Intrepid Studios has released the patch notes for Weekend 7 of Ashes of Creation Alpha 2, bringing a host of improvements and fixes to the game.
Key Highlights:
- Visual Enhancements: Players on lower graphics settings can now enjoy improved visual effects fidelity. Additionally, observing other players in motion is smoother, especially in less populated areas. Animation smoothing has been added to various mounts and movement scenarios.
- Gameplay Fixes: A crucial fix addresses an issue where respeccing would prevent the proper application of skill points until the menu was reopened. The bug preventing XP debt accumulation at max level has also been resolved.
- Stability Improvements: The patch includes a range of fixes for both server and client crashes, enhancing the overall stability and reducing instances of unexpected disconnections.
- User Interface Refinements: The user interface has received several updates, including improved iconography across all panels, updated backgrounds for storage and skill trees, and enhanced visual fidelity for buttons. The breath bar and raid frame panel have also undergone visual improvements.
Other Notable Changes:
- Added a confirmation prompt when attempting to cancel a processing job.
- Adjusted various descriptions and typos to improve clarity.
- Fixed several bugs related to the user interface, including issues with scroll bars and inventory slots losing their borders.
These patch notes demonstrate Intrepid Studios’ commitment to refining the Ashes of Creation experience based on player feedback and identified issues. As Alpha 2 progresses, players can expect further improvements and new content to be introduced.
Disclaimer: This is a summary based on available information. For the complete and official patch notes, please refer to the official Ashes of Creation channels.