This patch provides tons of Gameplay and UI improvements as well as a first-level preview for the upcoming GOTD (Game-of-the-decade) edition.

New Features

• Rework menu and hud entirely
• Add the first level of the new campaign “GOTD-Edition”
• Add framework for unlockables
• Add more soundtracks and sound effects to improve immersion and Christmas mood
• Add savegame management to enable continuing the game from a previous state
• Add scores and statistics
• Add new animations for Santa
• Add credits screen
• Add several new props
• Add weather effects

Improvements

• Made Santa control scheme more direct
• Improved balancing and playability for all levels
• Improve visuals and sounds when teleporting
• Make settings accessible in-game
• Improve and update splash screen
• Improve overall menu experience
• Actually, make the “Grinch” Elf behave as designed
• Improve rendering performance
• Improve camera

Bugfixes

• Fixed an issue with button triggering
• Fixed an issue with disappearing animations