🎮 Faint Frontiers - Version 0.4.0 Release Notes

📅 Release Date: 2026-03-01  Play Now!

🗺️ Campaign Map Progression System

• 🌐 New Graph-Based Map: Completely redesigned campaign progression with an interactive map system featuring smart pathfinding
• 🚶 Area Travel Logic: Seamlessly travel between connected map nodes with improved navigation and area transitions
• 🎨 Enhanced Campaign UI: Revamped map interface with clearer visual presentation and better user experience

🤖 Enemy AI Overhaul

• ⚡ Smarter Enemy Behavior: Lurker and Spitter enemies now feature more intelligent and predictable behavior patterns

🎮 Combat & Movement Enhancement

• 💨 Refined Movement Physics: Movement now feels smoother and more responsive with better weight and control
• 🔄 Snappy Direction Changes: Improved precision when changing directions for tighter gameplay
• 🏃 Improved Dash Mechanics: Dash feels punchier and more satisfying with better control after dashing
• 📊 Better Balance: Player stats have been fine-tuned for improved overall gameplay experience

🐛 Bug Fixes

• ☠️ Fixed critical player death bug that occurred during area transitions
• 🔴 Fixed damage flash effect persisting incorrectly after scene changes
• 🔊 Resolved sound volume inconsistencies between menus
• 🚫 Fixed issue where players could get stuck in areas and unable to travel to adjacent nodes