NEW

• Linux Support

• Steam Deck Support

General Updates

• Best Score: Added a best score counter for the top score achieved during the session.

• Score Display: Large scores now display with comma formatting for better readability (e.g., 1,234,567).

• Game Over Delay: Added 2-second delay before allowing restart to prevent accidental restarts.

• Controller Support: Improved gamepad device support.

• YYC Compiler: Switched from VM to YYC compiler for improved performance across all platforms.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Steam Achievement Bug: "First Time Player" achievement now properly unlocks on first game launch.

Steam Deck Optimisations

• Native 1280x800 fullscreen support.

• Proper text scaling for 7" display readability.

The patch notes can also be read on the 5 Years Now website.

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