What changed in Besiege in 2017

Joining players are visible, even if they enter the wrong password.

TriggerActivate shouldn't be called on the clients.

Arrows added to Timeslider when FPS is low, indicating it should be reduced.

Players can't switch teams when machine modification is off.

Resetting AI after death doesn't initialize behaviour.

Arrow does not disappear when hovering over it while entering sim.

Flags have transparent backgrounds.

Translate (and Rotate) Machine is still available in Playlist mode if it was active before switching.

Mirror tool visual breaks when pressing Alt.

Tents can't be destroyed by fire.

Rotating host machine sporadically causes slight desync in machine rotation.

Red Tents in Zone 24 can't be destroyed with fire.

Joining another game while hosting causes occasional crash.

Flags on campaign map have transparent backgrounds.

Arrows indicate when FPS is low, suggesting it should be reduced to 30fps.

Reset Event will not run in some cases.

Red Tents can't be destroyed with fire.

Bounding boxes don't always fade correctly.

Hashtags result in very odd behaviour.

Zones say Next Zone instead of Next Island.

Some Blood stays visible.

Can connect over Steam invite but not over IP.

Bounding boxes don't always fade correctly.

Machine is still available if it was active before switching.

Some Blood stays visible.

NPCs can't be set on fire or killed by arrows.

When evaluating UseSelf, it shouldn't assume there are any targets.

TriggerActivate shouldn't be called on the clients.

NPCs in Sandbox can't be set on fire or killed by arrows.

Can not connect over IP but can over Steam invite.

Hashtags in machine/level filename result in very odd behaviour.

Sometimes players can't switch teams in playlist mode when machine modification is off.

Reset Event will not run in some cases.

OnDeactivate not running correctly in relation to wait and TransformEvents.

Reload Player won't work if there is a wait event before it is activated.

Tents in Zone 9 can't be destroyed by fire.

Case where rotating host machine sporadically would cause a slight desync in machine rotation.

Resetting AI doesn't initialize behaviour.

Move into buildzone arrow does not disappear when hovering over it while entering sim.

Zones 15 and 34 say Next Zone instead of Next Island.

UseSelf shouldn't assume there are any targets.

Joining players are visible even if they enter the wrong password.

A powerful tool for creating custom levels with unique objectives.

Acknowledgment of bugs in the Alpha state with a commitment to fix them.

Acknowledgment of bugs in the Alpha state with a commitment to address them.

Introduced multiplayer battles and a level editor for custom gameplay.

Introduced multiplayer battles and a level editor for custom gameplay.

A powerful tool for creating custom levels with unique objectives.

Players can specify which machines can be used in their levels, preventing the use of others.

Players can impose rules and save various options to the level.

Players can use the level editor in a private multiplayer session without needing internet access.

The host of a multiplayer session has access to additional options such as god powers and the ability to kick or ban players.

Players can use the Level Editor in a private multiplayer session without needing internet access.

Players can create their own multiplayer sessions, which others can join via IP address or Steam friends list.

The current player limit for multiplayer sessions is set to 8, which can be decreased if desired.

Players can specify which machines can be used in their levels, preventing others.

A couple of new Valfross levels are in development, with no release estimation yet.

If the host can handle 700 blocks in singleplayer, they can handle 700 blocks total across all players in a multiplayer session.

Players can create their own multiplayer sessions, which others can join via IP address or Steam friends list.

Currently, players cannot sculpt or mold terrain in the level editor, but terrain objects are available.

The maximum allowed players in a multiplayer session is set to 8, which can be decreased.

The host of a multiplayer session has additional options such as god powers and the ability to kick or ban players.

A couple of new Valfross levels are being developed, with no release estimation yet.

Players can impose rules in their levels, including disabling specific blocks or limiting block usage per player.

Players can disable specific blocks or limit blocks per player in the level editor.

The host can handle a total of 700 blocks across all players in a multiplayer session, affecting performance.

Players can create triggers and events in levels, such as completing a level upon destroying specific objects.

The Logic System allows players to create custom objectives and levels without programming knowledge.

Players can design levels where destroying buildings contributes to level completion.

Significant progress made in fixing bugs to improve game stability before the Multiverse update.

Players can win if their opponent's machine takes 50% damage instead of complete destruction.

Players can now use a logic system to create custom objectives and levels without programming knowledge.

Players can win if their opponent's machine takes 50% damage instead of complete destruction.

Multiplayer mode includes a damage system for machines, allowing victory based on damage taken.

Over 300 bugs have been fixed in preparation for the Multiverse update.

An optional damage system for machines allows health bars and victory conditions based on damage taken.

Introduction of new level objects and a new environment to enhance gameplay in the Multiverse update.

Introduction of new level objects and a new environment to enhance gameplay in the Multiverse update.

Example of a King of The Hill type objective created using the logic editor.

Example of a capture the ball game mode created using the logic editor, featuring two teams and a scoring system.

The release of the Multiverse update has been delayed due to ongoing bug fixing efforts.

The logic editor allows players to create levels with objectives and competitive gameplay modes.

A new logic editor feature allows players to create levels with structured gameplay and objectives.

The release of the Multiverse update has been delayed due to ongoing bug fixing efforts.

Example of a King of The Hill type objective where teams gain points for occupying an area.

Example of a capture the ball type game mode created using the logic editor.

A properties tool allows editing of object behaviors, including physics settings and AI customization.

Players can customize AI behavior, stats, and team affiliations for AI vs AI combat.

A new level editor is introduced allowing players to create environments using various game objects.

A snap to grid option is available to assist in object placement within the level editor.

Tools for translating, rotating, scaling, mirroring, erasing, and modifying objects in the level editor are introduced.

A new level editor is being introduced, allowing players to create environments using various game objects.

Tools for translating, rotating, scaling, mirroring, erasing, and modifying objects in the level editor are introduced.

Players can save, load, and share their levels with others via the Steam workshop.

Players can save, load, and share their levels with others via the Steam workshop.

New assets specifically for custom and multiplayer levels are being developed.

New assets specifically for custom and multiplayer levels are being developed.

General tools like paintbrush mode, snap to grid, and duplication options are added to enhance level creation.

A paintbrush tool allows players to place multiple objects easily by moving the cursor.

All physics in multiplayer sessions will be handled by the host's computer, ensuring smooth performance across connected players.

Besiege will feature a new Multiplayer game mode allowing players to interact and compete with each other.

Client players experience minimal performance load, allowing participation in multiplayer sessions regardless of their computer's specs.

An innovative clustering system reduces lag and improves synchronization between players.

An innovative clustering system will reduce the amount of information sent between players, minimizing lag and improving sync.

All physics in multiplayer are handled by the host's computer, ensuring smooth performance.

The upcoming Multiverse update will introduce a Multiplayer game mode.

Two types of physics simulation will be available: Global simulation for full interaction and Local simulation for independent testing.

A Multiplayer Level Editor will be included in the Multiverse update.

A new Multiplayer Level Editor will be introduced, enabling players to create and edit levels collaboratively.

Multiplayer mode features Global simulation for interaction and Local simulation for independent testing.

Transitioning to releasing individual items when they are ready instead of assembling features into a single update.

Sneak peek at new campaign levels featuring the first fortress of Valfross and a redesigned Tolbrynd physics brick system.

The development team will release individual items when they are ready instead of bundling features into a single update.

An extensive re-work of the options menu is in progress, including video and audio options.

Basic control customization will be available, including rebinding camera hotkeys.

The Tolbrynd physics brick system has been redesigned to suit the frozen wastelands aesthetic.

The results of the 'Favorite Levels' poll were shared, highlighting the top five most voted levels.

Upcoming campaign levels will feature the first fortress of Valfross with a redesigned physics brick system.

Extensive list of video and audio options added, with basic control customization for rebinding camera hotkeys.

Top five most voted levels from the community poll announced.

The game will support multiple languages with community-uploaded translations.

The options menu is being re-worked to include more customization options for sound, graphics, and controls.

The game will support multiple languages with community-uploaded translations.

The options menu is being reworked to include more customization options for sound, graphics, and controls.

The Crossbow Block allows you to fire large arrows at enemy targets and has 30 rounds of ammunition before it is depleted.

Updated models and textures for Cannon, Shrapnel Cannon, Spike, Hinge, Ballast, Bomb, Bomb Holder, Decoupler, Balloon Rope, Flamethrower, Rope & Winch.

Updated models and textures for Cannon, Shrapnel Cannon, Spike, Hinge, Ballast, Bomb, Bomb Holder, Decoupler, Balloon Rope, Flamethrower, Rope & Winch.

Now covers entire area.

The Vacuum Block creates a suction force that pulls enemies, objects, debris, etc. towards it.

Optimized a subset of the machine scripts to potentially pose less problems, primarily in relation to mods.

Optimized a subset of the machine scripts to potentially pose less problems, primarily in relation to mods.

The Log Block is three times the length of a single wooden block for use on larger scale machines.

Fixed all bugs and added invisible ghosts to make it look like there's bugs.

Improved precision in certain setups.

The Crossbow Block allows you to fire large arrows at enemy targets and has 30 rounds of ammunition before it is depleted.

To make it look like there's bugs.

Fixed freezing zone in sandbox to cover entire area.

The Vacuum Block creates a suction force that pulls enemies, objects, debris, etc. towards it.

Slightly improved Cannon precision in certain setups.

The Log Block is three times the length of a single wooden block for use on larger scale machines.