Okay… I know what you're thinking. “I thought the next update would be Version 5.0?” Yeah. Me too. 😅

But let’s be real—Version 5.0 is shaping up to be a beast. So in the meantime, I wanted to make sure the current version keeps getting better and smoother to play. That’s what Version 4.2 is all about: making the experience easier and more fun

So, what’s new?

🎮 No more mouse nonsense From now on, the game is fully playable with just the keyboard or a gamepad—just pure arcade-style control like it’s meant to be.

🎯 Hunter Shot rework The Hunter Shot is now guided by a visible line that stops as soon as you fire. It’s more intuitive than the last version which uses mouse pointer...

💥 More lives  I’ve bumped up the default number of lives, so you’ve got a little more room to learn, explore, and enjoy the chaos without that brutal early-game punishment.

📘 Tutorial page updated The tutorial now reflects the new controls and is clearer than ever. If you’re just joining the fight, you’ll be up to speed in no time.

That’s it for 4.2! It may not be a huge leap, but it makes the game feel noticeably more polished and playable—especially for newcomers.

As always, thank you for playing Thunder Force Heaven, and stay tuned… Version 5.0 will be worth the wait. 🚀