Mannequin Syndrome

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• Announcements·2 Oct 2026Official

  Behind the screen [Dev Updates]

  Its been a while since my last appearance here... As everyone I had busy times in my life but I do find time to continue on development of new version and I could say that its going pretty well. Level is still in progress as it requires tons of works, since also aligning and joining many areas properly, modeling everything and much more having a global headache with that tbh and a lot.But what actually is happening and where am I now with the development? First proper Character designs are modeled and animated properly to have on next major update first 2 playable characters fully. A lot of polishing happening with all the current things in the game like: - Tutorial level is being updated, no longer looks like an empty corridors and just rooms. - Main menu updated with better visual effects and changed namings (Extra modes covers multiplayer browser and hosting sessions, including 2 modes), Story is set to go solo or coop. - Waves mode receives improvement with actual objective what to do there (You will have secure Neural Core and neutralize mannequins... Repair it and continue... Survive as long as you can) - KOTH mode receives several types of difficulty. - Whole game visual being updated that main view reminds a bit of retro style graphics, which kinda looks pretty interesting ngl. - Additionally First Person view is also coming. - More interesting effects coming to Multiplayer modes, like neutralizing mannequin, it will burn and disappear. Being caught new effects and etc. A lot of bugs fixed, improvements, new approaches and much more are being in works also. I still don't want to promise that tomorrow or in a week I will finally publish the new update, but just wanna let you all know, that the progress is not abandoned and is being continued to improve and fix. Stay tune, join discord to keep up-to-date, as there I'm a bit more active to drop some information on what is going on. Till the next time ... ETA .... xx Days :)
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• Patch Notes·31 Jul 2026Official

  Public Beta Patch Notes

  Dropping some patch fixes and new stuff.New stuff:Wave Mode- Replaced the old low-poly arena with the Sector-04 level.- Wave order is now random.- Rush waves attack from one direction.- Onslaught waves attack from multiple directions.- Added wave number, wave type, remaining enemies and reinforcement timer to the HUD.- Enemies now have a short electrical spawn effect before they can attack.Tutorial- Mannequins can now remain inactive until a player enters their area.General- Added a drinking sound for the Sanity Drink.- Improved foot placement on slopes, stairs and uneven surfaces.- Added a safety system that returns players to spawn if they fall outside the level.- Added placeholder footstep sounds for mannequins. Fixes doneControls- Duplicate keybindings are no longer allowed.Wave Mode- Fixed EMP pulses passing through walls.- Fixed the EMP firing after switching quickslots.- Fixed the EMP cooldown appearing when no EMP was equipped.Mannequins- Fixed mannequins grabbing players through walls.- Improved patrol and chase navigation.- Fixed mannequins getting stuck on stairs, ledges and obstacles.- Improved the catch camera in small areas.- Fixed player positioning during the catch animation.Items- Items can no longer be swapped during an active item action.- Fixed items disappearing or applying the wrong effect during item actions.- Items can no longer be dropped or placed through walls. Visuals- Reduced ghosting and smearing while moving the camera.- Fixed flashlight light passing through walls.Settings- Fixed Windowed and Borderless modes being reversed.- Fixed video settings not applying correctly.- Fixed Voice Volume changing the overall game volume.- Fixed unsaved settings being applied after pressing Back.General- Sanity no longer drains while downed.- Fixed players getting stuck in doors and level geometry.- Fixed several locker desync issues.
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• Patch Notes·17 Jul 2026Official

  Beta Hotfix — Launch Crash Fixed

  A fatal error causing on game start fixed.
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• Announcements·17 Jul 2026Official

  Mannequin Syndrome Overhaul – Public Beta Now Live

  The previous version of Mannequin Syndrome has now been replaced by the new overhauled build.This release marks the beginning of the Public Beta and introduces the new direction of the game, with redesigned visuals, gameplay systems, menus, mechanics, and multiplayer content.Currently available:• Fully playable Tutorial level• King of the Hill multiplayer mode• Containment cooperative wave mode• Solo play and 1–4 player online multiplayer• Redesigned UI, gameplay systems, and overall presentationThe main story campaign and many additional features are still in active development.As this is an early Public Beta, players may encounter bugs, unfinished mechanics, balancing issues, placeholder content, and features that may change in future updates.Bug reports, feedback, and suggestions are greatly appreciated and will help improve the game.Thank you for supporting Mannequin Syndrome!
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• Announcements·17 Jul 2026Official

  What if I will give you Public Beta release?

  Hello everyone! I'm still in progress with overhaul, but I'm starting to think to replace the old bad game version with new... But it would be as Beta version basically, since the game is still free to play there is nothing to lose right? But you would get access for new version and all its new content. Currently the version does not have any of the main story part (no levels) as its still in development and modeling. Currently the game has 2 pvp modes where you can play with friends and have fun: - King Of The Hill - fight for the crown and have fun with friends by pushing around! - Waves mode (Containment) - stay alive with the friends as long as you can! The game is still in progress and might have bugs which is fully normal for the current state, the game will be receiving updates and changes with improvements, the only thing which would be really nice to get feedback on what improvements and what bugs are found. If this fits you as the old version is broken and not properly playable, its better to change to the new approach and keep it Beta public release. What is currently now in the game: - Tutorial level : - PvP modes in multiplayer (king of the hill and containment) : ## King Of The Hill maps: Containment (Currently set as low poly fun map) where you have to stay alive during the waves of mannequins, as you will find EMP guns on the car nearby, to shoot the mannequins! I know the Current live build is broken and brings no interest.. So I think Beta Public release will change the approach, which brings way more different mechanics, additional playable mods and new future updates! Drop a comment if you are up for that and I will publish the Beta!
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