Saints Row – Sunshine Springs Combat Changes and New Features Revealed

gamingbolt.com:

Volition’s Saints Row is getting its first paid DLC on May 9th with The Heist and The Hazardous. However, the Sunshine Springs Update is also going live, overhauling combat and adding new features like an Emote Wheel.

Some combat changes include “drastically” reduced HP for all enemies and the frequency of enemy dodges in close-quarters combat to “near zero.” Enemies will also no longer avoid player kicks, and it now takes longer for them to call for reinforcements. Also, for those who found it hilarious when enemies would wait their turn in combat, that’s fixed.

The HUD and UI have also seen some changes and will now better display a weapon’s level. The requirements for completing a weapon challenge are also below the weapon wheel, and there’s a full-screen tutorial explaining why players should use the upgrade system.

The Emote Wheel allows up to eight emotes at a time, with a quick bind option to use two quickly. You can also mix some emotes and “steer” them while moving slowly. Check out some of the patch notes below for more details and full notes here.

Sunshine Springs Update

QUALITY OF LIFE AND NEW FEATURES:

NEW DISTRICT – SUNSHINE SPRINGS

In our first map expansion we have officially added the brand new district of Sunshine Springs. A sprawling resort area, an oasis in the dry landscape of the Rojas Desert along Route 22 in the south-east of Santo Ileso. This district comes with new activities and stores to explore, and it’s all yours to conquer.

General Combat Changes:

Significant changes have been made to combat. We heard a lot of feedback about the amount of damage needed to down enemies, and we agreed. Combatant health has been dramatically reduced. This change, combined with several aim and