Residue: World Heart - Changelog

[v2.0.1+ - Final Release Candidate] - 2026-02-15

🔥 Major Changes (Stability & Terror)

• System Purge: Completely removed the "Iron Lung" and "Neural Degradation" systems.
  • Rationale: These systems were causing instability and were deemed too intrusive (camera shake issues).
  • Result: smoother gameplay, fewer script errors, and removal of broken fog mechanics.
• Periphery Engine Overhaul:
  • Fixed: Corrected a critical math error where looking North (yaw 180/-180) caused "Panic Turns" to trigger constantly.
  • Tuned: Reduced "Jumpscare/Close Call" probability from 1% to 0.5%.
  • Tuned: Reduced "Distant Watcher" probability from 5% to 2%.
  • Result: Scares are now genuinely rare and terrifying, rather than annoying spam.

🛠️ Bug Fixes

• Crash Prevention: Fixed widespread InvalidEntityError logs in weather_container.js and periphery_manager.js.
  • Added isValid() guards to all asynchronous operations (e.g., storms, mind prisons) to safely handle player disconnects or deaths during events.
• Script Cleanup: Removed all lingering debug commands related to the Iron Lung from architect_debug.js to prevent confusion.

💀 Atmosphere & Polish

• Loading Screen Terror: Added custom loading screen tips to set the mood before the world even starts.
  • "The heart beats under your feet."
  • "Do not let the silence find you."
  • "If you see it, look away. If you hear it, run."

[Previously: High-Level Improvements]

🩸 Gameplay Mechanics

• Arterial Breach: Refined the heartbeat audio to be directional and targeted at the breach lip.
• Curse Logic:
  • Static Curse: Fixed rain/water detection logic.
  • Volatile Curse: Improved fire/lava contact triggers.