...And we're back. Lion Quest returns with a new update for 2023 and yes, it's been a while. I've been sorting out a couple of bugs that were bugging me with this game and now here we are. Lion Quest 1.5.0 is live and here's what has changed:

• All switches swapped to pinhweels. In terms of mechanical changes, this is the most notable improvement to the game. I've taken the pinwheel switch design from Lion Quest Infinity and retroactively fitted it across all switch instances here too. This means that switches still look the same, but now when you jump into them they spin (like a pinwheel) making it much clearer that you're interacting with them. If you jump into a single-use switch for a second time it now explodes, making it much clearer that you're now done with that switch.
• New input system. This solves a whole bunch of issues for me as all three versions of the game (Windows/ Mac/ Linux) now use the same input system. What this means for you is support for more controllers, consistent input controls on Mac, and rumble support on Linux. Oh, and better keyboard support (you can now use WASD for input in the 1 player game).
• Keyboard and controller button glyphs. These are now used when presenting tutorial information on-screen. The game also automatically detects if you're using an Xbox or PlayStation controller and shows the appropriate icons.
• Music optimisations to stream high quality audio without compromising the game's performance

• Revised text on options screen
• Fix for returning to menu from Tutorial 5 level
• Mouse support for pause menu
• A lot of text assets have been swapped to high-res
• Removed the use of the F button for toggling fullscreen (this is mostly because F is dangerously close to the D key, which is now a problem that WASD input is supported).
• Improved game performance
• New mix for Outer Space level music
• Engine upgrade

• A 3D world navigated in 2D – Interact with the environment in new and unexpected ways, with huge collapsing structures adding an additional dimension to navigational puzzles

• Zen and the Art of Mind Control – Use the power of your mind to control falling objects, or stop them dead in their tracks to create pathways and access new areas

• New friends to discover – Solve puzzles and make friends as you meet other animals, controlling several at a time to progress through levels

• Nine animals to play as – Unlock new characters by completing goals or spending coins (collected in-game) at the Lion Quest gift shop. Each character has its own stats and special abilities, which can dramatically change the way the game is played

• Play with or against friends in local multiplayer – Take on the Lion Quest adventure with a friend in 2 player co-op, or play competitively with up to four players across fifteen maps in Lion Quest VS.

• Pure platforming – Enjoy exploring with precise controls, plenty of challenge, and handcrafted levels with branching paths

• Lion Quest Arcade – Play through 50 arcade stages that combine all-new levels with remixed content from the main game

• Zen sounds – Enjoy an ambient soundtrack designed to increase concentration and relaxation

• OS: Ubuntu 12.04 or later. SteamOS
• Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2 ghz or equivalentMemory: 2 GB RAM
• Memory: 2 GB RAM
• Graphics: DX9 (shader model 2.0) capabilities
• Storage: 400 MB available spaceAdditional Notes: OpenGL: 3.0