v0.0.2 Changelog - August 21st 2025

Changelog – Version 0.02

New Features

• Added random item box cheat command for testing.

• Introduced vehicle customization, including early support for cosmetic attachments and paint.

• Added temporary vehicles and parts for testing.

• Implemented save game functionality with loadouts.

• Added local multiplayer support, allowing multiple players to join, use different items, and see visible player name tags.

• Created a garage scene with a preview pawn and basic UI.

• Introduced checkpoint and item box feedback systems, including flashing indicators when players are teleported.

• Added initial AI item usage system.

• Implemented an AI placement system to track checkpoint progress and racer standings.

Improvements

• Inventory updated to support proper item stacking.

• Main Menu redesigned for clarity and now supports controller input (work in progress).

• Options Menu expanded with graphics and control settings.

• Camera placement and garage navigation improved.

• AI driving significantly enhanced:

  • Can now reverse when needed.

  • Properly drives on both sides of the road.

  • Uses adaptive speed and predictive steering.

  • Can now overtake other racers.

• General UI consistency improvements across menus.

Fixes

• Resolved multiple build stability issues.

• Fixed a bug where car wheels would unexpectedly fall off.

• Fixed crash when removing players and returning to the menu.

• Corrected player spawn issue where players occasionally failed to appear.

• Improved controller navigation in menus.

• Fixed checkpoint distance indicators not displaying correctly.

• Improved reliability of checkpoint progression in multiplayer matches.

Changes

• Removed outdated AI Racer system, replaced by new overtaking and adaptive AI behavior.