Exverse Quarterly Update : New Maps, Sneak Peeks, and More!

Overview

Hey Exversians, thanks for dropping by! This month’s update is packed with cool stuff— from our latest playtests to some fresh features we just rolled out, plus a sneak peek at what’s coming next. Whether you’re a longtime player or just getting started, there’s plenty to catch up on. Let’s dive in!

1. Updates

From our very first Alpha Tournament, the Exverse team has been busy playtesting and transforming the game. We’re on a mission to make Exverse as esports-focused as possible, which means we’re constantly tweaking and perfecting it based on feedback. Check out the major changes and additions we’ve made!

Modes

Mode select screen.

New Mode Added: Team Deathmatch
One of the most requested modes from our community is Team Deathmatch, featuring a unique point capture mechanic designed to keep the action fast and the camping at bay.

Since these changes bring fresh gameplay dynamics, we’ve also introduced an assist system and revamped our leaderboard and ranking parameters to match.

2. Maps

2.1 City Streets

Construction Area.

The City Streets map has been reworked in its entirety to feature new areas that add to the layers of strategic positioning. New point capture zones have been integrated for Team Deathmatch, destructive environment, ladders and yes, more explosive barrels.

City Streets Club.

Club Rooftop.

Garage.

2.2 Martian Research Base

Martian Research Base Overview

We’ve introduced several map enhancements, including sniper cover with sand pits, revamped cover in capture-point zones (such as the Drilling Building, Garage, and Greenhouse), a reduced sandstorm duration, as well as vertical ladders and explosive barrels.

View of the Garage and Greenhouse.

Drilling unit.

Skirmish at Greenhouse.

2.3 Port (New Map!)

Port Overview

Introducing our newest map — Port, which you might remember from our New Year playtest. Port boasts a vast landscape, plenty of hiding spots, impressive verticality, and dynamic weather conditions.

Rain weather in Port.

Container Zone.

3. Overall Additions

The core gameplay has gone through a myriad of upgrades and additions, adding in new mechanics and quality of life improvements.

3.1 Animations

1. Overhauled Running Animations with weapons (for all weapons)
2. Overhauled Katana and Knife Animations (all animations)
3. Added Weapon and Grenade Inspection Animations
4. Added Animations for Interacting with Vertical Ladders

Colt 1901 inspect.

3.2 Gameplay

• Vertical Ladders Mechanic Added
• Weapon Balance Adjusted
• Destructible Surfaces and Walls added (wood, drywall)
• Explosive Barrels added
• Players can use melee weapons while sprinting
• Using melee weapons increases movement speed
• Rebalanced Weapons
• Laser Beam added when aiming with the Gustav sniper rifle (reveals position, prevents prolonged camping
• In Spectate mode, the camera no longer resets when the observed player dies
• Shotgun Spread Mechanic changed
• New Tournament Mission Types introduced

Drywall destruction.

Exploding barrels.

3.3 Movement

• Movement Completely Revamped for more dynamic and smoother action
• Camera Shake added (during explosions, jumps, and falls)
• Smooth Weapon Sway added
• Air Control improved for jumps and falls
• Increased Camera Tilt when sprinting, jumping, or sliding
• Climbing Overhaul: players can grab onto objects during a jump

3.2 Visuals & Graphics

• Lighting System Improved (more volumetric lighting)
• DX12 and Shader Model 6 enabled
• Nanite support activated

The [REDACTED] Factory.

3.3 Technical Improvements

1. Matchmaking System Overhauled
2. UI Code Refactoring
3. Weapon Slot Refactoring and revamp of the weapon pickup system
4. Network Code Optimization
5. Bug Fixes

3.4 Sound

1. SteamAudio Added — a spatial audio processing system providing realistic reflections, attenuation, and occlusion
2. New Hit Sounds added for hits on players (separate sounds for headshots and body shots)

Wrapping Up

Thanks for sticking with us through this update! Your support and feedback fuel our journey, and we’re excited to keep growing Exverse with you. If you enjoyed this post, don’t forget to:

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Stay tuned for more updates, and as always, thank you for being an essential part of our journey!

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