This week we focused on preparation for the beta:

This includes:

• Working on a level select functionality/art
• Working on new levels
• Addressing and applying the feedback from the previous playtests into our beta build
• New plant models to include in scenes
• Water pool mechanic that allows only puddle to get across
• Added sound effects to level mechanics
• Added background music to forest
• Various bug fixes

Challenges:

• Creating a new mechanic right before the beta and making sure it was working and tested before the full feature complete build. 
• Time constraints, trying to add assets and audio as well as finish with needed dev tasks.
• Choosing which of the feedback from playtests to prioritize for the beta build and which to hold off till polishing. 

Relevant build is attached.