What changed in Plague Inc: Evolved in 2014

166 updates · 36 main milestones · Feb 21, 2014 to Dec 18, 2014

  1. 10 events
    25 New Achievements for Simian Flunew content
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    25 New Achievements for Simian Flunew content
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    Santa's Little Helper Scenario Addednew content
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    Scenario Images Display Behind Textui ux

    Scenario images now display behind text on the custom scenario page.

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    Download Scenario Files from Steam Cloudquality of life

    Creators can now download scenario files from the Steam Cloud to work on custom scenarios from different machines.

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    Santa's Little Helper Scenario Addednew content
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    Scenario Images Display Behind Textui ux

    Scenario images now display behind text on the custom scenario page.

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    Download Scenario Files from Steam Cloudquality of life

    Creators can now download scenario files from the Steam Cloud to work on custom scenarios from different machines.

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    Teleportation Scenario Addednew content
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    Teleportation Scenario Introducednew content
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    Events Lab for Scenario Creatornew contentMilestone

    Allows creators to build a whole range of events for their scenarios.

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    Upcoming Special Scenariosnew contentMilestone

    Two special scenarios, Santa's Little Helper and the Teleportation scenarios, will be released soon.

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    New Achievement for Publishing Scenariosnew content

    Added new Achievement for publishing a scenario.

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    Rate Up/Down Popup for Custom Scenariosui ux

    Added rate up / rate down popup at the end of a custom scenario games.

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    Events Lab for Scenario Creatornew contentMilestone

    Allows creators to build a whole range of events for their scenarios.

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    Enhanced Custom Scenario ScriptinggameplayMilestone

    Creators can now remove standard events and script their own, allowing for drastic gameplay changes.

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    New Filtering Options for Custom Scenariosui ux

    Added new filtering options for finding custom scenario by Language & Topic tags.

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    New Achievement for Publishing Scenariosnew content

    Added new Achievement for publishing a scenario.

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    New Filtering Options for Custom Scenariosquality of life

    Added new filtering options for finding custom scenarios by Language & Topic tags.

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    Rate Up/Down Popup for Custom Scenariosui ux

    Added rate up / rate down popup at the end of custom scenario games.

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  3. 6 events
    Featured Community Scenariosnew content

    Highlighting new Featured Scenarios including 'Cult of Cthulhu' and 'Primeval Anomalies'.

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    Featured Community Scenarios Highlightednew content

    New Featured Scenarios include 'Cult of Cthulhu', 'Primeval Anomalies', 'Last Judgement', 'Animatronic', and 'Human Hives'.

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    Shift to Multiplayer DevelopmentgameplayMilestone

    Development focus is shifting to Multiplayer, starting with competitive modes.

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    Events Lab Update for Scenario Creatornew contentMilestone

    The Events Lab adds vast scripting/mod options to the Scenario Creator, allowing for creative scenarios.

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    Shift in Development Focus to Multiplayergameplay

    Development is shifting to focus on competitive multiplayer systems, with plans for co-operative multiplayer to follow.

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    Events Lab Update for Scenario Creatornew contentMilestone

    The beta for the Events Lab update goes live, adding vast scripting/mod options to the Scenario Creator.

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  4. 8 events
    Area Graphs for Populationui ux

    Population graphs have been updated to area graphs for better visualization.

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    Multi-language Support for Custom ScenariosmoddingMilestone

    Added the ability for scenario creators to export game strings, edit them, and import back to support multiple languages.

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    Area Graphs for Populationui ux

    Population graphs in the main game have been updated to area graphs.

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    Multi-language Support for Custom ScenariosmoddingMilestone

    Added the ability for scenario creators to export game strings, edit them, and import back to support multiple languages.

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    Updated Population Bar Tool Tipsui ux

    Main game population bar tool tips have been updated for better clarity.

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    Custom Scenario Search Tagging Filter for Languagesui ux

    Added a tagging filter for languages in the Custom Scenario search.

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    Custom Scenario Search Tagging Filterui ux

    Added a tagging filter for languages in the Custom Scenario search.

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    Updated Population Bar Tool Tipsui ux

    Main game population bar tool tips have been updated for clarity.

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  5. 20 events
    Government Actions Lab Addednew content

    New lab added to expand mod options in the Scenario Creator.

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    Tooltip Overhaului ux

    Complete overhaul of tooltips throughout the game.

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    Tooltip Overhaului ux

    Complete overhaul of tooltips throughout the game.

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    Increased Download Speeds for Custom Scenariosperformance

    Significantly sped up download speeds for custom scenarios.

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    Major Gameplay Update to Core Disease TypesgameplayMilestone

    Gameplay adjustments made to Parasite, Prion, and Neurax Worm based on player feedback.

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    New Disease Templates for Scenario Creatornew content

    Added templates for Fungus, Nano-Virus, Bioweapon, Neurax Worm, Necroa Virus, and Simian Flu.

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    Major Gameplay Update to Core Disease TypesgameplayMilestone

    Gameplay update to core disease types following player feedback, particularly for Parasite, Prion, and Neurax Worm.

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    Country Populations Updatedworld
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    Government Actions Lab Introducednew content

    A new lab added to expand mod options for the Scenario Creator.

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    New Tab for Custom Scenariosui ux

    Added a 'New' tab to custom scenarios to increase visibility of newly created scenarios.

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    Necroa and Prion Unlock Order Switchbalance change

    Necroa Virus moved to be encountered later in the game, and basic cheats unlocked by beating all diseases on normal difficulty.

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    New Languages Addedlocalization

    Game translated into Norwegian, Turkish, Polish, and Japanese.

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    Upgraded Human AIaiMilestone

    Significant improvements to human AI routines for better identification and response to infectious disease threats.

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    Necroa Virus and Prion Unlock Order Switchbalance change

    Necroa Virus now encountered later in the game; basic cheats unlocked by beating all diseases on normal difficulty.

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    New Tab for Custom Scenariosui ux

    Added a 'New' tab to increase visibility of newly created scenarios.

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    Improved Download Speeds for Custom Scenariosperformance

    Significantly sped up download speeds for custom scenarios.

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    New Languages Addedlocalization

    Game translated into Norwegian, Turkish, Polish, and Japanese.

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    Country Populations Updatedchanges
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    New Disease Templates for Scenario Creatornew content

    Disease templates added for Fungus, Nano-Virus, Bioweapon, Neurax Worm, Necroa Virus and Simian Flu.

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    Upgraded Human AIaiMilestone

    Significant improvements to human AI routines for better identification and response to disease threats.

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  6. 6 events
    In-game Browser for Custom Scenariosnew contentMilestone

    Players can view and play community-created scenarios through an in-game browser.

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    Custom Scenarios Introducednew contentMilestone

    Players can share their custom scenarios via Steam Workshop.

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    Scenario Creator Releasednew contentMilestone

    Players can create custom scenarios using the new Scenario Creator tool.

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    Steam Workshop Compatibilitynew contentMilestone

    Share custom scenarios with friends and the community via Steam Workshop.

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    Scenario Creator Releasednew contentMilestone

    Players can create new diseases and worlds using the powerful editor.

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    In-Game Browser for Community Creationsnew contentMilestone

    Players can view and play creations from the community through an in-game browser.

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  7. 4 events
    Scenario Creator Update (Evolution 9) in Beta Testingnew contentMilestone

    The Scenario Creator update is currently in Beta testing and will be the biggest update yet for the game.

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    Plague Inc: Evolved Soundtrack Releasednew content

    The 9-track album features music from both Plague Inc: Evolved and the mobile version, plus a bonus track.

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    Scenario Creator Update in Beta Testingnew contentMilestone

    The Scenario Creator update (Evolution 9) is currently in Beta testing and will be the biggest update yet for Plague Inc: Evolved.

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    Plague Inc: Evolved Soundtrack Releasednew content

    The 9-track album features all of the music from both Plague Inc: Evolved and the mobile version of the game, plus a bonus track.

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  8. 8 events
    Minor Fixes and Tweaksbug fix

    Various minor fixes and tweaks have been implemented.

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    Game Localisation to Chineselocalization

    The game has been localized into Simplified and Traditional Chinese with community help.

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    New Plague Type: Simian Flunew contentMilestone

    Introducing the Simian Flu from the Dawn of the Planet of the Apes movie, a genetically modified virus.

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    Game Localized into Simplified and Traditional ChineselocalizationMilestone

    The game has been localized into Simplified and Traditional Chinese with community help.

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    New Plague Type: Simian Flunew contentMilestone

    Introducing the Simian Flu from the Dawn of the Planet of the Apes movie, a genetically modified virus.

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    Added Game Trailerui ux

    A new game trailer has been added to enhance player engagement.

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    Minor Fixes and Tweaksbug fix

    Various minor fixes and tweaks have been implemented.

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    Added Game Trailerui ux

    A new game trailer has been added to enhance player experience.

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  9. 8 events
    Hotkey for news dropdown added - Rhotbar
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    Graphics and Optimisation Improvementsperformance

    Various improvements made to graphics and overall performance for all users.

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    Achievement fixesbug fix
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    Mac Compatibility Addednew contentMilestone

    Plague Inc: Evolved is now officially available on Mac.

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    Mac compatibility addednew content
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    Graphics and optimisation improvementsperformance
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    Hotkey for News Dropdown Addedhotbar

    Users can now use the 'R' key to access the news dropdown.

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    Achievement Fixesbug fix

    Fixed various issues related to achievements.

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  10. 6 events
    Hot Keys for Faster Navigationhotbar

    Hot keys (1 to 4) allow faster disease screen navigation.

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    Enhanced 3D Modelsvisuals

    Improved 3D models show your disease evolving and growing over time.

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    Official Scenarios Addednew contentMilestone

    14 distinct scenarios covering various themes including real life diseases and alternative universes.

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    Hot Keys for Disease Screen Navigationhotbar

    Hot keys (1 to 4) allow faster navigation through disease screens.

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    Official Scenarios Addednew contentMilestone

    14 distinct scenarios covering various themes including real life diseases and alternative universes.

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    Enhanced 3D Modelsvisuals

    Improved 3D models show your disease evolving and growing over time.

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  11. 10 events
    Loading screen and Splash Screen addedvisuals
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    French, German and Russian translations addedlocalization

    The first community translations have been implemented.

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    Fixed Z Com bug affecting zombie combatbug fix

    Z Com was not fighting zombies effectively; this has been fixed.

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    Loading screen and Splash Screen addedvisuals
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    French, German and Russian translations addedlocalization
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    New video options: Vsync, Frame Per Second and Anisotropicperformance
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    Tweaks to Necroa Virus and other areaschanges

    Various adjustments made to the Necroa Virus and other aspects of the game.

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    Tweaks to Necroa Virus and other areaschanges

    Many tweaks made to the Necroa Virus and a few other areas.

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    New video options for performance adjustmentsperformance

    Added Vsync, Frame Per Second, and Anisotropic video options.

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    Bug fix for Z Com fighting zombiesbug fix

    Fixed an issue that was preventing Z Com from effectively fighting zombies.

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  12. 12 events
    Replay speed increased at end game replayquality of life
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    Shiny new evolution hexesvisuals
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    Updated disease screen 3D body effectsvisuals

    3D body effects are now relative to evolutions.

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    Replay speed increased at end game replaygameplay
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    New plague type - the Necroa Virusnew contentMilestone

    Adds zombies into the game with aggressive gameplay and new strategies.

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    Decreased magnetic shift effect on New Zealandbalance change
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    Decreased magnetic shift effect on New Zealandbalance change
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    Shiny new evolution hexesvisuals
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    Updated disease screen 3D body effectsvisuals

    3D body effects on the disease screen have been updated relative to evolutions.

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    End game screens colour improvedvisuals
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    New plague type - the Necroa Virusnew contentMilestone

    The Necroa Virus introduces zombies into the game, featuring aggressive gameplay and new strategies.

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    End game screens colour improvedui ux
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  13. 6 events
    City Images Contributionnew content

    Players can submit city images for inclusion in the game to enhance visual representation.

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    Community Translation Initiativemodding

    Players can help translate Plague Inc: Evolved into different languages.

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    Upcoming Necroa Virus Featurenew contentMilestone

    Announcement of the Necroa Virus, introducing zombies into the game.

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    City Images Contributionnew content

    Players can submit city images to be included in the game.

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    Upcoming Necroa Virus Featurenew contentMilestone

    The Necroa Virus is set to be added, introducing zombies.

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    Community Translation Initiativemodding

    Players can help translate Plague Inc: Evolved into different languages.

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  14. 2 events
    Hotfix 0.6.1 - Speed Runs Exploit Fixbug fix

    Fixes an exploit used in Speed Runs and a save bug impacting DNA points.

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    Hotfix 0.6.1 - Speed Runs Exploit Fixbug fix

    Fixes an exploit used in Speed Runs and a save bug impacting DNA points.

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  15. 6 events
    Added Speed Runs ModegameplayMilestone

    New gameplay mode challenges players to complete the game as quickly as possible and compare records with friends.

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    News Item Text Fixesbug fix
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    Added Speed Runs Modenew contentMilestone

    New gameplay mode challenges players to complete the game as quickly as possible.

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    News Item Text Fixesbug fix
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    General Performance Improvementsperformance
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    General Performance Improvementsperformance
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  16. 16 events
    Fixed cheat plagues unlockbug fix

    Cheat plagues now unlock properly when winning the game on Brutal/Mega Brutal.

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    Fixed Necroa Virus unlock messagebug fix

    Corrected the message reporting the unlock of the Necroa Virus.

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    Fixed Necroa Virus unlock messagebug fix

    Corrected incorrect message reporting unlock of Necroa Virus.

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    Fixed XML error on CDC news itembug fix

    Resolved XML error related to CDC news item.

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    Fixed cheat plagues unlockbug fix

    Cheat plagues now unlock properly when winning the game on Brutal/Mega Brutal difficulty.

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    Fixed Patient Who achievementbug fix

    Resolved issues with the Patient Who achievement.

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    Fixed XML error on CDC news itembug fix

    Resolved an XML error related to the CDC news item.

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    Improved save structure for unlocksquality of life

    Made fundamental improvements to the save structure of unlocks to prevent loss of progress.

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    Fixed display of biohazard medalsbug fix

    Corrected the display of biohazard medals related to difficulty level of completion next to disease type.

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    Fixed gene unlock issuebug fix

    Resolved issue allowing gene unlocks via double clicking even if locked.

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    Fixed Patient Who achievementbug fix

    Resolved issues with the Patient Who achievement.

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    Fixed gene unlock issuebug fix

    Resolved an issue allowing gene unlocks to occur via double clicking, even if locked.

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    Fixed display of biohazard medalsbug fix

    Corrected the display of biohazard medals related to difficulty level of completion next to disease type.

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    Fixed Eurozone news item textbug fix

    Corrected text for Eurozone news item.

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    Fixed Eurozone news item textbug fix

    Corrected text for the Eurozone news item.

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    Improved save structure for unlocksquality of life

    Made fundamental improvements to the save structure of unlocks to prevent loss of progress.

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  17. 16 events
    Fixed GPU Issues When Tabbing In and Outbug fix

    Resolved issues related to GPU performance when tabbing in and out of the game.

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    Fixed GPU Issues When Tabbingbug fix

    Resolved issues related to GPU performance when tabbing in and out of the game.

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    General Performance Improvementsperformance
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    Unlocking New Plague Typesbalance change

    Win a game on Normal or higher to unlock the next plague type. Win all types on Brutal or higher to unlock cheat plagues.

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    Unlocking New Plague TypesgameplayMilestone

    Players must win a game on Normal or higher to unlock the next plague type, and win all types on Brutal or higher to unlock cheat plagues.

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    Added FPS Lock for High Spec Computersquality of life

    Implemented FPS lock to prevent overheating on high specification computers.

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    Improved Texture Managementperformance

    Enhanced texture management related to tabbing in and out of the game.

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    Differentiation Between Evolved and Available Iconsui ux

    Increased visual difference between evolved and available to evolve icons.

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    FPS Lock Added for High Spec Computersperformance

    Implemented an FPS lock to prevent overheating on high specification computers.

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    General Performance Improvementsperformance
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    Improved Texture Managementperformance

    Enhanced texture management related to tabbing in and out of the game.

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    Text Fixes for Event Messageslocalization

    Corrected text for various event messages in the game.

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    Neurax Worm Plague Type Addednew contentMilestone

    Introduced a new plague type, the Neurax Worm, featuring unique strategies, graphics, music, and victory conditions.

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    Text Fixes for Event Messageslocalization

    Corrected text issues in various event messages.

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    Improved Icon Differentiationquality of life

    Increased the visual difference between evolved and available to evolve icons.

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    Added Neurax Worm Plague Typenew contentMilestone

    Introduced a new plague type that requires different strategies and includes new graphics, music, events, and victory conditions.

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  18. 2 events
    Fixed 'Not Connected to Steam' errorbug fix

    Resolved an issue that prevented some players from connecting to Steam.

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    Fixed 'Not Connected to Steam' errorbug fix

    Resolved an issue that caused some players to receive a 'Not Connected to Steam' message.

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  19. 10 events
    Fixed XML errors on some country descriptionsbug fix
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    Fixed XML errors on some country descriptionsbug fix
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    Fixed text description relating to control arrowsbug fix
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    Added Steam Trading Cardsnew content
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    Achievements will unlock correctly and sync with Steambug fix
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    Achievements will unlock correctly and sync with Steambug fix
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    Game progress now correctly registers with Steam savebug fix
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    Added Steam Trading Cardsnew content
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    Fixed text description relating to control arrowsbug fix
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    Game progress now correctly registers with Steam savebug fix
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