New Beta Release Notes [25 July 2023]

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Beta V0.5.1.4

2023-07-25

What's New

1. Ruffle Integration is Here!

So guess what? We've magically integrated Ruffle technology into Neopets! Now you can relive some of our Flash games from the past. Isn't that just fantastic? If you have any questions about how it all works - Ruffle Integration FAQ

2. Tutorial Conversion

We've finally tackled the first part of the Tutorial Conversion with an update to the sign-up launch page! You know, because we really love holding your hand through every little step. Don't worry. There's more to come!

3. Community Central Updates

Brace yourselves for the shiny new Community Central Updates. We spruced it up to make it extra fancy and put the calendar back in! You're welcome!

4. Spotlights & Contests Page Conversion

Spotlights just got a whole lot better looking. We've given them a design update that'll make your eyes pop. Prepare to be dazzled. Check it out here!

5. Inventory Improvements

The Inventory Update has arrived! We've given you a shiny new toolbar to navigate your spaces, and brand new toggle to unstack your items!

6. Pet Central Page Conversion

You asked for it, and we delivered. The Pet Central page has undergone a fabulous conversion. It's all shiny and new, ready to cater to your pet-loving needs.

7. Pronunciation Page Conversion

Have you been struggling to pronounce the names of your favorite Neopets and Heroes? Well struggle no more, because we've brought back the pronunciation page!

8. Neopian Times Submission Rule Change

We updated the NT Submissions Page rules with a brand new rule regarding collaborations. Because, you know, rules make the world go round. So get your submissions in order!

9. Neopia Globe Update

We've waved our magic wand and transformed the Neopia Globe Map. It's like a whole new world, or should we say, a whole new Neopia? Take a full spin and explore!

Bug Fixes

*Fixed multiple occurrences of 403 errors reported by users throughout the site.
*Resolved a glitch in the Battle Dome where user's move set was sent to the opponent when selecting the "Fight" button.
*Temporarily fixed an issue with petpetpets not attaching properly when using the inventory refresh function.
*Addressed a problem where wings could not be attached properly to 8bit bodies in the Wearable customization option.
*Restored the back button missing from the closed state of the Tombola game.
*Corrected a bug where clicking on a premium featured game would lead to a broken link.
*Implemented a fix to prevent infinite neopoint gain through the exploitation of turning in maps (Forgotten Shore) if maps are found cheaply.
*Investigated and followed up on treasure claiming reports for proper resolution.
*Fixed logic issues in the Treasure Map map turn-in process, ensuring that owned maps are respected.
*Optimized the status check for Trudy's daily to prevent 1-minute selects and system failure.
*Resolved an issue related to the sending Gift Boxes.
*Fixed an issue where the "Drackonack - Hungry" avatar was not being awarded wen viewing the new inventory.
*Adjusted the NC Archive wheel wedge placement to align correctly with the wheeled container.
*Rectified the problem where the Spotlight Description and Category were not appearing for some user lookup entries.
*Corrected the display issue of yesterday's team results image in the Altador Cup when viewed on iOS devices.
*Added the missing link to Moltara in the world map, ensuring it is now accessible.
*Fixed a bug in the NC Collector's case where items could not be clicked if the specific item was not present in the user's inventory.
*Resolved an issue that prevented users from voting on previous categories in the Neopies NP 2023 when they had voted on the Final category.
*Investigated and resolved the issue with multiple items in the Permanent Dyeworks 2023, ensuring they now appear on pets when equipped in customization.
*Fixed the appearance and conversion of the Silver Candle Tree Foreground on pets in the customization window.
*Corrected spacing and capitalization issues on "The Brain Tree" webpage.
*Updated the AC Staff Tournament page to prevent users from using the UI Drop/Add player without selecting Change Team.
*Fixed the redirection issue when leaving The Caves in Moltara, ensuring users are directed to Moltara City instead of the Explore page.
*Resolved the redirection problem when leaving The Coffee Cave in Roo Island, directing users to Roo Island instead of the Explore page.
*Fixed the search functionality to return results without adding a backslash in front of username underscores.
*Fixed the input validation to prevent errors caused by typing too fast, ensuring accurate entry of numbers in the authenticator code text boxes.
*Allowed movement of the Varia Plushie to the shop or gallery as intended.
*Resolved the error message received when turning in certain treasure maps and receiving prizes.

What's Next

*Settings Page Conversion
*Faerie Festival
*Advent Calendar
*A New Plot




TL;DR what's important to know?
1. Ruffle is integrated and over 50 classic games have been introduced back into the game.
2. Inventory has a new toolbar to navigate spaces and we can unstack items!
3. Changes in rules to NT submissions
4. Fixed an issue with petpetpets not attaching properly using inventory refresh function
5. Drackonack - Hungry avatar is now working with the new inventory
6. Searching usernames with underscores no longer comes with a backslash and error
7. Upcoming events would be Faerie Festival > Advent Calendar > A New Plot
- though, where did the Halloween and Birthday event that was promised in the roadmap go?



Edit: Some of the updates went live. Thanks $(you need an account to see links)

Some updates went live, a bunch of site redesigns including the community central page, contests, pet central, the pound abandon page and pronunciation page.

The most notable is the inventory beta.

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[TheArcher]

That’s great and all, but where are NC UCs?

[chii3d]

I'm curious what the NT submission change is. They just changed it so you have to say who did what on the project, are they changing it back..?

I'd actually like NT to give a prize like you get from the art gallery win. More people might be incentivized to enter because that content is no where near a good as it used to be. Those mazes and word searches never would have got published in Droplet's day.

[John Cena]

That’s great and all, but where are NC UCs?

I think I read somewhere a while back that they originally wanted to start introducing the NC UC's with the faerie festival (last year?) and then a bunch of things happened that set them back and they couldn't do it.
I wonder if maybe they'll do it with the Faerie Festival coming up, or maybe the new plot next year?

[Rinon]

*Resolved a glitch in the Battle Dome where user's move set was sent to the opponent when selecting the "Fight" button.

Is this why my opponents always does lens flare more than once on me?

[Abyss]

6. Searching usernames with underscores no longer comes with a backslash and error

Fucking finally, god this was horrible to contend with.

Also re: birthday/Halloween = it's cancelled

jk, it surely would happen as usual. To me that's more important than the dumb faerie festival that doesn't give us the faerie quest event.

[Totodile]

*Temporarily fixed an issue with petpetpets not attaching properly when using the inventory refresh function.

a mega fuck you to tnt for this bullshit Now P3s are gonna be even worse with inflation

[Fiore]

That’s great and all, but where are NC UCs?

Somebody on the boards posted a "rumor" that they're coming sometime next month, and it came from somebody's friend went to SDCC. Take it with the absolutely smallest grain of salt because TNT keeps putting NC UCs in the back burner.

[Infected]

Somebody on the boards posted a "rumor" that they're coming sometime next month, and it came from somebody's friend went to SDCC. Take it with the absolutely smallest grain of salt because TNT keeps putting NC UCs in the back burner.

TNT addressed this a few hours ago and said it's in development but not coming next month.

[Crooked]

Glad to see a bunch of stuff get fixed, especially the drackonack avatar!