What changed in AirMech in 2017

Players can now use Tab to cycle through loadouts set up in the lobby.

The mic status button has been repositioned for easier muting.

The Do Not Disturb button has been relocated for easier access.

The mic status button has been repositioned for easier muting.

New accounts will have the microphone set to push to talk by default.

New holiday packs/bundles with rare holiday pets, heads, and cosmetics.

New holiday packs/bundles with bonus Keys and rare holiday cosmetics.

A new welcome screen with messages of the day and quick link to patch notes.

Multiple fixes addressing desync issues and crashes.

Fixed issues with camera behavior at the end of Salt matches.

Gold VIP status is now available for players who have spent $50 USD lifetime.

New accounts will have the mic set to push to talk by default.

Players can now use Tab to cycle through loadouts instantly during gameplay.

A new welcome screen with messages of the day and a quick link to patch notes.

Gold VIP status is now granted to players with a lifetime spend of $50 USD.

The Do Not Disturb button has been relocated for easier access.

Gold VIP status is now automatic at $50 USD spent, simplifying the VIP system.

Various crash fixes implemented.

Effects now work for Angel Sniper's Stasis shot.

Improved reconnect functionality to reduce chances of dropping during server restarts.

Added option for 2v3 and 1v3 custom games against bots.

Diamond Rolls and other rolls are now visible when chat is minimized.

Gold VIP Cubes are now called Gold Bars and Gold Coins, with no conversion process.

Introduced Christmas and winter themes to the game.

Gold VIP status is now automatic at $50 USD spent, simplifying the system.

Improved reconnect functionality to reduce chances of dropping during server restarts.

The lobby has been updated with a Christmas theme in preparation for holiday events.

Resolved issue with rooms getting stuck due to AFK players.

Helix now gains an additional RPG for every point in his primary ability.

Implemented various fixes to reduce crashes.

Added option for 2v3 and 1v3 custom games against bots.

Effects now work for Angel Sniper's Stasis shot.

Diamond Rolls and other rolls now show when chat is minimized.

Resolved issue with rooms getting stuck due to AFK players.

Gold VIP Cubes are now called Gold Bars and Gold Coins, with no conversion process.

VIP Shop Tickets now function properly.

VIP Shop Tickets now function properly.

Helix receives an additional RPG for every point in his primary ability.

The lobby has been updated with Christmas decorations in preparation for holiday events.

Premium currency included in the Alienware Arrival Pack.

Includes exclusive new Alienware Head, Saucer and Neo AirMech classes unlocked, 500 Diamonds, 2000 Kudos, and 10 Days of XP and Kudos Boosts.

Earned game currency included in the Alienware Arrival Pack.

A new bundle of goodies for both new and existing players, including an exclusive Alienware Head.

50% increase boosts included in the Alienware Arrival Pack.

All AirMechs can now jump to higher terrain with Spacebar and boost forward with a double jump.

Fixed crashes that occurred when saving maps in the editor.

Angel's Glide ability replaced with Stasis Shot, which temporarily disables enemies.

Bomber's bombs now have a charge, with level 4 bombs featuring napalm.

Adjustments made to improve the new player tutorial experience.

Updates and rework on mouse aiming.

Updates made to Medic Osprey's ground mode.

Added a shortcut to the shop from the lobby.

All AirMechs can now jump to higher terrain with Spacebar and boost forward with a double jump.

New chat system allows double-Enter to minimize/maximize chat, with improved focus management.

Fixed missing background on password field for new account creation.

Added a shortcut to the shop from the lobby.

Saucer deathray no longer consumes energy while charging up.

Fixed a crash that occurred when saving maps in the editor.

Fixed multiple desync issues and crashes.

Fixed a bug that prevented AirMechs from fully healing from an outpost.

Helix's ground guns replaced with rockets and missiles replaced with grenades.

Fixed a bug that prevented AirMechs from fully healing at an outpost.

Striker shield absorbs damage at the cost of energy; sword drains energy per hit.

Set a rally point for newly built units by pressing E, with options to clear or set on the ground.

Level 4 bombs now have napalm effect.

Fixed issue where zero Kudos was rewarded on the endgame screen.

Fixed issue where Blaster Guardian did not fire while in air mode.

Helix's ground guns replaced with rockets and missiles replaced with grenades.

The maximum build queue has been reduced from 8 to 6.

Fixed an issue where players received zero Kudos on the endgame screen.

Replaced with Stasis Shot, which temporarily disables enemies.

Resolved issues with missing icons in the gamepad build menu.

Blaster Guardian now fires correctly while in air mode.

New chat system minimizes when not in use, with double-Enter to toggle chat focus.

Max build queue reduced from 8 to 6.

Resolved overlapping page buttons in the AirMech customization UI.

Striker shield absorbs damage at the cost of energy, and sword drains energy per hit.

Set a rally point for newly built units by pressing E, with options to clear or set the flag.

AirMech Wastelands is now available for all VIPs, prompting the retirement of the legacy build.

Initial testing is going well on the test server, with feedback being gathered for balancing.

With the release of AirMech Wastelands for VIPs, the team will now concentrate on adding new features to AirMech Strike.

Development will focus on stabilizing AirMech Strike to ensure compatibility with AirMech Wastelands.

Some progression elements are wildly unbalanced, allowing players to acquire massive amounts of Kudos and gear.

Silver VIP players who became VIP before November 1st can claim their copy of AirMech Wastelands.

Players will have their AMS and AMW data/progress pulled from a single account.

The September 2016 build of the original AirMech has been retired to focus on AirMech Wastelands and future updates.

The September 2016 build of the original AirMech has been retired to focus on new features for AirMech Strike and AMW.

Some progression mechanics are resulting in players acquiring massive amounts of Kudos and gear.

Initial testing is going well on the test server, with feedback being collected to prepare for connection to the main AirMech server.

Silver VIP players who became VIP before November 1st can claim their copy of AirMech Wastelands.

The team will work on stabilizing AirMech Strike to ensure compatibility with AirMech Wastelands.

Kudos replaces credits for building things and is used to buy and sell items in vendor shops.

A new game mode called Wastelands is being introduced, featuring RPG elements and a new currency system.

A new test server for players to help test and provide feedback on Wastelands.

Players who previously paid for AirMech will receive Wastelands for free through a link in the game.

Players who previously paid for AirMech will receive Wastelands for free.

Kudos will be used to buy and sell items in vendor shops, replacing credits for building.

Initial access to Wastelands will be granted to Carbon VIPs before wider release.

Initial access to Wastelands will be granted to Carbon VIPs before wider release.

A new public test realm (PTR) server will be used for testing Wastelands, allowing for frequent wipes.

A new game mode that expands the AirMech universe with RPG elements and a new currency system.

Players will have connected accounts, allowing for shared inventory and stats between the two games.

Development will prioritize core gameplay systems and rule adjustments before balancing and graphical fixes.

Players will have connected accounts, affecting inventory and economy.

Players can unlock the Osprey AirMech class using the code 4ZMY-YAAC-AA2A-AAA4 in the game Shop.

Players can unlock the Osprey AirMech class using the provided code in the Shop.

Unlock the Warthog AirMech permanently with a special code for the next 24 hours.

Discussion on the balance of the Warthog, noted for its power but with drawbacks like slower speed and high energy drain.

A code to unlock the Warthog AirMech permanently for new players.

The Warthog is considered powerful but has drawbacks like slower speed and high energy drain.

Reworked UI for selecting units in loadouts, improving clarity and usability.

Added a preview line showing the path units will take when giving move orders.

Increased deploy range to include the entire map and added a toggle for deploying units to mech location.

Introduced a /dx11 command line option for testing DX11 support.

Reworked UI for selecting units in loadouts, improving clarity and usability.

Increased deploy range to include the entire map and added a toggle for deploying units to mech location.

Introduced /dx11 command line option for testing purposes.

Resolved an issue causing a black screen at the end of the game.

Sound effects at the endgame have been improved.

Heads and hats not showing up on Bomber have been fixed.

The black screen issue at the end of the game has been resolved.

A traditional Shop layout has been added to the menus for unlocking units and AirMech skins.

A practice mode to battle classic pilots in order of difficulty has been added.

Rendering changes and improvements have been made for better performance.

Ranking is live as part of the test Season Zero.

The close range damage bonus for the Warthog has been reduced.

Close range damage bonus for Warthog has been reduced.

The lobby has been redesigned to be fully 3D.

A new practice mode allows players to battle classic pilots in order of difficulty.

Muting players now works better, including names with spaces.

Units can now be commanded to follow the AirMech and given specific orders.

Players can now include or exclude server regions in the Play menu.

A traditional Shop layout has been added to the menus for unlocking units and AirMech skins.

Units can now follow the AirMech and be given specific orders.

A new HUD has been implemented to enhance the gameplay experience.

Players can now include or exclude server regions in the Play menu.

A new HUD has been implemented in the game.

The test season with a new Ranking system is now active.

Fortress income has been adjusted as it was too high.

Resolved an issue where heads and hats were not displaying on the Bomber unit.

Target selection now prefers mechs over outposts.

Sound effects at the endgame screen have been enhanced.

Fortress income has been adjusted as it was deemed too high.

The lobby has been redesigned to be fully 3D.

A new graphics option has been added to disable the glow effect for better performance on slower computers.

Ongoing improvements to graphical effects.

A new practice mode allows players to battle classic pilots in order of difficulty.

A new practice mode allows players to battle classic pilots in order of difficulty.

Parts and pilots are not utilized in AirMech Strike.

AirMech Strike is the new PvP focused reboot of AirMech, updating the old version.

Ongoing improvements to graphical effects.

Generators can now heal/fuel mechs on/off Sockets.

The lobby has been redesigned to be fully 3D.

Players will now be matched with a partner before finding opponents.

The lobby design is now fully 3D, with new menus accessible via the Esc key.

New maps adapted from player-created content have been added.

A new 3D multiplayer lobby has been implemented.

A new Group/Queue system has been implemented for easier matchmaking.

Campaign and Warzone modes have been removed and transferred to AirMech Wastelands.

An updated ingame HUD has been implemented.

Parts and Pilots are not utilized in AirMech Strike.

The Leveler unit has been renamed to Whopper, which increases Upkeep limit.

A new command allows units to follow the player's AirMech.

A new command allows units to follow the player's AirMech.

The new Rank Points system has been introduced with the start of Season 0.

Generators can now heal/fuel mechs on/off Sockets.

An updated HUD has been introduced for better gameplay experience.

Voice chat functionality has been added to the lobby.

Campaign and Warzone modes have been removed and moved to AirMech Wastelands.

Players can now swap units during a match, simplifying the unit selection process.

A new Rank Points system has been introduced with the start of Season 0.

The new PvP focused reboot of AirMech, replacing the old version while retaining player accounts and progress.

The Leveler has been renamed to Whopper and increases Upkeep limit.

Auto-repair feature removed; repair mode is now activated with the Q key.

New menu design allows toggling in/out with the Esc key.

New maps adapted from player-created content have been added.

Players can now swap units during a match, simplifying the unit selection process.

Auto-repair feature has been removed; repair mode is now activated with the Q key.

Voice chat feature added to the lobby for better communication.

Unit AI has been enhanced, benefiting from developments in the VR version of the game.

The current AirMech is renamed AirMech Strike and launches out of Early Access.

'Follow me' is now a core order usable from air or ground, improving strategic options.

Pilots, parts, and items no longer apply to PvP games for balance reasons.

Players can queue for matchmaking, browse for custom games, or practice in a 3D lobby.

Players enter a 3D lobby with their mech ready to queue for matchmaking or create custom games.

A new paid game that expands on campaign and warzone content, featuring a 3D overworld map.

AirMech F2P is renamed AirMech Strike and launches out of Early Access.

A new paid game that expands on campaign and warzone content, featuring a 3D overworld map.

New system matches teams before finding opponents, displaying other players' mechs in the queue.

New queue system matches teams before finding opponents, showing players beside you.

Players can swap out units in-game for a small time penalty, enhancing strategic gameplay.

Orders have been reworked, with 'Follow me' as a core order usable from air or ground.

Unit AI has been enhanced, influenced by the VR version of the game.

Pilots, parts, and items no longer apply to PvP games for balance reasons.

Players can swap out units in-game for a small time penalty, enhancing strategic gameplay.

The current version of AirMech will be relaunched as AirMech Strike, focusing entirely on PvP gameplay.

The game will be split into two distinct focuses: a PvP version (AirMech Strike) and an RPG/PvE version (AirMech Wastelands).

A brand new game that reboots AirMech into a semi-open world with RPG-style power and progression curves.

Accounts for AirMech Strike and AirMech Wastelands will be linked, with some content exclusive to each game.

All players who are Silver VIP before the split will receive AirMech Wastelands on Steam.

A brand new game, AirMech Wastelands, will be launched as a semi-open world game with RPG-style power and progression curves.

All players who are Silver VIP before the split will receive AirMech Wastelands on Steam.

The current version of AirMech will be relaunched as AirMech Strike, focusing entirely on PvP gameplay.

Accounts for AirMech Strike and AirMech Wastelands will be linked, with some content exclusive to each game.

AirMech will be split into two distinct games: one focused on PvP and the other on RPG/PvE elements.