Acron: Attack of the Squirrels! news & patch notes

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Game Updates:

• Moved tree branches up a bit to avoid obscuring the player view.
• Moved the initial Start button closer to the player, making it easier to reach.
• The arrow pointing homeward when holding an acorn is now only visible to the player controlling that squirrel.

Bug Fixes:

• Improved throw velocity calculations when letting go of throwables immediately after grabbing them.
• The tree/squirrels win text is now correctly sized for Asian languages and updated when changing languages.
• Fixed an issue where text styles would not be used when changing between certain languages.
• Fixed an issue where multiplayer matches occasionally could not be started.

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Game Updates:

• The game is now available in 10 languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese! - You can switch language from the game's settings menu!
• Set the window on the main monitor to fullscreen.

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/6209ca7da09c93bc02b46ec0e6fa420de5af9480.png We’ve now launched the official Resolution Games Discord community server! Join it to stay updated and to discuss your favorite VR & AR games by Resolution Games. The server is run by the employees of the company, and features channels for games such as Spatial Ops, Bait!, Cook-Out: A Sandwich Tale, Acron: Attack of the Squirrels! and Angry Birds VR: Isle of Pigs! Join the Discord here!

Other Links

• All support related questions will be answered on the Resolution Games Support Page.
• Visit the Resolution Games Canny page to leave your game feedback.

Finally, the Resolution Games Discord follows the same rules as our other community servers, as well as the accompanying Code of Conduct. Make sure to read them thoroughly before joining in on the discussion! - The Resolution Games Team

The golden acorns are under attack! Who will win the squirrels or the trees? Come hang out with us in the community discord for a virtual game night on Thursday, Jan. 13th from 4 - 6 p.m. CT (US). We're excited to meet all the new players. Don't leaf us hanging. Join the discord here.

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/674094eed9341178b7a7a3e6372947cb9f28472a.png Hold on to your acorns, everyone! Acron: Attack of the Squirrels has new content under development! Once we have more information to share with all of you, we'll make a post here to tell you all about it. But for now, get excited, and celebrate by defending against those pesky squirrels!

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{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/9b68b2966bb29bae27bc11573a8cb2983998234d.png Minor game update – we added some changes and bug fixes to the game. Enjoy! Game Updates: - Changed the mushrooms and pumpkins to fly agaric and pumpkins with faces on the Halloween levels - Changed color on inactive buttons for VR - Updated skyboxes on all levels - Polished textures in Sulky Swamp - Changed scale on the bushes in Sulky Swamp - Added a smaller version of update notes inside the game on the mobile side Bug Fixes: - Fixed numeric keyboard problem on Google Pixel phones, android version 11. This is a known problem for a lot of developers/apps right now since Android 11 was released. - Fixed bug where "Tree ended the game" pop up kept showing when it shouldn't - Fixed bug where acorns could get stuck underground - Fixed bug where tree could grab squirrels that are in tunnels - Fixed bug where the end match UI was hidden when settings were visible on mobile - Fixed bug when the tutorial scoreboard got stuck in the front position after settings was shown

Your favorite squirrels are back with a terrifying update including the brand new Halloween themed map Sulky Swamp, level selection and more! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/e26d5aa21a617f9828ab17ea5e2615075cba3b40.png Game Updates: - New level: Sulky Swamp - One mobile player required to start game instead of two - Removed region visuals/simplified room code - Support emails include extra information - Notch on some phones is no longer obstructing the view of the game - Added official iPad support - A lot of networking fixes - Made it possible for AIs to have overlaying level structures (like bridges) - Added new UI for selecting maps and change number of bots - Added network message for when the tree leaves the match using the exit button which shows a message on the phones that the tree quit the match instead of disconnected - Made one skin set free (Haunting Horrors skins) - Gave name to all levels - Added possibility to adjust number of bots in-between levels - Changed how nametags look and behave, below squirrels and are hidden if you can't see the squirrel - Moved win screen UI on phones - AI can now throw acorn towards players - Changed wording on some places - Made the lobby include less info to make it feel lighter - Chunk can no longer carry the shield inside a tunnel Bug Fixes: - Fixed Android crash (OBB) - Fixed iPhone 6 crash (RAM) - Fixed issue with Steam not being able to start match - Fixed bug with player names in the lobby - Players can no longer join a game without a name - Fixed bug with tunnels looping animation when hotjoining - Fixed bug where the acorn’s location switches between players - Fixed bug where squirrel name tags become visible when picked up by the tree - Fixed bug causing delay on continue button when switching between settings and match stats. - Fixed bug with Chunk animations when not carrying shield - Bots got stuck in a flickering movement if they were close to the acorn but on the wrong height - Fixed issue with bots getting stuck when close to an acorn - Fixed bug where knocked out squirrels could go through tunnels - Fixed bug where music starts over when exiting skin view on mobile - Fixed bug with adjust bots button being clickable when it wasn’t supposed to be

We just released a patch that should fix the issue for Android users experiencing game crashes on the start-up screen. Please make sure to update your app if you're using an Android mobile device. If you are still experiencing this issue after updating the app, please let us know. Enjoy!

We just released an update to fix several reported issues in the game. Don’t hesitate to let us know if you have any questions! Don’t forget to update all devices (VR headset and mobiles) with this new patch!

New Features

• The tree can now throw squirrels in order to damage other things, just like any other projectile

Bug fixes

• (SteamVR) Fixed bug where game would not recenter automatically
• (VR) Fixed bug where settings menu would overlaps other UI
• Fixed bug where hiding name tags in VR, player name tags in the lobby were not hidden
• Fixed bug where tunnels sometimes appeared without entrances or exits
• Fixed bug where character portrait did not match chosen skin
• Fixed various bugs with networking
• Fixed bug that made Chunk's shield able to be planted in mid-air
• Fixed bug where squirrels could stop falling by running into walls
• Fixed bug where sounds would keep playing after leaving a match

UX

• (Android, iOS) Name tags for bots are now visible
• (VR) Stop the match from starting accidentally when the VR headset is not being worn
• (Android, iOS) Added Twitch to social buttons on media
• (Android, iOS) Add option to show/hide player name tags
• (VR) URL in VR that informs players where to get the mobile game has been changed to www.acron.game
• Settings menu updated
• Added links to the troubleshooting guide when encountering issues connecting to a game

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/ba79e4d5850c092496a94976894a66193c91809e.png New game update including the terrifying Haunting Horrors level and 12 cosmetic skins for your favorite squirrel gang. Game update:

• Haunting Horrors level
• 12 new skins for the squirrels

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• Squirrel player nametags can be hidden and shown from the VR settings menu
• Thrown seeds now collide with level boundaries
• Reduced squirrel jittering on mobile when grabbed by tree
• Fixed audio settings not being saved on mobile when game is closed and opened again
• Default number of squirrels set to 4 instead of 2 when creating a room

General bug fixes:

• Optimized game
• Fixed some bugs when joining an ongoing game
• Audio settings are now saved
• Fixed water not rising during overtime
• Added handling for some network errors in VR and mobile

Mobile bug fixes:

• Added 'update' screen
• Added 'what's this' screen
• Added social links
• Updated gamepad buttons and layout
• Fixed a bug where joystick would stop working
• Room code is saved when restarting the app quickly
• Quantizing of network trafic, in most cases reducing the traffic by three fourths

Hope you'll enjoy this new update! /The Acron: Attack of the Squirrels! team

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/b7c94a2ddb8984b16e6c6bdcf83d6c99554749d9.png Time to sharpen your pencils - we're digging deep into art in this week's Dev Chat! Our talented Artist Louise talks concept art today at 4pm CEST/10am ET. WATCH ON TWITCH

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/10fbe6ee273d8d111c477dbed8ea84856aa4b2c5.jpg Please meet Doug, the digger squirrel! Doug is the bravest and most passionate little rodent you'll ever meet. He's the youngest sibling in a big family and had to learn to push his way ahead. Doug may be cute but he's never afraid to take risks in order to get to those golden acorns. Before you know it he'll strap on his helmet, shake his spade and squeak a war cry. Beware, he's coming for you!

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/03137d0ce90164c59ad68ec4f5a13b812483a5f7.jpg Meet the tree, an ancient being who was brought to life through polluted water. He's doing his very best at preserving the precious golden acorns and see them grow into beautiful trees, all while the pesky squirrels are trying to claim the nuts for themselves. No wonder he's so angry!

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/38abde8afa34cc7b9f332b3d597a35ba73e4e883.jpg Sim's excellent carpentry skills come in handy in a tight spot! Taking the high ground is an excellent strategy, especially when fighting a giant, sentient tree. Use his bridges to navigate around the most difficult territory and challenging traps. Just don't let him get talking about conspiracy theories. Trust us - he goes on forever.

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35214259/1ef097aa8f708d6ebc08b8deaf34272e0ff89496.jpg Chunk is a peaceful old guy who appreciates the simple things in life. You’ll often find him watching butterflies in the evening or whistling whilst he cleans his shield. His favourite thing to do is to take naps after dinner (he gives fantastic hugs too!). Have you played as Chunk yet?

About the Game

Which platforms are supported? We currently support the game on Oculus Rift, Oculus Rift S, Oculus Quest and HTC Vive on the Oculus Store and Steam. How many people can play? One person on VR + up to eight people on mobile (minimum of two mobile players). There is a solo gameplay series the VR player can go through, but the remaining gameplay requires at least two players on mobile with a max of eight. Mobile players will not be able to play without the VR player activating a play session. How much does the game cost? The game is $19.99 on VR and free on mobile. Do I have to buy the game for mobile? No, the game is free to download on iOS and Android. You can find it in the App Store, Google Play or download it at www.resolutiongames.com/play. Do you support cross buy for Oculus? Yes! If you buy the game for Oculus Rift/Rift S or Oculus Quest in the Oculus Store, you can download the game on both headsets. Will there be additional content? After launch we will absolutely be listening to player requests and doing all we can to fine tune the game and make additions where we can. How many levels are there? At launch, Acron: Attack of the Squirrels! features six levels depicting different nature environments.

Playing the Game

How do I set up a game with my friends? The VR player starts the game and creates a room. The VR player is then connected to the mobile players by giving them the assigned room number that they enter into the game on their device when prompted. Do you need wifi or cellular data to play? An Internet connection is required. A fast, stable connection provides the best experience. How are the players connected? The VR player starts the game and creates a room. He or she then connects to the mobile players by giving them the assigned room number that they enter into their device when prompted. Do all players (both on mobile and VR) have to be in the same room/location? Players don’t have to be on the same wifi or in the same location, but given the cooperative nature of the game it is best when played as a couch party game together with a bunch of friends. If you aren’t in the same room as the other players, are you able to hear them? There’s no mic functionality right now as the intention of the game is to be a local party game. However, if you are not in the same location as the other players, we have seen some players using tools like Discord, Skype, Google Hangouts, etc. - to make the most of the cooperative nature of the game and initiate gameplay sessions. Why doesn’t it have a single player mode? The game is intended to be a multiplayer experience. However, at launch the game will have a ‘training mode’ where the VR player can try out different aspects of the game before inviting their friends on mobile. Can I turn off Aim Assist as the tree? Yes! You can turn Aim Assist On/Off from the Settings menu. On Oculus, you can also switch the grab trigger from middle to index in the settings menu.

Troubleshooting

If you’re experiencing issues with the game. Try the following steps. If you’re still experiencing problems, please submit a support ticket here and we will help you look into it further. Please make sure that you are using the latest version of the game on all devices. Can’t connect to the game room on a mobile device If you're unable to connect to the game room hosted by a VR player (code turns red), please make sure that you are trying to connect to the correct region. The VR player can see the region by the room code (eg. USW/EU/RU). On the mobile device, press the region and select the same one as seen in VR. Please note that this doesn't always correspond with your physical location. Latency/lag issues Make sure that your internet connection is stable. You can also try to move your devices closer to your router. Can’t connect to the game 1. Please check that you don’t have too many devices connected to your router. You can try disconnecting other devices that you’re not currently using (eg. laptops, smart TVs or game consoles).  2. Restart your router. This will clear its cache and make room for new devices to join the network. Troubleshooting on VR Headset 1. Exit the app on all phones and the VR headset, make sure you kill the app completely on all devices. 2. Start the game/app again on all devices. Troubleshooting on Mobile Devices Issue on one mobile device: 1. Press the settings button on the top right corner. 2. Quit to main menu. 3. Rejoin the game. If that doesn't solve the issue: 1. Close all running apps. 2. Restart device. 3. Start the app again. Issue on all mobile devices: 1. Exit the app on all mobile devices and the VR-headset, make sure you kill the game/app completely on all devices. 2. Start the game/app again. Where can I report a bug? You can report any bugs you may find in this forum thread, or submit a support ticket at https://www.resolutiongames.com/support. I have encountered a problem. Where can I get support for the game? Check out our troubleshooting guide to solve the most common problems. If that doesn’t help, please submit a support ticket at https://www.resolutiongames.com/support and we will help you look into it.

You have less than a month to decide if you're going to protect or steal the golden acorns. Acron: Attack of the Squirrels! will be arriving on Steam on August 29! Add the game to your Steam wishlist today. https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/35214259/31cdd65bbdee5226cad8f5e2280e430ed3278863.png