Hustle Tag Update: Introducing Evil Mage & Enhanced Game Experience

Overview

This update heralds the arrival of a new character, Evil Mage, and introduces a suite of features aimed at enhancing the player experience in Hustle Tag. From technical gameplay innovations to atmospheric enhancements, here's what players can expect:

New Character: Evil Mage

• Abilities:
  • M1 (Spell Cast): Evil Mage wields dark energy to launch spells with a decent range and low cooldown, ensuring consistent offensive pressure.
  • M2 (Fireball): A chargeable fireball that can be directed mid-flight, allowing for dynamic tactical plays. Charging this spell slows down time for Evil Mage, aiding in strategic positioning. Upon firing, pressing M2 again redirects the fireball, offering unprecedented control and versatility.

Gameplay Enhancements

• Original Soundtrack: We're proud to introduce an original soundtrack tailored to Hustle Tag's dynamic environments and characters, enhancing the atmospheric depth from the main menu to the heat of battle.
• Main Menu and Music: A revamped main menu not only serves as your gateway to the action but now also immerses you in the world of Hustle Tag with thematic music, setting the tone for the battles ahead.
• Global Character Statistics: Accessible from the main menu, these statistics provide insights into character performance across all players, offering a data-driven look into gameplay dynamics.
• Custom Death Iterations & Loading Screens: Personalized death animations and informative loading screens add variety and depth to the game, making every moment count.

Technical and Quality Enhancements

• New Map: Explore new strategies and confrontations in an entirely new map, designed with unique terrains and strategic points catering to the diverse abilities of our characters.
• Character Interaction and Collision: Refined collision mechanics now allow interactions with the Statue character, including the ability to push and collide, opening up new strategic possibilities. Phaser can now phase through the Statue, adding a layer of tactical evasion.

Balancing Updates

• Evil Mage’s Slow Time Mechanic: The introduction of time dilation during the Fireball charge adds a strategic element to gameplay, requiring both Evil Mage and opponents to adapt their tactics.
• Trickster’s Vulnerability: Adjusting Trickster's M1 to include vulnerability periods introduces a balanced risk-reward dynamic to using its abilities.

Bug Fixes and Stability

This update includes comprehensive bug fixes and performance optimizations to ensure a smoother and more stable gameplay experience for all players.

Closing Thoughts

This update represents a significant leap forward for Hustle Tag, enhancing both the depth of gameplay and the overall atmosphere. The introduction of Evil Mage, coupled with our focus on immersive sound and technical refinements, aims to enrich the player experience. As always, we welcome your feedback and look forward to seeing how these changes play out in the community.

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being a part of the Hustle Tag journey.