GAME MAKER 0.10.10 UPDATE

The game has been updated to use The Sandbox's Game Maker 0.10.10.

CHECKPOINT

 Checkpoints are now available. They have been placed at significant locations around the map, allowing players to use the command '/respawn' to return to the last activated checkpoint. 

PATRICIAN HALL

 Players with specific NFTs now able to visit the Patrician Hall. Players can do multiple quests related to the Colosseum.

COLOSSEUM

Players can battle against gladiators in a hack and slash mode instead of the normal Roach Uprising Battle System. Players will be rewarded with Bottle Cap(s) to boost their score, and Elixir of Rebirth(s) that could revive defeated Roach Soldier Squad.

ELIXIR OF REBIRTH

Elixir of Rebirth can be used to revive defeated Roach Soldier Squad in the campaign area (not included for 'Annihilation' quest for balancing reason).  Players can drop this elixir on a defeated Roach Soldier Squad to revive them and get them ready for another battle.

GAME MAKER 0.10.9 UPDATE

The game has been updated to use The Sandbox's Game Maker 0.10.9.

NEW SIDE QUESTS

 Players can encounter new side quests after reaching the Roach King's throne, such as finding orphan roachlings, gathering roach cookies, and placing a weapon order with the blacksmith. 

MINOR FIXES AND ADJUSTMENT

1.  The Battle System has been adjusted so that the rats won't make the focus stance multiple times in a row.

2.  Changed the Battle Reputation calculation system where the score increase size capped at +100 (with 5+ win in a row) and/or -150 (with 5+ defeat in a row). This hopefully prevent some game crashes.

3. Lowered the Battle Reputation requirement for "Roach Strikes Back" quest unlock from 500 to 400 to reflect the lower number generated with the new Battle Reputation calculation system.

GAME MAKER 0.9.11 UPDATE

The game has been updated to use The Sandbox's Game Maker 0.9.11.

MINOR FIXES AND ADJUSTMENT

1.  "Roach Soldier Squad" NPC in front of the Throne Room has now been changed to "Roach Battle Guide" for clarity of purpose. 

2.  Some dialogues have been adjusted to reduce the likelihood of players accidentally skipping the Battle System explanation. 

3.  The Battle System has been adjusted to reduce the randomness of rats' actions based on their emotions. 

This is the first update since the game released in 11 December 2023.

SINGLE-PLAYER

 Long requested, Roach Uprising now works only as a single-player game. To incorporate additional features and ensure a more stable gaming experience, we have transitioned Roach Uprising from a multiplayer game to a single-player one. With this change, we aim to provide players with a more enjoyable experience and increased fun within the game. 

NEW BATTLE SYSTEM

 Previously, when players engaged a rat in battle, the rat would attack randomly based on chances. With the new Battle System, rats will display visible emotions that could affect their actions. There are six emotions that can be observed from rats in battle: anger, caution, confidence, focus, and nervousness.

Players can predict the rats' actions based on their emotions. For example, when a rat becomes angry, there's a high chance it will execute a “Heavy Attack” on your squad. Other emotions will also influence the rats' actions, which players will be able to observe when they engage in battle with the rats.

NEW TYPE OF RAT

 The update added a new type of rat to battle with. Previously, there were two types of rats that players could battle: the Rookie Rat and the Bone Rat, which dropped a Bronze Badge (30 pts) and a Silver Badge (50 pts) respectively. The new rat is called the Headhunter Rat, which has 7 Health Points, 2 points higher than the Bone Rat, and will drop a Gold Badge (100 pts). 

BATTLE REPUTATION

 The update added another system called 'Battle Reputation.' Battle Reputation increases as you defeat a rat in battle. When you defeat rats consecutively, the Battle Reputation increases even further. However, if you lose a battle, you will lose some Battle Reputation, and consecutive losses will decrease it even more. Once you earn enough Battle Reputation, which is 500 points, a new quest for the Endless Battle will be unlocked. 

ENDLESS BATTLE

 The update introduced a new system called the endless battle, labeled as the "Roach Strikes Back" quest in the game. Players can engage in continuous battles with rats that only conclude upon the players' defeat. This enables players to significantly increase their contribution points by defeating rats consecutively. However, this feature can only be triggered once per game session. 

QUICK TRAVEL

 To facilitate travel within the expansive game world, the update introduced a quick-travel feature. Travel Guards are now available to teleport players between the game's four main areas: Sewer, Toilet, Bedroom, and Ceiling. This feature can only be unlocked after players complete the "Roach Run" quest and encounter the Roach King in the Throne Room.

OTHER CHANGES

There are some slight changes in the environment, particularly in the Sewer and the Ceiling, which are expanded for the new features. There's also new climbable asset in the Toilet area so players with larger avatars can climb through.

KNOWN ISSUES

There are some known issues mainly stemming from the Sandbox Game Maker 0.9.10 software:

1. Players may suddenly be unable to climb assets. This issue may occur occasionally, and unfortunately, there is no fix available at this time. The only workaround is to restart the game.
2. There is a possibility that the game could freeze if players engage in battles with a large number of rats in the new endless battle feature. This issue may occur due to optimization problems that we are currently working to resolve.