What changed in Awesomenauts in 2014

168 updates · 28 main milestones · Apr 10, 2014 to Dec 17, 2014

  1. 83 events
    New community-created botsnew content

    Added several new bots created by the community.

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    Healthbar visibility changegameplay

    Healthbar and name hidden from enemy players in hide areas.

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    New announcer: Coconew content
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    Added language setting to in-game options menuquality of life
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    New Song Addednew content
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    New achievements addednew content

    8 new achievements including character specific ones.

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    Fixed visibility of damage increase icon in stealthbug fix
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    Colorblind Setting Addedquality of life
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    Russian Language Supportlocalization
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    AI modding tools enhancementmodding

    Added settings for bots to aim more like humans.

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    New Lonestar Skinnew content
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    New language: Russiannew content
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    Two New Announcersnew content
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    Global chat featurenew contentMilestone

    Introduced various chat rooms for in-game communication.

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    Improved auto camera feature in replaysperformance

    Better selection of moments for auto camera.

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    8 new achievements addednew content

    Introduced new achievements, including character-specific ones.

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    Healthbar visibility changesquality of life

    Healthbar and name are now hidden from enemy players in hide areas.

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    Colourblind functionality improvementsquality of life

    Added settings for colourblind players to change healthbar colors.

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    Removed Genji bot from the gamebug fix

    Genji bot was underperforming compared to others.

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    New song: Sirens Before The Stormnew content
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    Removed Genji bot due to performance issuesbug fix

    Genji bot's win percentage was below average.

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    Auto camera option in replaysgameplay

    Added option to follow only one team in replays.

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    Core's damage state visual effect improvedvisuals
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    Wraith Stone item adjustmentschanges

    Testing new upgrade solutions based on player feedback.

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    Polished sound for Lonestar's gunaudio

    Lonestar’s gun now has a new sound effect.

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    Improved auto camera feature in replaysperformance

    Better selection of moments for replays.

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    Global chat featurenew contentMilestone

    Introduced various chat rooms for players to discuss tactics and find games.

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    Visual indicator for skills with secondary press interactionquality of life

    Added visual indicators for specific skills.

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    Added community-created botsnew content

    New bots include Derpl, Penny Fox, Raelynn, Scoop, Sentry, Skølldir, and Yuri.

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    Improved anti-aliasing on textperformance

    Enhanced readability of text in the game.

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    New minimap featuresnew content

    Naut icons are now visible on the minimap.

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    Capped profile name length in main menuquality of life

    Profile name is now capped to 16 characters.

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    Premium skin: Loninator (Sheriff Lonestar)new content
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    Fixed collision issues with grenades and glass platformsbug fix
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    Extra voice lines for SUSI announceraudio
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    Nine New Achievementsnew content
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    AI modding Toolsmodding

    Added settings to allow bots to aim more like a human.

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    Fixed freeze issue during startup and game quitbug fix
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    Auto camera option in replaysquality of life

    Added option for auto camera to follow only one team in replays.

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    In-Menu Global Chat Featureui ux
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    Fixed AFK timer settingsbalance change

    AFK timers corrected to 120 and 180 seconds.

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    Fixed stealth damage increase icon visibilitybug fix
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    Minimap Naut iconsgameplay

    Naut icons are now visible on the minimap.

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    Added language setting to in-game options menuui ux
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    Batch of Polish and Balance Changesbalance change
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    Nine New Achievementsnew content
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    Fixed AFK timersbalance change

    AFK timers were reset incorrectly in a previous patch.

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    New language: Russiannew content
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    Colorblind Setting Addedquality of life
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    Visual countdown for Eye of Aiguillon invisibility buffvisuals
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    New announcer: Wildlife documentarynew content
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    New Song Addednew content
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    Scoreboard timer for dead playersgameplay

    Scoreboard now shows a timer for players that are dead.

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    Fixed collision issues with grenades and glass platformsbug fix
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    New announcer: Coconew content
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    Improved attack graphics for various charactersvisuals

    Multiple characters received improved attack graphics.

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    Wraith Stone item adjustmentschanges

    Re-evaluating the usefulness of Wraith Stone item.

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    Added impact sounds for hitsaudio

    New sounds for hits based on character type.

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    General improvements to character availabilitybalance change

    Gnaw, Raelynn, and Ayla are now available from the start.

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    Improved attack graphics for various charactersvisuals

    Enhanced visuals for several character attacks.

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    In-Menu Global Chat Featureui ux
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    Improved anti-aliasing on textperformance

    Text is now clearer and less pixelated.

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    Batch of Polish and Balance Changesbalance change
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    General improvements for character availabilitybug fix

    Gnaw, Raelynn, and Ayla are now available from the start.

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    Two New Announcersnew content
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    New song: Sirens Before The Stormnew content
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    Split SFX volume settingsui ux

    SFX volume split into voices, announcer, and other SFX in options menu.

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    New festive background for main menunew content

    Changed the background to something more festive for the holiday season.

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    Improved visual effects for Core's damage statevisuals
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    Background main menu updatenew content

    Changed to a festive background for the holiday season.

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    New Lonestar Skinnew content
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    Visual countdown for Eye of Aiguillon invisibility buffvisuals
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    Visual indicators for skills with secondary press interactionui ux
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    Extra voice lines for SUSI announceraudio
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    Premium skin: Loninator (Sheriff Lonestar)new content
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    Fixed freeze issue during startup and game quitbug fix
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    Polished sound for Lonestar's gunaudio
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    Capped profile name lengthquality of life

    Profile name in main menu capped to 16 characters.

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    Russian Language Supportlocalization
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    Added impact sounds for hitsaudio

    New sounds for when characters are hit.

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    New announcer: Wildlife documentarynew content
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    Colourblind functionalityquality of life

    Added setting to change healthbars for colourblind players.

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    Scoreboard timer for dead playersnew content

    The scoreboard now shows a timer for players that are dead.

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  2. 2 events
    Coco Nebulon Announcer Introductionnew content

    An all new announcer, Coco Nebulon, will be introduced in Patch 2.8.

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    Coco Nebulon Announcer Introductionnew content

    An all new announcer, Coco Nebulon, is coming with Patch 2.8.

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  3. 2 events
    New Achievements in Patch 2.8new content

    Introducing brand new Steam Achievements with the upcoming Awesomenauts Patch 2.8.

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    New Achievements in Patch 2.8new content

    Brand new Steam Achievements are being added with Awesomenauts Patch 2.8.

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  4. 4 events
    Patch 2.8 BETA 1 Launchother

    The beta for Patch 2.8 is now live for backers of the Awesomenauts: Starstorm campaign.

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    Patch 2.8 BETA 1 Launchother

    The beta for Patch 2.8 is now live, available for backers of the Starstorm campaign.

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    Global Chat Feature Introducednew content

    A new Global Chat feature has been added for players to communicate.

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    Global Chat Feature Introducednew content

    A new Global Chat feature has been added for players to communicate.

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  5. 2 events
    Wraithlord Scoop Skin Releasenew content

    A brand new skin for Scoop, named Wraithlord Scoop, is being introduced in Patch 2.7.

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    Wraithlord Scoop Skin Releasenew content

    A brand new skin for Scoop, Wraithlord Scoop, is coming with Patch 2.7.

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  6. 7 events
    New Awesomenaut Scoop Availablenew contentMilestone

    Players can now play as the new Awesomenaut Scoop in the beta.

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    New Awesomenaut: Scoopnew contentMilestone

    Introducing Scoop, a Gelati knight who will aid the Awesomenauts against the Omicron threat.

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    Introduction of new Awesomenaut: Scoopnew contentMilestone

    A new character, Scoop, the Gelati knight, is introduced to the game.

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    New Awesomenaut: Scoopnew content

    Play as the new Awesomenaut Scoop in the 2.7 Beta.

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    Patch 2.7 Beta Launchother

    The beta for Patch 2.7 is now live with various new improvements and features.

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    Patch 2.7 Beta Accessother

    Beta access is granted to those that backed the Awesomenauts: Starstorm campaign.

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    Feedback Invitationother

    Players are encouraged to provide feedback on the official Awesomenauts Starstorm Forums.

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  7. 7 events
    Matchmaking Overhaul PlannednetworkMilestone

    Plans to move matchmaking to its own dedicated server for better control and improvements.

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    Buff to All Damage and Health Numbersbalance changeMilestone

    All damage and health numbers will be multiplied by 10, enhancing gameplay experience.

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    Buff to All Damage and Health Numbersbalance changeMilestone

    All damage and health numbers will be multiplied by 10, enhancing gameplay experience.

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    Level Editor Releasednew content

    Completion of the Level Editor stretch goal as part of the crowdfunding campaign.

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    Crowdfunding Campaign for Matchmakingother

    Funds from the crowdfunding campaign will be directed towards enhancing matchmaking and game improvements.

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    Matchmaking Overhaul PlannedgameplayMilestone

    Plans to move matchmaking to a dedicated server for better control and improvements.

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    Level Editor Releasednew content

    The Level Editor stretch goal has been completed and is now available.

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  8. 2 events
    Introduction of Beginner Missionsnew content

    New missions designed to guide new players through the early stages of the game.

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    Introduction of Beginner Missionsnew content

    New missions designed to guide new players through the initial stages of the game.

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  9. 14 events
    New Skin: Grim Genjinew content

    A new skin available for purchase, designed during the fan skin design contest.

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    New Shop MechanicgameplayMilestone

    No more loadouts, choose from all items available to a character, with a maximum of 3 items per row!

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    Balance Improvementsbalance change

    New tricks and balance improvement to many characters.

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    New Skins: Jotunn Skolldirnew content

    Jotunn Skolldir skin available for purchase.

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    New Map: AI Station 205new contentMilestone

    A new map that will replace AI Station 404 in the online map rotation.

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    New Shop Mechanicshop

    No more loadouts, choose from all items available to a character, with a maximum of 3 items per row!

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    New Skins: Leon Legionnairenew content

    Leon Legionnaire skin available for purchase.

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    New Profile Screenui ux

    Check out your stats and accomplishments in greater detail!

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    New Skin: Jotunn Skolldirnew content

    A new skin available for purchase, designed during the fan skin design contest.

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    Balance Improvementsbalance change

    New tricks and balance improvement to many characters.

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    New Profile Screenui ux

    Check out your stats and accomplishments in greater detail!

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    New Skin: Leon Legionnairenew content

    A new skin available for purchase, designed during the fan skin design contest.

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    New Skins: Grim Genjinew content

    Grim Genji skin available for purchase.

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    New Map: AI Station 205new contentMilestone

    A new map that will replace AI Station 404 in the online map rotation.

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  10. 2 events
    Three New Skins Added in Patch 2.6: Reloadednew content

    Introducing three entirely new skins as part of the 2.6: Reloaded update.

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    Introduction of 3 New Skinsnew content

    Patch 2.6: Reloaded will add 3 entirely new skins to the game.

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  11. 1 event
    Introduction of Grim Genjinew content

    The Void Moth's Prophet is coming in Patch 2.6 with the introduction of Grim Genji.

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  12. 16 events
    Expanded Item Selection During GameplaygameplayMilestone

    Players can now choose from all available items during the game, enhancing build control.

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    Increased Item Selection During GameplaygameplayMilestone

    Players can now choose from all available items during the game, enhancing strategic options.

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    Removal of LoadoutsgameplayMilestone

    The loadout system has been completely removed to improve gameplay options and reduce frustration.

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    Introduction of New Shop Interfaceui uxMilestone

    A new shop interface has been introduced with expanded shelves and 6 options per skill row.

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    New Map: AI Station 205new content

    Players can now play on the new map, AI Station 205.

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    New AI Charactersnew content

    Players can now test their skills against new AI characters.

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    Introduction of a New Shop Interfaceui uxMilestone

    A new shop interface has been introduced with expanded shelves, allowing 6 options per skill row.

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    New AI Charactersnew content

    Players can now test their skills against new AI characters.

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    Replay Featuresnew content

    New replay features have been added for players to utilize.

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    New Map: AI Station 205new content

    Players can now play on the new map AI Station 205.

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    Removal of Loadout SystemgameplayMilestone

    The loadout system has been completely removed to improve gameplay and item selection.

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    Updated Profile Screenui ux

    The profile screen has been updated for better user experience.

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    Replay Featuresnew content

    New replay features have been added for players to review their matches.

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    New Shop Systemgameplay

    A new shop system has been introduced for players to use.

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    New Shop Systemgameplay

    A new shop system has been introduced for players to test.

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    Updated Profile Screenui ux

    The profile screen has been updated for better user experience.

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  13. 2 events
    New AI Bots Added in Patch 2.6ai

    Several new characters have been added to the bot list and various old ones have been seriously improved.

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    New AI Bots Added in Patch 2.6ai

    Several new characters have been added to the bot list and various old ones have been seriously improved.

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  14. 4 events
    New Map: AI Station 205new content

    Replacing AI Station 404 in the matchmaking map rotation.

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    AI Station 404 Available in Custom Gamesgameplay

    AI Station 404 will still be playable in custom games despite being removed from matchmaking.

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    AI Station 404 Available in Custom Gamesgameplay

    AI Station 404 will still be playable in custom games despite its removal from matchmaking.

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    Introduction of AI Station 205 Mapnew content

    AI Station 404 will be replaced by the new AI Station 205 in the matchmaking map rotation.

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  15. 4 events
    New AI editor featurenew content

    A new feature allowing players to edit AI has been introduced.

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    New 'Naut: Skreenew contentMilestone

    Introducing a new playable character, Skree.

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    New AI Editor Featuremodding

    Added a brand new AI editor feature for enhanced customization.

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    Introduction of new 'Naut: Skreenew contentMilestone

    A brand new character, Skree, has been added to the game.

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  16. 4 events
    Replay Featurenew content

    Players can now access replays of their matches from the Main Menu, with automatic saving of every match replay.

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    Replay Feature Addednew content

    Players can now access replays from the Main Menu, with automatic saving of every match played.

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    New Character: Sentrynew contentMilestone

    Introducing Sentry, a powerful robot character who can turn enemy damage into an asset. Available with Starstorm DLC.

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    New Character: Sentrynew contentMilestone

    Introducing Sentry, a powerful robot character that can turn enemies' damage into an asset. Part of the Starstorm DLC.

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  17. 2 events
    Introduction of Sentry X-58 Awesomenautnew contentMilestone

    A brand new Awesomenaut character named Sentry X-58 will be added in patch 2.4.

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    Introduction of Sentry X-58 Awesomenautnew contentMilestone

    A brand new Awesomenaut character, Sentry X-58, will be added in patch 2.4.

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  18. 10 events
    Three new character skins addednew content

    Includes the long-awaited Cynical Vinnie skin.

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    New in-game song added: 'I'll Make You a Star, Baby'audio

    New track added to the music mix for Starstorm owners.

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    Introduction of Penny Fox as the 17th Awesomenautnew contentMilestone

    Penny Fox is now available for players with the Starstorm expansion.

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    New In-Game Song Addedaudio

    A new track titled 'I'll Make You a Star, Baby' is now part of the in-game music mix for Starstorm owners.

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    Three New Skins Addednew content

    Includes the long-awaited Cynical Vinnie skin among others.

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    Improved Graphical Effectsvisuals

    Various in-game effects have been polished, including shinier solar coins and enhanced airstrike visuals.

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    Comprehensive Character Balance Tweaksbalance changeMilestone

    All characters received various balance adjustments in this update.

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    Improved graphical effectsvisuals

    Various in-game effects have been polished, including solar coins and airstrikes.

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    Penny Fox Joins as New Awesomenautnew contentMilestone

    Penny Fox is now the 17th member of the Awesomenauts, available for Starstorm expansion users.

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    Comprehensive balance tweaks for all charactersbalance changeMilestone

    All characters received various balance adjustments.

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