Claustrophobia Safe Mode is designed for people who experience fear or discomfort due to limited visibility. This mode makes the dark space around the screen almost invisible. Additionally, it changes how darkness at level 4 works, so your visibility range is no longer limited by the surrounding darkness. However, to see ores and mines, you still need to use a direct scanner (flashlight).

    User Interface Improvements


    Added tooltips that display the name of items in the inventory menu. To view the tooltip, select an item or hover your mouse over it.
    Fuel scale has been expanded. Now it will display how much light energy you are getting when you have a Light energy converter installed, and how many seeds are draining fuel from your mech. Relevant indicators will appear in the HUD when you install a light energy converter or get hit by a seed from a chemotrophic plant.
    Added indicators for the availability of Automated emergency repair system, Automated refueller, and Automated thermal stabilizer in the inventory. These indicators will appear on the screen after you upgrade the Shop to the level where these items become available. These indicators will glow green if you have at least one of the relevant items in your inventory.
    Added an indicator to the altimeter to show exactly at what depth you are currently located; The terrain depth monitor now shows the depth at which you will hit the ground, even if it's red line is outside the altimeter's range.

    Bug fixes


    • Fixed an issue where messages about earning or spending money get stuck. Also fixed an issue where the current player's money was displayed incorrectly after buying something;
    • Fixed a bug where air flow around the falling mech stayed red even after the mech's speed had been decreased to a safe level. Now, the air flow only appears red when the fall damage at the current falling speed is fatal;
    • Fixed issues where S-tier upgrades couldn't sometimes be selected with a gamepad. Also fixed a bug that allowed S-tier upgrades to be bought with only 2 out of 3 required blueprints.
    • Navigation with a gamepad in the inventory menu now works correctly;
    • Fixed a problem where the cost of going to the surface using elevator platform sometimes would be shown with an incorrect discount;
    • Fixed an issue with ore and grass tiles on the first level not displaying correctly after returning to the surface with an evacuation beacon;
    • Fixed an issue with the Earthquake Precognition System displaying wrong time left until an earthquake after using explosives or a Seismic Charge;
    • Finally, all issues with simultaneous use of several items have been fixed. The system for their use has been reworked so you can now use several items simultaneously and there is no risk of using the wrong item or using one of them endlessly. WARNING: If you have assigned items to different buttons in the controls menu (e.g., "F" for the first item instead of "1"), those changes will be reset to the defaults.
    • An issue with mines on level 4 occasionally disappearing has also been fixed, although I was unable to reproduce this bug, so I am not entirely sure whether the changes really fixed it. Mines on old maps where the bug occurred won't appear again, unfortunately (or fortunately, for some players).

    Other changes


    • Backup saves will now automatically appear under the save slot when the game in this slot is completed;
    • The effect of explosives on the time until the next earthquake has been reduced by 50%;
    • Added an option to quit the game without saving. To do so, you will need to toggle this option when quitting the game;
    • The graphics of Propeller 6 have been cleaned;
    • Increased the amount of fuel obtained from each glowing plant using the Light energy converter by 25%.


    [ 2024-07-11 10:12:05 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Soundtrack release

    Hey dieselminers!


    I am happy to announce that the Ad Fundum soundtrack is now available on Steam! Dive into the immersive world of Ad Fundum with 17 expertly crafted tracks by Creon. Each piece captures the essence of the game, bringing you the memories of your epic journey through the game! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2678420/Ad_Fundum_Soundtrack/ For a taste of the music, check out "Permafrost", a track specifically designed for chilling, which is now available on YouTube! [previewyoutube=9NmzE66wtH8;full][/previewyoutube]


    [ 2024-07-08 13:01:09 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Demo update

    The demo has been updated to keep up with the latest version of the main game. You can now play the demo on the Steam Deck! I will continue to update the demo regularly to ensure that it reflects the current state of the game. However, these updates will be less frequent than those for the main game, and they will not be announced unless there is a significant change in the demo.


    [ 2024-06-29 09:00:24 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.1.0 - Steam Input support!

    Hey dieselminers!


    I am happy to announce thatthework on Steam Inputhasbeencompleted! Youcannow enjoyAd Fundum on the perfectplatform for the game- Steam Deck.

    And thisis notallthat Update 1.1.0hasto offer. It also includes:


    New features:


    • Added hotkeys for selecting depth in the Elevator menu;
    • The game will now indicate whether your progress will be saved when you exit the game. You will also be informed about what you should do to save your game;
    • Added an item to remove reinforcement beams,eliminatingthe biggest headache for perfectionists.Toobtainthebeamdeconstruction kit,you will need topurchase99 reinforcement beams from Tobias.

    Bug fixes:


    • Fixed an issue where the "Demo End" dialogue would trigger in the full game after transferring a save file from the demo;
    • Addressedissues withsmallclicks and pauses betweenmusicloops;
    • Solvedaproblemwhere the item selector wouldnotclose after game over;
    • Fixed a bug where the sound of text typing persisted after loading the last save.
    • Eliminateda bugthat causeduraniumtostop damagingplayer after usingaResourcebeacon;
    • Fixed a bug where the Elevator could be used to travel too deep without the required upgrades;
    • Fixed an issue where stalactites would disappear after mining the tile above them instead of falling to the ground;
    • Player will no longer get a game over at the end of an earthquake if they are above the ground;
    • Fixedanissuewherepurchasingcertainitems wouldcause current moneytobe displayed incorrectly;
    • LEVEL 8 SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Energy spheres will no longer emit sound after disappearing. [/spoiler]


    [ 2024-06-28 10:31:44 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Open beta update - Ad Fundum is now available on Steam Deck in beta!

    Hey folks! Ad Fundum is finally playable on Steam Deck! It is currently in beta, so you may encounter some minor issues. However, based on the test results, it seems to be working fine. To play Ad Fundum on your Steam Deck, you need to join the open beta. To do so, select "Ad Fundum" from your library, then go to "Properties" > "Betas" > "Beta participation", and choose "Open Beta - Open beta for Steam Input Testing". Once I'm sure there are no issues with Steam Input, the game will be available to everyone. And if you join the beta, please let me know about any problems you encounter.


    [ 2024-06-25 09:17:10 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Steam Input support status

    Hey, folks No patch notes for today, unfortunately, as I was trying to get Steam Input working for the entire day. It's now working in open beta, but there are a couple of catches: [olist]

  • For some reason, Steam Input might not work in the main menu at launch. You may have to use mouse or touchscreen (which should be working) to start the game;
  • I was unable to create official layouts for any controllers except for the DualSense controller. Steam did not allow me to create layouts for controllers that were not connected - I only own a DualSense. I am not sure if it is possible to use a layout for other controllers. I will address this issue sooner or later by asking my friends to create layouts or making some community layouts official (in this case, I will release a guide on how to create "developer intended" layout). For now, you may need to create your own controller layout. [/olist] Thus, I cannot recommend joining the beta at this time. However, if you still want to try the game despite the aforementioned issues, you can join the open beta. To do this, select "Ad Fundum" in your library, go to "Properties" -> "Betas" -> "Beta participation" and choose "Open beta - Open beta for Steam Input testing". P.S. With this post, I actually just wanted to let you know that I amworking on improving the game andfulfillingmy promiseregardingSteam Input.


  • [ 2024-06-24 09:17:29 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.6

    Bug fixes:

    • LEVEL 7 SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Finally fixed a bug where mining ID chips could cause the mech to get stuck; [/spoiler]
    • Fixed an issue where one of the dialogues required for the "People Person" achievement would not trigger. If you think you have called everyone but still haven't obtained the achievement, call Emily for the second time from any location.
    Other changes:
    • On the "Overcoming" difficulty, correspondingmenusnow displaythat the elevatorisdisabled due tothedifficulty settings;
    • The elevator now "remembers" the depth you selected last time.
    Regarding Steam Input support: It is almost done. There are still some critical issues that prevented me from releasing it in open beta, but these are minor setbacks that I will resolve soon.


    [ 2024-06-23 09:59:14 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.0.5a

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed issues with several texts in English and Russian localization that appeared incorrectly or contained mistakes;
    • Fixed a bug with vault gates sometimes visually appearing closedwhenthey are actually open;
    • LEVEL 4 SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Fixed a bug where "fuse" tileswould disappear from the map. Unfortunately, mapswiththe "fuses"missingcannot be updated, but everything should be fine with new ones. Ifyou don't haveanyfusesonyour current map, considerthis asmallsimplification ofthatlevel :) [/spoiler]
    • LEVEL 8 SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Horizontal mining while gravity is inverted andtheantigravity engine activated now workscorrectly; [/spoiler]
    • Fixed an issue where holding the button to use item multiple times would stop working. Hopefully, there won't be any issues with using items repeatedly(butI know that hope is faint :)


    [ 2024-06-22 08:10:51 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.5

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed issues with navigation in Inventory and Settings when using a controller or keyboard;
    • Made another attempt to fix the bug when an item will be used infinitely after pressing several item buttons at the same time. Now, you shouldn't be able to use an item while pressing a button to use another item.;
    • Fixed an issue where the mech would sometimes fall through the ground while mining. There may still be something else that could cause this, but the chance of it happening again has been reduced.
    Other changes:
    • Added separators to money amounts to make them easier to understand. For example, $1000000 will now be displayed as $1,000,000;
    • Added lamps to the "Special upgrades" button in the Mech Workshop menu. These lamps will be flickering upon entering Workshop menu when a new special upgrade is found, reducing the chance of forgetting about it until the end of the game :)
    Regarding Steam Input support: I am still working on it whenever I have time, but there were a lot of issues I had to deal with. Now, as I get fewer bug reports every day, I hope that I will be able to devote all my time to working on Steam Input. I believe that I need 1-2 days more to make a version ready for testing and 1 or 2 days for testing.


    [ 2024-06-21 06:46:49 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.0.4a

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed an issue where the game would freeze after opening several menus simultaneously;
    • Fixed a bug where "flashlight"onlevel 4sometimesstoppedworking on gamepads;
    • Added more checks for the dialogue-related achievements (especially "A minute of self-love") to decrease the chance of them not triggering at the right moment;
    • Elevator platforms and some other platforms are now correctly displayed on the altimeter when "Terrain depth monitor" is installed;
    • Fixed an issue where selected button wouldn't display for some time after opening menu when using controller;
    • Fixed a bug where the premonitions of secret frequencies would still appear even after finding the correspondingfrequencies;
    • Added more safety checks to prevent the situations where an item is still being used after you stop holding the relevant button. However, as I couldn't reproduce the issue, this problem may still persist.
    If you experience this issue, please send me the Player.log file. It contains console logs about your last play session, so I can see which parts of code are broken. Player.log is located in: Windows: C:\Users{UserName}\AppData\LocalLow\Oldbut Gold\Ad Fundum\Player.log Linux: ~/.config/unity3d/Oldbut Gold/Ad Fundum/Player.log Mac OS: ~/Library/Logs/Oldbut Gold/Ad Fundum/Player.log And thank you for your support!


    [ 2024-06-20 06:12:14 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.4

    Bug fixes:


    • Added more triggers for the achievements "Best friend of capitalism" and "Full collection" to avoid situations where you have fulfilled all the requirements for an achievement, but get it only after reloading the game.
    • Fixed an issue where elevator platforms could still be used on the "Overcoming" difficulty level;
    • Messages about spending money no longer get stuck on the screen;
    • Fixed an issue where the player could fall of the elevator when travelling on it.

    Other changes:


    • LEVEL 7 SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Reduced the range of charge stations to decrease the chances of being hit by something off-screen; [/spoiler]
    • Added buttons for buying items x10 and x100 in the Shop (that was an extremely popular request) :)

    Earthquake bugs:


    Fixed another bug related to the eternal earthquakes. This should put an end to the type of bugged earthquakes where the player experiencesendless screen shaking andis unableto visit buildings or savetheirgame. However, the type of earthquakes where the player would be unable to move might still be present. If you experience any bugs related to the unending earthquakes or other bugs that appear to be an issue even after reloading the game, please send your save file to one of these: 1. My email: tech-support@oldbut-gold.space (this is not actually some kind of a tech support email, it goes directly to me); 2. My Discord server: https://discord.gg/v3AaBWmyhq (create a new post in the bugs forum with your save file); 3. Or, to my DM on Discord. To do this, you will need to join my Discord server and send me a friend request (I usually accept such requests within a matter of minutes, if I'm not sleeping). Most of such bugs occur due to a combination of factors that are extremely difficult to replicate, even with a detailed description of the issue. Save files could greatly assist me in tracking down and fixing them. The save files are located in: Windows: C:\Users\{UserName}\AppData\LocalLow\Oldbut Gold\Ad Fundum\Saves (the AppData folder is hidden, you may need to make it visible) Linux: $XDG_CONFIG_HOME/unity3d/Ad Fundum or $HOME/.config/unity3d/Ad Fundum Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/Oldbut Gold/Ad Fundum


    [ 2024-06-19 07:48:42 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.3

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed an issue that would deteriorate the game's performance on some machines. Also, game's overall performance has been significantly improved;
    • Fixed a bug that caused different save files to become locked after completing a game in one of the other saves;
    • The description of "Ore Dust Extraction Module" is now displayed correctly;
    • Issues with getting stuck in a tile, falling through a tile, or not being able to move between two tiles have been resolved (I am using "should be" here because I could not reproduce them after fixing the issue. If they are still present, please let me know);
    • Issues with earthquakes not stopping after returning to the surface or killing a player above ground have also been fixed (again, I could not replicate these bugs after making the changes, so if they still occur, please notify me);
    • A bug where one of two metal spikes would not disappear after destroying the tile they were connected to has been resolved;
    • Problem with tiles appearing incorrectly on level 3 has been resolved.
    Other changes:
    • The settings screen will now close after pressing "Save settings" or "Cancel". Yes, this was a very requested (and easy to implement) feature :)
    • Added descriptions to the S-tier upgrades briefly and intentionally vaguely explaining their special abilities.


    [ 2024-06-18 07:06:58 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.2

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed a bug where the game would crash after trying to refuel/repair when the player had exactly the same amount of money as the cost of refueling/repairing;
    • The issues with navigation when using the gamepad or keyboard in Special upgrades, inventory, shop, and Processing facility menus have been resolved;
    • An issue with one of Mr. Thompson's dialogue lines at level 4 not displaying correctly has been fixed;
    • Extremely high values for "Biggest one-time sale" in the statistics menu now display correctly.;
    • A bug where uranium continued to damage the player after using a Resource beacon has been fixed;
    • Uranium no longer damages the player when "No damage sources" is selected for Custom difficulty. It is also now impossible to obtain the achievement "Uranium Fever" when this option is selected;
    • Stalactites no longer get stuck on the top of the player's mech when "No damage sources" is selected for Custom difficulty;
    • LEVEL 7 SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Fixed a bug that prevented ID chips from appearing on the radar;[/spoiler]
    • LEVEL 7 SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] A bug was fixed where Nathaniel Forge's dialogue wouldn't appear when using radio. This prevented players from getting the "People's Person" achievement. If you called every character in every location and didn't get the achievement, go back to level 7 (also known as the bunker / lab / destroyed research facility) and call Nathaniel Forge. [/spoiler]
    Other changes:
    • Removed the sound of money when mining with the Ore Dust Extraction Module installed;
    • LEVELS 7 AND 8 SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Added "invincibility frames" after getting electrocuted by charge stations and power cores to avoid soft locks. These "invincibility frames" do not protect from damage, but prevent losing control of your mech. [/spoiler]


    [ 2024-06-17 08:37:14 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.1

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed an issue where some money-related values were overflowing when player accumulated more than $2.1 billion.
    • Fixed an issue where prices over $1 million were displayed in full instead of $1M;
    • Fixed a bug where using explosives in the air could cause a new earthquake;
    • Travelling in the elevator at the end of an earthquake no longer leads to game over;
    • Several typos in the parachute description, statistics, and tutorial have been corrected;
    • The "flashlight" in level 4 can now be controlled using the right stick of gamepad;
    • A bug that prevented players from obtaining the "Total Victory" achievement has been fixed;
    • ENDGAME SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Fixed a bug that sometimes prevented Object 62-0 cannons from firing at the player; [/spoiler]
    • ENDGAME SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Fixed an issue with some cannons of Object 62-0 not taking damage from explosives, while other cannons took increased damage. [/spoiler]
    Other changes:
    • Money over $100 million will now be displayed in short (e.g. $100M instead of $100000000);
    • Level 7's map has been slightly refined to reduce the chance of being unable to reach certain areas. These changes will only affect newly generated maps, but you can still access every room in the level, even in older maps, [spoiler] by completing the level and unlocking the use of explosives.[/spoiler]
    • Stick dead zones for gamepads have been increased. If you continue to experience problems with dead zones, please let me know in the discussion forum or my Discord server.
    • The time interval between earthquakes has been rebalanced, so it will be less dependent on mining tiles and the use of explosives. Players will also experience fewer earthquakes in the later stages of the game;
    • ENDGAME SPOILER WARNING: [spoiler] Boss legs now have an animation showing they are taking damage. [/spoiler]


    [ 2024-06-16 06:21:21 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.0.0d

    Another pack of bugs has been fixed:

    • A bug that prevented Cargo cleanse protocol has been fixed (this time for good. I hope)
    • Scanning tower upgrade prices are now displaying correctly
    • Fixed an issue with items overlapping each other when buying new items with all item slots occupied
    • Fixed a bug where moving item to the same slot would lead to its graphics disappearing
    • Fixed an issue with one of the vault completion triggers on level 4 not working
    • Fixed a bug where the discount in the shop would increase with each game reload
    • Fixed a bug with "A minute of self-love" achievement not appearing although conditions are fulfilled.
    • Fixed a bug with "Full collection" achievement not appearing. If you have fulfilled the conditions for "A minute of self-love" and "Full collection", you will get the achievements once you load the relevant game
    • Fixed a bug that prevented the 5th Ancient vase from appearing on the map. Unfortunately, this vase can be found only in the new game


    [ 2024-06-15 07:00:24 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.0.0c

    Update 1.0.0c fixes all the bugs that have been reported to me (unless I have missed some messages. In this case, please let me know)

    • Fixed a bug where the camera still shakes and the saving system breaks after an earthquake ends.
    • Corrections were made to the descriptions of the Expanded items bay and Laser defense system.
    • Fixed a bug that caused the price of refueling to be displayed as -$1 on the maintenance station.
    • Earthquake precognition system now works correctly.
    • Fixed a bug where explosives couldn't destroy bombs at level 4 when the Vibration suppressor is equipped.
    • The text for "Ancient vase" now displays correctly.
    • Stones no longer fall off concrete tiles during earthquakes.
    • An issue that prevented the use of explosives at level 7 after its completion has been fixed.
    • "Tile ghosting" issues in levels 3 and 8 have been resolved.
    • Item limits are now correctly displayed in the inventory.
    • Fixed an issue with the gates to the final level of the game not opening after returning to the previous level
    • Energy balls now disappear sometime after destroying their source, and will no longer clip into ground tiles.


    [ 2024-06-15 01:54:53 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.0.0b

    Another batch of bugs have been addressed: - Fixed an issue where the ground tiles in crystal caves went wild after an earthquake. - Cargo cleanse protocol now works correctly, for sure this time. - Disabled controls are no longer an issue when using the evacuation beacon from inventory.


    [ 2024-06-14 05:56:28 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix v1.0.0

    Fixed a number of bugs:

    • Fixed an issue where the mech would freeze when trying to dig for one of the collectibles
    • Cargo cleanse protocol now works correctly (however it still has a problem with messages displaying incorrectly)
    • Animation of profit counting from selling ore now works correctly.
    • Messages about collected ore are now displayed accurately.
    • An issue with vaults spawning too close to the borders of the map has been resolved.


    [ 2024-06-14 04:08:55 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Ad Fundum is finally released!

    The time has come, my friends!


    After years of hard work, passion and unhealthy perfectionism, Ad Fundum has finally been released! And the release is not the end of Ad Fundum's journey - it's a new chapter in its story!

    So what's next?


    1. Steam Input support


    My primary goals for the first week are to add Steam Input support so that Steam Deck owners can play the game to its full potential, and of course, to fix any bugs and address any issues that will inevitably arise during the first week after the release)

    2. QoL improvements


    Once Steam Input is added and bug fixing is done, I'll focus on some quality-of-life improvements that I couldn't implement before the release, such as buying 5 items at once in the shop, adding better structure to the Special Upgrades UI and so on.

    3. New Game+


    After QoL, I will focus on the New Game+, which will not just be an option to restart the game with current upgrades. I am planning to introduce some overpowered special upgrades that could drastically change the standard gameplay. It may take several weeks for New Game+ to be available in Ad Fundum, but it will be well worth the wait!

    4. Game's soundtrack


    Additionally, great news for those who enjoyed the music in Ad Fundum: the soundtrack will be released in 1-2 weeks!

    Feel free to share your thoughts and ideas!


    And most importantly, I'm always open to suggestions. If you have any thoughts on how to make Ad Fundum better, please let me know! I will listen to everyone and do my best to provide the best possible gaming experience for you, the players! P.S. The easiest and fastest way to reach me is to join my Discord server, it usually takes a couple of hours or even minutes for me to notice and respond to your question there.


    [ 2024-06-14 01:07:36 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Ad Fundum is releasing tomorrow!


    Ad Fundum is just 24 hours away! Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready to dig into an unforgettable gaming experience. Stay tuned for the release! See you underground!


    [ 2024-06-12 23:00:57 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.2.3 Demo

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed a bug where the radio indicator would stop flickering even when the player was called by a character.
    • Addressed issues with navigation in the inventory and shop menus.
    Localization Improvements:
    • Chinese localization has been greatly enhanced thanks to the efforts of the new translator;
    • An issue with some characters in Japanese localization being substituted with squares has been resolved;
    • Additionally, an issue where certain texts did not appear when the Chinese or Japanese languages were selected has been fixed.
    Other changes:
    • The display duration of tutorial texts has been increased;
    • Adjusted the color of the underground darkness


    [ 2024-05-30 19:49:04 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Release date announcement - June 13!

    Hello everyone! I am excited to finally announce the release date for Ad Fundum on Steam - it will be available onJune 13th at 4 PM PDT! The wait is almost over, and there are only two weeks left until you can dig into the game! Get ready to uncover all the secrets that lie hidden beneath the surface! P.S. I will be releasing a small update to the demo tomorrow, fixing issues with the Chinese and Japanese localization. Hopefully, this will be the final update to the demo before the official release!


    [ 2024-05-30 01:32:31 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.2.2a

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed a bug where the earthquake music would continue to play after loading the last save during an earthquake (thanks to the user Maximus for noticing);
    • Fixed a bug that caused the minimap to be activated when pressing the relevant button at the start of the game. The minimap was supposed to be available only after the player had upgraded the scanning tower at least once (thanks to the user Maximus for noticing).
    Other changes:
    • Made the marks on the altimeter scale thicker to reduce their twitchiness on high resolution screens;
    • Decreased the chances of stones spawning during an earthquake in neighboring positions at the same time.


    [ 2024-05-16 18:40:08 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.2.2 Demo

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed a bug where several texts were not appearing in some translations;
    • Fixed an issue where reinforcement beams were not available in the item selector window for gamepads;
    • A bug has been fixed where ore piles were stuck in the ceiling when a rock hit a player in flight (thanks to user Maximus)
    Balance changes:
    • Stones falling during earthquakes have had their damage reduced from 25 to 20.
    Other changes:
    • Reinforcement beams are now visible on the minimap;
    • It is now easier to place multiple reinforcement beams while holding the relevant button.


    [ 2024-05-15 20:54:18 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.2.1

    This is a small update, but it brings a couple of cool new features: 1. Added a new item - Reinforcement Beams. Use them to protect your mines from destruction and stones from falling on your mech during an earthquake. However, they will not save you from the earthquake itself! (thanks to the user Marker for the suggestion) 2. You can now buy or use items multiple times by holding down the relevant button. Bug Fixes: 1. Fixed a bug where the radio did not give you a hint about whether you were close to finding a new radio wave or not.


    [ 2024-05-13 14:24:58 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.2 Demo & Mac OS support

    Great news for Mac users - Mac OS support will be available upon release, and now you can already play the demo on your machines! Update 1.2 also brings important changes and fixes: 1. Added short version of tutorial - now you can play the beginning of the game without those irritating messages from Prometheus! 2. Reworked New games settings menu - there is beauty in the simplicity... until you want to customize the difficulty! 3. Stonefall during earthquakes has been reworked - now the number of stones falling is more justified, but on average, it's higher than before. 4. Consumable items have been reworked - the maximum amount of extra fuel tanks and repair kits in the inventory has been limited. To expand the limits, you'll need to upgrade the maintenance station. Otherwise, with 100 Extra fuel tanks in the bank the game is too simple, right? P.S. You can turn those limits off in the New game settings. Balance changes: 1. The prices of Extra fuel tanks and Repair kit have been doubled, but their effects have also been doubled. This was done mainly to avoid having to press the item button a hundred of times to refuel or repair your mech in the middle and late game. Now, you will only need to press it 50 times. :) 2. The costs of Maintenance station upgrades have been increased to reflect their new effects. Bug fixes: 1. Fixed a bug where the mech would get stuck in the air after dying due to running out of fuel; 2. Fixed an issue with radiowave selector not working properlu; 3. Fixed a bug that caused vault compeltion trigger to be activated too eartly; 4. Fixed a bug where the player entered the shop long after pressing the corresponding button.


    [ 2024-05-11 19:35:44 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.1.1b Demo

    Bug fixes:

    • Finally fixed a bug that caused mech upgrades to reset to default after reloading the game (thanks to the users Maximus and SandBag for their help in tracking down the bug)
    • Fixed an issue with elevator ropes being rendered above the elevator itself


    [ 2024-04-20 09:46:44 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.1.1a Demo

    Bug fixes:

    • Fixed a bug with an earthquake ending too early when the player returns to the base (thanks to the user SandBag for noticing);
    • Fixed a bug with the cargo storage being displayed as empty after loading the game, even though the player has ore in storage (thanks to the user SandBag for noticing)


    [ 2024-04-18 12:48:31 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.1.1 Demo

    Bug fixes: Fixed a bug that caused the "Damage sources" setting to change from "Reduced amount" to "None" after loading the game on the Meditating difficulty preset; Falling from a great height near the left and right sides of the map now deals damage (thanks to the user Maximus for noticing); Empty spaces in the vault will are now displayed correctly on the minimap; Bug with mech upgrades resetting to default after loading save and game crashing after refuelling when you don't have enough money must be fixed by now. However, I was unable to reproduce both of these bugs on my end, so they may still persist (thanks to the users BraveKitten, Maximus and ShadowStepCat for reporting these bugs) Balance changes: Fuel consumption and maximum speed of Jet thrusters 1 and 2 have been increased slightly; Added a cash bonus for finding all the treasures; New resources added during map regeneration after an earthquake will now be scattered around the map rather than generated near the borders in huge clusters. Other changes: Nominal values related to fuel have been decreased by 10 times. This means that although the basic mech fuel tank now has a capacity of 50 L, fuel consumption has also been decreased 10-fold, and you have the same amount of time to mine as before the update. The fuel price has been increased accordingly. Overall, this does not change the balance; it simply makes values more realistic and more in line with the lore (thanks to the user SandBag for pointing out that fuel values are unrealistically high) Physics for the mech movement have been slightly changed to make the mech easier to control and slightly improve game's performance


    [ 2024-04-17 15:16:08 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.1 Demo has finally arrived - Custom difficulty and more!

    Custom difficulty


    The most significant change that it includes is Custom difficulty. Now, when starting a new game, you can configure various aspects of the game to create the best suited experience for you! Don't like the fact that your mines are destroyed after each earthquake? No problem! You can now disable map regeneration. Want to relax without worrying about fuel and damage? Change the settings, and no more dying from running out of fuel or crashing onto the surface! If you would like more options for custom difficulty, let me know in the Discussion section or on my Discord server!

    Cancel mining


    Another addition is the ability to cancel mining process. No longer will you need to watch as your mech digs gold only to throw it away because the cargo storage is full! You can hold the movement button in the opposite direction to the mining, and if you do this before you mined 50% of a tile, your mech will stop mining and return to the starting point.

    Special upgrades rebalance


    The last change is about special upgrades. From now on, finding a special upgrade won't give you money, but it will only unlock that upgrade in the Mech workshop building. However, if you find the second instance of the same upgrade, you'll get 50% off the price of that upgrade.

    Bug fixes


    The update also contains a number of bug fixes: [olist]
  • Fixed a bug with fuel consuming too slowly when difficulty option "Fuel drain" is on (thanks to the user SandBag for noticing);
  • Treasure names in the Collections menu are now displayed correctly;
  • Fixed an issue with the description of Thermal stabilizer not appearing in English (thanks to the user Lancerichy for noticing);
  • Fixed an issue with some texts not appearing in the Inventory menu in Spanish and Japanese (thanks to the user MPV070 for noticing);
  • Resource piles found during an earthquake will now not be collected if the option "Mine ore when the storage tank is full" is off and, well, the storage tank is full. [/olist] P.S. Actually, the update was released yesterday. However, I was so tired from working on it that I fell asleep before finishing this post. Sorry for keeping you waiting)


  • [ 2024-03-19 00:16:13 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Ad Fundum - now available on Linux!

    Attention Linux Gamers! Great news! The demo of Ad Fundum is now available on Linux! If you encounter any issues, please feel free to report them on our Discord server or in Steam Community. Your feedback is important and helps to shape the future of the game! Dive into the depths of Earth today on Linux with Ad Fundum!


    [ 2024-03-11 18:00:03 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.0.7c

    • Fixed a bug that prevented explosives from destroying stone when the cargo storage was full on the "Meditating" difficulty (thanks to the user SandBag for noticing)
    • Fixed a glitch where the message showed that 0/3 blueprints were found after finding the blueprint.
    • Fixed Spanish and Japanese localization in the Processing facility menu (thanks to the user MPV070 for noticing)
    • You can now exit the building menus by pressing the Interact key (E or Enter by default), provided you didn't navigate using WASD or arrows keys after entering the menu (only for mouse & keyboard) (thanks to the user SandBag for suggestion)


    [ 2024-03-11 16:12:16 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.0.7b has been released!

    • The amount of resources generated after each earthquake is now adequate
    • Fixed some minor user interface bugs


    [ 2024-03-06 12:54:05 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Hotfix 1.0.7a has been released

    Hotfix 1.0.7a fixed a couple of serious bugs in the settings menu: - Fixed a bug that was preventing interaction with the game using mouse after applying new settings (found thanks to user Pike) - Buttons "Turn on gamepad shake" and "Turn on radio sound" are now functioning correctly


    [ 2024-03-05 16:41:06 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.7 Demo has been released

    Update 1.0.7 is a small, but important update, which has fixed a rather disappointing bug that caused infinite earthquakes on "Meditating" difficulty. Also, earthquakes are now a bit less random.


    [ 2024-02-23 14:46:29 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Change of the expected release date

    Dear Players, I regret to inform you that the release of Ad Fundum, originally scheduled for March 2024, has been postponed to Q2 2024. As the developer, I'm committed to delivering the best possible gaming experience, and unforeseen challenges have necessitated this delay. I estimate the new release date for the game to be in mid-April 2024. However, this is not the first time that I have evaluated the time required for finishing the game incorrectly. This is why the new release date is so uncertain. The specific release date will be announced 2-4 weeks prior to the release of the game. I apologize for any disappointment this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding. Rest assured, this extra time will be dedicated to ensuring the game meets and exceeds your expectations. Thank you for your continued support.


    [ 2024-02-23 08:55:53 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.6 is released!

    Update 1.0.6 Demo is out!

    • More hints added on how to access vaults.
    • Fixed a bug preventing some dialogues from showing up.
    • Improved UI navigation.
    • Difficulty descriptions are a bit more detailed now.


    [ 2024-02-19 14:01:46 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.5 Demo is released!

    • Fixed a bug that caused the camera to shake after the end of an earthquake and the saving system to break.
    • Improved movement controls using a gamepad.
    • Increased the amount of ore generated after an earthquake.
    • Buttons used to select the next/previous dialogue lines and call characters in the radio station window are now displayed.


    [ 2024-02-11 13:45:20 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Patch 1.0.4 Demo is now live!

    Patch 1.0.4 Demo is now live! This patch adds Japanese and Spanish localization! Also:

    • Fixed a bug that prevented statistics from displaying correctly;
    • Fixed a glitch where walls were not destroyed by explosives from inside after vault completion;
    • Fixed a bug where "Cargo storage is full" message appeared multiple times when player couldn't mine ore on "Meditating" difficulty because cargo storage was (surprise) full.


    [ 2024-02-10 15:57:59 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Ad Fundum - Livestream with the dev!

    Hello everyone! The second stream with the dev will go live on February, 9th at 7 p.m. PST. This time with the dev overcoming his introverted nature and streaming with camera and microphone on) Join me on the stream, ask your questions, and learn some interesting stories about game mechanics and the development process!


    [ 2024-02-09 04:22:22 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Patch 1.0.3 Demo is out now!

    Patch 1.0.3 Demo is outnow!

    • Added "Back" button to dialogue UI. Now you can return to the dialogue lines you accidentally skipped!
    • Improved auto-save logic. Now the game will make saves more often (excluding "Overcoming" difficulty, since that is the whole point of this difficulty - to be less forgiving than other ones);
    • Improved navigation in Workshop UI;
    • Fixed the bug which caused a couple of story dialogues not to play after the game was reloaded.


    [ 2024-02-07 15:16:23 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Patch 1.0.2 Demo is released!

    Patch 1.0.2 Demo is released now!

    • Fixed a when the player's mech didn't receive damage after a hard landing;
    • Fixed a bug with two in-game dialogues not playing at all;
    • Fixed a bug with vault gates closing even after the player completed a vault.
    P.S. Yes, this is the second patch for today. There can never be too many fixes if you are a perfectionist and want to deliver the best experience to the players :)


    [ 2024-02-06 14:29:44 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Ad Fundum - Developer playing demo

    Get ready to dive into the action with the developer! Join me for the Steam Next Fest showcase, where I will be showcasing Ad Fundum, an extremely gripping platformer made with passion (and, maybe, a little too much perfectionism). Don't miss outtune in on February 6th at 02:00 AM Pacific for all the fun! Make sure to try out Ad Fundum Demo and, if you like it, add it to your wishlist!


    [ 2024-02-06 07:48:02 CET ] [ Original post ]


    Update 1.0.1 Demo

    Patch 1.0.1 Demo is live now! (Yes, within a few hours after the demo was released :) )

    • Fixed a bug with the game crashing when the player tries to leave Mech upgrades screen with upgrades weight exceeding chassis carrying capacity;
    • The player can no longer respond to radio calls after his mech is destroyed;
    • The game no longer auto-saves if the player's mech is falling to the ground at high speed toward its doom;
    • Red airflow now appears under the player's mech if it is falling at deadly speed.


    [ 2024-02-06 03:43:20 CET ] [ Original post ]



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  • The Great War is over, and the Age of Diesel has come. While many believe this is an era of harmony and prosperity, you know that peace is more fragile than ever. You embark on a journey into the depths of Earth to find the means to avert future conflict. But what awaits you in the darkness below? Is it a boon or doom for humanity?

    Take control of a colossal mech, capable of drilling through hundreds of meters of rock in a matter of seconds. Collect valuable resources, then fly back to your base to sell minerals for immense profit. Keep a close eye on your control panel: in a dangerous environment, your mech may overheat or overcool, and, most importantly, it doesn’t run on air – it needs fuel to operate. And beware of falling stones - your machine's hull won't withstand too much damage.

    Rebuild your base

    Your base has seen better days, but with enough amount of money you will restore it to its former glory and beyond to enhance your mining performance and unlock special abilities.

    Upgrade your gear

    Upgrade every part of your mech individually to transform an outdated prototype into a technological marvel. Experiment with different builds to create the ultimate mining machine best suited for your playstyle.

    Find hidden secrets

    Discover artifacts to unravel the history of the first human civilization on Earth, or search for the remnants of the previous underground expedition to unlock special upgrades with unique effects for your mech.

    Explore 8 diverse locations

    The deeper you go, the more locations you will discover. Each has its own visual style, atmosphere, gameplay mechanics, and threats to deal with.

    Survive earthquakes

    The ground you dig does not stand still – it shifts, changing its terrain. An earthquake is a dangerous time to collect resources, but when it’s raining minerals, how can you resist not grabbing some ore?

    Other features


    • Procedurally generated world: each run will be unique!
    • Original soundtrack: every location in the game has its own music and atmosphere.
    • Several difficulty levels: whether you seek a challenge, want to relax, or aim for a balanced experience, you'll find a suitable difficulty.
    • Several story endings: can you unlock them all?
    MINIMAL SETUP
    • OS: Ubuntu 20.04 LTS
    • Processor: Intel Core i3-3225 or AMD A8-7650KMemory: 2 GB RAM
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    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GT 740 or ATI Radeon HD 4890
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