Lost Relics Reveals Major Update Featuring New Input System, Revamped Mechanics & More
The huge new update for Lost Relics brings with it a new input system, updated Health and Energy mechanics, stackable consumable items, and more.
Lost Relics, a blockchain action RPG on Enjin, is getting a huge update introducing a host of changes and improvements, among which are a new input system, revamped Health and Energy mechanics, stackable consumable items, and lots more.
Previously, players had no choice but to make their way through dungeons using a click-to-move system, with no option to move your character using keyboard controls. This update finally changes that, adding WASD controls while using the mouse for attacks and camera rotation, and the E key for picking up items and interacting with various objects. This is now regarded by the developer as the best way to play the game, and while controller support is included, it’s not completely functional at the time of writing, as it’s not possible to control the interface for the time being.
If you don’t want to play this way, then there are alternative movement options you can choose from, one of which is similar to the one that’s been used so far.
Alongside keyboard support, there is also a new input system that lets you set your own key bindings if the default ones don’t suit you.
The Health and Energy systems have been adjusted to provide “a more balanced gameplay experience.” This is done by changing the maximum health to be more in line with the Energy system, so your maximum health now increases as you level up. According to the update notes, the Energy requirements have been overhauled in order to “harmonize with the other changes implemented,” with the goal of providing “a seamless and cohesive experiences.”
The power attack option, which is the one you likely used the most, is now completely gone, leaving only one attack option for players to use, but one that is possible to chain, with every attack using a bit of Energy. This now also makes it possible to “move while attacking” with some weapons. As for the triple shot arrows you could do using a bow power attack, the post states that this will make a comeback via another feature at some point in the future.
Some consumable items can now actually be stacked, giving you room to carry more useful items on your adventures, meaning that one inventory slot can now fit in 2 of the same item.
Alongside these substantial changes, there are plenty more included with this update, such as a revamped aiming system, enhanced camera controls, player & monster stat adjustments, improved Morphing ability, upgraded interface, stackable consumable items, and more. You can get all the related info in the official patch notes found in this Medium post.
