This won't be finished for the end of the week, this has become clear now based upon how much i still want to add to the finished game. Added/changed since the last Devlog include;
Removed the old version of the 2nd special weapon due to Lens object being unworkable (see the thread in the forums)
Replaced with newer version of 2nd special weapon using Lens effect (see screenie!)
Added screen shake effect with multiple layers to create illusion of depth
Made some changes to the HUD; added special weapons status bar (5 star rating) and flash effect when new weapon is obtained.
Still a few things i know i want to do before i finish, including overhauling the HUD to make it look more attractive, change the place-holder graphics still in the game and add more front-end presentation (menus, etc.)
Finally, just wanted to shout out the following people for helping me out in the forums, ref. the Lens object/effect issues i was having. Your help was very much appreciated, here's to Flava,SiLVERFIRE and OldManClayton