Tough Love Arena

1.1.4 Lots of small changes. See the log for more details! - Fixed bugs with story mode inputs and minigames - Fixed bug with exiting replays - Fixed bug with custom combo trials - QOL improvements for modding menu Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.1.4

1.1.3 - Lobbies: Fixed race condition in packet handling that could sometimes cause you to get stuck at the "Retrieving data" screen Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.1.3

1.1.2 - Steam: Fixed a few more external link issues - Restored the themed welcome screens with updated art Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.1.2

1.1.1 - Steam: Fixed bugs and inconsistent behavior with external links - Crashes will now automatically restart the game after 3 seconds - Temporarily removed themed welcome screens while we make some corrections Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.1.1

1.1.0 - Steam: Added Linux support - Steam: Added 12 Steam Achievements - Steam: Removed in-game EULA confirmation (since its now required by Steam before launching) Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.1.0

1.0.4 - Cabinet Mode: Added new bosses to the rotation Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.0.4

1.0.3 - Frame Data: Fixed notation for Malicious Meat Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.0.3

1.0.2 - Steam: Fixed bug where new boss characters were unlocked automatically, fixed bug where Enter/Exit fullscreen didn't work - Story: You can now skip cutscenes - Various bug fixes / balance changes on bosses - Fixed bug with sprites loading Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.0.2

1.0.1 - Steam version now has ALL skins unlocked - Free version now defaults to locking premium skins in offline game modes Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.0.1

To celebrate our 1.0.0 launch, we're running a sale on the Steam version! Pick it up if you want to support the team and unlock some cosmetics :) store.steampowered.com/app/1807330/...

1.0.0 - Launch version! We're officially leaving Beta / Early Access - Updated splash art and logos Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#1.0.0

0.118.3 - Story: Fixed bug where Easy/Hard had CPU taking over both players - Reverted Summer Theme to July only Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.118.3

0.118.2 - Renamed "Arcade Mode" to "Story Mode" to better match the game experience - Added "Autoplay" option for Story Mode for those who just want to see the cutscenes - Adjusted CPU behavior for juggles - Extended the Summer Theme into August Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.118.2

0.118.1 - Modding: Arcade stories will now show up in the mod editor Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.118.1

0.118.0 - Added Arcade Mode!! - > Removed "Versus Boss" menu - > Re-locked bosses for all players - > Added three new boss characters - Gameplay: CPUs will now attempt to perform their combo trials - Gameplay: CPUs will now burst more randomly Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.118.0

0.117.2 - Lobbies: Named lobbies now have "Prevent Start" on by default - Fixed visual mistake with Noodle's Glitter portrait - Fixed a bug with music playing in the mod editor Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.117.2

It’s #WishlistWednesday This week we recommend checking out Tough Love Arena — a fun and unique 2D fighter with a strong focus on fundamentals. It’s available as a free web-based game and a Steam version that includes extra features and goodies. Give it a wishlist & support the #IndieGame Community!

0.117.1 - Added Ctrl+S, Ctrl+B shortcuts to the mod editor - Fixed a bug where mods wouldn't compile if the last line was a comment - Fixed error line numbers being slightly off - Fixed a bug where WIP content was accidentally playable Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.117.1

Josie worked on @toughlovearena.com ! She’s great :)

0.117.0 - Modding Editor has been completely redesigned! - New engine features: - > Projectiles can be randomized like cancels - > RemoteAnimationConfig.offsetFromStoredPosition - > FrameConfig.armorMultiplier - > FighterStatsConfig.meterColor Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.117.0

As we get ready for official release, we are shutting down our Patreon. We'd prefer that our fans get something in return for their money :) Thank you to everyone for all of the generous support over the years! www.patreon.com/posts/144925...

0.116.2 - Lobbies: VIP users can now make lobbies with custom IDs Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.116.2

0.116.1 - Mobile: Fixed bug where holding touch controls sometimes tried to select an image rendered below the canvas - Maintenance: Prep work for story mode launch, fixed some dev tools (thanks clove), and other tooling Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.116.1

Mobile fighting games are actually kinda dope these days. The technical input hurdle have largely been overcome. Between tough love arena, Vita Fighters, super dragon punch force 3, and 2d fighting training machine, there are quite a few robust and mechanically fulfilling games.

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0.116.0 - Gameplay: Added throw tech lockout. Pressing any non-Throw button while getting thrown will prevent you from teching on a later frame - Lots of small character changes and bug fixes. Read below for more info Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.116.0

0.115.2 - Modding: Removed matchmaker overlay from bottom left - Modding: Added docs for the April Fools mod features. See log for more info Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.115.2

May's State of the Game VOD is now on YouTube with timestamps! youtu.be/H0XwSbszxvI

State of the Game is live now! twitch.tv/mpaulweeks

If you're not happy with the direction the big publishers are going with fighting games, maybe try out some indie games! Frankly, the FGC could do a lot more to support games by small teams, so I'm going to put out some recommendations. 🧵 #fgc #fgcsky 💪🕹️

April's State of the Game VOD is now on YouTube with timestamps! youtu.be/zlLD14wvHrg

0.115.1 - Training: Input Delay will now be ignored when stepping frame-by-frame - Maintenance: Cleaned up April Fools character code Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.115.1

You can find an archive of the April Fools build (as well as past years) on our about page. The source code for the mods has also been made available in the Modding tool, so you can download the zips and keep playing with them in the main game. about.toughlovearena.com/community/

0.115.0 - April Fools gameplay changes have been reverted Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.115.0

0.114.8 - AF Noodle: Fixed bugs related to projectiles/parry/visuals, updated combo trials - AF Rice: Changed 5HL, increased range on 4L, misc QOL fixes - AF Beef: Reduced startup on a number of moves, fixed bug with ground bounce Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.114.8

0.114.7 - AF Pork: Increased meter gain on hit, removed armor from 4L but it now breaks armor and parries - AF Rice: Miscellaneous nerfs and behavior fixes - AF Garlic: Super Gateway cancel window shortened, meter gain on all hits increased Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.114.7

0.114.6 - AF Noodle: Fixed crash caused by new super move Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.114.6

0.114.5 - AF Noodle: Removed infinite combo, added super, new items, updated combo trials - AF Rice: Combo tweaks, added groundbounce divekick, added super, updated combo trials - Patch Notes: Fixed dates and formatting for a few recent patches Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.114.5

0.114.4 - AF Noodle: Increased enemy meter gain on certain attacks - AF Rice: Lots of small balance adjustments to make Rice more inline with the rest of the cast Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.114.4

0.114.3 - AF Onion: Removed meterless throw loops - AF Rice: Removed an infinite combo Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.114.3

0.114.1 - Fixed issue where Rice was loading the April 2024 version 0.114.2 - Fixed issue with patch notes formatting Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.114.2

0.114.0 - April Fools patch! All characters have been swapped with modified versions until April 12 Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.114.0

0.113.5 - Mobile/Desktop: Fixed bug where version in the bottom left was clickable - Cabinet: Fixed bug where controls reminder was visible on cabinet mode - Modding: Added lots of new features in prep for April Fools. Full docs coming soon! Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.113.5

March's State of the Game VOD is now on YouTube with timestamps! www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LaI...

State of the Game is live now! www.twitch.tv/mpaulweeks

State of the Game stream tonight! Last chance to do the survey: forms.gle/FB1JEnZpDWTh...

The monthly survey is up! We will discuss the results of the survey and have a Q&A during the State of the Game stream next Tuesday night, March 4th at 8pm EST forms.gle/FB1JEnZpDWTh...

New Patreon Post! 2024 Q4 Financials and Analytics www.patreon.com/posts/2024-q...

0.113.4 - Frame Data: Fixed crash caused by WIP modding features Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.113.4

0.113.3 - Menus: Revert autohide [P] button change when playing on mobile - Modding: Start work on supporting random cancels Log: about.toughlovearena.com/log#0.113.3