Hey Pongers! Celebrate the spooky Halloween season with our latest update of Pongball, complete with a brand new Halloween themed map! But, of course, that is not all that we have done! Here's the full breakdown! NEW: - Added Halloween Map - Random Events during matches, along with new skill icons for these random events - A celebration animation upon a goal being scored IMPROVEMENTS: - Less XP required to level up - Level has been added to the main menu - Better animations while choosing an opponent - Updated UI buttons - Settings saving has been improved - UI for choosing a map has been improved. - Video settings has been updated - Fixed pongs visibility in shop - Player is now Faster - Made bigger particles of ball - Textures are less pixelated in loading scene - Updated loading animation - Updated loading scene performance - disabled play button in map_choose for errors So beware the witching hour, let the ghoul times roll, and have a boo! -tifull Halloween playing Pongball!

- Added 2 new songs by MokkaMusic - Fixed tutorial achievement - Fixed optionbutton issue on Steamdeck - Updated enemy description - Added new animation in choosing enemy - Added RT and LT icons to navigate change enemy on controller

- Input fixes - Fixed not grabing focus in case scene - Updated local multipalyer scene to correct size

NEW: Added animations in reward scene. Added new animation for appearing ball. IMPROVEMENT: Speeded up enemies and ball. Updated controller icon. Updated textures for improved visuals. FIX: Fixed errors in editor with MPIO. Fixed issue with not getting the "100 goals" achievement.

- Update Video settings UI - Updated focus of settings - Fixed bug with not selecting res on SteamDeck - Fixed not leveling up

NEW: Added mountain map. Added Synthwave map. Added 1 new song. Added Steam leaderboards. Added new SFX when game is over. Added effects when game is over in Training. Added the option to press Enter on the loading screen after loading. IMPROVEMENT: Increased speed of AIs. Changed scale settings to max_fps. FIX: Fixed bug with not getting achievements. Fixed bug with not getting the "Beat all" achievement. Fixed issue with the about scene not loading. Fixed bug with the music player.

This update focuses on key bug fixes and improvements to enhance your gameplay experience, along with some UI and feature tweaks. NEW: - Updated font values in Video settings for better visibility. IMPROVEMENT: - Minor adjustments to wall mechanics in training. FIX: - Resolved issue with changing resolution. - Fixed invisible wall bug in training mode. - Fixed invisible wall bug in local multiplayer. OTHER: - Deleted outdated files. - Temporarily removed stats, to be reintroduced once they display correctly. Jump into the updated PongBall and experience these important fixes, alongside improved functionality and gameplay!

This update brings a fresh new look and plenty of UI improvements to enhance your experience in PongBall! NEW: - Training Mode Added: Practice and enhance your gameplay skills with the all-new Training mode! IMPROVEMENT: Menu UI Overhaul: Experience a cleaner, modern interface with updated menu designs and buttons. Text Enhancements: - Added text outlines for improved readability. - Updated English localization for clearer and more accurate language support. - Campaign UI Revamp: Compact enemy borders and sharper text for an improved Campaign mode interface. - Font Color Adjustments: Refined color scheme for better contrast and readability. - Scene Resolution Update: All scenes now support 1920x1080 resolution for a more immersive visual experience. - Ball Visuals Improved: Reduced pixelation for smoother, cleaner-looking balls. FIX: - Updated Plugins: Behind-the-scenes plugin updates for improved performance and stability. OTHER: -Old Sprites Removed: Outdated sprites deleted to optimize performance. Jump into the latest version of PongBall and enjoy a smoother, cleaner, and more polished experience with these exciting updates!

0.14.0.1 Get ready for another exciting update to PongBall with brand-new features, important fixes, and expanded compatibility! New Features & Updates macOS & Linux Support: PongBall is now officially supported on macOS and Linux! Play the game seamlessly across these platforms and join the action no matter what system you're on. Arena Name in Loading Screen: We've added a new panel during loading screens to display the arena name, giving you a better sense of where the next match is taking place. New Flag Added: You can now proudly display the flag of Malaysia in your profile, further expanding our list of international flags. Fixes & Improvements Text Fixes (key_home): Resolved text display issues with the key_home, ensuring smoother and more intuitive gameplay. Darker Pause Screen: Weve adjusted the brightness of the pause screen, making it darker to help you focus better when the game is paused. This update brings improved functionality and gameplay enhancements, plus a wider reach for our community on macOS and Linux. Download the latest version and experience PongBall like never before!

Hello Pongers! Today we have big update! Check this out.. New Features XP Level System: Introducing a new XP level system to track your progress. Level Up Rewards: Earn exciting rewards each time you level up. Winning XP: Gain XP for each match you win. Gameplay Changes Locked Content: Certain enemies have been locked and require specific levels to unlock. Some game modes are now locked and require specific levels to unlock. The red skin is now locked and can be unlocked as you progress. (Lvl 2) UI Updates Updated UI: The user interface now displays your XP, making it easier to track your progress and achievements. F Button on Controllers: Added F button functionality to controllers for smoother gameplay. (PRESS Y or TRIANGLE) Fixes Tutorial Fix: Corrected the first text in the tutorial for better clarity. Level Up Fix: Leveling up should now work correctly without any issues. New Achievements 7 New Achievements: Added seven new achievements for you to unlock and complete. Experience these exciting new features and improvements in PongBall. Level up, unlock new content, and enjoy a smoother, more rewarding gameplay experience!

Hello Pongers! Get ready for an exciting new update to PongBall! We've packed in fresh features, more customization options, and crucial fixes to enhance your gaming experience. Here's what you can expect in version 0.13.2.0: Update 0.13.2.0 GamePlay New Mini Event: Introducing the Faceoff mini event in Ice Hockey mode! Press F faster than your opponent to gain control of the puck. Flags New Flags Added: Players can now represent even more countries with the addition of flags from Kazakhstan, Spain, India, Sweden, Turkey, New Zealand, and France. Changes Arena Renaming: The Retro arena has been renamed to Classic. Fixes Achievement Fixes: Resolved an issue where goals were not counted towards the "100 Goals" achievement. Fixed the "Buy Skin" achievement not being awarded correctly. Campaign Fixes: Corrected the enemy names in the Campaign mode. AI Improvements: Adjusted the speed of AIs for a more balanced gameplay experience. If you find any bug please report it here on Steam or on our Discord Server!

0.13.1.0 [Gameplay] - Added 15 seconds to game (due to slowed ball in previous update) [UI] - Added panel in map_choose to see white letters on white backgrounds - Moved choose skill in settings (someone couldnt choose skill) - Redesigned enemy_picker (added difficulty label) [Sounds] - Added new song "Movement" [Fixes] - Fixed positions of enemies in campaign (Campaign progress) - Fixed Ice hockey bug where ball randomly bounces off field [Improvements] - Deleted old plugins to get game smoother - Changed format of time (seconds to minutes on the beginning of the game) - Updated difficulties of Easy and Medium AIs

Hello Pongers! After while we are back with big update! Check new AI and improvements (ball, fixes etc..) in-game! Changelog for this version: 0.13.0.0 AI 2.0 - AI now moves smoother - AI now has own Speed, accuracy and reaction time (will be updated after some feedback) - AI is now smarter (does not just banging the wall xD) - AI difficulties updated (Now we have 5 difficulties of AI (Noob, Easy, Medium, Hard, Insane) Ball - Ball now speeds after some bounces (5-10 - random number) - Decreased speed of ball on the match start and restart ball UI - Slightly moved back button in Shop - Updated label of Arenas (choose_map scene) - Fixed names in loading (moved on center) - increased font value of "NONE" in reward scene Improvements - Added Map choosing in local mp - Added animation in Tournament scene Fixes - Fixed skill icons of AI (in match) - Fixed bug with getting reward after beating Janek Multiplayer Progress - Added Rivet support

0.12.3.0 [Redesign] - Updated Settings - Updated map choose - Updated splash screen [Audio] - Added 2 new songs [Fixes] - Fixed tutorial music - Fixed tutorial texts [Files] - Updated multiplayer (still WIP)

Hello Pongers! After a while there is new update! We have some news for you about PongBall. We are working on Multiplayer but with no success but we are trying our best to make it work! Also we are working on new project which is currently in Alpha status. Next problem is time... We have some different duties (school, work etc..). So to sum it up.. We make Multiplayer and then we will release PongBall from early acces to released and pause the develpment of PongBall. 0.12.1.1 [Engine] - Updated to 4.3 Beta6 (Also problems due to beta state) [UI] - Changed UI in sp_choose_mode - Changed back buttons in some scenes - Changed shop UI [Improvements] - Loading is now faster - Ball now bounces better [Multiplayer] - Changed Multiplayer system - Testing synchronizing

Hello Pongers! after month we have little update here! 0.12.1.0 [UI] - Added transitions between scenes [Bugs] - Minor game bugs fixed (in editor) - Fixed bug in multiplayer scene to change to correct scene

Hello Pongers! Today we have little big update! 0.12.0.0 [Inventory] - Added inventory - Now you have to open cases from there!
[Cases] - Improved opening cases - Improved saving skins from cases - Added 1 new case (Mixed) [Sounds] - Added 3 new songs by Tulamor (TREK, Leonium, Blessing) [Bugs] - Fixed bug in Shop with Pongs (it didnt show correctly) - Fixed showing correct skins in campaign [Improvements] - Improved font sizes to get better visibility of some buttons

Hi Pongers! It has been a while with no updates. I am sorry but in my primary work was some reorganizaton so we had a lot of work with a new year. But I am back with new informations. First of all wanted to say thank you! We have reached 100 in wishlist! For me it is a big achievement! Now here it is what is coming. - New inventory system You can open cases when you want not when game ends! For now it is added just for cases. Equipping etc will be updated too but soon. - More cases! With Inventory we can make new cases and this also means... - More skins! New skins are coming! - Faded - Animals - Special ones and more! - New songs! New songs will be added by Tulamor! And that is it! Also there are more news but this is the biggest one. Thank you again! and keep Ponging!

Hello Pongers! Firstly I would like to wish you Happy new year! Hope this year will be good. Now lets take a look on New years update! 0.11.0.0 [MENU] - Updated Choose_mode scene in Singleplayer
- Changed Font colors in local_mp scenes - Updated local_mp_choose_player scene
- Updated Audio sliders in settings
- Added animation in Campaign - Updated Stats scene (Added some panels to make it look better) - Updated end game scene - Added panel for Pongs in Shop - Updated buttons in choose_mode_sp (Shop, Tutorial) [GAME] - Added 2 new skills (BlindSkill - Makes ball invisible for 5 secs, WallSkill - Creates Wall before your goal) - In local_multiplayer you can now choose which skill you want to use [SAVING] - Your choosed skill is now saving - You can now choose which cursor you like and set it as default cursor [SOUNDS] - Added 1 new song - Added new sound effects on new skills - Added percentage of volume in Settings [LIBRARY] - Added Task addon - Removed old unused addon - Added 3 new cursors If you find any bug please report it in Settings -> About -> Bug Report or here on Steam in Discussion and also on Discord. https://discord.gg/snyB67f5pv Thank you for playing PongBall!

Hi Pongers! Hope you enjoyed Christmas and we want to Wish you Happy new year! There is a little preview what is coming in next update... Audio Sliders Changed
Changed Choose_mode scene buttons - Changed due to unite design
New Skills
And LOT more! New update should be available 1.1.2024 CET

0.10.1.0 [GAME] - Added new cursor to game - Updated AI in game to be faster and more difficult [MENU] - Redesigned choose_gamemode - Updated font color due to visibility - Updated Tournament_Draw Menu - Changed on Reaward screen text of button to "Continue" if you play tournament - Updated buttons of Shop and tutorial in choose mode - Updated loading bar in Loading scene [MAPS] - Updated ice hockey map [LOCAL_MP] - fixed wall collision in local_mp [LIBRARY] - Added more skins, cases, cursors to be added to game later - Deleted old script for Tournament

Hello Pongers! Today are tournaments here! Lets get the trophy to you! 0.10.0.0 [Game] - Tournaments were added to game - Updated wall collision with ball (ball now has more space to move) [Campaign - Rewards - Cases] - Added new cases icons [Theme] - Added new theme for Settings (Just for video section for now) - Changed players in main menu [Sounds] - Music from menu now plays all the time - Added 3 new ball bounces sounds - Added 2 new Songs - Changed volume of goal_reaction sounds (0 -> -10) [Fixes] - Fixed not get yellow skin in campaign - Fixed skipping song when you get back into menu - Fixed bugs with not showing correct color in game (for white skin) [Library] - Changed names of some scripts - deleted old script parts of menu (faster loading) - Changed nickname of mcToast

Hello Pongers! New info about tournament update.. Added opponent drawing, also has been fixed lots of bugs, updated theme of game (in Settings only for now), Added some new sounds, and updated some pics in library and made game more smoother for older machines. Hope we can push it this week!

Hey Pongers! Today is little bit testing build because of releasing new update of engine! Please let me now if you get any problems here on steam in Disscusion. Thanks! 0.9.2.0 [Engine] - Updated on 4.2 [AI] - Improved movement - improved maths to better predict where ball ends [Maps] - Added 2 new maps (Universe, 90s Retro Vibes by BurningCrisis_Savage) [Library] - Added new version of ball and particles (used in 90s retro vibes) - Added new skins for later use (Campaign) - added new files due to steam [Sounds] - Added reaction of fans on some maps after scoring goal - Added goal horn when you score on Hockey map [Scripts] - Updated due to new version of engine [Tournament - Progress] - Updated Drawing opponents

Hello Pongers! New update is here! Some of BugFixes and new music! Also updated soccer field..And finally some new content is coming (Tournaments). Hope you are looking forward to it! 0.9.1.2 [Sounds] - Added new song (Sappheiros - Affection) [Game - Fields] - Updated Soccer field (Thanks BurningCrisisSavage!) [BugFix] - Fixed case bug (you should get back to menu now) [Library] - Deleted old unused pictures - Deleted old scripts [Tournament] - Added Tournament_Draw scene - Added Tournament matches list

Hello Pongers! Today is new update here! 0.9.1.1 [Fields] - Updated Basketball field [Saving] - Added saving equipped skin support (Now is skin saving when you equip him and next game start keeps equipped) [BugFixes] - Fixed "animation bug" (Blue scoreboard was showing incorrectly) [Library - Editor] - changed sprite of enemy in enemy_picker scene [Optimalizations] - Deleted old parts of script "Settings" = Now loading faster

0.9.1.0 [Achievements] - 3 Achievements now added (Buy skin, Beat 20 enemies in Campaign, Open case) [Shop] - Updated sorting in Shop [Game] - Updated ball in Neon Grid - Updated particles in Neon Grid [BugFixes] - You cannot use skill anymore if the time is stopped

0.9.0.1 [UI] - Changed Font value in Campaign_proggress_scene (20 -> 25) [Library] - Added 2 new skins in library [BugFix] - Fixed crashing game after end match - Fixed not showing coin in campaign (Rewards) [Achievements] - added 5 new achievemetns (not working for now they are uploaded and should be ready next update)