v0.1.25

Changelog - Major Gameplay Improvements & Quest System!

This update brings huge upgrades to gameplay depth, UI experience, and NPC interactions!

Smarter Combat & Enemies

• Hostile NPCs now attack the nearest target, not just the player.
• Low-tier enemies got a buff, stay sharp!
• NPCs now use items and special combat abilities.
• Combat now features regeneration mechanics and visible damage indicators.
• Ammo is now typed and managed with checks and drops, choose your shots wisely!

Dynamic Progression

• XP and stat upgrades now scale dynamically and exponentially,  progression feels more rewarding (and challenging).
• Random starting gear is now balanced to keep early runs interesting.

Fully Featured Quest System

• Introducing the QuestGiver module: NPCs can now offer quests with dialogue options.
• New quest conditions system allows for more varied and engaging objectives.
• Quest icons are displayed above NPCs, with better visibility and quest tracking.

UI and Helper Upgrades

• New helpers for consistent list rendering, scrolling, and resolution scaling.
• Improved list navigation with a new ListScreen mixin.
• Quest markers are now always visible when they should be.

Controls

• Press R to pass your turn and wait, perfect for setting up your next move in combat.

More polish and bugfixes under the hood to make everything feel smoother.

Have fun, and let us know what you think!