Eris Online Alpha 5 – Game Engine Upgrade to Unity 6

Florida, USA — Independent developer Stone Carter Studios today announces the release of Alpha 5 for its dark-fantasy sandbox MMO, Eris Online, featuring a significant upgrade to the game’s engine by migrating from Unity 2022 to Unity 6.

Alpha 5 Highlights

• Unity 6 Upgrade:
  The transition to Unity 6 brings access to WebAssembly 2023, improving performance for web-based games. This upgrade supports up to 4 GB of memory, doubling the previous limit of 2 GB, allowing for larger texture sizes and better graphics.

• Improved Performance:
  The new engine version enhances overall game performance, enabling the development team to focus on adding content without compromising optimization.

• UI Toolkit Integration:
  Unity 6 introduces a new UI system called UI Toolkit. The development team has migrated to this system to streamline UI development and address limitations of the previous UI system.

• Gameplay Enhancements:
  Based on community feedback, several gameplay improvements have been implemented:

  • Freelook Camera: An optional freelook camera mode has been added, allowing players to adjust their view for a more immersive experience.
  • Swimming Animation Adjustment: The player character’s swimming animation has been refined to ensure proper positioning on the water’s surface.

Why This Matters

The Unity 6 upgrade marks a pivotal step in Eris Online’s development, enhancing technical capabilities and player experience. The improvements in performance and graphics lay the groundwork for future content additions and gameplay features.

How to Access Alpha 5

To experience the latest updates, visit demo.erismmo.com. A forum account is required to log in. Please note that the game is still in alpha development, and players may encounter bugs or incomplete features.

Looking Ahead

The development team continues to work on expanding Eris Online’s features and content. Future updates will build upon the enhancements introduced in Alpha 5, aiming to provide a richer and more immersive gameplay experience.

About Stone Carter Studios

Stone Carter Studios is an independent indie studio developing Eris Online, a community-driven dark fantasy sandbox MMORPG focused on emergent gameplay, open-world PvP, and player-defined legacy. The game evolves through active player participation and iterative development.