v0.9.3 Released - The Great Smoothening

Long time no transmission, pilots! This update is all about performance. If your framerate doesnt feel like its gliding across ice, I failed my ancestors. Test it, break it, report it - and keep the feedback coming!

Optimization Overdrive

• Moved bullet and crystal logic into optimized pools - no more freeloading particles clogging up memory.

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• Centralized bullet processing so your PC doesn\'t cry every time you shoot 600 homing missles.

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• Crystals now spawn, magnetize, and sparkle without dragging the framerate into the void.

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• Fixed a nasty tween memory leak (Im looking at you, rogue animations).

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• Set up proper collision masks because crashing into invisible things is only fun in real life.

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Bug Hunt & Balance Patch

• Fixed fast bullet bugs, crystal collection freeze, and more debug errors than I want to admit.

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• Gave EXTREME mode the balance pass it deserved. Its still brutal, but now in a fair way (kind of)... well not really :) But better ... kind of :)

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• Sounds and labels for crystals now chill out thanks to throttling, because apparently too much bling is a problem.

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• Removed debug junk thats been squatting in the codebase since 0.1.\n

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Over and out\n- Boldi

Ive just launched the official Try Sora Top 10 Leaderboard!

Scores from the full game (Campaign and Flow modes) are now available online ( through Steam API ).
Only the best make it to the list - are you one of them?

View the leaderboard here:

https://tryusora.deadfly.games



More modes may be added later, so stay sharp!

v0.8.12 - Easy Mode Actually Means Easy Now

So, a few brave pilots reached out and said:
"Hey... why is Easy Mode bullying me?"

Fair point.
I grew up in the pixelated trenches of the 80s, where games didnt care about your feelings - only your reflexes ( and yeah, they were unfair most of the time ).
But times have changed, and you're absolutely right: Easy mode should be easy. Who am I to gatekeep your joy?

So, Ive made some changes. Heres whats new in Easy mode:

• Enemies decided to stop being jerks (for the most part) and will no longer spit bullets at you just because you're nearby.
• They're a bit slower now, shoot fewer bullets, and take a coffee break between shots.
• You now get an extra shield with each life. Because you deserve it.
• Your bullets hit harder now. Because if youre gonna shoot stuff, it might as well explode properly.
  

• Fixed a few things that were confusing or misleading.
• Extended the duration of some timed bonuses (like Super Rapidfire) so you can enjoy the chaos longer.
• Squashed a few bugs that were crawling where they shouldnt.
  

Great news for Steam Deck players! Try Sora has been tested on the device and runs perfectly without requiring any changes. The controls are fully intuitive, ensuring a seamless experience whether you're at home or on the go.

With performance this smooth, were optimistic about Steam Deck certification in the future. If you're a fan of retro space shooters, this is your chance to enjoy Try Sora anytime, anywhere!

Wishlist the game now and stay tuned for more updates!