It's a Match! Update v0.8.2: Sparkle, Sound, and Rarity Refined!

Hey, match masters! Get ready to flip, match, and shine brighter than ever with It's a Match! v0.8.2! This update polishes your adventure with dazzling card rarity enhancements, richer UI sounds, and slick visual fixes that make every moment pop. Oh, and a certain colorful birdie’s flown in to steal the show! We’ve heard your feedback and are thrilled to deliver a smoother, more immersive experience. Here’s what’s sparkling in this release:

What’s New & Shiny

• Card Rarity System Shines Bright
  Say hello to the fully baked rarity system! Regular, Rare, and Mythic cards now strut their stuff with unique flair. Rare cards glow with elegant gold gradients, while Mythic cards dazzle with rainbow sparkles and a magical vibe. The notebook UI lights up with these tiers and special effects to make your collection feel epic. High drop rates stay live as a thank-you to our early beta players. Keep snagging those shinies!
• UI Sounds That Sing
  Your clicks and hovers now have a voice! We’ve added audio feedback to many UI elements. From satisfying clicks to subtle hovers, every interaction feels alive. Smart sound pooling and debouncing keep things crisp so you won’t get audio overload, no matter how fast you tap. This is phase one of our sound overhaul, so expect even more audio magic soon!
• Painted Bunting Flies In
  A vibrant new card, the Painted Bunting, joins the Feathered Friends theme! This dazzling bird, bursting with every color of the rainbow, was added for a special someone who loves when a certain feathered visitor brightens our days. Can you match this beauty in-game? Keep an eye out—it’s as rare as a perfect sunrise!
• Card Backs Level Up
  Several theme card backs got a glow-up with fresh, vibrant artwork. Plus, we squashed a pesky UI layering bug that let card backs sneak above decorative borders. By splitting borders and backgrounds into separate pseudo-elements, everything now sits where it belongs.

Fixes & Polish

• Collection Messages Perfected
  Wrapped up the rarity system with polished collection message styling. Every card tier now displays with perfect visual effects, and UI quirks are history. Your notebooks have never looked better!

Why This Rocks

This update is all about making your matches feel more rewarding and your interactions more lively. The rarity system adds depth to collecting, the new UI sounds bring the game world to life, and our visual fixes ensure everything’s as smooth as a Mythic card flip. We’re keeping those high drop rates to celebrate our incredible community, happy hunting!

Community Love

A massive shoutout to all you early players for your feedback and passion! You’re shaping this storybook adventure with us.

Ready to match with style? Dive into v0.8.2 now and let those cards sparkle!
Play here: It's a Match! on itch.io