Dweller 1.17.6

Yet another release with bugfixes. Some pathfinding and rendering issues solved.


#184 Non discovered traps sometimes render using the wrong graphics
#185 Non discovered traps still gave an option to disarm in targeting mode
#175 Incorrect quest description for the Crown of the Goblin King quest
#172 Make sure that non-discovered traps and other features aren't shown on the minimap
#186 Fix problem with pathfinding in 1.17.5

Dweller 1.17.5

After the recent changes to the targeting/look mode a couple of players have sent me bug reports where they have encountered a null pointer when switching to targeting mode. It turns out that this was caused by switching to targeting when no suitable target was in sight. This has now been solved along with a few path finding issues and other minor bugs. A big thank you to everyone who sent in bug reports!


#178 Potion of Change showed duplicate messages
#179 Inventory weight was calculated incorrectly
#180 Trying to buy an item that is too heavy for you to carry will now properly display this if you try to buy it
#181 Trapdoor graphics did not change after it was triggered by the player
#171 Pathfinding must avoid visible traps
#182 Pathfinding did not avoid braziers and monsters/NPCs
#183 Switching to targeting mode caused a null pointer of no target was nearby

Dweller 1.17.4

Yet another bug fix release. This time I did however also add a few new rooms to the dungeon.

#166 Wands and scrolls were limited to a maximum range of 1
#168 Scrolls used on inventory (enchant, recharge) gave an out of range message
#167 Targeting reticle still being drawn after disarming a trap/closing/opening a door
#169 Add more room designs to the dungeon
#170 Fix problems with target cycling, target reticle and messages

Dweller - more fixes

Mainly fixes for the J2ME version of Dweller, but also a fix to the equipment cycling while in targeting mode (primarily an issue on non-touch enabled devices)


#144 Hitpoint text in character portrait doesn't fit in small screens
#164 Fix broken equipment cycling while targeting
#165 J2ME: Background of map wasn't cleared properly

Dweller 1.17.2 - bugfix release

It was to be expected with such radical changes to map rendering ... Bugs. Many bugs. All of them solved now. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Dweller 1.17.0

A new version of Dweller has been released. The new version contains a lot of bug fixes for recently introduced bugs with the improved rendering and from the new Use commands. Some of the changes for this release breaks save game compatibility. You will not be able to continue a saved game if you upgrade. Full change log:

#150 J2ME UI issues after 1.16.10 release
#142 Android: OutOfMemory when creating bitmap cache
#154 It's not possible to move cursor outside of visible area when looking/targeting
#153 Don't show "Move?" on cursor if pathfinding is disabled
#152 Change setting "disable tap-to-move" to "disable pathfinding"
#117 Add flag to mark certain items as unsellable
#68 Add option to sell all but one if equipped
#111 Item icons in the inventory list don't get clipped properly
#99 Revealed hidden doors do not give a "standing on" message
#127 Show in item description if the item can be used or not by the player
#123 Switching one helmet for another didn't trigger remove effects
#129 Make sure that items can't get two or more of the same effect
#125 Enchanting items gives message about no xp gain
#116 Potion of Wizardy, Might etc do not show result of use
#101 Use GetJar for J2ME distribution
#82 Internal: Save timeWhenPlayerMayAct
#155 Nerf spellcasting/wizard class
#148 Pushable stone blocks and doors and other blocking terrain
#159 Game freeze when "Using all"
#160 Too man heals from "Use until full health"

Dweller J2ME distribution

I'm currently trying different ways to distribute the J2ME version of Dweller. Recent versions are available via Handster and GetJar, but GetJar seems to be buggy and not allow downloads. It says that the game isn't compatible with the selected phone, regardless of what phone you try. I have set the most permissive download settings, but it doesn't seem to help and I don't get a reply from the GetJar staff either. Handster downloads work well though so please us them.

Some players have asked if I could use the Nokia OVI store to distribute Dweller. I looked into this tonight and it seems like it might be possible to use OVI as well. The biggest problem is that there's a big certification process which means that it takes a while (two weeks or so, at least for new submissions)  before a submitted app becomes available in the store. Nokia also requires the app to be certified by Verisign or similar company, but that costs quite a bit of money (€150 a year). Luckily Nokia offers to certify and sign apps for free. I'll keep you posted on any progress with the OVI store.