Major Update

Hello Survivors!

In this update, I have significantly improved shark behavior, refined the farming system, added new survival mechanics, and introduced a fishing mini-game. I have also fixed several issues related to building, save files, and co-op gameplay. To report bugs, share ideas, and give feedback, please join us on Discord: Away From Life Official Discord.

Patch Notes

Sharks & Ocean

• Significantly improved shark behavior. Sharks can now ram rafts and boats when a player is on board.
• Improved shark swimming animations, making their movements look smoother and more natural.
• Added a hunger system that affects shark behavior: well-fed sharks mainly circle the player, while hungry sharks attack more frequently.
• Sharks can now drag players into the ocean.

Farming

• Improved the farming system. Plants now need to be watered regularly, and their health must be monitored.
• Fixed an issue where planted crops were not saved after loading the game.

New Survival Mechanics

• Added a sunburn mechanic: prolonged exposure to sunlight can now harm the player.
• Added a bandage that helps treat sunburn.
• Added a mini-game to fishing.

Building & Rafts

• Added automatic object snapping when placing objects near other structures.
• Fixed an issue where structures on rafts could load separately from the raft and appear floating in the air.
• Fixed an issue that caused rafts to move too slowly.
• Rafts must now be placed in the water rather than on the shore.

Inventory & Interaction

• Hovering over objects now displays brief information about their contents.
• Fixed an issue where crafting did not always account for inventory space freed up by consumed materials.

Co-op

• Fixed an issue where a palm tree chopped down by one player could remain standing for another player.
• Fixed an issue where players could spawn beneath the map and die when joining a co-op session.
• Fixed an issue where players could lose all their inventory items after leaving a co-op session.

Save System & Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue where the engine's fuel was not preserved after loading a save.
• Fixed an issue where the player could get stuck floating in the air while experiencing diarrhea on a raft.

UI & Visual Improvements

• Improved the 3D character model in the inventory menu.

Additional Changes

• Fixed a bug that caused the character to get stuck in the foundation after loading a save.
• Improved game stability in co-op.
• Improved and reworked the hitbox system.
• Hits are now registered more accurately at the point you aim.
• Fixed a bug that allowed wasps to chase you while you were in the water.

This update is full of fixes and changes that came directly from the community. Through reviews, Steam Discussions, social media, and Discord, I have been able to pinpoint and improve Away From Life. Massive thank you to everyone who took the time to report issues and share ideas.

Stay safe, stay resourceful, and enjoy the Islands!

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