Development Log – November 2024: Core Character Controls, Ranged Weapon System Overhaul, and Projectile System Enhancements

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Core character movement and aiming controls have been refined, alongside a complete overhaul of the ranged weapon system and improvements to bullet projectile and hit detection. Additionally, key game and player data management systems were refactored for enhanced maintainability and reliability.

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[GAMEPLAY]

  • Implemented and refined core mouse-based character movement and aiming controls. Units now accurately rotate towards the aiming direction.
  • Completely overhauled the ranged weapon system. This includes new weapon behaviors, modifiers, adjustable weapon spread, and the integration of visual effects.
  • Improved bullet projectile system and hit detection. Bullets now directly interact with damageable entities, eliminating the need for redundant raycasts and enhancing combat efficiency.
  • Adjusted bullet hit masks and re-enabled serialized damage range for consistent damage application.
  • Applied specific adjustments to the Overwatch game mechanic.

[GRAPHICS]

  • Resolved visual display issues with laser sight dots, ensuring accurate targeting feedback.

[FIXED]

  • Addressed and resolved issues with core game data references, improving stability.

[TECHNICAL]

  • Refactored key game and player data management systems, transitioning from ScriptableObjects to serialized data for enhanced maintainability and reliability.
  • Updated source control .gitignore file.

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