- UPDATE 4 + PATCHNOTE #30
- # 🾠**Patch Notes: Improved Monster Encounters**
- Hello, Zookeepers!
- We’re thrilled to introduce **Improved Monster Encounters**—a major update packed with exciting changes to combat and gameplay. Check out the details below!
- With the introduction of these major updates, **some players might encounter issues with older save files**. Please rest assured that we are actively working on addressing this.
- To ensure a smooth experience, we **recommend starting a new game session** to avoid potential errors.
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- ## âš”ï¸ **New Combat System**
- - **Locked in Battle**: You are now **trapped in the enclosure** with the monster.
- - **Every Action Matters**: Each action and resource is crucial for **survival**.
- - **Boss Battles**: Gates now **close** during boss fights.
- - **Dart Containers**: Added **containers** to supply darts for the fight.
- - **Stronger Monsters**: Monsters now have **increased health**.
- - **Damage Over Time**: Attacks now deal gradual damage.
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- ## 🩺 **New Monster Healing System**
- - Healing the boss is now **separate** from combat.
- - After defeating the boss, you can choose to **heal** or **kill** it.
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- ## â˜ ï¸ **Player Death**
- - Fighting a monster can now **cost your life**.
- - **Health Indicator**: A new player health bar appears during fights.
- - If your health runs out, the monster will **kill** you.
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- ## 🧬 **Parasitic Infection**
- - Parasite infections now weaken you during battles.
- - **PDA Update**: A new **infection level tab** has been added to the PDA.
- - Higher infection levels reduce your health, making fights **more dangerous**.
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- ## 🾠**Monster Spawning**
- - Boss appearances are now **more unpredictable**.
- - Monsters attack when you **least expect it**.
- - Spawn rules for monsters have been **overhauled**.
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- ## 😈 **New Monster Behavior**
- - Monsters are now **more aggressive**.
- - They’ve gained new, **unique traits**, making encounters tougher.
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- ## 🎵 **New Monster Sounds**
- - A variety of **new combat sounds** have been added for monsters.
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- These updates bring new intensity and excitement to the game! Let us know your thoughts—we’re excited to hear your feedback.
- With love,
- 💚 **Clapperheads Team** 💚