Mid-Race Modification Update

The latest update to Truck the System adds a brand new way to modify your trucks: 100 feet in the air while travelling at 60 mph.

Mid-Race Modification

You can now seamlessly enter the vehicle builder at any point during a race, which allows you to add or remove parts from your truck, or even load in an entirely different truck, whenever your current design just isn't good enough. Not enough weapons? Just add some more. Not quick enough? Throw some boosters on. Time slows down while vehicle modification is active, but not completely. Your truck is still speeding through the air, so don't take too long making your adjustments! You're also unable to control your truck while you modify it, so you won't be able to dodge the many rockets flying your way either.

Campaign

The update also includes a new campaign, currently featuring 12 levels which will test your ability to modify your truck on the fly to meet whatever challenges are thrown at you. Tight gaps will require you to shave parts off, and long jumps will require you to add boosters. The previous levels are still available via the Steam Workshop, along with other community-made maps.

[ 2020-08-16 18:14:57 CET ] [ Original post ]

Enemy Turrets and Truck Destruction

Struggling to complete a race track is so much more fun under a hail of bullet and rocket fire. Even a simple race track becomes an interesting challenge when you're dodging fire and exploding every now and then.

Turrets

Yesterday I added automatic turrets to the game, as a placeable part in the level editor. There are currently two varieties, one with a rocket launcher and one with a minigun, as you can see below.

The turrets will track any trucks within their range and fire constantly, dedicated to ruining your day as well as your paintwork. Fear not, though! There are plenty of truck-mounted weapons at your disposal that for you to fight back with. Here are a few screenshots of my battles with the turrets. (Track made in the in-game level editor)

Truck Destruction

I've also added truck destruction! Each part is individually damageable, and once destroyed will detach from your truck. If your base part takes too much damage, your entire truck will explode into pieces. Be sure to armour up, and especially protect those wheels!

Demo

It's coming! I'm working on the free demo right now, which will be available for download both on indieDB and Steam after E3. Be sure to follow the game here, twitter, and indieDB to keep up to date!

[ 2019-06-07 17:36:59 CET ] [ Original post ]

Truck the System. Build your truck from over 100 parts, and then race it through community-made tracks. Dodge missiles and gunfire as you loop the loop and hit the stunt ramps. All in up to 8 player multiplayer.

Vehicle Builder

Over 100 parts. A virtually infinite number of possible truck designs
Quick and easy. Build a working truck in a minute
Powerful. Create complex trucks with multiple weapons systems
Optional. You can use a pre-made truck or a truck made by another player if you're not feeling creative
Adjustable. Modify your truck in the middle of a race

Multiplayer

Up to 8 player public or private lobbies
Extensive server settings. Customise your server with options such as disabling weaponry or mid-race vehicle modification
Multiplayer supported in the level editor. Build more complex maps with the help of friends

Weapons

Huge variety of melee and ranged weapons
Choose from rockets, sniper rifles, lasers, miniguns and more
Add multiple weapons to your truck and switch between them during a race

In-Game Level Editor

Easy to use. Node-based editor allows you to quickly create curved tracks and tubes for players to race along
Parts-based. Place parts to create your level, including loop-the-loops, stunt ramps, enemy turrets and more.
Specify server settings to go along with your level, to create new game modes.
Pre-made terrains and environments make it easy to create a level which looks great.