Lady of Dreams Content Branch Update #2
2026-05-13This is the second cumulative update for Lady of Dreams, aimed at improving stability, fixing clunky jank, and adding new content. Highlights • Updated Physics Engine: Upgraded to NODE (Nuclear Open Dynamic Engine). • New Physics Module: Added DMM Physics. • Destructible Environments: Walls that need to be breached now feature a more realistic behavior model based on molecular physics. • Improved Level Streaming: Reduced stuttering and freezes during transitions between locations. • Reworked Portal System: Inter-arena portals are now more stable and guide the player forward more reliably. • Updated Credits. Gameplay • DMM Destructibles: Added breakable DMM-walls for breaching and destruction. • Wallrun Improvements: You can no longer wallrun on invisible walls. • Camera Fix: Fixed the "stuck camera tilt" issue occurring after a wallrun.
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• Weapon Balancing: Removed reload mechanics for weapons where it was redundant. Optimization • Faster Loading: Sped up arena loading and transitions. • Improved Pre-warming: Better pre-loading for assets and locations. • Reduced Stutter: Minimized freezes during the initial map spawn. • DMM Optimization: Optimized debris performance and cleanup after destruction. • Transition Stability: Improved overall stability after moving between arenas. Bug Fixes • Map Glitches: Fixed instances where the player could fall through the floor. • Enemy Spawns: Fixed incorrect bot spawning between arenas. • UI Fixes: Corrected ultra-wide/widescreen stretching for backgrounds and cover art in the Main Menu. • Demo Link: Fixed the "Buy Now" button link in the demo build. Demo • Updated Demo Build: The demo is now up to date. • Store Link: The demo now points to the correct, current store page. • Parity: The demo now includes all recent fixes for the menu, music, arenas, and transitions.
