Qualdrin 3.0.5 patch notes: Cutscene and Options

​In a continued effort to be more direct in what I want players to learn and do, I created a cutscene introducing the Bottom Feeder and how it behaves. I also added an Options menu to provide additional options for accessibility.

Bug fixes

• None

Design changes

• Added introductory cutscene highlighting what happens when enemies and blocks hit the Bottom Feeder.
• Added Options menu.
  • Can mute or unmute sound effects (to reduce stimulation for those with cognitive challenges).
  • Can turn starry background on or off (to reduce stimulation for those with cognitive challenges).
  • Can turn Bottom Feeder stage hazard on or off (to reduce difficulty if necessary).
  • Can play with standard number of lives (5) or more lives (50) (to reduce difficulty if necessary).

Known bugs

• High scores are not properly sorted. 
• When editing controls, you can set the same key for multiple controls.
• Text for the gamepad controls doesn't display properly.
• Can't use the Tab key to switch between game control types. (Usability bug)
• Under testing - Most players don't notice or understand what the Bottom Feeder does. (Design bug)