What changed in Oxygen Not Included in 2023
155 updates · 31 main milestones · Jan 10, 2023 to Dec 19, 2023
- 4 eventsCrash Fix with Biobot and Pajama Cubbybug fix
Fix crash that occurs when a Biobot interacts with the Pajama Cubby.
SteamCrash Fix When Destroying Rehydratorbug fixFixed a crash that could occur when destroying a Rehydrator while it was being worked by a Duplicant.
SteamCanister Emptier Filter UI Issuebug fixFixed issue causing 'Steel' to appear as an option in the Canister Emptier filter UI options.
SteamCrash Fix with Gassy Moo Interactionbug fixFixed crash which could sometimes happen when one Gassy Moo cheers for another.
Steam - 6 eventsCamera Focus Cycling for Idle Duplicantsquality of life
Clicking idle diagnostic now cycles camera focus through idle Duplicants.
SteamCustomizable Hotkey for Story Trait Sandbox ToolhotbarAdded customizable hotkey to Story Trait Sandbox tool.
SteamRocket Crash Fix in Spaced Out!bug fixMilestoneFixed crash that could happen when a rocket goes through the Temporal Tear or is deconstructed.
SteamConfined Eggs Issue Resolvedbug fixFixed eggs incorrectly marked confined when in small spaces.
SteamDehydrated Food Package Rot Fixbug fixMilestoneFixed issue that dehydrated food package content could start rotting if removed from a Rehydrator via destruction or melting.
Steam - 19 eventsFixed Crash with Robot and Dehydratorbug fixMilestone
Fixed crash that could occur when a robot tries to empty the Dehydrator, robots are not permitted.
SteamFixed Missing Biobot Builder Stringbug fixFixed missing Biobot Builder string when starting a new game.
SteamFixed Eating Food Completion Issuebug fixFixed issue sometimes preventing Duplicants from finishing the last < 1g of food when eating.
SteamFixed Hang on New Game for Mac OS 10.13 and 10.14bug fixMilestoneFixed hang when starting a new game on Mac OS 10.13 and 10.14.
SteamFixed Crash Loading Saves on Mac OS 10.13 and 10.14bug fixMilestoneFixed crash loading saves on Mac OS 10.13 and 10.14.
SteamFixed Crash with Critter Condo or Water Fortbug fixMilestoneFixed a crash that can occur when a critter is moving towards or using a Critter Condo or Water Fort when deconstructed.
SteamUpdated LocalizationslocalizationSteamFixed Crash When Fetching Item Marked for Movingbug fixMilestoneFixed crash that could occur when a Duplicant fetches an item marked for moving.
SteamRemoved Rocket Interior Building CategorygameplayRemoved 'Rocket Interior' building category as this only exists in Spaced Out!
SteamFixed Crash on Food Dehydration Completionbug fixMilestoneFixed a crash that can occur when dehydrating food completes.
SteamPotential Fix for Critters Getting Stuckbug fixPotential fix for critters getting stuck in the excited state.
SteamAdded Status Item for Missing RanchergameplayAdded status item when moving a critter but the colony does not have a rancher.
SteamFixed Missing Glass String in Solar Panel Databasebug fixFixed missing glass string Solar Panel database entry.
SteamFixed Missing String in Artifact Analysis Stationbug fixFixed missing string issue in Artifact Analysis Station.
SteamFixed Dehydrator Animation Issuebug fixFixed issue causing the Dehydrator animations to continue playing when a Duplicant is interrupted while emptying.
SteamUpdated Building/Category Databasequality of lifeAdded all remaining details to the Building / Category database entry about which rooms require or prohibit a particular category of building.
SteamImproved Idle Diagnostic Displayquality of lifeChanged idle diagnostic to display quicker after a Duplicant becomes idle.
SteamFixed Logic Buildings Getting Stuckbug fixMilestoneFixed various logic buildings getting stuck in an uninitialized state, such as the Memory Toggle and Signal Counter.
Steam - 8 eventsFixed overcrowding penalty calculations for Pacusbug fix
Corrected the calculations for overcrowding penalties when Pacus swim in an open door.
SteamUpdated localizationlocalizationSteamMinor animation adjustments in Biobot Maker and BiobotvisualsSteamFixed unexpected output from Rocket Platform automationbug fixResolved issue causing unexpected output from Rocket Platform automation output.
SteamFixed empty patch notes screen issuebug fixResolved issue causing an empty patch notes screen to display on first game run.
SteamImprovements to Database entries for building categoriesquality of lifeSteamFixed Pokeshell missing a claw when eatingbug fixSteamAdded info to Metabolism tooltipui uxTooltip now specifies that Metabolism affects the production of materials.
Steam - 10 eventsExpanded Critter Moodsnew content
Revised critter moods with new Miserable state affecting metabolism and egg-laying.
SteamNew Sandbox Tool for Story Traitsnew contentAdded a sandbox tool for placing story traits in existing saves.
SteamNew Critter Condo and Water Fort Buildingsnew contentAdded new buildings to enhance critter happiness.
SteamNew Food Dehydrator and Rehydrator Buildingsnew contentAdded Dehydrator to drain moisture from foods and Rehydrator to restore them.
SteamRocket Port Extension for Spaced Out! DLCnew contentIntroduced a new Rocket Port Extension for the Spaced Out! DLC.
Steam - 11 eventsFixed Grubfruit plants not dropping fruit at higher game speedsbug fixSteamFixed bug preventing further delivery errands after zero Dream Journalsbug fixSteamFixed building effects display issue in info screenbug fix
Buildings under construction didn't show all their effects listed under the Effects section.
SteamFixed building health bars visibility issuebug fixHealth bars would hide and show unexpectedly when toggling between different overlays.
SteamFixed crash when loading a save with an invalid Move To orderbug fixMilestoneSteamFixed crash when canceling Move To errandsbug fixMilestoneCrash occurred if the item was already at the location.
SteamFixed crash when delivering Dream Journals to Somnium Synthesizerbug fixMilestoneSteamFixed formatting issue with critter age in details screenbug fixSteamFixed logic input port issue for critter trapsbug fixSteamFixed crash when queuing multiple Move To errandsbug fixMilestoneCrash occurred if one of the items was already at the location.
SteamUpdated Russian and Chinese localizationslocalizationSteam - 8 eventsSearch Bar Added to Storage Filterquality of life
New search bar added for finding specific elements in the storage filter side screen.
SteamNew Light Sensor Buildingnew contentIntroduced a new Light Sensor building that sends signals based on ambient light.
SteamAdjusted Idle Behaviors for Crittersbug fixIdle behaviors for Gassy Moos, Pufts, Slicksters, and Shine Bugs adjusted to allow wrangling.
SteamNew Field Guide for Crittersnew contentAdded a new Field Guide to explain critter states and behaviors in detail.
SteamAdded Automation Portsquality of lifeAdded automation ports to the Plant Pulverizer and Manual Radbolt Generator.
SteamRevised Industrial Machinery Categoryquality of lifeRevised which buildings are considered Industrial Machinery.
SteamNew Critter Cargo Bay Modulenew contentMilestoneAdded a new Critter Cargo Bay rocket module in Spaced Out! for transporting critters between asteroids.
SteamBlueprint Recycling Systemnew contentMilestoneIntroduced a recycling system for Blueprints to convert them into spools of Filament.
Steam - 11 eventsNew Cooking Recipesnew content
Duplicants can now cook Soufflé Pancakes and Mushroom Quiche from raw eggs.
SteamBrackwax Gleaner Buildingnew contentMilestoneRefines Brackene into Brackwax, used for producing Plastium and as a lubricant.
SteamIntroduction of Brackene Elementnew contentMilestoneNew milky element called Brackene produced by Gassy Moos, usable for various purposes.
SteamAll Critter Traps and Lures Made from Raw Metalbalance changeAll traps and lures can now be rearmed after use.
SteamNew Bleach Stone Hopper Buildingnew contentProduces Bleach Stone from Salt and Gold inputs with sand as a byproduct.
SteamGassy Moo Reproduction Mechanicnew contentMilestoneGassy Moos can now reproduce by attracting new members through operatic moos.
SteamMeteor Blaster Resource Dropsnew contentMeteors will drop resources when destroyed with the Meteor Blaster.
SteamNew Milking Station Buildingnew contentMilestoneA building where ranchers can milk Gassy Moos for Brackene.
Steam - 2 eventsCorrected canvas skins assignmentbug fix
Fixed two canvas skins being assigned to the wrong canvas building types ('The Swell Swell', 'Flight of the Slicksters').
SteamFix for biome-specific visual trim on natural tilesbug fixResolved an issue preventing natural tiles from using their biome-specific visual trim.
Steam - 6 eventsDuplicants show correct outfit artwork in wardrobebug fix
Duplicants in the wardrobe screen now show the correct outfit artwork when the default Atmo Suit is selected.
SteamFixed broken tooltip in Skewed Asteroid savebug fixFixed broken tooltip that displayed when hovering over the clock in a Skewed Asteroid save.
SteamFixed crash related to suit markerbug fixMilestoneFixed crash that could occur when a Duplicant could not move off of a suit marker while idling.
SteamFixed stall in Spice Grinderbug fixFixed stall that could happen when the Spice Grinder had food but not enough ingredients to spice it.
SteamCorrected Russian localization update namelocalizationCorrected update name in Russian localization.
SteamDuplicants move correct mass when queuedbug fixFixed Duplicants moving only the lesser mass when more than one 'Move To' is queued to the same location.
Steam - 11 eventsNew Category of Blueprints: Cosmetic Skinsnew content
Introduced a new category of blueprints for cosmetic skins.
SteamNew Move To Tool for Objectsnew contentA new tool allows Duplicants to transport objects to specific spots.
SteamNew Skewed Asteroid Introducednew contentMilestoneA new fixed seed asteroid allows players to explore the same landscape.
SteamJune 2023 Quality of Life Update Releasedquality of lifeMinor update includes bug fixes, UX improvements, and new blueprints.
Steam20-Cycle Pause on Meteor ShowersgameplayA pause on meteor showers to allow adjustments in colony setups.
SteamFixed Duplicants Dropping Items on Unreachable Sidebug fixDuplicants no longer drop items on the unreachable side of walls.
SteamImproved Range Visualization for Buildingsquality of lifeEnhanced range visualization for buildings to easily spot obstructions.
SteamRobo-Miners Can Now Mine Through Open Doorsbug fixSteamSpace Scanner Mechanics Simplifiedbalance changeMechanics on scanners simplified to focus on network quality.
SteamPuft Atmo Suit Available During Klei Festnew contentSpecial new 'print: the Puft Atmo Suit available during Klei Fest.
Steam - 6 eventsKlei Rewards notifications adjustedquality of life
In-game skin notifications are now limited to playtime-based drops.
SteamAdded Blastshot subentry to Meteor Blasternew contentSteamAdded Interplanetary Payload subentry to Payload Launchernew contentSteamFixed Ancient Specimen story trait bugbug fixBug causing Ancient Specimen story trait to reveal some unrelated locations on activation fixed.
SteamUpdated localizations for Chinese, Russian, and KoreanlocalizationSteamFixed build tool drag straight modifier issuebug fixSteam - 3 eventsDisabled Blueprint Alert Iconui ux
Disabled '<!>' blueprint available alert icon in main menu and top left game panel.
SteamCrash Fix on Exiting to Main Menubug fixFixed crash that could occur when exiting game to main menu.
SteamFix for Somnium Synthesizer Misalignmentbug fixFixed issue causing Somnium Synthesizer story trait building to be misaligned on spawn.
Steam - 6 eventsRock Fan Trait for Duplicantsnew content
New trait that boosts attributes of Duplicants by +3 during meteor showers.
SteamBug Fixes and Crash Resolutionsbug fixVarious bugs and crashes have been addressed in this update.
SteamWeekly Blueprint Dropsnew contentMilestoneIntroduces timed blueprint drops that unlock at random intervals during gameplay.
SteamFossil Story Traitnew contentNew critter fossils can be excavated for information and resources.
SteamNew Meteor Blaster Buildingnew contentMilestoneA new building that destroys incoming meteors to protect the colony.
SteamMeteor Shower Intensity Adjustmentnew contentPlayers can now adjust the intensity of meteor showers in game settings.
Steam - 5 eventsFixed patch notes summary issue in KoreanlocalizationSteamFixed localization of click and press verbslocalizationSteamFixed invalid or unsupported characters in stringslocalizationSteamFixed build menu category buttons bouncing issuebug fix
Issue caused buttons to bounce for an unreasonable amount of time when switching active worlds.
SteamUpdated Chinese localizationlocalizationSteam - 12 eventsCritters no longer get stuck in 'Waiting to be Groomed' statebug fixSteamAdded new music and UI sound effects to the Supply Closetaudio
Enhancements make it more enjoyable to restyle Duplicant outfits and swap blueprints.
SteamReplacing rocket module returns materials from the originalgameplaySteamDream Journals can now be stored in any storage that allows inedible solidsquality of lifeSteamAdded search function to the Build Menuquality of lifeThe build menu’s new search function allows players to find buildings by name or subcategory.
SteamEquipping a suit at a dock no longer plays yellow alert soundbug fixThis fix applies when the suit was previously marked as yellow alert.
SteamDrywall can now be rotatedquality of lifeSteamAsteroids will no longer be seen above the red-lined world limitbug fixSteamAdded new Disconnect toolnew contentPlayers can now sever connections between pipes, wires, Transit Tubes, and Conveyor Rails.
SteamSquelchy Asteroid now starts with random geysersgameplayThis change aligns it with other Classic-style asteroids.
SteamAdded list view option to the Build Menuquality of lifePlayers can now browse buildings in a list view format within the build menu.
Steam - 18 eventsConduction Panel crash fix with airlockbug fixMilestone
Fixed a bug where Conduction Panels built behind a Manual Airlock or Mechanized Airlock door would crash when the door closes.
SteamFixed Pips seed carrying appearancebug fixFixed Pips looking like they are carrying a seed all the time.
SteamOverheating issue with Conduction Panel fixedbug fixMilestoneFixed a bug where a building would not stop overheating when cooled below its overheating temperature using a Conduction Panel.
SteamConduction Panels behavior fix in Spaced Out!bug fixFixed an issue causing Conduction Panels to behave differently based on the number of asteroids visited and rockets built.
SteamCrash fix when removing food from Mailboxbug fixMilestoneFixed crash when removing food from the Mailbox while the hermit is retrieving it.
SteamGravitas Shipping Container session crash fixbug fixDisabling/enabling the Gravitas Shipping Container during the same session the story trait was completed no longer crashes.
SteamMysterious Hermit chore completion fixbug fixIf a Duplicant dies while knocking at the door, it’s now possible for another Duplicant to complete the chore without reloading the save.
SteamDeconstructing Conduction Panel crash fixbug fixMilestoneDeconstructing a Conduction Panel behind a Pitcher Pump no longer crashes.
SteamPuft Bed layering issue fixbug fixFixed Puft Bed layering issues when a Duplicant is disturbed while sleeping.
SteamCrash fix when completing story traitbug fixMilestoneGame no longer crashes when completing the story trait while the hermit checks the mail.
SteamBlueprint application fix for replacementsbug fixFixed issue preventing selected blueprints from applying to buildings placed as replacements to other buildings.
SteamGeotuner sidescreen selection fixbug fixFixed Geotuner sidescreen not allowing more than 5 Geotuners to select the 'No geyser selected' option.
SteamSomnium Synthesizer trait display fixbug fixFixed Somnium Synthesizer story trait Pajamas not displaying correctly after being equipped.
SteamCopy building tool default selection improvementquality of lifeCopy building tool will now select the default version of the building if the copied item's blueprint is not owned.
SteamDecor bonuses stacking issue fixedbug fixFixed issue allowing decor bonuses from previous artworks to stack when an artwork's style selection was changed.
SteamCrash fix when deconstructing statue or paintingbug fixMilestoneFixed crash that could sometimes happen when deconstructing a statue or painting.
SteamFixed Laboratory room light detection issuebug fixFixed Laboratory room sometimes failing to detect a working light when a non-working light is also inside the room.
SteamFixed beds appearing built prematurelybug fixFixed Dreamboat, Puft Bed, and Bouncy Castle beds looking built before the construction errand is complete.
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