"If you give any more than that, they're gonna call you Santa Claus instead of Ron Popeil!"
-Ron Popeil's Cousin Arnold

It's been some months, hasn't it? In the time between the last update and now, Game Maker had the courtesy to let everyone export for free only a couple months after my release. At least I can justify it with another version.

To start with, Elly's Adventure now has its own web site page site!!! There is not a lot there that isn't already on the itch page but you can stare at it for a few seconds if you like.

A couple of months ago, a dear friend of mine streamed my game start to finish and he very much enjoyed it. Despite that, he found a number of bugs I hadn't seen while making some inane suggestions. At the mercy of his whim, I had no choice but to contract an illness and then start working on the game again weeks later.

If you download the new version, there doesn't seem to be much different at a glance. In addition to bugfixes there is now a brand new CHEAT ENGINE! Cheats can be activated on the title menu by typing the letters CHEAT on your keyboard, then typing in the corresponding cheat name, which will show up in the top right of the screen. Cheats can be up to 12 letters or numbers and are not case sensitive.

To start you off, here are some helpful cheats:

• MERRY- Activates the all-new Merry Mode! This mode is purely graphics and sound replacements, and is the reason why the game is now a few megabytes larger. If you are interested in replaying the game I recommend this for a freshly jolly experience.
• NATALIE2COOL- Unlocks extra mode without having to beat the game.
• NOBABY- Removes twizzler baby from the game.
• GODMODE- Makes the player invincible, and falling down pits no longer takes away a life.
• SELECTMAP- Lets you jump to a stage from the main menu. This will overwrite your current save file.

The last two cheats in particular will prevent you from seeing the special 1CC screen, so if you are interested in doing that perfect run then avoid them at all costs. Check the readme for slightly more detailed information on cheats.

Merry Mode is probably the most substantial thing Elly's has updated with since launch, hence the title of this post. It might be the only substantial update it will ever get. Sadly I had this idea after the holidays passed making it impossible to get it out in time for the holiday launch. I recommend waiting three months to celebrate Christmas in July with hhgregg.

Palette 7 is recommended but not required. Or maybe not recommended, I already don't like looking at this screenshot

Also, the list of bugfixes:

• Fixed a problem with stage 19 where bouncy enemies could leave a certain room
• Fixed a few misplaced tile graphics
• Fixed problem with switching palettes on the pause menu using a gamepad stick or d-pad
• Fixed an issue with the options screen where left or right input was usable on an option when there is nothing to select
• Fixed incorrect palette when adding new sprites. If you have existing save data from a previous version, your palette will probably be reset to default upon loading.
• Fixed incorrect sprites when using the rocket powerup
• Added ability to go back to the main menu and change palettes when paused on a bonus stage
• Added Nintendo DS support
• Sandwich now rotates