HOUND: AUTOMATON Steam news

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• Review score57% positive
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• Release dateOct 21, 2024
• DeveloperUuvana Studios
• PublisherUuvana Studios

Genres: Action

Company pages: Developer: Uuvana StudiosPublisher: Uuvana Studios

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HOUND: AUTOMATON Steam news

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Latest Steam announcements

• New Characters! - 14 November 2024

  Greetings. We've been hard at work on a new update and are thrilled to introduce some exciting additions to the game. Introducing METSURI - The New Hound Robot We're excited to unveil our second Hound robot: METSURI! This new hunter changes the game's dynamic, especially when it comes to outdoor environments. METSURI's Key Features: Equipped with a chainsaw Thermal vision capability Higher running speed than humans More sluggish turning and sprint start due to higher weight METSURI is designed to be a formidable opponent in outdoor areas, particularly countering the strong hiding spots provided by bushes. However, its sluggish movements make narrow corridors your best escape route! New Survivors In addition to METSURI, we're introducing three new survivors for you to unlock through gameplay. These new characters add more variety and strategy options to your survival attempts. We're exci…

• 2 New Maps - 1 November 2024

  It has been almost two weeks since HOUND: AUTOMATON launched. As the initial buzz fades, we're excited to revitalize the game with a new update featuring two new maps and interactive objects. We've also tweaked the nighttime lighting to enhance the gameplay experience. Let's dive into the major changes: New Maps Office This fully interior map offers sneaky hiding spots throughout, designed to run smoothly on lower-end systems. The Office features numerous doors that can be opened to play mind games with the Hound. Dockyard We aimed to capture the warehouse map's style and character with this new addition. The Dockyard boasts many buildings to climb and hide in, surrounded by a forest that provides excellent escape routes. Moonlight Update We've brightened the night to create a more moody atmosphere. While shadows and dark spots can still be used as hiding spots, the improved visibility…

• Bug Fixes, CPU Optimization & In-Game Chat - 23 October 2024

  We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has purchased and supported our game. Seeing so many players enjoying the experience we've created is incredibly exciting. Your enthusiasm drives us to keep improving and expanding the game. We're excited to bring you our latest update, which includes several improvements and fixes: New Feature In-game chat: Press Enter to open the chat window and communicate with other players while hiding in a bush. Performance Improvements CPU optimization: Animations are now less CPU-intensive when other players are out of sight. Reduced foliage: Bushes and small trees have been reduced by 20% to help find players in the forests. Balance Changes Human speed adjustment: Humans are now as fast as robots when uninjured, and 5% slower than robots when injured. Bug Fixes Fixed a climbing exploit in Cemetery tunnels. Resolved an issue where matche…

• RELEASE DATE: OCT. 21 2024 - 11 October 2024

  Greetings, Over 1,000 testers logged in and tried the game during our playtest week, and we're thrilled with how players received it and the fun they had. We've been working nonstop, and we're excited to announce that we're ready to launch on October 21st—just 10 days away! So get ready, load up your shotgun and movement sensors, and join us for the hunt. Now, let's dive into the playtest results. Playtest Feedback We're delighted that most players enjoyed the simple yet engaging hide-and-seek gameplay. We also received numerous ideas to add more variety in actions and game modes. We'll introduce some of these as customizable settings for sessions, while others will be implemented as separate modes after launch. The playtest also helped us uncover many bugs that our internal testing missed, making it a resounding success. We've already fixed all the issues found during the playtest. We'…

• Join the Hunt! - 27 September 2024

  Join the Hunt! The time has finally arrived for you all to join the Hunt for a limited-time testing period. We're excited to have you experience our game and provide valuable feedback! What's in the Game? Game Mode: Hide and seek Maps: 2 playable maps Hosting: Easy server configuration with multiple settings Multiplayer: Join public lobbies or play with friends via Steam Survivor Mechanic: Delay capture by pushing the robot, gaining precious seconds to escape Hunter Gadget: New throwable device that provides audio cues for nearby Humans, with intensity varying based on proximity Issue Reporting Please remember that this is an early build, and bugs are expected. We value your input in identifying and resolving these issues. You can report problems through the in-game menu or the main menu using the provided form. We'll begin addressing these issues next week. Known Issues: Push To Talk i…

• Playtest: September 27th - October 7th - 11 September 2024

  Greetings, We're thrilled to announce that we're now accepting playtest access requests to help us improve our game and identify any issues we might have missed. To join the playtest, visit our game's Steam page and look for the "Request Access" button under the "Add to Wishlist" button. Click it to join the waitlist and get notified when you can download and play the game. Important Dates: Playtest Start: Friday, September 27th Playtest End: Monday, October 7th We encourage you to join our Discord server, where we'll actively answer questions and discuss the game. It's the perfect place to share your thoughts and experiences during the playtest. Remember, this game is best enjoyed with friends! Don't forget to invite your buddies to join the playtest too. Why Participate? Be among the first to experience our game Help shape the game's development with your feedback Interact directly wi…

• DEVLOG 1 - 6 September 2024

  Greetings, This is our first devlog of a new photorealistic hide-and-seek party game. We've been working hard on adding mechanics and release content to the game and we'd like to keep you updated as often as we can. For more frequent updates on all things big and small, follow us on our Discord. Playtests Coming Soon We're gearing up for our first round of playtests, and we're excited to have the community join in! If you want to be part of the early gameplay experience, make sure to join our Discord Server. We'll be announcing the details there soon, and spots are limited, so don’t miss out! Push Mechanic We've added a new push mechanic for runners! If a runner gets up close and personal with the automaton, they can deliver a well-timed push to knock it down, giving them a few precious moments to escape. Of course, the automaton won’t stay down for long, so use it wisely! Check out the…

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