LandRocker Weekly Progress Report #15: Week 19 Highlights

Welcome to this week’s LandRocker Progress Report! Our team has been focusing on enhancing gameplay, refining user experience, and introducing new features. This update combines the latest developments from our Telegram updates, live roadmap, and the most recent game release. Dive into the details below to see what’s new:

Special Events and Announcements

Here are our main announcements from the previous week:

Certik Voting Mission: LandRocker has achieved the #1 rank on Certik with a 90.41 security score, but we need your support to stay on top.

Exclusive Access and Pre-Alpha Launch of Battle of Mars: We’re excited to announce that the pre-alpha launch of Battle of Mars is happening within the next 24 hours! Selected users now have full access to test the latest version, including all rovers and weapons.

LandRocker Telegram Miner App Whitelist Closed: The whitelist event for the LandRocker Telegram Miner App is officially full! Congratulations to the first 500 participants who secured their spot and a chance to win 1 Ethereum, alongside exclusive rewards like the Telegram Rover NFT.

Operation Unity with Immutable: LandRocker has joined forces with Immutable to strengthen our operations as we continue to revolutionize the Play-to-Earn (P2E) gaming space.

Version Updates

Release Notes: Version 0.6.70

This release brings several new features, gameplay improvements, and fixes, focusing on enhancing the overall player experience.

New Features:

• PTE and PTL Onboarding: Addressed and fixed various issues in the onboarding processes for both PTE and PTL modules.
• Analytics & UI Enhancements: Added new analytics events in the lobby and improved the user interface with scroll functionality in command detail sections, displaying requirements and rewards. Enhanced notification popups with new image UI for a better user experience.

Gameplay Improvements:

• Adjusted enemy health and balanced various weapons, including updates to Rhino Level 1 stats.
• Enhanced the mini-boss fight with the Crab model, adding new animations and increasing overall difficulty.
• Updated Rhino charge damage stats and balanced weapon mechanics in the first phase.

Onboarding & Tutorial Enhancements:

• Refactored onboarding steps and added new tutorials to improve player experience in PTL.
• Resolved issues with finding goal areas after flying in tutorials.

Fixes and Improvements:

• Fixed loading direction issues in the play-to-earn end menu and resolved minor bugs in the inventory and token systems.
• Addressed issues with duplicate command cards during stress tests and made material panel adjustments.
• Added radar functionality for better navigation and refined character movement animations.

Refactor & Structure:

• Refactored PTL to align with the final structure and removed outdated prefabs.
• Separated development and production URLs for better action service management.
• Updated folders and naming conventions to improve organization and consistency.

New Visual and Gameplay Updates

Our design team has been working diligently to bring new models and visual enhancements to life:

1. Add Controller to Lite Game: Enhanced the Lite Game by adding 3D planets and rovers, enabling players to explore planets in immersive detail and earn valuable elements.
2. Design of New Mini-Bosses: Introducing the CrabBrain and Batsect, two new mini-boss enemies to challenge players with unique mechanics and styles.
3. Modeling and Animating: High-poly modeling and detailed rigging and animation for these mini-bosses have been completed, enhancing their visual presence in-game.

Marketplace and NFT Updates

We are continually expanding and enhancing our in-game economy and marketplace:

1. Revamped Marketplace Experience: Redesigned the marketplace for smoother navigation and a streamlined interface, making it easier for players to buy, sell, and trade assets.
2. Tactical Tools Section: A new section in the marketplace providing players access to specialized equipment that enhances strategy and gameplay.
3. Enhanced NFT Capabilities: Introduced new attributes to select NFTs, increasing their value with unique properties such as mining efficiency bonuses and combat enhancements.

Looking Ahead

Battle of Mars and Beyond:

• Battle of Mars Pre-Alpha Testing: The pre-alpha testing phase is now live, allowing players to explore early features and provide valuable feedback. Our team is closely monitoring the gameplay experience to ensure everything runs smoothly and meets our high standards.
• Telegram Mini App Early Access: Early access to our Telegram mini app is opening soon. The team has been diligently modeling and preparing assets, including rovers and sound effects, to guarantee an immersive and dynamic experience for our community.
• P2P Marketplace: The development of our P2P marketplace is progressing, offering players the ability to buy, sell, and trade rare NFTs and crafted items. This feature is set to launch soon, expanding the economic opportunities within the LandRocker universe.

NFT and Economy System Enhancements:

• KPI-Driven Economy System: A robust system that rewards players based on their in-game contributions, aligning token value with active participation.
• Sustainable Economy Design: We are building a sustainable in-game economy where NFTs act as valuable, tradable assets, encouraging long-term engagement and growth.

That’s all for this week’s progress report! Keep mining, exploring, and conquering the universe with LandRocker. Stay tuned for more updates and, as always, keep pushing forward, soldiers!