Just a quick one here with two key changes. After some discussion with a speedrunner I realised I needed to change the way ERSATZ handles it's in game timer. It's a small change that shouldn't cause any dramatic shifts in times for most people at this point, but will make the playing field fairer for slow PCs from now on. In addition it'll make the game more compatible with speedrunning standards.
ERSATZ v1.34 Patch Notes
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Changed way game calculated its in game timer:
Before it used delta_time between frames which would adversely affect any run's time if they suffered a frame drop. This has been changed to a fixed amount of time being added every frame (approx. equivalent to real time 60fps) as per the standard in IGT speedruns.
Left & Right input has been altered, mostly only effect keyboard users:
Pressing opposite direction to one already being held will cause instant direction change with carried move speed, even if both keys are held together.
There is then a small window of 15 frames where the character will not change direction again if both keys continue to be held. Releasing either key during this buffer period will cancel it and immediately, allowing the player to move in the direction which matches what key is still being pressed.
The benefit of this is that perfect 1 frame momentum pivots are much more reliably feasible and players in general will probably have more consistent responses from the game.
ERSATZ is a speed focused, hardcore Action Platformer with Rhythm elements. Featuring a multiple genre Original Electronic Soundtrack which dynamically builds and changes based on your progression!
Run, Jump, Slam, Slide, Dash & Survive your way through 8 varied and increasingly intense levels, in multiple modes & playstyles, starring tricky level hazards and enemies and even tougher bosses.
Use the unique dash mechanics to move as fast as you can, trying to chase down that elusive 'S' rank. Learning the game is simple, mastering it is not...
Original Soundtrack that progresses with you, with genres like:
House
Trance
Synthwave
DnB
Techno
& More!
Also Inlcuding:
Type Beta & Type Gamma: Unlockable alternative playstyles with their own times & grades
Journey Mode: Try & complete all 8 levels as fast as you can. Do it in under 60mins for a special reward. For experts & speedrunners!
Infinite Mode: A fun reward for 'S' Rankers
Synth Rush: Challenge any individual or ALL of the bosses of ERSATZ against the clock!
Steam Leaderboards: See how your times stack up compared to other players (now viewable in game!)
Vibration: Feel your controller vibrate to the beat!
Design, Art, Animation, Programming & Music all by Paris Stalker (that's me!).