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May 4, 2026, 12:00 a.m. UTC · 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Defold release 1.12.4

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The latest Defold release focuses on improving performance and usability for developers. Notably, shader precision options allow for more control over GLSL ES shaders, which can enhance visual fidelity. Additionally, the increase in texture units per draw from 8 to 16 provides more flexibility in rendering complex scenes.

The deprecation of legacy LiveUpdate APIs marks a shift towards a more efficient mount/archive-based workflow, reducing build sizes and simplifying resource management. This update is essential for developers looking to optimize their projects and take advantage of the latest engine capabilities.

“We are deprecating old LiveUpdate functionality in favor of mount/archive-based workflows.”

— AGulev · Discussing the transition to new LiveUpdate methods.

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At a glance

what: Defold 1.12.4 release with new features and fixes
who: Defold team, contributors like Jhonnyg and AGulev
when: Released in October 2023
impact: Enhances performance and reduces build sizes for developers

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The update brings valuable improvements and optimizations for developers.

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