Hello everybody! We’re happy to inform you that another fantastic SRB2 update has landed on your doorstep. Here are the key changes in SRB2 v2.2.11:
- Removed the framerate limit: Using interpolation, SRB2 can now run at far more than 35fps, allowing for smoother looking 60fps gameplay (or much higher on supported monitors). You can set a custom limit at the bottom of Video Options.
- Fixed error 503: This prevented some players from accessing the ingame Master Server browser. If you’ve been having trouble using the Master Server, give it another try.
- Support larger characters in ERZ: Addon characters with large collision boxes, such as Ryder the Falcon, can now complete ERZ. We introduced some new gravity-related elements you can add to your maps as a part of this fix. Read about them here.
- Added support for the Universal Doom Map Format (UDMF): UDMF is a more flexible and powerful map format that allows for easier editing and more complex level designs. This long-awaited feature is a game-changer for mappers, opening up new possibilities for custom levels.
- The implementation isn’t set in stone. We intend to make changes to it based on mappers’ feedback if necessary.
- The UDMF map editor is not complete. Until it is complete, you can find the latest build pinned in #udmf on our Discord server.
- You can convert your existing map to the new format, but older levels should continue to work as normal (let us know if they don’t!)
- UDMF maps are allowed to be submitted to the OLDC!
- Better rendering in large levels: Levels that used to break the renderer by the sheer size of their rooms should be far more visually stable now.
- Improved Lua command/cvar safety and added basic rate limitation for Lua file access: Helps prevent addons from writing too much data to hard disk, among other things.
There are plenty of other bug fixes and other improvements. Check out the changelog for a complete list.
We appreciate your continued support and feedback as we work on our favorite project. You would probably appreciate getting the new patch and start playing. Enjoy!