What changed in AirMech in 2013

83 updates · 11 main milestones · May 3, 2013 to Dec 28, 2013

  1. 4 events
    User Account Migration Completedsystem

    User account migration has been completed with no chance of permanent data loss.

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    User Account Migration Completedsystem

    User account migration has been completed with no chance of permanent data loss.

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    Free Gifts for Logging Inquality of life

    Players who log in this week will receive free gifts.

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    Free Gifts for Logging Inquality of life

    Players who log in this week will receive free gifts.

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  2. 6 events
    Double Drops and Promotionsgameplay

    Double drops and other promotions will be available to celebrate the server return.

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    Server Downtime for Data Migrationsystem

    Servers taken down for 24 hours to migrate data from flat files to Couchbase database.

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    Double Drops and Promotionsgameplay

    Double drops and other promotions will be available to celebrate the server return.

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    Christmas Presents Collectionseasonal event

    Players will be able to collect their Christmas presents once the servers are back online.

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    Christmas Presents Collectionseasonal event

    Players will be able to collect their Christmas presents after the server migration.

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    Server Downtime for Data Migrationsystem

    Servers taken down for 24 hours to migrate data from flat files to Couchbase database.

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  3. 32 events
    Angel Class Released for All Playersnew contentMilestone

    Angel is now available for all players at the same level as Neo and Paladin.

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    Unified Rules for All MapsgameplayMilestone

    Combined V1 and V2 rules for better balance and gameplay.

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    Festive Cosmetics Releasednew content

    Includes new Rudolph Mask and Reindeer Mask with animated faces.

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    Numerous Bug Fixesbug fix
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    Festive Cosmetics Releasednew content

    Includes the limited time Festive Angel and new Rudolph and Reindeer Masks.

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    Angel Class Released for All Playersnew contentMilestone

    Angel is now available for all players at the same level as Neo and Paladin.

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    Blast Damage Affects Fortressgameplay

    Blast damage now affects the Fortress.

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    Angel Class Balance Adjustmentsbalance change

    Minimum fire ranges and reduced chance to hit for the Angel class.

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    Updated Survival HUDui ux
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    Direct Item Rebuy from In-Game Shopquality of life

    Players can now rebuy items directly from the in-game Shop.

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    Large Balance Passbalance change

    A comprehensive balance pass has been conducted.

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    Reduced Time and Cost to Build Abilitiesquality of life
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    Collision Adjustmentsgameplay

    Collision only occurs between airmechs and enemy/neutral units; collision size for most units has been adjusted to be smaller.

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    Unified Rules for All MapsgameplayMilestone

    Combined V1 and V2 rules for all maps to improve balancing.

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    Updated Spectator HUDui ux

    Spectator HUD now includes more stats and a toggle for unit clicks.

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    New Secondary Abilities for AirMech Classesnew content

    Lots of new secondary abilities introduced.

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    Large Balance Passbalance change

    Comprehensive balance adjustments made across the game.

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    Numerous Bug Fixesbug fix
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    Simultaneous Building of Units and Upgradesgameplay

    Units and upgrades can now be built simultaneously in the build queue.

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    Gift Wrapping for Market Itemsquality of life

    Players can now gift wrap items listed in the Player Market for a small Diamond fee.

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    Gift Wrapping for Market Itemsquality of life

    Players can now gift wrap items listed in the Player Market for a small Diamond fee.

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    New Secondary Abilities for AirMech Classesgameplay

    Lots of new secondary abilities have been added.

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    Angel Class Balance Adjustmentsbalance change

    Minimum fire ranges and reduced chance to hit for the Angel class.

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    New Sound Effectsaudio

    Ongoing addition of new sound effects.

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    Simultaneous Building of Units and Upgradesquality of life

    Units and upgrades can now be built simultaneously in the build queue.

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    Blast Damage Affects Fortressgameplay

    Blast damage now affects the Fortress.

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    Reduced Time and Cost to Build Abilitiesquality of life
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    New Sound Effectsaudio

    Ongoing addition of new sound effects.

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    Direct Item Rebuy from In-Game Shopquality of life

    Players can now rebuy items directly from the in-game Shop.

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    Updated Survival HUDui ux
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    Updated Spectator HUDui ux

    Spectator HUD now includes more stats and toggles for units.

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    Collision Adjustmentsgameplay

    Collision only occurs between airmechs and enemy/neutral units; collision size for most units adjusted to be smaller.

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  4. 6 events
    AirMech Prime Salestore

    AirMech Prime available for $7.99 during the Steam Autumn sale.

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    Sale on Prime Cubesshop

    Prime Cubes are on sale for Prime owners, can be gifted or sold on the AirMech Market.

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    AirMech Prime Sale at $7.99store

    AirMech Prime is available for $7.99 during the Steam Autumn sale.

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    Sale of Prime Cubes for Ingame Purchaseshop

    Prime owners can purchase Prime Cubes on sale, which can be given to friends or sold on the AirMech Market.

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    Introduction of Angel Class for Prime Ownersnew content

    New AirMech class based on the P-38 Lightning fighter, featuring dual pistols and a railgun.

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    Introduction of Angel Class for Prime Ownersnew contentMilestone

    New AirMech class based on the P-38 Lightning fighter, featuring dual pistols and a railgun.

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  5. 2 events
    AirMech Trading Cards Releasednew content

    AirMech Trading Cards have been approved and released. Players can earn drops based on their spending.

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    AirMech Trading Cards Releasednew content

    AirMech Trading Cards have been approved and released, with drops available for players based on their spending.

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  6. 9 events
    Revamped Weapon and Armor Systembalance changeMilestone

    Weapon and Armor types have been changed from Light, Medium, Heavy to a numerical system indicating material quality and attack effectiveness.

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    Changes to V2 Rulesgameplay

    V2 rules have been updated, including changes to Orbs, Outpost types, and removal of limited resources to enhance gameplay.

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    Reintroduction of Unit Cap Systembalance changeMilestone

    The Power system has been removed in favor of a simpler Unit Cap system that allows players to raise their Unit Cap by capturing Outposts or building Generators.

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    Changes to V2 Rules and Resource Managementgameplay

    Orbs have been changed to bars, more Outpost types have been ported over, and limited resources have been removed to enhance gameplay.

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    Introduction of Tech Treenew contentMilestone

    A new Tech Tree system has been introduced, allowing players to build Tech Units without using loadout slots, enhancing gameplay depth.

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    Duel Mode Converted to New V2 Rulesgameplay

    Duel mode has been updated to use the new V2 rules to encourage player feedback and participation.

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    Revamped Weapon and Armor Systembalance changeMilestone

    The previous Light, Medium, Heavy classification for Weapons and Armor has been replaced with a new system based on material quality and attack effectiveness.

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    Reintroduction of Unit Cap Systembalance changeMilestone

    The Power system has been removed and replaced with a simpler Unit Cap system that allows players to capture Outposts or build Generators to raise their Unit Cap.

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    Introduction of Tech Treenew contentMilestone

    A new Tech Tree system has been introduced, allowing players to build Tech Units that are not tied to AirMech level restrictions.

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  7. 22 events
    Color Mapping Fix for Team Colored Petsbug fix

    Fixed color mapping for team colored Pets, such as the Football Helmet.

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    Fix for Hangar UI in Party Matchmakingbug fix

    Resolved issue where hangar UI was not cleared when entering a party matchmaking lobby.

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    Moved Shop Search Boxui ux

    The Shop search box has been relocated to the main section.

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    Moved Shop Search Boxui ux

    The Shop search box has been relocated to the main section.

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    Added Market Channel to Chat UIui ux

    All selling/buying discussion now goes in a dedicated Market channel.

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    Market Availability Update Fixbug fix

    Fixed issue where Market's availability did not update upon reaching level 10 without a restart.

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    Fixed Player Market Bugsbug fix

    Resolved issues with players not being able to list items and items not showing up correctly after purchase.

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    New Ability for the Saucer: Death Raynew content

    A new ability that increases damage the longer it is active.

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    Fixed Player Market Bugsbug fix

    Resolved issues with players not being able to list items and items not showing correctly after purchase.

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    Allow Equipping of Duplicate Petsgameplay

    Players can now equip more than one of the same pet if they own multiple.

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    Market Purchase Level Requirement Increasedbalance change

    Players must now be level 10 to buy or sell on the Market, or have any VIP level.

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    Hangar UI Clearing Fixbug fix

    Fixed issue with hangar UI not being cleared when entering a party matchmaking lobby.

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    Fix for Market Availability Updatebug fix

    Fixed issue where market availability required a restart after hitting level 10.

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    New Memorial Day Seasonal Itemsseasonal event

    Items include 'Combat Helmet' Hat, 'Lily Bouquet' Item, 'Dog Tag' Item, 'Combat Boots' Item.

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    New Ability for the Saucer: Death Raynew content

    A new ability that increases damage the longer it is active.

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    New Memorial Day Seasonal Itemsseasonal event

    Items include 'Combat Helmet' Hat, 'Lily Bouquet' Item, 'Dog Tag' Item, 'Combat Boots' Item.

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    Added Market Channel to Chat UIui ux

    All selling/buying discussions now take place in a dedicated 'Market' channel.

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    Allow Equipping of Duplicate Petsgameplay

    Players can now equip more than one of the same pet if owned.

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    Updated Localizationslocalization

    Localizations updated with the latest suggestions from the Steam Translation Server.

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    Market Purchase Level Requirement Increasedbalance change

    Players must now be level 10 to buy or sell on the Market, or have any VIP level.

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    Fix for Team Colored Petsbug fix

    Corrected color mapping for team colored pets, such as the Football Helmet.

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    Updated Localizationslocalization

    Localizations updated with the latest suggestions from the Steam Translation Server.

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  8. 2 events
    Double Kudos Weekend for Cinco de Mayoseasonal event

    Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a Double Kudos Weekend from May 3-5, offering increased rewards.

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    Double Kudos Weekend for Cinco de Mayoseasonal event

    Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a Double Kudos Weekend from May 3-5, offering increased rewards.

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