Essentials Build: beta

Hey folks, it's been a while! I've prepared a new build that brings the game up to date with the Switch version, plus a few extras. It's mostly quality of life stuff, but I've also made it a bit easier to access some content as well (super secret level, ending cut scene).

• add loading screens in many places

• remove fugly "Gamepad recommended" screen

• change "Buy" key to E for keyboard/mouse, add dedicated icon

• always show Space secret exit

• always show ending (even if not starting from first level)

• add Cosmocat splash screen

• add support for D-pad movement/aiming (note: the game was designed for precise aiming with analog stick, so there are many places you'll want to use this instead)

• improved HUD

• add Discord link to pause menu

• drop 32-bit Windows support

This is currently in the beta branch. I'll promote it to the main branch in a few days if nothing explodes.

If you don't currently own the game and are interested in checking it out, I've got a few keys up for grabs via the Cosmocat Discord--just drop me a line in the #operation-hardcore channel.