Rusted War BETA Known Hardlocks

Playtesting has continued for the recent BETA release of S.S.C: Rusted War. Several improvements have been suggested and a variety of bugs have been discovered during this period, though two major bugs appear to have the ability to entirely hardlock your game and prevent any and all progress without closing the game window and restarting from your last save. To avoid both hardlocks until a patched version of the game is released, please follow the conditions below:

Shaun Conversation Hardlock:

Upon venturing into Eclipse enemy territory, a neutral NPC named "Shaun" will appear standing by the riverside. Speaking with Shaun once results in no error, but instigating a second conversation for bonus dialogue will result in the dialogue window refusing to close. It is advised that players either avoid contact with Shaun entirely or only speak with him once and take great care not to trigger the bonus dialogue.

Muser Conversation Hardlock:

Following the second encounter and series of battles with Hornet and his troops, Muser will run into the scene and be available for conversation. However, instigating contact with Muser, especially after also having spoke with Cody, will result in the dialogue window refusing to close. It is advised that players avoid speaking with Muser entirely during this portion.