Driveloop News

Hey Loopers!

We've been hard at work improving the Driveloop demo based on your feedback, and today we're rolling out a new update packed with improvements, balance and tweaks.

[h2]🚗 Gameplay & UI Improvements[/h2]

• New End Screen Stats! Now you'll see a short breakdown of your run when you finish. This is a first version, and it will improve with every update.
  
• Player Stats Panel on Pause Screen. Keep track of your progress mid-run! Also will be improving over time.
  
• Better Upgrade UI. Hover effects and materials adjusted for better clarity. Now it also shows if an item is new, and if it's not, shows the current level and the max level it can reach.
  
• New level up sound.
  

[h2]🔥 Combat & Balance Tweaks[/h2]

• Ion Beam Buffed. More damage, more destruction!
  
• Sawblades Buffed. Get ready to shred through enemies more effectively.
  
• Kamikaze Flocks Nerfed. Less frustrating, more fair.
  
• Fire Sound Adjusted. A bit lower now for better audio balance.
  
• Enemy Projectile Adjustments. Now slightly bigger and deals a bit less damage.
  
• Crew Member Pickups Improved. No more weird collisions with the balloon. Smooth pickups all the way!
  
• Ranged drones slightly tuned down.
  

[h2]🔧 Bug Fixes & Other Improvements[/h2]

• Fixed some Typos in Descriptions.
  
• Removed some wrong collisions on some parts of the map.
  
• Fixed some issues on the roads visibility.
  
• New Music Added. More tracks to keep the adrenaline pumping!
  
• Crew member pickup arrows changed to something bigger and more visible.
  

We’d love to hear what you think about the new demo update! Jump in, test the latest changes, and let us know your thoughts. Your feedback helps shape Driveloop!

👉 Join our Discord to chat with us and the community: https://discord.gg/E7ZNTVYPf7

Thanks for your support, and keep those engines roaring! 🔥

Join us live during Steam Next Fest for an exclusive look at the Driveloop demo! Get behind the wheel in this high-octane, car-combat survivor game. Don’t miss your chance to test-drive the demo and be part of the ride from the very start.

Join the community on Discord and share your thoughts!

Are you ready?

🚗🔥 Driveloop Update – Ramming, Combat, and XP Tweaks! 🔥🚗

Hey loopers! Another update is here, packed with balance improvements, bug fixes, and quality-of-life enhancements to keep your runs fast, smooth, and action-packed!

🏎️ Ramming & Combat Upgrades
✅ Ramming armor buffed – Crash into enemies with more force!
✅ Ramming made easier – Adjustments make collisions more responsive and satisfying.
✅ Machinegun and Syphon buffed – More firepower where it matters!
✅ Shotgun Crew Member range increased – More effective in close-quarters combat.

⚖️ Balancing & Progression
✅ XP and enemy spawns reworked – Smoother difficulty scaling and pacing.
✅ Sandstorm warning lasts longer – More time to react before the storm hits!
✅ Dual Framing buffed – Improved life sustain for better survivability.
✅ Nitro buffed – Now has a 30-second cooldown instead of 40, so you can boost more often!

🔧 Fixes
✅ Sawblades now get destroyed properly – Some sawblades were not being destroyed upon touch, now that's fixed.
✅ Critical chance and bullet spread fixed – Crits now trigger correctly, and bullet spread behaves as intended.
✅ Crash fixes – Resolved an issue causing crashes in the main menu.
✅ F11 no longer changes window mode – Prevents conflicts with Steam bindings.

✨ Polish & Quality of Life
✅ New fonts for better readability – Some text has been updated for a clearer look. We're still fine-tuning this, so expect further improvements!
✅ Localization improvements – Including updated German translations.
✅ UI tweaks and general polish – Small improvements to enhance your experience.
✅ New Controls & Aim Mode Selection Screen – Before your first run, you'll see a screen showing controls for both gamepad and keyboard/mouse. You can also choose between Automatic or Manual aim/shoot mode—this can be adjusted anytime in the settings menu.

And as always, this is just the beginning! More updates and improvements are on the way. Try out the latest version and let us know what you think!

👉 Join the discussion in our community: Join our Discord!

See you on the battlefield! 🚗💥

🚗🔥 The Driveloop Demo is LIVE – Try it Before Launch! 🔥🚗

The wait is over! Driveloop will launch on 9th of April, and we have a new trailer to celebrate. At the same time, the Driveloop Demo is available now on Steam for free, giving you a first taste of high-speed, high-explosive vehicle combat ahead of our April 9th Early Access release!

This is our biggest update yet, packed with new content and improvements since the last playtest. Here's what’s waiting for you:

🆕 What’s New?

✅ New Spare Parts – More items to pick up from when upgrading your car!
✅ New Crew Members – More allies with unique firepower to support you!
✅ New Enemies & Bosses – More deadly robotic threats to crush!
✅ New 3D Menu & UI Overhaul – A fresh look and better navigation!
✅ More Explosions, More Chaos! – Bigger effects, better feedback, and smoother gameplay!
✅ Tons of Balancing & Bug Fixes – The best version of Driveloop so far!

And this is just the beginning! We’re adding even more content and improvements leading up to Early Access on April 9th!

🎮 Try the demo, let us know your thoughts and ideas, and get ready for launch!

Your feedback helps us refine the experience before launch! Let us know what you think, report issues, and suggest ideas in our Discord community:

👉 Join here: https://discord.gg/YjATbJeg9

🎬 And lastly, you can check out here our new trailer!
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See you on the battlefield! 🚗💥

🚗💥 Thank You for an Amazing Playtest! 💥🚗

Hello everyone!

The Driveloop playtests have officially ended, and we are beyond grateful for the incredible support and feedback you’ve given us. Your participation has been invaluable in shaping the game, and we’re excited to share what’s next!

[h2]Playtest Recap[/h2]
The playtests were our first opportunity to let you get behind the wheel of Driveloop, and the response was phenomenal. Here are some highlights:

• You loved the chaotic mix of drifting, ramming, and shooting, but we’ve noted your feedback on balance and pacing improvements.
  
• Visual feedback was a common request, and we’ve already started improving areas like the health bar and ability indicators.
  
• The placeholder boss sparked discussions, and we’re happy to confirm that unique, polished bosses are coming soon.
  
• Sound design tweaks and adjustments to pickup mechanics were also top of mind, and changes are on the way.
  

[h2]What We Learned[/h2]
Running multiple playtest weekends gave us incredible insights into what works and what needs refining. Here’s what we focused on:

• Playtests were live from 00:00 GMT+1 Fridays to 23:59 GMT+1 Sundays, giving players focused windows to engage with the game.
  
• Access was rolled out gradually, with players keeping access for subsequent playtests.
  
• Our Discord community became a hub for feedback, bug reports, and discussions, fostering direct interaction with you and among players.
  

[h2]What’s Next?[/h2]
The playtest was just the beginning. We’re now shifting focus to building a robust demo with tons of new content and features. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming:

• New vehicles, enemies, and abilities to expand gameplay variety.
  
• Enhanced map-specific mechanics for a more immersive experience.
  
• Continued rebalancing and iteration based on your feedback.
  
• Improved visual and audio feedback across all mechanics.
  

Thank you again for being part of this journey!

We’re so excited to continue developing Driveloop with your insights and support. Want to stay involved? Join our Discord to share your thoughts, connect with other players, and get the latest updates:

👉 https://discord.gg/YjGATbJeg9

We can’t wait to show you what’s next—stay tuned for more chaos! 🚗🔥