What changed in Kenshi in 2016

856 updates · 76 main milestones · Jan 17, 2016 to Dec 13, 2016

  1. 20 events
    Reduced XP rate for toughnessbalance change
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    Fixed difficulty of clicking on characters while pausedbug fix

    Small bugfix to improve interaction with characters during pause.

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    Characters can no longer attack with broken armsgameplay

    Characters must resort to kicks or other actions if their arms are broken.

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    Fixed cloud rendering issuebug fix
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    Reduced XP rate for toughnessbalance change
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    Defensive combat mode bonusbalance change

    Defensive combat mode now applies a +20 bonus to dodging when unarmed.

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    Sword arm broken prevents blockinggameplay

    If your sword arm is broken, you cannot block and must dodge instead.

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    Fixed import crashbug fix

    Addressed a specific crash issue during import.

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    Characters can no longer attack with broken armsgameplay

    Characters must resort to kicks or other actions if their arms are broken.

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    Defensive combat mode bonus adjustmentbalance change

    Defensive combat mode now applies a +20 bonus to dodging if unarmed.

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    AI/pathfinding fix with wallsai

    A certain fix for AI/pathfinding issues related to walls.

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    Sword arm injury affects blockinggameplay

    If the sword arm is broken, characters cannot block and must dodge instead.

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    Tweaked weapon animation selectiongameplay

    Fixed mismatching polearms stance and added variety for specific weapons.

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    Fixed import crashbug fix

    Fixed a certain crash that occurred during import.

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    AI/pathfinding fix with wallsai

    Addressed issues with AI pathfinding related to walls.

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    0.95.8 Release (Experimental)new content

    This is the new experimental version available for opt-in.

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    Fixed NPC teleportation issuebug fix

    Fixed a problem with NPCs sometimes teleporting back on screen after walking off.

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    Fixed difficulty of clicking on characters while pausedbug fix

    Small bugfix to improve interaction with characters during pause.

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    Fixed cloud rendering issuebug fix
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    Fixed NPC teleportation issuebug fix

    Resolved a problem where NPCs would sometimes teleport back on screen after walking off.

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  2. 42 events
    Fixed Incorrect Damage Resistance Displaybug fix

    Fixed the incorrect damage resistance number in the damage floating text when in simple mode.

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    Fixed Bonus Stats Display in Main GUIbug fix

    Fixed bonus attack/defence stats display in the main GUI.

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    Fixed stealth arrow markersbug fix

    Fixed stealth arrow markers not turning off

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    Stealth mechanics adjustmentsbalance change

    Fine-tuning for stealthy raids, including halved NPC hear range and alarm range adjustments

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    Stealth Mechanics Tweakedbalance change

    Fine-tuning for stealthy raids, including halved NPC hear range and alarm range adjustments.

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    Fixed trade window with sleeping traderbug fix

    Fixed the trade window when you talk to a sleeping trader

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    Dismantling Buildings Returns Materialsgameplay

    Dismantling buildings now gives back some of the materials.

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    Clothing protection from elementsgameplay

    Certain clothing can protect you from the elements, with goggles being effective in dust storms

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    Shopkeepers Interaction Adjustedgameplay

    Shopkeepers won't talk to you if you are an enemy.

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    Narcotics production addednew content

    Added narcotics production to the tech tree

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    Tweaked follow AI for escaping slavesai

    Tweaked the follow AI for escaping slaves/prisoners to keep up with the player

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    Fixed Bug with Freeing Slavesbug fix

    Fixed a bug with some slaves not reacting when you free them.

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    Fixed a few crashesbug fix
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    More slaves added to townsnew content

    Added more slaves to the slave towns

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    Guards behavior adjustmentai

    Guards standing outside of a building will no longer keep the door open

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    Armour skill bonusesbalance change

    Armour can now have skill bonuses for unarmed, dodge, and fist damage

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    Fixed bonus stats display in GUIbug fix

    Fixed bonus attack/defence stats display in the main GUI

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    Encumbrance penalties on move speedbalance change

    Encumbrance and other penalties have a slightly lower effect on move speed

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    Weather Effects on Charactersgameplay

    Characters now feel the weather, with duststorms and rain affecting visibility and hearing range.

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    Fixed non-player faction relationsbug fix

    Fixed non-player faction relations all being 0 on import

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    More Slaves Added to Slave Townsnew content

    Added more slaves to the slave towns.

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    Tweaked Follow AI for Escaping Slavesai

    Escaping slaves/prisoners will keep up with the player rather than stay behind to fight.

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    Slave recruitment adjustmentsbalance change

    Low-level slaves are more likely to join you, while captured bandits are less likely

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    Fixed Non-Player Faction Relationsbug fix

    Fixed non-player faction relations all being 0 on import.

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    Translation Mode in Construction Setnew content

    The construction set now has a 'translation mode' for using to translate the dialogue.

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    Stopped Player from Reclaiming Bountiesbug fix

    Stopped player from re-claiming bounties by releasing prisoners.

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    Backpacks Impact Dodgingbalance change

    Backpacks now negatively impact dodging.

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    Fixed Several Crashesbug fix

    Fixed a few crashes.

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    Low-Level Slaves Join Rates Adjustedbalance change

    Low-level slaves are more likely to join you; captured bandits are less likely.

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    Backpacks impact on dodgingbalance change

    Backpacks now negatively impact dodging

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    Encumbrance Penalties Reducedbalance change

    Encumbrance and other penalties have a slightly lower effect on move speed.

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    Translation mode in construction setnew content

    The construction set now has a 'translation mode' for using to translate the dialogue

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    Clothing Protection from Elementsgameplay

    Certain clothing can protect you from the elements; goggles are effective in dust storms.

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    Fixed Trade Window with Sleeping Traderbug fix

    Fixed the trade window when you talk to a sleeping trader.

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    Dismantling buildings returns materialsgameplay

    Dismantling buildings now gives back some of the materials

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    Weather effects on charactersgameplay

    Characters now feel the weather, with duststorms and rain affecting visibility and hearing range

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    Fixed bug with slaves not reactingbug fix

    Fixed a bug with some slaves not reacting when you free them

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    Armour Skill Bonuses Addedbalance change

    Armour can now have skill bonuses for unarmed, dodge, and fist damage.

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    Prevented reclaiming bountiesbug fix

    Stopped player from re-claiming bounties by releasing prisoners

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    Shopkeepers behavior adjustmentgameplay

    Shopkeepers won't talk to you if you are an enemy

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    Fixed Stealth Arrow Markersbug fix

    Fixed stealth arrow markers not turning off.

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    Fixed incorrect damage resistance displaybug fix

    Fixed the incorrect damage resistance number in the damage floating text when in simple mode

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  3. 49 events
    Smuggling Arrest Messageboxquality of life

    Added a messagebox that informs players what item caused their arrest for smuggling.

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    Floating Damage Numbers Display Optionquality of life

    Added options setting for displaying floating damage numbers.

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    Added sound effect for barefoot charactersaudio
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    Tweaked character muscle visibility formulagameplay

    Muscle visibility is no longer affected by strength or toughness, making characters look different based on their skills.

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    Thrust Direction Block Addednew content

    Added a block for 'thrust' direction, allowing players to block unarmed and animal attacks.

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    Camera Limit Tweakedquality of life

    Tweaked the camera limit to allow looking upwards more.

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    Tweaked crowded combat movementbug fix

    More adjustments made for crowded combat movement.

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    Turret Upgrade Crash Fixedbug fix

    Fixed a crash that occurred when upgrading turrets while in use.

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    Fixed AI hauling bugbug fix

    Resolved a particular AI hauling bug.

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    Fixed combat movement bugbug fix

    Resolved an issue causing characters to bunch up too close during combat.

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    Town Population Bug Fixedbug fix

    Fixed a bug related to populating towns, particularly affecting Mongrel.

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    Sound Effect for Barefoot Charactersaudio

    Added a sound effect for characters that are barefoot.

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    Added block for thrust directionnew content

    You can now block unarmed and animal attacks.

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    Feedback Arrows in Stealth Modenew content

    Added feedback arrows to stealth mode.

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    Added plastic surgeon to empire townsnew content
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    Block Animation Blending Improvedvisuals

    Made block animation blending look nicer.

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    Fixed bar squads duplicationbug fix

    Resolved issue with bar squads duplicating when loading a game or returning to an area.

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    Added feedback arrows to stealth modenew content
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    Bounties Bug Fixedbug fix

    Fixed a bug where bounties were getting deducted instead of awarded.

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    Fixed flickery animationsbug fix

    Resolved some animation bugs.

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    Character Muscle Visibility Tweakedgameplay

    Tweaked the formula for character muscle visibility to make characters look different based on their skills.

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    Added messagebox for smuggling arrestsquality of life

    Messagebox now tells you what item caused your arrest for smuggling.

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    Fixed AI cores spawning issuebug fix

    AI cores were not getting spawned; requires import.

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    AI Cores Not Spawning Fixedbug fix

    Fixed a bug where AI cores were not spawning (requires import).

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    Fixed town population bugbug fix

    Resolved a bug with populating towns, specifically affecting Mongrel.

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    Fixed visual bugs in wetness systembug fix
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    Bar Squads Duplication Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where bar squads were duplicating when loading a game or returning to an area.

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    Fixed character direction jitteringbug fix

    Resolved jittering when moving very slowly.

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    Increased food sold in barsbalance change
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    Fixed block animations not playingbug fix
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    NPCs Working at Farms Bug Fixedbug fix

    Fixed a bug where NPCs would come into player bases to work at farms.

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    Crowded Combat Movement Tweaksbug fix

    More tweaks made for crowded combat movement.

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    Rear-Direction Block Animationsnew content

    Characters now have rear-direction block animations.

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    AI Hauling Bug Fixedbug fix

    Fixed a particular AI hauling bug.

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    Improved block animation blendingvisuals

    Block animation blending looks nicer now.

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    Fixed crash when upgrading turretsbug fix

    Resolved crash issue when upgrading turrets while in use.

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    Fixed NPCs working at farmsbug fix

    Resolved issue with NPCs coming into your base to work at your farms.

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    Added options for floating damage numbersquality of life

    Options setting for displaying floating damage numbers added.

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    Wetness System Visual Bugs Fixedbug fix

    Fixed visual bugs in the wetness system.

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    Character Direction Jittering Fixedbug fix

    Fixed character direction jittering when moving very slowly.

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    Dodging Added to Combat Systembalance change

    Introduced dodging in combat, usable when unarmed and to break out of stun-lock states.

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    Increased Food Sold in Barsbalance change

    Increased the amount of food sold in bars.

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    Added more combat stance animationsnew content

    Added animations for different weapons.

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    More Combat Stance Animationsnew content

    Added additional combat stance animations for different weapons.

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    Added dodging to combat systemnew content

    Dodging can be used when unarmed and to break out of stun-lock states.

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    Plastic Surgeon Added to Empire Townsnew content

    Introduced the plastic surgeon NPC to empire towns.

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    Tweaked camera limitgameplay

    You can now look upwards a little more.

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    Fixed bounties deduction issuebug fix

    Resolved issue where bounties were getting deducted instead of awarded.

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    Added rear-direction block animationsnew content
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  4. 18 events
    Fixed Several Crashesbug fix

    Addressed a few crashes that were occurring.

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    Fixed several crashesbug fix

    Addressed a few crashes that were occurring.

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    Unlocked New Major Factionnew content

    More of the map has been unlocked with the introduction of a new major faction.

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    Fixed Random Black Inventory Iconsbug fix

    Resolved the issue of random black inventory icons.

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    Fixed Light Emissive Materialsbug fix

    Small fixes for light emissive materials.

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    Fixed Fog Islands Zonebug fix

    Resolved issues with the fog islands zone.

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    Fixed Importing Problemsbug fix

    Addressed some problems related to importing.

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    Fixed random black inventory iconsbug fix

    Resolved the issue of random black icons appearing in inventory.

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    Fixed problems with importingbug fix

    Addressed issues related to importing.

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    Fixed character editor overlapping issuebug fix

    Characters in the character editor no longer show on top of each other at start.

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    Fixed light emissive materials and road-following bugbug fix

    Small fixes for light emissive materials and a road-following bug.

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    Fixed fog islands zonebug fix

    Resolved issues with the fog islands zone.

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    Fixed Road-Following Bugbug fix

    Resolved a bug related to road-following behavior.

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    Fixed character wetness issue on creationbug fix

    Characters no longer randomly get wet when created.

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    Fixed Grass Shininess During Rainbug fix

    Addressed the issue of weird grass shininess during rain.

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    Unlocked new major faction and map areanew content

    More of the map has been unlocked with the addition of a new major faction.

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    Fixed Character Wetness on Creationbug fix

    Characters no longer randomly get wet when created.

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    Fixed Character Editor Overlapbug fix

    Characters in the character editor no longer show on top of each other at start.

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  5. 29 events
    General performance improvementperformance

    Performance improvements noted, especially in Holy Nation cities.

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    Vanishing furniture on import fixedbug fix
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    Broken turrets reloading issue fixedbug fix
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    Memory optimizations implementedperformance
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    Possible fix for performance slowdownperformance

    Possible fix for the performance slowdown some players reported since v94.3.

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    Randomly black buildings fixedbug fix
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    Performance improvements in Stenn Desertperformance

    Removed a few things from the Stenn Desert to speed up performance.

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    Main GUI attack and defense values correctedbug fix
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    Bar characters spawning issue fixedbug fix
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    Hotfix for crash when arriving in certain areasbug fix
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    Turrets now save loaded harpoons countbug fix
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    Unarmed combat feature addedgameplay

    Unarmed combat is now a challenging option, requiring further balancing.

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    Combat movement/flocking system fixedbug fix
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    Crash fix related to firing turretsbug fix
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    Destroyed buildings visibility issue fixedbug fix
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    Falling Sun cut damage reducedbalance change

    Slight reduction in cut damage for the Falling Sun.

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    Slaves now valued by skillsgameplay
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    Combat XP rate adjustmentbalance change

    Combat XP rate is now multiplied if the global combat damage option is changed.

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    Animation blending system overhaulbug fix

    Combat animations should blend more smoothly now.

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    Interior visibility issue fixed when pausedbug fix
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    Hotfix for crashing issuesbug fix

    Hotfix for the crashing, sorry I didn't notice sooner.

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    AI tweaks for weapon lootingai

    Small AI tweaks, including a max range to AI weapon looting.

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    Holy Nation bounty collection fixedbug fix
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    Various crashes and visual bugs fixedbug fix
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    Invisible harpoons issue fixedbug fix
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    Movement system jittering fixedbug fix

    Most jittering in the movement system has been addressed.

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    New map area with additional factionsnew contentMilestone

    Active map area has (almost) doubled with new content and factions.

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    Temporary fix for terrain engine crashbug fix
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    Smuggling career option introducedgameplayMilestone

    Players can buy narcotics or illegal goods and sell them for profit.

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  6. 84 events
    New Weapon Blueprintsnew content

    Scattered appropriate weapon blueprints around the world.

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    Economic Balancing: No Selling Faction Uniform Armorbalance change

    You can no longer sell armor that is part of another faction's uniform.

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    Food Overhaul: Nutritional Quality Halvedbalance change

    Food nutritional quality halved, but food cost is also halved.

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    Character Gear Left Behind on Deathgameplay

    Characters leave behind all gear when killed by a vampiric creature.

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    Economic Balancing: Chainmail Weight Increasebalance change

    Chainmail is now 50% heavier.

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    Scorchlanders Tweaksbalance change

    Some small tweaks made to Scorchlanders.

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    Smithing Overhaul: Imprinted Crafted Geargameplay

    Crafted gear is now imprinted with the name of the smith.

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    New Alcoholic Drinks Craftingnew content

    Added research and crafting for 3 main alcoholic drinks.

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    Stealth Knockout of Sleeping NPCsgameplay

    You can now stealth-knockout sleeping NPCs.

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    Imprinted Crafted Gearnew content

    Crafted gear is now imprinted with the name of the smith.

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    Thievery Rebalance: Bodyguard Theft Consequencesbalance change

    You can no longer steal from knocked out bodyguards without them seeing it as betrayal.

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    Smithing Critical Success Chancegameplay

    Crafting has a chance for critical success based on character skill.

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    Economic Balancing: Doubled Bounty Amountsbalance change

    Bounty amounts for crimes have been roughly doubled.

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    Food Overhaul: Nutritional Quality Halvedbalance change

    Food nutritional quality is halved, but food cost is also halved.

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    Added More Treasurenew content

    More treasure and items added to the game.

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    Spawn Distribution Tunedgameplay

    Reduces situations of endless bandit or animal spawns.

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    Character Gear Left Behind on Deathgameplay

    Characters leave behind all gear and clothes upon death by vampiric creatures.

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    Performance Boostperformance

    Average 5-10 fps increase measured.

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    Weapons Characteristics and Stats Rebalancedbalance change

    Weapon types have more characteristics; stats rebalanced for indoor use.

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    Faction-based Bountiesgameplay

    Bounties are now assigned by factions.

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    Stealth Knockout of Sleeping NPCsgameplay

    Players can now stealth-knockout sleeping NPCs.

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    Tweaks to Scorchlandersbalance change

    Some small tweaks made to Scorchlanders.

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    Automatic Side-arm Switch Indoorsgameplay

    Characters will switch to their side-arm weapon when indoors.

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    Food Ingredients Shown in Tooltipsui ux

    Food ingredients are now shown in item tooltips and crafting window.

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    Weapon Prices Doubledbalance change

    Weapon prices doubled to match armor prices.

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    Illegal Use of Equipment in NPC Owned Buildingsgameplay

    Using equipment in NPC owned buildings is now illegal.

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    Thievery Rebalance: Stealing Chances Rebalancedbalance change
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    Thievery Rebalance: Stealth Sound Overhaulbalance change

    Targets will sometimes hear sneaking characters based on distance and skill.

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    Smithing Overhaul: Crafted Weapon Qualitybalance change

    Crafted weapon quality is limited by character skill.

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    New Weapon Blueprints Scatterednew content

    Scattered appropriate weapon blueprints around the world.

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    AI Chase Behavior Improvementai

    AI now knows when in a chase and gives up properly when losing sight.

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    Mild Co-existence System Implementedgameplay

    Small villages won't be instantly wiped out by dangerous environments.

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    Added Low-Tiers to Weapon Benchesgameplay

    Added low-tiers to higher level weapon benches for clarity.

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    Thievery Rebalance: Stealth Sound Overhaulbalance change

    Stealth sound overhaul; targets may hear sneaking based on distance and skill.

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    Added Thieves/Assassins Guildnew content

    A simple thieves/assassins guild has been added.

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    Smithing Overhaul: Armor Quality by Skillgameplay

    Crafted armor quality dictated by character skill.

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    No Selling Stolen Items Back to Fencesgameplay

    You can no longer sell a fence back their own stolen items.

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    Low-tiers Added to Higher Level Weapon Benchesnew content

    Added low-tiers to higher level weapon benches for clarity.

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    Co-Existence System Implementationgameplay

    Implemented a mild co-existence system for small villages.

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    AI Chase Behavior Improvedai

    AI now knows when it is in a chase and gives up when losing sight.

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    Smithing Overhaul: Material Costs and Craft Timebalance change

    Varies by weapon type.

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    Automatic Side-Arm Switch Indoorsgameplay

    Characters will switch to side-arm when indoors if it has less penalty.

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    Tiny Additional Map Content Updatechanges

    Added simple tips to the mechanical shop keepers dialog.

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    Economic Balancing: Doubled Book Costsbalance change
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    Training Equipment Usage Restrictiongameplay

    Using equipment in NPC owned buildings is now illegal without joining the thieves guild.

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    Weapon Prices Doubledbalance change

    Weapon prices doubled to match armor prices.

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    Economic Balancing: Doubled Bounty Amountsbalance change

    Bounty amounts for crimes are roughly doubled.

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    Food Overhaul: Hunger Time Doubledbalance change

    Hunger time is now doubled, taking longer to get hungry.

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    New Weapons Addednew content

    The number of weapons has doubled with new types and characteristics.

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    Economic Balancing: Increased Recruit Costsbalance change

    Recruits cost significantly more to hire.

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    Thievery Rebalance: Bodyguard Theft Penaltybalance change

    Cannot steal from knocked out bodyguards; they will see it as betrayal if they witness it.

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    Smithing Overhaul: Weapon Quality by Skillgameplay

    Crafted weapon quality limited by character skill.

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    Added More Treasurenew content

    Added more treasure and items to discover.

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    Economic Balancing: Cooking Speed and Cost Changesbalance change

    Cooking speed is x3, but ingredient cost is x8.

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    New Alcoholic Drinks Craftingnew content

    Added research and crafting for 3 main alcoholic drinks as new cash crops.

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    Performance Boostperformance

    Average 5-10 fps increase.

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    No Selling Stolen Items Back to Fencesbalance change

    You can no longer sell a fence back their own items that you stole.

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    Economic Balancing: Cooking Speed Increasedbalance change

    Cooking food speed is x3, but ingredient cost is x8.

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    Food Overhaul: Hunger Time Doubledbalance change

    It takes almost twice as long to get hungry.

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    Athletics XP Rate Reducedbalance change

    Athletics XP rate reduced by 25%.

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    Inventory Interface Tunedui ux

    Subtle improvements to the inventory interface.

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    Labouring Skill XP Rate Increasedbalance change

    Labouring skill XP rate increased by 50%.

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    Food Overhaul: Food No Longer a Trade Goodbalance change

    You only get 50% of food's value when sold.

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    Food Overhaul: Food No Longer a Trade Goodbalance change

    Food is no longer a trade good, selling value reduced to 50%.

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    Smithing Overhaul: Critical Success Chancegameplay

    Crafting has a critical success chance based on character skill.

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    Thievery Rebalance: Town Guards Investigate Open Doorsbalance change

    Town guards will investigate buildings with open doors at night.

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    Economic Balancing: Armor Selling Restrictionbalance change

    Cannot sell armor that is part of another faction's uniform.

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    Economic Balancing: Increased Recruit Costsbalance change

    Recruits now cost significantly more to hire.

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    Thievery Rebalance: Stealing Chances Rebalancedbalance change
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    Smithing Overhaul: Material Costs and Craft Time Variationgameplay

    Material costs and craft time vary by weapon type.

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    Smithing Overhaul: Crafted Armor Qualitybalance change

    Crafted armor quality is dictated by character skill.

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    Economic Balancing: Chainmail Weight Increasedbalance change

    Chainmail is now 50% heavier.

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    Thievery Rebalance: Town Guards Investigationbalance change

    Town guards will investigate buildings with open doors at night and recognize intruders.

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    Spawn Distribution Tuninggameplay

    Tuned spawn distributions to reduce bandit respawns.

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    Labouring Skill XP Rate Increasedbalance change

    Labouring skill XP rate increased by 50%.

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    Economic Balancing: Doubled Cost of Booksbalance change
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    Inventory Interface Tuningui ux

    Inventory interface subtly tuned for better usability.

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    Weapons Characteristics Rebalancedbalance change

    Weapons have advantages or penalties when used indoors.

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    Food Ingredients Tooltip Updateui ux

    Food ingredients are now shown in item tooltip and crafting window.

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    Athletics XP Rate Reducedbalance change

    Athletics XP rate reduced by 25%.

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    Faction-Based Bounty Systemgameplay

    Bounties are now assigned by factions.

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    New Weapons Addednew content

    Tons of new weapons added, doubling the number available.

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    Thieves/Assassins Guild Addednew content

    A simple thieves/assassins guild has been added.

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    Tiny Additional Map Content Updateworld

    Added simple tips to mechanical shopkeepers' dialog.

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  7. 12 events
    Fixed weapon smith critical successes not workingbug fix
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    Fixed 'intruder' events when just released from prisonbug fix

    Also added a notification for this event.

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    Fixed weapon smith critical successes not workingbug fix
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    Fixed inaccurate gui info in the weapon smithbug fix
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    Armour smithing capped at 'specialist' gradebalance change

    Armour smithing now capped at 'specialist' grade unless a critical success is achieved.

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    Fixed 'get out of my house' dialog events when in a cagebug fix
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    Fixed inaccurate gui info in the weapon smithbug fix
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    Added missing armoured rags to the crafting benchnew content
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    Added missing armoured rags to the crafting benchnew content
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    Armour smithing capped at 'specialist' gradebalance change

    Armour smithing is now capped at 'specialist' grade unless a critical success is achieved.

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    Fixed 'intruder' events when released from prisonbug fix

    Also added a notification for this event.

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    Fixed 'get out of my house' dialog events when in a cagebug fix
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  8. 14 events
    Fixed Incorrect Rum Recipebug fix

    Fixed the incorrect rum recipe.

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    Closed Doors Passable by Animals Fixbug fix

    Fixed closed doors being passable by animals

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    Fixed Incorrect Rum Recipebug fix

    Fixed the incorrect rum recipe

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    Fixed Animals Passing Through Closed Doorsbug fix

    Fixed closed doors being passable by animals.

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    AI Chase Behavior Improvementai

    The AI now knows when it is in a chase, and should give up properly when they lose sight of you

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    Food Ingredients Display in Tooltipsui ux

    Food ingredients are now shown in the item tooltip and crafting window

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    Police Arrest Behavior Fixbug fix

    Police shouldn't lock you up in private buildings anymore, so you don't get arrested again for trespassing when you are released

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    Food Ingredients Shown in Tooltipsui ux

    Food ingredients are now shown in the item tooltip and crafting window.

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    AI Chase Behavior Improvedai

    The AI now knows when it is in a chase, and should give up properly when they lose sight of you.

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    Character Stuck Situations Fixesbug fix

    Some small fixes for characters getting stuck in certain situations

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    Removal of Empty Weapon Smithing Techsgameplay

    Removed the empty weapon smithing techs, they were left in by mistake, it's supposed to cap at mkIII

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    Police No Longer Arrest in Private Buildingsbug fix

    Police shouldn't lock you up in private buildings anymore, so you don't get arrested again for trespassing when you are released.

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    Removed Empty Weapon Smithing Techsgameplay

    Removed the empty weapon smithing techs, they were left in by mistake, it's supposed to cap at mkIII.

    Steam
    Fixed Characters Getting Stuckbug fix

    Some small fixes for characters getting stuck in certain situations.

    Steam
  9. 24 events
    Weapon prices doubled to match armor pricesbalance change
    Steam
    Added low-tiers to higher level weapon benchesnew content

    Less confusion when no high level options are available to craft.

    Steam
    Fixed buggy Flotsam guard approach dialogsbug fix
    Steam
    Using equipment in NPC owned buildings is now illegalgameplay

    You need to join the thieves guild to use training equipment.

    Steam
    Fixed bug with food nutrition levelsbug fix

    Characters wouldn't eat food with super high nutrition levels.

    Steam
    Fixed Flotsam safehousebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Flotsam safehousebug fix
    Steam
    Added low-tiers to higher level weapon benchesnew content

    Less confusion when no high level options are available to craft.

    Steam
    Added more treasure and itemsnew content
    Steam
    Tweaked Scorchlandersbalance change

    Some small adjustments made.

    Steam
    Added more treasure and itemsnew content
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    Using equipment in NPC owned buildings is now illegalgameplayMilestone

    You need to join the thieves guild to use training equipment.

    Steam
    Fixed gate guard dialogs triggering repeatedlybug fix
    Steam
    Added simple tips to mechanical shopkeepers dialognew content

    Tiny additional map content update.

    Steam
    Fixed bug with food nutrition levelsbug fix

    Characters wouldn't eat food with super high nutrition levels.

    Steam
    Stopped civil wars breaking out in Bad Teethgameplay
    Steam
    Fixed missing edgewalkers descriptionbug fix
    Steam
    Doubled weapon prices to match armor pricesbalance change
    Steam
    Fixed missing edgewalkers descriptionbug fix
    Steam
    Tweaks to Scorchlandersbalance change

    Some small adjustments made.

    Steam
    Tiny additional map content updatenew content

    Added simple tips to mechanical shopkeepers' dialog.

    Steam
    Fixed gate guard dialogs triggering repeatedlybug fix
    Steam
    Fixed buggy Flotsam guard approach dialogsbug fix
    Steam
    Stopped civil wars breaking out in Bad Teethbug fix
    Steam
  10. 20 events
    Weapon Blueprints Scatterednew content

    Appropriate weapon blueprints have been scattered around the world.

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    Automatic Side-arm Switchgameplay

    Characters will automatically switch to their side-arm weapon when indoors if it has less of an indoors penalty than their main weapon.

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    Weapon Blueprints Scatterednew content

    Appropriate weapon blueprints have been scattered around the world.

    Steam
    Imprinted Crafted Geargameplay

    Crafted gear is now imprinted with the name of the smith.

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    Critical Success Chance in Craftinggameplay

    Crafting has a critical success chance, allowing for a final item to be one grade higher based on character skill.

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    Automatic Side-arm Switchinggameplay

    Characters will switch to their side-arm weapon indoors if it has less penalty than their main weapon.

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    Smithing OverhaulgameplayMilestone

    Crafted weapon quality limited by character skill; crafted armor quality dictated by character skill.

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    New Weapons Addednew contentMilestone

    The number of weapons has doubled, including new blunt and hacking weapons, and polearms.

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    Material Costs and Craft Time Variationgameplay

    Material costs and craft time now vary by weapon type.

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    Labouring Skill XP Rate Increasedquality of life

    Labouring skill XP rate increased by 50%.

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    Inventory Interface Tunedui ux

    Inventory interface subtly tuned for improved usability.

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    New Weapons Addednew contentMilestone

    The number of weapons has doubled, including new blunt and hacking weapons, and polearms.

    Steam
    Performance Boostperformance

    Average 5-10 fps increase measured.

    Steam
    Weapon Characteristics Rebalancedbalance change

    Weapon types have more characteristics and stats rebalanced, with advantages or penalties based on environment.

    Steam
    Inventory Interface Tuningui ux

    Inventory interface subtly tuned for improved usability.

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    Smithing OverhaulgameplayMilestone

    Crafted weapon and armor quality is dictated by character skill; crafting has a critical success chance.

    Steam
    Performance Boostperformance

    Average 5-10 fps increase measured.

    Steam
    Weapon Characteristics and Stats Rebalancedbalance change

    Weapons now have advantages or penalties when used indoors and bonus damage against certain opponents or animals.

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    Imprinted Crafted Geargameplay

    Crafted gear is now imprinted with the name of the smith.

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    Labouring Skill XP Rate Increasedbalance change

    Labouring skill XP rate increased by 50%.

    Steam
  11. 8 events
    Introduction of New Weaponsnew contentMilestone

    Doubling the current selection of weapons, including rare and unusual types.

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    Visual Overhaul of Old Weaponryvisuals

    Updated looks for old weapons along with new variations.

    Steam
    Rebalancing of Weapon Characteristicsbalance change

    Added extra characteristics and stats for more tactical combat, including penalties for larger weapons indoors.

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    Performance Boost with Mini Updateperformance

    Average 5-10 fps increase with more improvements expected next month.

    Steam
    Visual Overhaul of Old Weaponryvisuals

    Updated looks for existing weapons along with new designs.

    Steam
    Rebalancing of Weapon Characteristicsbalance change

    New characteristics and stats added for more tactical combat, including penalties for larger weapons indoors.

    Steam
    Addition of New Weaponsnew contentMilestone

    Doubling the current selection of weapons, including rare and unusual types.

    Steam
    Performance Boost with Mini Updateperformance

    Average 5-10 fps increase with more improvements expected next month.

    Steam
  12. 26 events
    Fixed Character Stopping When Running from Attackersbug fix

    Tracked down and fixed the bug where characters would stop when trying to run away from attackers.

    Steam
    Fixed Crash on Save with Minor Faction Bountybug fixMilestone

    Fixed a crash that occurred when saving while having a bounty with a minor faction.

    Steam
    Stopped Characters from Ignoring Ordersbug fix

    Fixed issue where characters would ignore orders to chase off varmints.

    Steam
    Fixed Rare Character Running Away Instead of Fightingbug fix

    Fixed some rare cases where characters would run away instead of engaging in combat.

    Steam
    Cannot Sell Faction Uniform Armorbalance change

    Players can no longer sell armor that is part of another faction's uniform.

    Steam
    Turrets Aim Adjustmentbug fix

    Turrets no longer aim too high for small or young animals.

    Steam
    Added Research and Crafting for Alcoholic Drinksnew content

    Research and crafting for the 3 main alcoholic drinks added as a new cash crop.

    Steam
    Turrets Aim Adjustmentbug fix

    Turrets no longer aim too high for small or young animals.

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    Cooking Speed Increased, Ingredient Cost Increasedbalance change

    Cooking food speed is x3, but ingredient cost is x8, shifting focus to farming.

    Steam
    Fixed Character Stopping When Running from Attackersbug fix

    Tracked down the bug where characters would stop when trying to run away from attackers.

    Steam
    Doubled Bounty Amounts for Crimesbalance change

    Bounty amounts for crimes are roughly doubled.

    Steam
    Increased Recruit Hiring Costsbalance change

    Recruits cost a lot more to hire, making it harder to quickly expand your squad early on.

    Steam
    Increased Recruit Hiring Costsbalance change

    Recruits cost a lot more to hire, making it harder to rapidly expand your squad early on.

    Steam
    Stopped Characters from Ignoring Ordersbug fix

    Characters no longer go crazy cursing and chasing off varmints, ignoring player orders.

    Steam
    Fixed Rare Character Running Away Instead of Fightingbug fix

    Fixed rare cases where characters would run away instead of engaging in combat.

    Steam
    Added Research and Crafting for Alcoholic Drinksnew content

    Research and crafting for the 3 main alcoholic drinks have been added as a new cash crop.

    Steam
    Fixed Crash on Save with Minor Faction Bountybug fixMilestone

    Fixed a crash that occurred when saving with a bounty from a minor faction.

    Steam
    Cannot Sell Faction Uniform Armorbalance change

    Players can no longer sell armor that is part of another faction's uniform.

    Steam
    Cooking Speed Increased, Ingredient Cost Increasedbalance change

    Cooking food speed is x3, but ingredient cost is x8, shifting focus to farming.

    Steam
    Doubled Bounty Amounts for Crimesbalance change

    Bounty amounts for crimes have been roughly doubled.

    Steam
    Doubled Cost of Booksbalance change

    The cost of books has been doubled.

    Steam
    Doubled Cost of Booksbalance change

    The cost of books has been doubled.

    Steam
    Chainmail Weight Increasedbalance change

    Chainmail is now 50% heavier.

    Steam
    Chainmail Weight Increasedbalance change

    Chainmail is now 50% heavier.

    Steam
    Prevented Characters from Getting Food During Fightsbug fix

    Characters will no longer go off to get food in the middle of a fight.

    Steam
    Stopped Characters from Getting Food During Fightsbug fix

    Characters will no longer go off to get food in the middle of a fight.

    Steam
  13. 8 events
    New Map Area: Southern Swampsnew content

    Introduction of a new map area, the southern swamps.

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    Performance Boost with Ogre Engine UpgradeperformanceMilestone

    Upgrade to Ogre graphics engine 2.0 for improved frame rate and multi-thread support.

    Steam
    Delayed Experimental Release ETAchanges

    Experimental release expected by 4th November due to delays.

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    Rendering Engine OptimizationchangesMilestone

    Optimization of code to enhance performance, addressing bottlenecks in the current rendering process.

    Steam
    Delayed Experimental Release ETAchanges

    Experimental release now expected by 4th November due to necessary code changes for the new engine.

    Steam
    Code Optimization for Performancechanges

    Full optimization of the game's code to enhance performance.

    Steam
    New Map Area: Southern Swampsnew content

    Introduction of a new map area, the southern swamps.

    Steam
    Performance Boost with Ogre Engine UpgradeperformanceMilestone

    Upgrade to the Ogre graphics engine to improve frame rate and multi-thread support.

    Steam
  14. 4 events
    Blender Plugin Fix for Kenshimodding

    Fixed a plugin for exporting from Blender to work with Kenshi, based on the one from Torchlight.

    Steam
    Blender Compatibility for Modders Packmodding

    Introduced a Blender file of skinned characters for creating clothing and armor, along with an example weapon.

    Steam
    Blender Compatibility for Modders Packmodding

    Introduced a Blender file of skinned characters for creating clothing and armor.

    Steam
    Blender Plugin for Kenshimodding

    Fixed up a plugin for exporting from Blender to work with Kenshi.

    Steam
  15. 28 events
    Nutritional Quality Halvedbalance change

    Food nutritional quality is halved, but food cost is also halved.

    Steam
    Mild Co-Existence System Implementedgameplay

    A system to prevent small villages from being wiped out by dangerous environments.

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    Faction-Based Bountiesgameplay

    Bounties are now assigned by factions, preventing cross-faction criminality.

    Steam
    Thieves/Assassins Guild Addednew contentMilestone

    A simple thieves/assassins guild has been added to the game.

    Steam
    Character Gear Left Behind on Deathgameplay

    Characters leave behind their gear and clothes when killed by vampiric creatures.

    Steam
    Stealth Knockout of Sleeping NPCsgameplay

    Players can now stealth-knockout sleeping NPCs.

    Steam
    Food No Longer a Trade Goodbalance change

    Food is no longer a trade good, resulting in only 50% of its value when sold.

    Steam
    Initial Loading Time Issuesperformance

    Initial loading time can be long on non-SSDs, with terrain loading issues.

    Steam
    Long Initial Loading Timesperformance

    Initial loading time can be long on non-SSDs, with terrain loading issues.

    Steam
    Mild Co-Existence System Implementedgameplay

    A system to prevent small villages from being wiped out by dangerous environments.

    Steam
    Spawn Distribution Tunedgameplay

    Spawn distributions have been tuned to reduce repetitive encounters.

    Steam
    DirectX11 Mode Onlyperformance

    The game currently only runs in DirectX11 mode with no 32-bit support.

    Steam
    Athletics XP Rate Reducedbalance change

    Athletics XP rate has been reduced by 25%.

    Steam
    Character Gear Left Behind on Deathgameplay

    Characters leave behind their gear and clothes when killed by vampiric creatures.

    Steam
    No Selling Stolen Items Back to Fencesgameplay

    Players can no longer sell stolen items back to the original owners.

    Steam
    Future Performance Improvements Plannedperformance

    Performance improvements are in progress with an upgrade to Ogre v2.0 engine.

    Steam
    Upcoming Performance Improvementsperformance

    Performance improvements are in progress with an upgrade to Ogre v2.0 engine.

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    No Selling Stolen Items Back to Fencesgameplay

    Players can no longer sell stolen items back to the original owners.

    Steam
    DirectX11 Mode Onlyperformance

    The game currently only runs in DirectX11 mode with no 32-bit support.

    Steam
    Faction-Based Bountiesgameplay

    Bounties are now assigned by factions, preventing cross-faction criminality.

    Steam
    Hunger Time Increasedbalance change

    Hunger time is doubled again, taking almost twice as long to get hungry.

    Steam
    Food No Longer a Trade Goodbalance change

    Food is no longer a trade good, resulting in only 50% of its value when sold.

    Steam
    Hunger Time Increasedbalance change

    Hunger time is doubled again, taking almost twice as long to get hungry.

    Steam
    Spawn Distribution Tunedgameplay

    Spawn distributions have been tuned to reduce repetitive encounters.

    Steam
    Athletics XP Rate Reducedbalance change

    Athletics XP rate has been reduced by 25%.

    Steam
    Food Nutritional Quality Halvedbalance change

    Food nutritional quality is halved, but food cost is also halved.

    Steam
    Thieves/Assassins Guild Addednew content

    A simple thieves/assassins guild has been added to the game.

    Steam
    Stealth Knockout of Sleeping NPCsgameplay

    Players can now stealth-knockout sleeping NPCs.

    Steam
  16. 25 events
    No more 32-bit supportsystem

    32-bit support has been removed due to memory limitations; older version accessible via Steam.

    Steam
    Rebalanced Stealing Chancesbalance change
    Steam
    Fixed AI bug with crafting bench haulingbug fix
    Steam
    Town Guards Investigate Open Buildingsai

    Town guards will now investigate buildings with open doors at night and can recognize intruders.

    Steam
    DirectX11 mode onlysystem

    The game currently only runs in DirectX11 mode.

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    Upcoming performance improvementperformance

    A performance improvement is planned for future updates.

    Steam
    DirectX11 Only Supportsystem

    The game now only runs in DirectX11 mode, with no more 32-bit support due to memory limitations.

    Steam
    Stealth Sound Overhaulbalance change

    Targets will sometimes hear sneaking characters depending on distance and skill, providing more XP.

    Steam
    Bodyguards react to theftgameplay

    You can no longer steal from knocked out bodyguards; they will see it as a betrayal if they witness it.

    Steam
    Increased Stolen Goods Sell Valuesbalance change

    The sell values for stolen goods have been increased from a 15% nerf to 50%.

    Steam
    Upcoming Performance Improvementperformance

    A performance improvement is planned for a future update.

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    Bodyguard Theft Betrayalgameplay

    You can no longer steal from knocked out hired bodyguards; they will see it as a betrayal if they witness it.

    Steam
    Fixed AI Crafting Bugbug fix

    Resolved an AI bug related to crafting bench hauling.

    Steam
    Fixed dogs sleeping next to knocked out playersbug fix

    Dogs will no longer sleep right next to your body after knocking you out.

    Steam
    Initial loading time issuesperformance

    Initial loading times may be long on non-SSDs, with terrain loading issues.

    Steam
    New Map Content Accessworld

    Players must import their savegame after an update to see all new map content.

    Steam
    Rebalanced stealing chancesbalance change
    Steam
    Fixed Bodyguard Healing Issuebug fix

    Hired bodyguards will now properly heal your characters.

    Steam
    Increased stolen goods sell valuesbalance change

    Stolen goods sell values increased from a 15% nerf to 50%.

    Steam
    Fixed Dog Sleeping Behaviorbug fix

    Dogs will no longer sleep right next to your body after knocking you out.

    Steam
    Fixed hired bodyguards not healingbug fix

    Hired bodyguards will now properly heal your characters.

    Steam
    Town guards investigate open doors at nightgameplay

    Town guards will now investigate buildings with open doors at night and can recognize intruders.

    Steam
    Long Initial Loading Timesquality of life

    Initial loading times may be long on non-SSDs, with terrain loading issues temporarily causing visual glitches.

    Steam
    New map content requires save importworld

    New map content will not be visible unless you import your savegame after an update.

    Steam
    Thievery rebalancing with stealth sound overhaulbalance change

    Stealth sound mechanics adjusted; targets may hear sneaking based on distance and skill.

    Steam
  17. 24 events
    Added 2 Shek towns and a new zone in the SW of the mapnew content
    Steam
    Looting law changesbalance change
    Steam
    Characters can now get wet and ragdolls float in waternew content
    Steam
    You can now buy and repair ruined buildingsnew content
    Steam
    Resource storages are no longer infinitebalance change
    Steam
    Fixed characters not getting up off the groundbug fix
    Steam
    You can now pickup and carry animalsnew content
    Steam
    Looting law changes implementedgameplay
    Steam
    Heat haze effect addedvisuals
    Steam
    Starvation balancing and difficulty options addedbalance change
    Steam
    Added 2 Shek towns and a new zone in the SW of the active map areanew content
    Steam
    Added a dialogue log windownew content
    Steam
    Heat haze effect addedvisuals
    Steam
    You can now pickup and carry animalsnew content
    Steam
    Thievery rebalancebalance change
    Steam
    Resource storages are no longer infinitebalance change
    Steam
    You can now buy and repair ruined buildingsnew content
    Steam
    Added functionality for game translationsnew content
    Steam
    Characters can now get wet and ragdolls float in waternew content
    Steam
    Added functionality for game translationsnew content
    Steam
    Fixed characters not getting up off the groundbug fix
    Steam
    Thievery rebalancebalance change
    Steam
    Added a dialogue log windownew content
    Steam
    Starvation balancing and difficulty optionsbalance change
    Steam
  18. 132 events
    Fixed robotics skill healing issuebug fix

    Healing was using medic skill instead.

    Steam
    Fixed construction set translation exporterbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed another talking animals bugbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed newly introduced hauling AI bugsbug fix
    Steam
    Disabled dust bandit raid campaigns temporarilygameplay

    Until further testing and fixes.

    Steam
    Unclamped GUI scaling for higher resolutionsui ux
    Steam
    Stealth knock-outs now have a skill-based success chancegameplay

    Tougher NPCs will be harder to knock out.

    Steam
    Looting law changesgameplay

    You don't get tagged as a looter until you actually take an item.

    Steam
    Corrected foldername instructions in /mods/readme.txtbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed shop closing time attack issuesbug fix

    You shouldn't get attacked at shop closing time anymore.

    Steam
    Increased physical strength bulk multiplierbalance change

    Increased by 50%.

    Steam
    Fixed issue with putting animals in cagesbug fix

    Animals don't fit in cages anymore.

    Steam
    Theoretical fix for hitting KO characters in combatbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed newly introduced hauling AI bugsbug fix
    Steam
    You can now buy and repair ruined buildingsgameplay
    Steam
    Fixed another random crash introduced in the last updatebug fix
    Steam
    Adjusted character appearance calculationbalance change

    Bulk comes from strength only; muscle definition from multiple stats.

    Steam
    Fixed bug preventing walking on roofsbug fix
    Steam
    Heat haze effect addedvisuals
    Steam
    Fixed being unable to pickup map itemsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed infinite lockpicking soundbug fix
    Steam
    Increased physical strength bulk multiplierbalance change

    Increased by 50%.

    Steam
    Fixed crash when using the furnacebug fix
    Steam
    Added gameplay difficulty option for hunger timegameplay

    Higher settings mean it takes longer to get hungry.

    Steam
    Fixed internal town wars kicking offbug fix
    Steam
    Audio volumes re-balancedaudio

    Footstep sounds don't dominate everything anymore.

    Steam
    Bed rental can have different costsgameplay
    Steam
    Non-swimming races don't ragdoll float in waterbug fix
    Steam
    Stolen items can now stackgameplay

    If you put them in machines or storage boxes.

    Steam
    Adjusted character appearance calculationbalance change

    Bulk comes from strength only; muscle definition from multiple skills.

    Steam
    Minimum cap on bar patronsquality of life

    Less chance of getting empty bars.

    Steam
    Fixed crash when using the furnacebug fix
    Steam
    Stopped ground effect particles appearing indoorsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed robotics skill healing issuebug fix

    Healing was using medic skill instead.

    Steam
    Fixed smaller AI and crash issuesbug fix
    Steam
    Fences now buy stolen items at 50% valuebalance change

    Adjusted from 25% to make up for the loot penalty.

    Steam
    Added gameplay difficulty option for hunger timegameplay

    Higher settings mean it takes longer to get hungry.

    Steam
    Fixed AI bugs where NPCs don't go to bedbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed ragdoll characters always facing the same way on loadbug fix
    Steam
    All stolen items count as lootbalance change

    You can no longer sell stolen goods for full price.

    Steam
    Crash fixbug fix
    Steam
    Escape from prison without being branded a criminalgameplay

    If your prison sentence expires and nobody comes to release you.

    Steam
    Fixed hydroponic farms crop yieldbug fix
    Steam
    Thievery rebalancingbalance change

    Kidnapping is now a crime with consequences.

    Steam
    Added heat haze effectvisuals
    Steam
    Fixed a few small audio bugsbug fix
    Steam
    Escape from prison without being branded a criminalgameplay

    If your prison sentence expires and nobody comes to release you.

    Steam
    Blueprints and maps no longer count as trade goodsbalance change

    Their resale value has the loot penalty.

    Steam
    Bed rental costs can varygameplay
    Steam
    Crash fixbug fix
    Steam
    Hotfix for debug lines showing on birdsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed infinite lockpicking soundbug fix
    Steam
    Stealth knock-outs now have a skill-based success chancegameplay

    Tougher NPCs will be harder to knock out.

    Steam
    Fixed patrolling characters stoppingbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed ragdoll characters always facing the same way on loadbug fix
    Steam
    Limit max attack slots to prevent crashbug fix
    Steam
    Ability to buy and repair ruined buildingsgameplay
    Steam
    Corrected foldername instructions in /mods/readme.txtbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed crash when picking up certain animalsbug fix
    Steam
    Fix for frequent crash introduced in last updatebug fix
    Steam
    Audio volumes re-balancedaudio

    Footstep sounds don't dominate everything anymore.

    Steam
    NPCs can now get tagged as lootersgameplay

    Same laws apply as for players.

    Steam
    Fixed fertility value bugbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed crash when picking up certain animalsbug fix
    Steam
    Reduced hunger recovery ratebalance change

    Hunger recovery rate reduced by half.

    Steam
    Fixed interior reloading when following a character upstairsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed possible issue with mod's data foldersbug fix
    Steam
    Put a minimum cap on bar patronsbug fix

    To reduce the chance of empty bars.

    Steam
    Fixed internal town wars kicking offbug fix
    Steam
    Fences now buy stolen items at 50% valuebalance change

    Adjusted from 25% to make up for the loot penalty.

    Steam
    Fixed Splint kits functionalitygameplay

    Splint kits now work properly and are a separate medic job.

    Steam
    Fixed possible issue with mod's data foldersbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed bar guards taking customers out of bedbug fix
    Steam
    Unclamped GUI scaling for higher resolutionsui ux
    Steam
    Fixed beds getting stuck as occupiedbug fix
    Steam
    Armour king's weapon adjustedbalance change

    Now has a slightly lighter weapon.

    Steam
    Thievery rebalancingbalance change

    Kidnapping is now a crime with consequences.

    Steam
    Fixed construction set translation exporterbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed animal ragdolls and attack rangebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed talking animals bugbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed invisible characters when loadingbug fix
    Steam
    Theoretical fix for hitting KO characters in combatbug fix
    Steam
    Added 2 Shek towns and a new zonenew contentMilestone

    Located in the SW of the active map area.

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    Added 2 Shek towns and a new zonenew contentMilestone

    Located in the SW of the active map area.

    Steam
    Fixed trader's inventory stack duplication bugbug fix
    Steam
    Disabled dust bandit raid campaigns temporarilygameplay

    Until they can be tested and fixed properly.

    Steam
    Fixed issue with putting animals in cagesbug fix

    You shouldn't be able to put animals in cages anymore.

    Steam
    Fixed display error in weapon statsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed AI bug with shopkeeper locking the doorbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed high-level rare artifacts not being createdbug fix
    Steam
    Fix for frequent crash introduced in the last updatebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed high-level rare artifacts not being createdbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed some animal ragdollsbug fix
    Steam
    Looting law changesgameplay

    You don't get tagged as a looter until you actually take an item.

    Steam
    Stolen items can now stackgameplay

    If you put them in machines or storage boxes.

    Steam
    Fixed AI hauling bugs and a crashbug fix
    Steam
    Translation fixesbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed interior reloading when following a character upstairsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed enemy recognition for the GUIbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed AI bugs with NPCs not going to bedbug fix

    Stopped bar guards taking paying customers out of bed.

    Steam
    Fixed invisible characters when loadingbug fix
    Steam
    Added more maps to travel shopsnew content
    Steam
    Fixed bug preventing walking on roofsbug fix
    Steam
    Stopped ground effect particles appearing indoorsbug fix
    Steam
    Starvation threshold changesgameplay

    When you pass the starvation threshold you now pass out randomly and periodically, instead of forever.

    Steam
    Fixed smaller AI and crash issuesbug fix
    Steam
    Hotfix for debug lines showing on birdsbug fix
    Steam
    Translation fixesbug fix
    Steam
    Added more maps to travel shopsnew content
    Steam
    Reduced hunger recovery ratebalance change

    Hunger recovery rate reduced by half.

    Steam
    Fixed beds getting stuck as occupiedbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed display error in weapon statsbug fix
    Steam
    Limit max attack slots to prevent crashperformance
    Steam
    All stolen items count as lootbalance change

    You can no longer sell stolen goods for full price.

    Steam
    Fixed enemy recognition for the GUIbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed being unable to pickup map itemsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed trader's inventory stack duplication bugbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed a few small audio bugsbug fix
    Steam
    Armour king's weapon weight adjustmentbalance change

    Armour king now has a slightly lighter weapon.

    Steam
    Fixed AI bug with shopkeeper locking the doorbug fix

    Shopkeeper would lock the door before telling you to leave.

    Steam
    Fixed patrolling characters stoppingbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Splint kits functionalitygameplay

    Splint kits now work properly and are a separate job to medic.

    Steam
    Starvation threshold changesgameplay

    When you pass the starvation threshold you now pass out randomly and periodically.

    Steam
    Fixed building construction progress and research issuesbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed fertility value bugbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed another random crashbug fix
    Steam
    Non-swimming races don't ragdoll float in waterbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed building construction progress and researchbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed hydroponic farms crop yieldbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed attack range for some animalsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed AI hauling bugs and a crashbug fix
    Steam
    Blueprints and maps no longer count as trade goodsbalance change

    Their resale value has the loot penalty.

    Steam
  19. 26 events
    Soft particles introducednew content
    Steam
    Navmesh problems fixed when building wallsbug fix
    Steam
    Hauling mechanics adjustedbalance change

    Characters now only grab as many resource items as there is available storage space for.

    Steam
    Fixed dropped backpacks losing items on savebug fix
    Steam
    Soft particles introducednew content

    No more harsh ground-intersection lines.

    Steam
    Fixed vanishing slaves issuebug fix

    Slaves were escaping when their masters got un-loaded.

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    Characters can now get wetnew content
    Steam
    Resource storages now limited to 25-100 itemsbalance change

    This is an experiment; feedback requested.

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    Characters can now get wetnew content
    Steam
    Buildings cast full shadows and reflections indoorsnew content
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    Buildings cast full shadows & reflections indoorsnew content
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    Resource storages now have limited capacitynew content

    Resource storages are no longer infinite, they store between 25-100 items.

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    0.93.6 update released on Experimental Branchother

    Players can opt-in to the experimental branch for new features.

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    Players can now pick up and carry animalsnew content
    Steam
    Added dialogue log windownew content
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    Ragdolls now float in waternew content
    Steam
    Ability to pickup and carry animalsnew content
    Steam
    Ragdolls now float in waternew content
    Steam
    Fixed navmesh problems when building wallsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed issue with dropped backpacks losing items on savebug fix
    Steam
    Stopped talking animalsbug fix
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    Fixed vanishing slaves issuebug fixMilestone

    Slaves were escaping when their masters got unloaded.

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    Game translation functionality addednew content
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    Added dialogue log windownew content
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    Hauling characters now grab items based on available storage spacegameplay
    Steam
    Stopped talking animalsbug fix
    Steam
  20. 10 events
    Animal Carrying Systemgameplay

    Players can now pick up and carry animals.

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    Character Wetness Effectnew content

    Characters now get wet up to the waterline.

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    Game Translation Systemmodding

    A system to allow game translations has been implemented.

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    Ragdolls Floating in Watervisuals

    Ragdolls now float in water.

    Steam
    Ragdolls Floating in Watervisuals

    Ragdolls now float in water.

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    Animal Carrying Featuregameplay

    Players can now pick up and carry animals.

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    Dialogue Log Window Addedui ux

    A dialogue log window has been added due to popular request.

    Steam
    Translation System Implementationmodding

    A system to allow game translations has been implemented.

    Steam
    Dialogue Log Window Addedui ux

    A dialogue log window has been added due to popular request.

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    Character Wetness Effectnew content

    Characters now get wet up to the waterline.

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  21. 17 events
    Updated High-Level Research Costsbalance change
    Steam
    Initial loading time issuesperformance

    Long loading times on non-SSDs; terrain takes time to load.

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    No More 32-Bit Supportsystem

    The game's memory requirements are too high.

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    Player characters attack anything eating their cropsgameplay
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    Easier selling of stolen goodsbalance change

    Shopkeepers can only detect if goods were stolen from an ally faction.

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    DirectX11 Mode Onlysystem

    Currently only runs in DirectX11 mode.

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    New World Map Sector Unlockednew contentMilestone

    Active area is now double the size with lots of content to discover.

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    DirectX11 mode onlysystem

    Currently only runs in DirectX11 mode, no more 32-bit support.

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    Hydroponic Indoor Farming Techs Addednew content
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    Rain Waters Farms and Cropsgameplay

    Rain now waters the farms and crops.

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    Player Characters Attack Crop Eatersgameplay

    Player characters should now attack anything eating their crops.

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    Added hydroponic indoor farming techsnew content
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    Updated high-level research costsbalance change
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    Easier Sale of Stolen Goodsbalance change

    Shopkeepers can only detect stolen goods if taken from an ally faction.

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    Initial Loading Time Issuesperformance

    Initial loading time is sometimes pretty long on non-SSDs.

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    Rain now waters farms and cropsgameplay
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    New world map sector unlockednew contentMilestone

    Active area is now double the size with lots of content to discover.

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  22. 14 events
    Fixed huge knockout times when wearing shacklesbug fix
    Steam
    Stopped unusually long-range cannibal raidsbalance change
    Steam
    Fixed weapons having the wrong pricebug fix
    Steam
    Sped up slow farm harvest timesbalance change

    Improved the speed of farm harvest operations.

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    Holy nation characters react more to Skeletonsai

    Increased the intensity of reactions from Holy Nation characters upon seeing Skeletons.

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    Holy nation characters react more to Skeletonsai

    Increased the reaction intensity of Holy Nation characters when encountering Skeletons.

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    Fixed huge knockout times when wearing shacklesbug fix
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    Upcoming map section and new inhabitantsnew contentMilestone

    A new map section is set to release, expanding the playable area and introducing new lore.

    Steam
    Sped up slow farm harvest timesbalance change

    Increased the speed of some farm harvest processes.

    Steam
    Fixed weapons having the wrong pricebug fix
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    Upcoming map section with new inhabitantsnew contentMilestone

    A new map section is set to release, expanding the playable area and introducing new lore.

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    Stopped unusually long-range cannibal raidsbalance change
    Steam
    Fixed huge bounty bug when unlocking shacklesbug fix

    Resolved an issue where characters had excessively high bounties after unlocking shackles.

    Steam
    Fixed huge bounty bug when unlocking shacklesbug fix

    Resolved an issue where characters had an excessively large bounty upon unlocking shackles.

    Steam
  23. 18 events
    Weather and Birds Systems Improvedworld
    Steam
    Holy Nation Slave Delivery Caravan Addednew content

    Added a caravan to take prisoners to the Holy Nation Rebirth.

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    Fog Islands Visibility Adjustedbug fix

    Fog islands were too foggy.

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    Game Speed Increasegameplay

    Game speed button now speeds the game up to 5x instead of 3x.

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    Holy Nation Slave Delivery Caravan Addednew content

    Caravan to take prisoners to Rebirth introduced.

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    Memory Optimization Implementedperformance

    Big memory optimisation applied.

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    Memory Optimization Implementedperformance

    Significant memory optimization applied.

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    Random Stopping AI Bug Fixedbug fix

    Fixed a random stopping AI bug when following roads.

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    New Animal Sounds Addedaudio

    Loads of new audio and new animal sounds introduced.

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    Holy Nation Rebirth Slave Camp Finishednew content
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    Game Speed Increasegameplay

    Game speed button now speeds the game up to 5x instead of 3x.

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    Random Stopping AI Bug Fixedbug fix

    Fixed the/a random stopping AI bug when following roads.

    Steam
    Improved Weather and Birds Systemsgameplay

    Enhancements made to the weather and birds systems.

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    Steam Workshop Support AddedmoddingMilestone

    New modding structure requires all mod files to be in kenshi/mods/modname/ instead of kenshi/data/.

    Steam
    Fog Islands Visibility Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fog islands were too foggy, this issue has been resolved.

    Steam
    Steam Workshop Support Addedmodding

    New modding structure requires all mod files to be in kenshi/mods/modname/ instead of kenshi/data/.

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    Holy Nation Rebirth Slave Camp Finishednew content

    Completion of the Holy Nation Rebirth slave camp.

    Steam
    New Animal Sounds Addedaudio

    Loads of new audio and new animal sounds introduced.

    Steam
  24. 10 events
    Performance Optimization Recommendationsperformance

    Players are advised to reduce terrain detail, view distance, and turn off shadows to improve performance.

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    Uninstall Recommendation Before Beta Updatequality of life

    Players are recommended to uninstall Kenshi before updating to the beta version to avoid crashes from old data files.

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    Newlands Version Released to Main Branchnew contentMilestone

    The latest Newlands version has moved to the main Steam branch, offering improved stability.

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    Old Savegames Not Compatiblegameplay

    Players cannot load old savegames but can import their squad without buildings and research.

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    Workshop Support Coming in Next Updateother

    Workshop support will be added in the next update.

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    Performance Optimization Recommendationsperformance

    Players are advised to reduce terrain detail, view distance, and turn off shadows to improve performance.

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    Workshop Support Coming Soonmodding

    Workshop support is planned for the next update.

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    Old Savegames Not Compatiblegameplay

    Players cannot load old savegames but can import their squad without buildings and research.

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    Newlands Version Released to Main Branchnew contentMilestone

    The Newlands version has moved to the main Steam branch, offering a more stable experience.

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    Uninstall Recommended Before Beta Updatequality of life

    Players are recommended to uninstall Kenshi before updating to the beta version to avoid crashes from old data files.

    Steam
  25. 2 events
    Kenshi Soundtrack Releaseddlc release

    The official Kenshi soundtrack is now available on Steam, Amazon, and Bandcamp for $5, featuring around 50 minutes of music.

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    Kenshi Soundtrack Releaseddlc release

    The official Kenshi soundtrack is now available on Steam, Amazon, and Bandcamp for $5.

    Steam
  26. 42 events
    Fixed AI Confusion with Wrong Materialsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed un-blockable animalsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Mouse Tracing Building Through Terrainbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed mouse tracing building through terrainbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Display Bug in Stat XP Progress Barsbug fix

    Fixed a display bug in the stat XP progress bars in the stats window.

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    Added Skinned Character Model Templates for Moddersmodding
    Steam
    Fixed multiple characters showing all at once in character editorbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed AI taking all the food he can carry instead of just one itembug fix
    Steam
    Fixed the cheap research costs bugbug fix
    Steam
    Added Mercenary Squad to Waystation Barnew content

    Added a mercenary squad to the Waystation bar to help the freedom seekers start.

    Steam
    Fixed AI pathfinder confusion with floors of objectsbug fix
    Steam
    Added hemp-based fabric loomnew content
    Steam
    Fixed Character Visibility on Upper Floorsbug fix
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    Characters in home base automatically get food from storagequality of life
    Steam
    Fixed Multiple Characters Showing in Character Editorbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Crash When Starting with Low Texture Qualitybug fix
    Steam
    Added Optional 'No Hunger' Modnew content

    Added an optional 'no hunger' mod for those who don't like starving.

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    Fixed 'auto-arrange' button sometimes losing itemsbug fix
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    Meat nutrition and cooking speed increasedbalance change

    Meat is worth more nutrition and cooks way faster

    Steam
    Fixed Combat Missing Attacks on Steep Slopesbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed combat missing attacks on steep slopesbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Animal Hair Disappearing in Character Editorbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Unblockable Animalsbug fix
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    Characters Automatically Get Food from Storagequality of life

    Characters in home base now automatically get food from storage when they need to eat.

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    Fixed Animals Unable to Attackbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed AI Confusion with Food Deliveries When Hungrybug fix
    Steam
    Fixed un-healable animalsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed unable to build wall rampsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed AI Taking All Food Instead of One Itembug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Dust King Bounty Exploitbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed AI Confusion with Food Deliveriesbug fix
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    Meat Nutrition Value Increasedbalance change

    Meat is worth more nutrition and cooks way faster.

    Steam
    Improved Back-Threaded Resource Loadingperformance

    Improved back-threaded resource loading for slightly smoother load times.

    Steam
    Fixed issues with upgrading and dismantling wallsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed animals unable to attackbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed AI Pathfinder Confusion with Floorsbug fix
    Steam
    Characters outside of home base share food with squadmatesquality of life
    Steam
    Fixed blank items iconsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed a bug where a character could become un-hittable in combatbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Random Crash When Buying Buildingsbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed character visibility on upper floorsbug fix
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    Characters Outside Share Food with Squadmatesquality of life

    Characters outside of home base share food with squadmates if it's in their backpack.

    Steam
  27. 55 events
    No more 32-bit supportsystem

    The game's memory requirements are too high.

    Steam
    Increased trade profitabilitybalance change

    Trade profitability increased by 50%, providing alternatives to looting.

    Steam
    New long-distance move commandgameplay

    Characters can run to distant terrain by clicking.

    Steam
    New PBR & HDR global lighting systemvisualsMilestone

    Significant improvements to visual quality.

    Steam
    Fixed stealing from accidental clicksbug fix

    Players can look inside unlocked containers without getting busted.

    Steam
    Leather crafting requires huntinggameplay

    Players must hunt for animal skins to craft leather.

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    Revamped farming systemnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of different crops and a new farming system.

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    Guards follow players discreetlygameplay

    Guards in buildings and shops now monitor players more closely.

    Steam
    New animals and racesnew content

    New races have their own strengths and weaknesses.

    Steam
    Revamped research tech-treebalance changeMilestone

    Research is faster but has a cost in items or artifacts.

    Steam
    No more 32-bit supportsystem

    Game's memory requirements exceed 32-bit capabilities.

    Steam
    DirectX11 only supportsystem

    Game currently only runs in DirectX11 mode, with DirectX9 support to be fixed later.

    Steam
    New shadow systemperformanceMilestone

    Improved shadow rendering that runs faster and looks nicer.

    Steam
    New buildings with multiple floorsnew contentMilestone

    Buildings can now have multiple floors and turrets can be mounted on rooftops.

    Steam
    Fundamental engine optimizationsperformance

    May temporarily cause new bugs but aims to speed up the game.

    Steam
    Fundamental engine optimizationsperformanceMilestone

    Various optimizations may temporarily introduce new bugs but improve performance.

    Steam
    New animals and racesnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of new animals and races with unique strengths and weaknesses.

    Steam
    New buildings with multiple floorsnew contentMilestone

    Players can mount turrets on rooftops.

    Steam
    Revamped farming systemnew content

    Introduction of different crops.

    Steam
    New shadow systemperformanceMilestone

    Improved visual quality and performance.

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    Reduced labor/engineering speed penaltybalance change

    Penalty at level 1 reduced from 0.25x to 0.5x.

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    Entirely new world mapnew contentMilestone

    A new detailed and polished world map with new factions and exploration opportunities.

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    Animation system overhaulperformanceMilestone

    Improved animation system for smoother combat animations.

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    Leather crafting requires huntinggameplay

    Players must hunt for animal skins to craft leather.

    Steam
    Easier stealth skill trainingbalance change

    Stealth skill can now be trained more easily in non-hostile environments.

    Steam
    Increased trade profitabilitybalance change

    Trade profitability increased by 50%, providing alternatives to looting.

    Steam
    Camping mechanicsnew content

    Players can build camp beds and fires for survival during travel.

    Steam
    Camping mechanicsnew content

    Players can build camp beds and fires for survival while traveling.

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    Long-range pathfinding systemperformanceMilestone

    Characters can find their way to distant visible mountains.

    Steam
    New long-distance move commandgameplay

    Players can command characters to run to distant terrain.

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    Buildings made with multiple materialsgameplay

    Machinery now requires iron and sometimes copper for construction.

    Steam
    Reduced labour/engineering speed penaltybalance change

    Penalty at level 1 reduced from 0.25x to 0.5x for faster early game progress.

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    NPCs interact with their environmentgameplay

    NPCs now use items in their homes and engage in activities.

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    Automatic turret usagegameplay

    Characters with turret jobs will automatically use turrets targeting enemies.

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    New power systemnew contentMilestone

    Generators require fuel, wind power fluctuates, and batteries compensate for fluctuations.

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    Animals can eat crops and bodiesgameplay

    Certain animals may consume crops, dead bodies, and unconscious characters.

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    Hunger system introducedgameplayMilestone

    Characters can die of starvation, affecting their appearance based on physical strength or malnutrition.

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    Water bodies introducednew content

    New rivers and oceans added to the game world.

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    Entirely new world mapnew contentMilestone

    More detailed and polished, new factions, new content, things to explore.

    Steam
    New terrain engineperformanceMilestone

    Faster and more detailed terrain rendering for distant mountains.

    Steam
    DirectX11 mode onlysystem

    Currently only runs in DirectX11 mode, with DirectX9 mode to be fixed later.

    Steam
    Fixed stealing from accidental clicksbug fix

    Players can now look inside unlocked containers without being penalized.

    Steam
    Long-range pathfinding systemperformanceMilestone

    Characters can now find paths to distant visible locations.

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    Hunger system implementedgameplayMilestone

    Characters can die of starvation, affecting their appearance based on physical state.

    Steam
    Overhauled PBR & HDR global lighting systemvisualsMilestone

    Significant improvement to visual quality.

    Steam
    Introduction of water bodiesnew content

    Rivers to cross and oceans to drown in.

    Steam
    Improved thievery mechanicsgameplay

    Buildings have items to steal, and guards are more alert.

    Steam
    Experimental branch availabilityother

    Update currently available only on the 'Experimental' branch due to stability concerns.

    Steam
    New power systemnew contentMilestone

    Generators require fuel, wind power fluctuates, and batteries compensate for fluctuations.

    Steam
    Improved thievery mechanicsgameplay

    Buildings have items to steal and guards are more alert.

    Steam
    Revamped research tech-treenew contentMilestone

    New technologies and balance with faster research that requires items or artifacts.

    Steam
    New terrain engineperformanceMilestone

    Runs faster and shows more detail for distant mountains.

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    Zoomable world map windowgameplay

    New feature allowing players to zoom in and out on the world map.

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    NPC behavior improvementsgameplay

    NPCs use items in their homes, guards train, and people sit.

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    Stats affected by injuries and malnutritiongameplay

    Character stats now reflect their physical condition.

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  28. 6 events
    Player Controlled Animals FeaturegameplayMilestone

    Animals can now be controlled by players instead of AI, ready for the Beta update.

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    Introduction of Dust Stormsnew content

    New particle and weather effects including dust storms are in progress.

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    Player Controlled AnimalsgameplayMilestone

    Animals can now be controlled by players instead of AI, ready for the Beta update.

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    New Stealth Icon and Meterui ux

    Added a new player name tag with stealth and light amount icons.

    Steam
    Introduction of Dust Stormsnew content

    New particle and weather effects including dust storms have been developed.

    Steam
    New Stealth Icon and Meterui ux

    Added a new player name tag with stealth and light amount icons, including a stealth meter.

    Steam
  29. 12 events
    Introduction of Player Controlled Animalsnew contentMilestone

    Players will be able to buy animals from traders, with adaptations made to squad menus.

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    New Border Town Ruins and Boss Hideout Addedworld

    Added new locations including border town ruins and a boss hideout to enhance the game world.

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    Full Map GUI Completed with Consumable Map Itemsui ux

    The full map GUI is finished, including consumable map items that mark town locations.

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    Update Version Change from 0.80 to 0.90changes

    The update version has changed to 0.90 due to the addition of extra features, with an ETA for release at the end of March.

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    Completion of New Character Animationsvisuals

    All new character animations are complete, including realistic movements and actions.

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    Full Map GUI Completedworld

    The full map GUI has been finished, allowing players to find consumable map items that reveal town locations.

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    Completion of New Character Animationsother

    New character animations have been completed, including kneeling, using objects, and realistic movements.

    Steam
    Added Border Town Ruins and Boss Hideoutworld

    New locations have been added to the game world, including border town ruins and a boss hideout.

    Steam
    Improved Trader Inventory Fill Algorithmbalance change

    The algorithm for filling trader inventories has been improved for better item distribution.

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    Unique Item Distribution System Implementedgameplay

    A new system has been created for consistent allocation of map items throughout the game world.

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    Improved Trader Inventory Fill Algorithmbalance change

    The algorithm for filling trader inventories has been improved for better item distribution.

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    Player Controlled Animals Feature in DevelopmentgameplayMilestone

    Players will be able to buy and control animals from traders, with adaptations made to squad menus.

    Steam
  30. 11 events
    Crime & Assassination Improvementsbalance changeMilestone

    Thievery has been improved with better balancing, alert guards, and fixes for accidental clicks. Assassination ability is being added.

    Steam
    Tech-tree Revampbalance changeMilestone

    Added various foods, crops, and a new power system; research is now faster and costs items instead of Cats.

    Steam
    Improved Thievery Mechanicsbalance changeMilestone

    Thievery has been balanced with improved building loot, alert guards, and reduced accidental busts.

    Steam
    Water Reflection Improvementsvisuals

    Improved water reflection in-game with additional details like floating scum.

    Steam
    Destruction & Peril Featuresnew content

    Finished work on the destroyed versions of buildings.

    Steam
    Water Reflection Improvementsvisuals

    Enhanced water reflection and added details like floating scum.

    Steam
    Hunger Mechanic Introducednew contentMilestone

    Hunger has now been added so it will be possible to die of starvation over a long amount of time. Character appearances will change to reflect the state of physical strength or malnutrition.

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    Assassination Ability AddedgameplayMilestone

    Players can now knock people out in stealth mode.

    Steam
    Destruction & Peril Featuresnew content

    Finished work on destroyed versions of buildings.

    Steam
    Hunger Mechanic Introducednew contentMilestone

    Players can now die of starvation over time, with character appearances reflecting physical strength or malnutrition.

    Steam
    Tech-tree Revampbalance changeMilestone

    Finished adding various foods, crops, a new power system, and re-balanced research to be faster and cost items instead of Cats.

    Steam
  31. 20 events
    Character Editor Enhancementsnew contentMilestone

    Character editor now includes different sub races with attributes and stat bonuses.

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    Externalized Text Colors for Moddingmodding

    Text colors used in-game can now be modified by players.

    Steam
    Fixed Keyboard Keys for Floor Changebug fix

    Corrected the keyboard keys for changing floors (Pg Up/Down).

    Steam
    New Hive Villages Addednew content

    Two new hive villages have been added to the game.

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    Automatic LODs Creation Toolperformance

    Created a tool for automatic LODs to improve drawing performance of distant objects.

    Steam
    Revamped Map Windowui ux

    New marker icons for towns and improved zoom functionality in the map window.

    Steam
    Improved Terrain Systemperformance

    The terrain system now runs faster and view distance has been improved.

    Steam
    New Interactable Items for New Biomesnew content

    New items modeled for interaction, including skins for leather making and farmable resources.

    Steam
    Improved Terrain Systemperformance

    Minor fixes to terrain and shadow systems, enhancing performance and view distance.

    Steam
    Swimming Mechanic Introducedgameplay

    Swimming has been added as a new gameplay mechanic.

    Steam
    Fixed Keyboard Keys for Floor Changebug fix

    Corrected the keyboard keys for changing floors (Pg Up/Down).

    Steam
    Automatic LODs Creation Toolperformance

    Created a tool for automatic LODs creation to improve drawing performance of distant objects.

    Steam
    Revamped Map Windowui ux

    New marker icons added for towns, villages, and player positions with zoom functionality.

    Steam
    Character Editor Expanded with Sub Racesnew contentMilestone

    The character editor now includes different sub races with attributes and stat bonuses.

    Steam
    Fixed Disappearing Terrain Bugbug fix

    Resolved an issue causing terrain to disappear at distance.

    Steam
    Swimming Mechanics IntroducedgameplayMilestone

    Swimming mechanics have been added to the game.

    Steam
    New Interactable Items for New Biomesnew content

    New items modeled for interaction, including skins for leather making and farmable resources.

    Steam
    Fixed Disappearing Terrain Bugbug fix

    Resolved an issue where terrain would disappear at a distance.

    Steam
    Externalized Text Colors for Moddingmodding

    Text colors used in-game can now be modified by players.

    Steam
    New Hive Villages Addednew content

    Two new hive villages have been added to the landscape.

    Steam
  32. 46 events
    Fundamental engine optimisationsperformanceMilestone

    May temporarily cause new bugs but should speed things up.

    Steam
    Guards behaviorgameplay

    Guards in buildings and shops now discreetly follow you about.

    Steam
    Fixed stealing mechanicsbug fix

    Fixed getting busted for stealing from accidental clicks.

    Steam
    Improved thievery mechanicsgameplay

    Buildings have things to steal, guards are more alert.

    Steam
    Camping mechanicsnew content

    You can build easy camp beds and fires for survival when travelling.

    Steam
    Guards follow players discreetlygameplay

    Guards in buildings and shops now discreetly follow you about, keeping an eye on you.

    Steam
    Introduction of waternew content

    Rivers to cross and oceans to drown in.

    Steam
    Improved thievery mechanicsgameplay

    Buildings have things to steal, guards are more alert.

    Steam
    Fixed stealing mechanicsbug fix

    Fixed getting busted for stealing from accidental clicks.

    Steam
    Easier stealth skill traininggameplay

    Stealth skill is easier to train in non-hostile environments.

    Steam
    Tons of bugfixesbug fix
    Steam
    Entirely new world mapnew contentMilestone

    More detailed and polished, new factions, new content, things to explore.

    Steam
    Leather crafting changesgameplay

    Now requires you to hunt for animal skins.

    Steam
    Leather crafting changesgameplay

    Leather crafting now requires you to hunt for animal skins.

    Steam
    New power systemgameplayMilestone

    Generators require fuel, wind power fluctuates with the wind strength, batteries compensate for fluctuations.

    Steam
    Tons of bugfixesbug fix
    Steam
    New animals and racesnew content

    New races with their own strengths and weaknesses.

    Steam
    Totally new buildingsnew contentMilestone

    Multiple floors, and you can mount turrets on the rooftops.

    Steam
    Totally new buildingsnew contentMilestone

    Multiple floors, and you can mount turrets on the rooftops.

    Steam
    New terrain engineperformanceMilestone

    Runs faster, looks nicer and shows more detail for distant mountains.

    Steam
    NPC interactionsgameplay

    NPCs use the stuff in their homes, guards train, people sit etc.

    Steam
    Buildings made with multiple materialsgameplay

    Machinery requires iron and sometimes copper.

    Steam
    Revamped research tech-treegameplayMilestone

    New technologies and balance.

    Steam
    New shadow systemperformanceMilestone

    Looks nicer and runs faster.

    Steam
    New terrain engineperformanceMilestone

    Runs faster, looks nicer and shows more detail for distant mountains.

    Steam
    Buildings made with multiple materialsgameplay

    Machinery requires iron and sometimes copper.

    Steam
    Revamped research tech-treegameplayMilestone

    New technologies and balance.

    Steam
    New animals and racesnew content

    New races with their own strengths and weaknesses.

    Steam
    Introduction of waternew content

    Rivers to cross and oceans to drown in.

    Steam
    Overhauled lighting systemvisualsMilestone

    New PBR & HDR global lighting system for improved visual quality.

    Steam
    Increased trade profitabilitybalance change

    Trade profitability increased by 50%.

    Steam
    Bandit campsnew content

    Somewhere for them to retreat to and stage assaults.

    Steam
    NPC behavior improvementsgameplay

    NPCs use the stuff in their homes, guards train, people sit etc.

    Steam
    Fundamental engine optimisationsperformance

    May temporarily cause new bugs, but hopefully speed things up.

    Steam
    Camping featurenew content

    You can build easy camp beds and fires for survival when travelling.

    Steam
    Bandit campsnew content

    Somewhere for them to retreat to and stage assaults.

    Steam
    Revamped farming systemgameplay

    Different crops introduced.

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    Revamped farming systemgameplay

    Different crops introduced.

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    Increased trade profitabilitybalance change

    Increased by 50%, providing alternatives to looting.

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    Easier stealth skill trainingbalance change

    Stealth skill is easier to train in non-hostile environments.

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    Entirely new world mapnew contentMilestone

    More detailed and polished, new factions, new content, things to explore.

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    Overhauled lighting systemvisualsMilestone

    New PBR & HDR global lighting system improves visual quality.

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    Reduced labour/engineering speed penaltybalance change

    Reduced from 0.25x to 0.5x at level 1.

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    New shadow systemperformanceMilestone

    Looks nicer and runs faster.

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    New power systemnew contentMilestone

    Generators require fuel, wind power fluctuates with the wind strength, batteries compensate for fluctuations.

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    Reduced labour/engineering speed penaltybalance change

    Penalty at level 1 reduced from 0.25x to 0.5x.

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