S29 Honor Of Kings Big Update part 2

Patch Released: Sept 22nd, 2022

A. New "Skill Picture-in-Picture"

We have observed that players need to observe real-time footage in multiple areas when casting certain abilities. Therefore, in order to facilitate players' observation, a "skill picture-in-picture" function has been added in a single game: when players release some skills that take effect off-screen, a small window to help observation is automatically triggered.

B. Teleportation skills, default camera position optimization

We found that when players release the teleportation skills, the need to observe the end position of the skill is much greater than the need to observe their own position. Therefore, when the player uses teleportation skills, the camera will be positioned at the end position by default to optimize the player's visual experience when casting spells.

C. "Camera Follow Skill" function optimization

In the previous version, in order to facilitate players aiming at long-range skills, the "Camera Follow Skill" function was opened. However, we found that the opening function setting may interfere with the player's operation, resulting in a low opening rate of this function. Therefore, in this version, we have greatly optimized the "reasonableness" and "usability" of this function, in order to look forward to Bring a more comfortable experience to players.

Optimized the "Camera Follow Skill" function in a brief: When the player drags the skill wheel to aim, if the skill indicator is beyond the screen range, the camera will automatically shift to the aiming direction.

Optimization 1:

The triggering method of lens shift is more reasonable, unnecessary lens shift is reduced, and the skill release experience is smoother

Optimization 2:

Customize the lens offset parameters for each skill individually, making the experience more comfortable

Optimization 3:

The experience is more complete, covering all hero skills.

D. Lu Bu's Ultimate Optimization

We found that in the process of releasing his ultimate, Lu Bu could easily lose target information by aiming downwards. In response to this problem, we optimized the usability of Lu Bu's ultimate.

E. Liu Bang's Ultimate Optimization

We found that in the process of releasing the ultimate move, Liu Bang released the second skill again, and the position of the indicator did not match the actual casting position. In response to the above problems, we have optimized it so that during Liu Bang's release of the ultimate, the indicator will appear directly from the end position of the ultimate move when he releases the second skill, so that what you see is what you get.

E. Liu Bang's Ultimate Optimization

We found that in the process of releasing the ultimate move, Liu Bang released the second skill again, and the position of the indicator did not match the actual casting position. In response to the above problems, we have optimized it so that during Liu Bang's release of the ultimate, the indicator will appear directly from the end position of the ultimate move when he releases the second skill, so that what you see is what you get.

F. Shadow Vanguard Button Release Optimization

In order to make it easier for players to choose any branch to release the Shadow Vanguard, we have optimized the release logic of the Shadow Vanguard button on the basis of retaining the existing operations such as short-pressing to release the Shadow Vanguard on the branch where the player is located.

H. Mechanism feature information performance optimization

There are a lot of mechanisms and features in Kings Canyon, whether it is a battlefield or a hero, a considerable part of which is very important and requires players to be able to observe clearly so that they can make correct operations and decisions. However, we found that some of the relatively important mechanisms of many heroes were not displayed in a suitable way, which not only hindered the learning and mastery of hero skills, but also caused the opponents to be difficult to pay attention to. These mechanisms cannot make the correct coping behavior.

Based on the above background, we decided to make a series of corresponding optimization adjustments in this update. Including, for some heroes, the casting timing bar that supplements the effect of their key skills; the icon presentation that simplifies the increase and decrease of attributes; and for some heroes, the information presentation form that beautifies or supplements some key mechanisms and characteristics (mainly for various relatively important the stacking and timing mechanism). It is hoped that through these optimizations, players can more easily learn and master the skills of the heroes they use, and at the same time, they can better interact and fight with other players. Optimization adjustments include the following 4 items:

1. Added skill casting timing bar

In order to allow players to better grasp the effective duration of skills, we have added timing bar tips to some heroes' continuous skills.

Applied skills:

Cao Cao (Ultimate), Kai (Ultimate), Dian Wei (Ultimate), Cheng Yaojin (Ultimate), Zhuang Zhou (Ultimate), Li Xin (Skill 3), Shangguan Waner (Ultimate), Lao Fuzi (Skill 2), Sun Wukong (Skill 2), Luban No. 7 (enhanced basic attacks).

2. Status Icon optimization

In order to allow players to better grasp the buffs or debuffs of hero skills, we have optimized the style of attribute icons to make them clearer and more obvious. At the same time, we will apply attribute icons to more hero skills, and allow the enemy and allies to see the attribute icons, so as to help players better understand the effect of hero skills and improve the clarity of confrontation.

Applied heroes:

Ming Shiyin, Cao Cao, Li Bai, Huang Zhong, Kai, Bodhidharma, Sun Ce, Niu Mo, Li Bai, Xiang Yu, Lao Master, Han Xin, Hua Mulan, Li Xin, Dunshan, Meng Tian, ​​Charlotte, Mi month and so on.

3. Passive Stack optimization

In order to allow players to better grasp the mechanics and skills of heroes, we have carried out an overall overhaul and optimization of the characteristic bar.

Optimization 1: Optimization of art performance

We have optimized the color and style of the feature bar, involving heroes: Di Renjie, Huang Zhong, Baili Shouyue, Irene, Goya, Han Xin, King Lanling, Mozi, Yunying, Shiranuiwu, Wu Zetian, Bodhidharma , Liu Bei et al.

Optimization 2: Add a countdown function in the feature bar

A countdown function has been added to the feature bar, which is convenient for players to grasp the duration of the mechanism, involving heroes: Hou Yi, Cao Cao.

Optimization 3: Added feature bars for some heroes

In order to allow players to better grasp the hero mechanism, some heroes have added characteristic bars, such as Lu Bu, Zhuge Liang, Li Bai, Ma Chao, etc.

3. Passive Stack optimization

In order to allow players to better grasp the mechanics and skills of heroes, we have carried out an overall overhaul and optimization of the characteristic bar.

Optimization 1: Optimization of art performance

We have optimized the color and style of the feature bar, involving heroes: Di Renjie, Huang Zhong, Baili Shouyue, Irene, Goya, Han Xin, King Lanling, Mozi, Yunying, Shiranuiwu, Wu Zetian, Bodhidharma , Liu Bei et al.

Optimization 2: Add a countdown function in the feature bar

A countdown function has been added to the feature bar, which is convenient for players to grasp the duration of the mechanism, involving heroes: Hou Yi, Cao Cao.

Optimization 3: Added feature bars for some heroes

In order to allow players to better grasp the hero mechanism, some heroes have added characteristic bars, such as Lu Bu, Zhuge Liang, Li Bai, Ma Chao, etc.