Karting4Fun — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
|---|---|---|
| V1.0 is out! | 2026-06-16 | 🚦 Dear Racers, V1.0 is out!Fixes & ImprovementsFixed various UI issues reported by players.Improved gamepad support.Added ultrawide monitor support.Corrected barrier collision issues on several tracks.Made minor adjustments to kart behavior and handling.Optimized several 3D models for improved performance.Fixed bug with sound on track 5Improved overall game stability.Reduced the occurrence of minor visual glitches.Optimized memory usage for smoother gameplay.Improved loading times |
| New track - Desert Canyon! | 2026-03-31 | Dear players,I’m excited to introduce a brand-new track to the game: Desert Canyon! 🌵What’s included:🔄 Available in normal and reversed directions📊 Leaderboards have been added for both normal and reversed directions, including with and without obstacles🌤️ Comes in three times of day:DaylightOvercastNightSee you on the track! 🏁 |
| New Track Incoming – Vertical Valley! | 2026-01-23 | Dear players,I’m excited to introduce a brand-new track to the game: Vertical Valley! 🏔️This completely new track focuses on verticality, bringing fresh challenges and a new driving experience.What’s included:🔄 Available in normal and reversed directions🌤️ Comes in three times of day:DaylightOvercastNightSee you on the track! 🏁 |
| Update v0.9.13 | 2025-12-20 | 🚦 Dear Racers, a New update v0.9.13 is here!What’s New?Multiplayer GUI Fix: Fixed an issue where lap counting on the GUI was incorrect in multiplayer races.Singleplayer Lap Counter Fix: Resolved a bug where lap counting failed when races were set to 10 laps in singleplayer.Improved Opponent Selection System: The system for choosing the number of opponents has been redesigned to be more logical and user-friendly.You now select the number of opponents, not the total number of playersWorks consistently in both singleplayer and multiplayerIn multiplayer, the maximum number of opponents automatically adjusts as more players joinControl Scheme Bug |
| Update v0.9.12 | 2025-12-05 | 🚦 Dear Racers, Update v0.9.12 is Here!What’s New?Bug Fixes: I fixed several issues reported by players.New Variant – Time Attack Without Obstacles: This mode adds 6 new leaderboards. Every track can now be played in Time Attack:Normal or reversedWith or without obstacles (all combinations available)GUI Update: Buttons and elements now feature a new green highlight when selected, making navigation smoother and more intuitive.Improved AI Behavior: I added multiple layers of respawn rules. In testing, AI now correctly resets when turning sideways or backward, improving race consistency.Start-of-Race Fixes: Players now spawn in the correct posit |
| 🏁 Start Your Engines! Early Access is LIVE! | 2025-11-20 | 📢 NOW in Early Access!The wait is over—Karting4Fun is now available in Early Access on Steam! Jump into fast-paced, chaotic kart racing! 😎What you can do right now:Race under bright daylight, moody overcast skies, or challenging night conditions.Every track can be driven normally or in reverse.Obstacles On or Off: Tackle dynamic hazards that force quick thinking — or enjoy a cleaner, faster ride.Play locally with friends in split-screen multiplayer (up to 4 players).Compete against AI in single-player mode with global leaderboards.Enjoy the ride! 🏁 |
| Dear Racers, the Demo Update is Here! | 2025-10-15 | 🎉 Dear Racers, the Demo Update is Here! 🏁First of all, I’d like to thank all of you for your incredible support and enthusiasm for the game! Based on your feedback and suggestions, I’ve prepared a brand-new update that brings some exciting improvements and changes:🧠 Improved AIA major upgrade to the AI system! Opponents now handle corners much better, avoid obstacles more intelligently, slow down when needed, and in some cases will even try to push you off the track. Expect a more dynamic and competitive racing experience!🏆 Updated Scoring SystemThe way points are awarded after each race has been completely reworked.A new scoring table no |
| Demo is out! | 2025-10-06 | Demo is out!Dear Players,I’m excited to announce that the demo is now live! What’s Inside the DemoOne playable track — race in both directions!Leaderboards with rank — compete for the top spot and prove who’s the best.Up to 8 Players — choose the number of racers for your match.Difficulty Settings — adjust the challenge to match your skill.Jumps & Collisions — experience dynamic racing with bumps, jumps, and obstacles along the track! |
| Development update! | 2025-06-12 | Dear Players,I’d like to share some news about the development of the game.First of all, thank you so much for your continued support—and I owe you a big apology for the delay. Development was on hold for three years due to my health issues and financial difficulties. However, I'm happy to say that development resumed in February 2025.I also now have a distributor for the game: Render System.What’s New?Upgraded Track Graphics A major visual upgrade! All tracks are being redesigned from the ground up for improved gameplay and a fresh look.Day/Night/Overcast Options Race in different conditions—midday, night, or overcast—for a more immersive ex |