The Classrooms 0.6.5 Update

We’re excited to share our latest update! This update focuses on engine improvements, performance boosts, and a host of new settings to help you fine-tune your experience. Check out the highlights below:

1. Engine Upgrade & Stability Improvements

New Engine Version: Upgraded to a more stable and feature-rich engine—this is also the version we’re using for our upcoming multiplayer update. Expect smoother performance and enhanced stability across the game!

2. Graphics Settings Overhaul

• Quality Presets: Quickly select between Low, Medium, High, Ultra, and a specialized Steam Deck preset optimized for handheld play.
  
  
• Advanced Customization: Fine-tune your visuals with individual graphics options, including:
  
• LOD Bias
  
• Shadow Resolution
  
• Ambient Occlusion
  
• Screen Space Reflections & Shadows
  
• Subsurface Scattering
  
• Texture Quality & Texture Streaming
  
• Mirror Reflections
  
• Anisotropic Textures
  
• Light Distance & Draw Distance
  
• Particle Raycast Budget
  
• Skin Weights & Hair Effects
  
• Anti-Aliasing
  
• Motion Blur & Depth of Field
  
• VHS Bleed, White Line Tape Noise, & Scanlines
  
• Advanced Lens Effects
  
• Water Effects
  
• Alembics
  
• DLSS (Experimental): Leverage NVIDIA’s Deep Learning Super Sampling on supported systems for better performance and sharper visuals.
  

3. Performance Enhancements

• New LODs for Props: We’ve introduced multiple Levels of Detail to props, substantially improving performance in The Poolrooms and all other Tapes.
  
• Optimized Tapes: Further tweaks and optimizations yield better frame rates throughout every Tape.
  
• Improved Vent Culling: Enhances performance in areas with heavy vent usage.
  

4. World & Content Updates

• Interactable Props: Many additional objects now feature physics-based interactions for greater immersion.
  
• Lockers in Poolrooms: Keep an eye out for loot in lockers—you never know what you might find.
  
• Playrooms Lighting Overhaul: Enjoy a more atmospheric experience with revamped lighting.
  
• Improved Models: Various levels now showcase upgraded models for a crisper and more polished look.
  

5. Bug Fixes & Tweaks

• Fixed Centipede Footstep Sounds
  
• Resolved Missing Stairwell Wall
  
• Removed Santa Hat for certain entities during non-holiday death cutscenes
  
• Corrected Glitchy Wall Lamps in Library
  
• Fixed Floating Light Switch in certain bathroom tiles
  
• Anti-Gravity Objects Bug Squashed
  
• Removed Redundant Splash Screen
  

6. New Features & User Options

• Profanity Filter: Toggle on to replace strong language with safer alternatives.
  
• Reset to Default Settings: Roll back all settings to their original state if needed.
  

Thank you for your support and feedback! We hope these upgrades provide a smoother, more customizable experience. Keep the feedback coming, and stay tuned for more updates—especially our upcoming multiplayer release.

Enjoy the 0.6.5 update, and we’ll see you in The Classrooms!