xREL.v3

Update v3.0.8:
Added:
- description of available controls when you pick up a Matrioshka

Fixes:
- tweaks and enhancements in the audio department
- some audio tweaks during dialogues
- small fix in the new Singular Scene Loading System, accessed in the options menu
- some fixes when shooting photos and added an additional spot to make one
- small animation fixes during side quests

Update v3.0.7:
Added:
- Singular Scene Loading System - in the options menu, now you can select the Singular Scene Loading option. It enables the previous loading system which loaded the scenes one by one, section by section. This loading system should fix the crash issue that users with low-end PCs have unfortunately encountered. Please note that each section will load after you interact with the hatch.

Fixes:
- Dmitrij's animation when he's walking through the hatch
- the submarine's radio receivers have been adjusted
- animation in the "Tea" side quest

Update v3.0.6:
Fixes:
- main quest navigation has been improved
- side quest GUI has been improved
- viewing items in 3D has been improved

Update v3.0.5:
Fixes:
- walking path for one of the NPCs in Vidyayevo and on the submarine
- visual improvement of double doors in section VI

Update v3.0.4:
Fixes:
- Vidyayevo has received a rework: completely redesigned some of its areas and increased its framerate. Players should expect a much smoother experience.
- Kursk has received a lighting update: all of the submarine's sections have rebuilt lighting. Players should also expect a much smoother experience.

Update v3.0.3:
Fixes:
- input issue during QTE sequences
- the player being "stuck" in Act III

Update v3.0.2:
Fixes:
- slightly adjusted the NPC's patrols
- small animation tweaks during quests and the bike mini-game

Update v3.0.1:
Added:
- new hacking mechanic:

Remember the peace and quiet during your hacking attempts when you were simply focused on the mini-game itself? That peace is now gone. Sailors will now patrol their sections and you don't want to be caught red-handed!

Adding this gameplay mechanic brings a whole new experience as not only you have to complete the hacking process, but you have to be aware of your surroundings. Timing is key!

- crosshair:

A much requested feature - now you will be able to toggle a crosshair in the options.

Fixes:
- optimization:

We've been working hard in bringing a much smoother experience to our players. You should see improvements in almost all areas of the game. Please note that we are still working on optimizing the Vidyayevo part of the game, so please stay tuned for more info on our progress in this matter.

- small tweaks

Update v2.1.5:
Added:
- new interaction mechanic when using the stairs and ladders (no need to press the interaction button now)
- new conversations between sailors on board of the vessel, it should be more lively now
- PDA starting as soon as you end a major event in the story
- game will now save your progress after you pass through sections
- 4 keyboard presets (you can now choose from 4 control settings)

Fixes:
- Bike mini-game (adjustments and minor tweaks)
- small fixes

Update v2.1.4:
Fixes:
- an issue with water transparency and the Kursk model when set on the lowest graphical setting
- a save issue during the Full Maneuvers quest
- TV material in the hotel room
- some minor graphical tweaks in the final scene of the game

Update v2.1.3:
Added:
- some changes to how some sections load (all sections are now loaded from the start of the scene, no more loading between sections (with the exception of act 3 - we'll get there!))
- further optimization (especially on low and medium graphics settings)

Fixes:
- automatic graphics settings detection is more accurate

Update v2.1.2:
Added:
- Pirates of the Caribbean has received some minor visual and gameplay enhancements

Fixes:
- Pirates of the Caribbean sidequest issue which caused saves to malfunction

Update v2.1.1:
Fixes:
- lighting in the very first scene of the game
- Ship Defender mini-game controls = should be a bit easier to manouver now
- automatic graphics settings detection = now it should automatically set the game quality to your PC's specifications