Game Font Bug: Text Alignment And Font Issues

Oct 31, 2025 by Admin 46 views

Hey guys,

I've noticed some weird stuff happening with the fonts in the game after the recent update. It looks like the speech text that appears above the characters is no longer centered and the font itself seems to be incorrect. I wanted to report this issue so we can get it fixed. Read on for all the details, including the round ID, test merges, and steps to reproduce the problem.

Round ID:

13401

It is important to include the Round ID, especially if you discovered this issue while playing on tgstation hosted servers. The Round ID can be found in the Status panel or retrieved from https://sb.atlantaned.space/rounds. This ID lets the devs look up valuable information and logs for the specific round where the bug occurred, which helps them diagnose and fix the problem more efficiently.

Testmerges:

Here's a list of the test merges that were active during the round when I encountered the font issues. Knowing which merges were active can help pinpoint the cause of the bug. If you're certain that a particular test merge is causing the issue, it's best to report it in the pull request's comment section rather than on the tracker. This helps keep the discussion focused and makes it easier for the developers to address the problem. If you're unsure, you can always refer to the issue number by prefixing it with a #. Let's take a look at active testmerges:

Reproduction:

After the latest update, the font is displaying incorrectly, and the speech text above the characters is no longer centered. This issue affects the readability and overall presentation of the game, making it harder to follow conversations and understand what's happening. To reproduce this bug, simply play the game after the update and observe the speech text above the characters. You'll notice that the font is different from what it used to be and that the text is not properly centered. This issue occurs consistently across different characters and situations, indicating a global problem with the font rendering.

I think the font issue might be related to a recent change in the game's UI or text rendering system. It's possible that the update introduced a new font or modified the way fonts are displayed, leading to the current problems. Additionally, the centering issue could be caused by changes in the text layout or alignment settings. By investigating these areas, the developers might be able to identify the root cause of the bug and implement a fix. It's also worth checking if the issue is specific to certain resolutions or display settings, as this could provide further clues about the nature of the problem.

To further investigate the text alignment issue, it would be helpful to examine the code responsible for rendering the speech text above the characters. This code likely includes instructions for positioning the text and ensuring that it is properly centered. By comparing the current code with the code from a previous version of the game, the developers might be able to identify any changes that could be causing the centering problem. Additionally, it would be useful to test the game on different devices and operating systems to see if the issue is consistent across all platforms. If the problem only occurs on certain devices, it could indicate a compatibility issue or a bug in the graphics drivers.

Another potential cause of the font and text alignment issues could be related to changes in the game's asset files. It's possible that the update included new or modified font files that are not being properly loaded or rendered by the game engine. To investigate this possibility, the developers could examine the font files themselves to ensure that they are valid and that they contain the correct characters and formatting information. Additionally, it would be helpful to check if the game is properly referencing the font files in its code and that the file paths are correct. If the font files are missing or corrupted, this could explain why the text is not displaying correctly. This is a critical issue, as it affects the overall user experience and can make it difficult for players to understand what's happening in the game. A quick resolution is highly appreciated.

Additional Information:

Client Information: BYOND:516.1671 Key:lizzyloveless

I'm running the game on BYOND version 516.1671, and my account key is lizzyloveless. This information might be helpful for debugging the issue, as it provides details about my specific setup and configuration. If you need any further information or assistance, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm happy to help in any way I can to get this bug resolved. Thanks for your attention to this matter!