Elegant Horse Studios

 

Version 0.2.0 Release

New Features, Improvements, and Fixes for Driving Is Hard

We’re excited to announce the release of version 0.2.0 for Driving Is Hard! This update brings a host of new features, improvements, and bug fixes that enhance gameplay and refine the experience.

New Features
  • Car Auto-Roll: Now, if your car flips upside-down, it will automatically roll back onto its wheels, helping you get back into the action faster.
  • Parachute Mode Adjustment: When the parachute is activated, the car will now face the camera, giving you better visibility and control during jumps.
  • Voice Lines: We’ve added new story-related and falling voice lines to deepen the game’s narrative and add more character to your driving journey.
  • Version Display: The build version is now displayed in-game, so you’ll always know which version you’re playing.
  • Automatic Save System: A new local save system has been implemented, ensuring your progress is automatically saved as you play.
 
Improvements
  • “Potato” Quality Settings: Enhanced settings make sure the game runs smoother on lower-end systems, so more players can enjoy the game.
  • Ambience Sounds: The Snowy Mountains biome now has enhanced ambience sounds, creating a more immersive atmosphere as you navigate this challenging area.
  • Level Difficulty: We’ve fine-tuned the difficulty across levels, balancing the gameplay to provide a more challenging yet rewarding experience.
  • Car Handling: Minor improvements have been made to car handling for smoother controls.
  • Updated UI: We’ve refreshed the UI for better usability, helping you navigate the game more intuitively.
  • End Screen: The end screen has been polished for a more satisfying conclusion to your runs.
 
Bug Fixes
  • Audio Stuttering: Audio playback issues after multiple restarts have been resolved.
  • Player Animation: Fixed issues with player feet animations for a more polished look.
  • Sun Rotation Glitches: No more sun rotation glitches—enjoy a smoother visual experience.
  • Mid-Air Multi-Jumps: This exploit has been fixed to keep gameplay fair.
  • Subtitle Text: Corrected subtitle text for improved clarity and accuracy.