0.6.5

The Classrooms 0.6.5 Update

We’re excited to share our latest update! This update focuses on engine improvements, performance boosts, and a host of new settings to help you fine-tune your experience. Check out the highlights below:

1. Engine Upgrade & Stability Improvements

New Engine Version: Upgraded to a more stable and feature-rich engine—this is also the version we’re using for our upcoming multiplayer update. Expect smoother performance and enhanced stability across the game!

2. Graphics Settings Overhaul

• Quality Presets: Quickly select between Low, Medium, High, Ultra, and a specialized Steam Deck preset optimized for handheld play.

• Advanced Customization: Fine-tune your visuals with individual graphics options, including:

• LOD Bias

• Shadow Resolution

• Ambient Occlusion

• Screen Space Reflections & Shadows

• Subsurface Scattering

• Texture Quality & Texture Streaming

• Mirror Reflections

• Anisotropic Textures

• Light Distance & Draw Distance

• Particle Raycast Budget

• Skin Weights & Hair Effects

• Anti-Aliasing

• Motion Blur & Depth of Field

• VHS Bleed, White Line Tape Noise, & Scanlines

• Advanced Lens Effects

• Water Effects

• Alembics

• DLSS (Experimental): Leverage NVIDIA’s Deep Learning Super Sampling on supported systems for better performance and sharper visuals.

3. Performance Enhancements

• New LODs for Props: We’ve introduced multiple Levels of Detail to props, substantially improving performance in The Poolrooms and all other Tapes.

• Optimized Tapes: Further tweaks and optimizations yield better frame rates throughout every Tape.

• Improved Vent Culling: Enhances performance in areas with heavy vent usage.

4. World & Content Updates

• Interactable Props: Many additional objects now feature physics-based interactions for greater immersion.

• Lockers in Poolrooms: Keep an eye out for loot in lockers—you never know what you might find.

• Playrooms Lighting Overhaul: Enjoy a more atmospheric experience with revamped lighting.

• Improved Models: Various levels now showcase upgraded models for a crisper and more polished look.

5. Bug Fixes & Tweaks

• Fixed Centipede Footstep Sounds

• Resolved Missing Stairwell Wall

• Removed Santa Hat for certain entities during non-holiday death cutscenes

• Corrected Glitchy Wall Lamps in Library

• Fixed Floating Light Switch in certain bathroom tiles

• Anti-Gravity Objects Bug Squashed

• Removed Redundant Splash Screen

• Fixed mic bar occasionally not detecting footsteps and physics sounds

6. New Features & User Options

• Profanity Filter: Toggle on to replace strong language with safer alternatives.

• Reset to Default Settings: Roll back all settings to their original state if needed.

Thank you for your support and feedback! We hope these upgrades provide a smoother, more customizable experience. Keep the feedback coming, and stay tuned for more updates—especially our upcoming multiplayer release.

Enjoy the 0.6.5 update, and we’ll see you in The Classrooms!