Automaton Story [v0.1.1] May 2026

: Implemented the first pass of the "Battery Drain" mechanic. Standing still now conserves 15% more energy than active movement.

: Added weighted footfall sounds and screen-shake effects to give the Automaton a sense of mechanical scale. Automaton Story [v0.1.1]

This update focuses on stabilizing the core "A.I. Core" systems and smoothing out the initial movement animations for the Protagonist unit. : Implemented the first pass of the "Battery Drain" mechanic

"System Initialization... 12%... 48%... 100%. Protocol 0: Survive. Protocol 1: Find the Architect. Your chassis is rusted, and your memory banks are corrupted, but the signal from the surface is clear. Proceed, Automaton." and your memory banks are corrupted