Hello!

This update welcomes the return of the Tuxedo Cat, revamps the handling/physics model, a new tooltip system, new UI enhancements, and critical track fixes!

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Patch Notes

New Features

• Tooltip System: Added a helpful tooltip system. Tooltips now appear when hovering over most options/settings in the main menu.
• New Collision Sound Effect: Introduced a new collision sound effect.
• New Cat: Added the Tuxedo Cat to the roster.
• Settings Additions:
  • Added a new resolution dropdown option in the Settings menu.
  • Added a new full-screen mode toggle button in the Settings menu.

Gameplay Updates

• Physics Adjustments:
  • The 'Racing Mode' setting has been removed. Instead, the default physics now combine elements of both classic racing physics and "Easy mode" physics.
  • Drifting physics updated for better handling. All cats are now significantly easier to control, with only those having a low 'Handling' stat spinning out more easily. (Feedback welcome!)
  • Added a new anti-roll solution for better stability when cats are airborne. (Feedback on jumps appreciated!)
• Cat Balance: Rebalanced all cats and their skill values to reflect the updated driving physics. (First pass—please report any overpowered cats!)
• Scottish Fold Stability: Improved the Scottish Fold’s stability.

UI and Visual Improvements

• Cat Selection Menu Updates:
  • The 'Turn' stat is now labeled as 'Handling'.
  • The 'Accel' stat is now labeled as 'Acceleration'.
• Pause Menu Enhancements:
  • Added the Zoomies logo to the pause menu, replacing the placeholder logo. (How did I miss this????)
  • Darkened the pause menu background slightly for better visibility.
• Billboard Art: Updated some billboard designs for a fresh look.

Track and Environment Fixes

• Big City Track Improvements:
  • Fixed overly generous collision detection on the corner before entering the city gardens. It’s now possible to cut the corner slightly for better racing times.
  • Removed a bush in the city gardens section to improve AI navigation.
• Wild West Track Fix: Fixed an issue where the player would sometimes be placed underneath the track when resetting their position.

Prop and Effects Adjustments

• Physics Prop Interpolation: Added interpolation to all physics props (e.g., crates, barrels). These now move more smoothly when hit.
• Boosting Effect Change: Removed the white flash effect when boosting.

Progression Adjustments

• Increased the cost to unlock all cats to encourage longer play time.