Introduction

Welcome to the devlog for Hot Dogs, Horseshoes, and HAND Grenades! In this week's update, we have some exciting new features to share with you. Anton has been working on enhancing the behavior of the Sosigs, and I have some impressive additions to show you. Let's dive right in and see what's in store!

New Features for Sosigs

Idle and Fleeing Behaviors

One of the major updates we've made to the Sosigs is the addition of idle and fleeing behaviors. The idle state is different from the guard state, as it represents the Sosig in a relaxed and non-combatant mental state. In this state, the Sosig is simply hanging around, thinking about meat.

We've also introduced a fleeing behavior, which can be triggered by damage and suppression events. When a Sosig in idle state is attacked, it will start fleeing, trying to get as far away as possible. If the Sosig can visually detect the threat, it will continue to flee while keeping an eye on the threat's location. This adds a new level of complexity to the Sosigs' behavior and makes encounters with them more interesting.

Knockout Darts

In addition to the behavior updates, we have added a new type of ammo called knockout darts. These darts have the ability to temporarily render a Sosig unconscious. When hit with a knockout dart, the Sosig will fall asleep for a random amount of time between one and ten seconds. During this time, the Sosig can be moved, equipment can be taken from it, and it can be interacted with. However, it is important to note that the Sosig is not dead and will eventually wake back up if left undisturbed.

These knockout darts provide a stealthier approach to dealing with the Sosigs and add another layer of strategy to the Game. Please note that the duration of the sleep and other effects of the knockout darts may be further fine-tuned in future updates.

Updates for Modding Community

Version Numbering System

To make life easier for our modding community, we have implemented a new version numbering system within the game. Each build of the game now has a specific version number, which indicates whether it is a main branch build or an alpha build. This will facilitate smoother transitions for modders in the future and ensure compatibility with different versions of the game.

Changes to Branches

We have made changes to the way branches work in Hot Dogs, Horseshoes, and Hand Grenades. The alpha branch will be replaced with two new branches: Mod-Safe Alpha and Not Mod-Safe Experimental.

Mod-Safe Alpha is the current alpha branch that is confirmed to be functional with large mod loaders. Modders can use this branch to ensure compatibility with their Mods.

Not Mod-Safe Experimental is a new branch that contains the latest changes and experimental features. However, it is important to note that this branch may not be compatible with mods, and unpredictable issues may occur. It is primarily intended for testing purposes and should not be used for regular gameplay.

These changes will provide modders with clearer options for testing and development purposes, while ensuring a smoother experience for users who are not actively modding.

Conclusion

In this devlog, we have introduced new features to enhance the behavior of the Sosigs and provide more strategic options for players. With the idle and fleeing behaviors, encounters with the Sosigs will be more dynamic and interesting. The addition of knockout darts adds a stealthier approach to dealing with the Sosigs and introduces new gameplay strategies.

Furthermore, we have made updates to support the modding community with a version numbering system and changes to branches. These improvements aim to streamline the modding process and provide modders with a more efficient and organized development environment.

We hope you enjoy the latest additions and changes in Hot Dogs, Horseshoes, and Hand Grenades. Stay tuned for more updates in the future!