Satisfactory

2nd Anniversary Festive Decorations brought a two-week celebration to Satisfactory’s HUB from September 10 through September 24. The event also added an Interactive Speaker for festive music and a way to remove the decorations early.

• Festive HUB: The 2nd Anniversary Festive Decorations dressed the HUB for the anniversary celebration.
• Interactive Speaker: The Interactive Speaker let players switch between festive songs or mute the music.
• Disable Seasonal Events: Options > Gameplay > Disable Seasonal Events let players turn off the decorations before September 24.

The June 2, 2026 update introduced a Weather System Overhaul, bringing back rain with enhanced visual effects and adjustable settings. This update also added Fluid Stations and Trucks, which allow for efficient transportation and storage of fluids with a capacity of 3200 m³, and a Game Modes Menu for adjusting cost multipliers and world randomization settings.

• New Buildables:

  • Fluid Stations and Trucks launched, enabling fluid transport and storage.
  • SPWN Buildable introduced, enhancing workplace efficiency.
  • Pipeline T-Junction and Cross Beam added for factory customization.

• Creative Mode: The Advanced Game Settings Menu was renamed to Creative Mode, facilitating free building options.

• Vehicle Path Automation Rework: A comprehensive overhaul of vehicle path automation was implemented, improving building systems and customization.

• Unreal Engine Upgrade: The game upgraded to Unreal Engine 5.6.1, enhancing performance and visuals.

• Seasonal Events: The FICS*MAS Event was available for all players from December 1, 2025, to January 18, 2026, including console players for the first time.

• Quality of Life Improvements: Notable updates included a Real Pause Menu that pauses game logic in single-player mode and various enhancements for Steam Deck compatibility.

Controller Support launched on June 10, 2025, along with a Photo Mode Overhaul that introduced significant improvements to the in-game photography experience. These updates expanded the gameplay options and enhanced usability for players, especially those using consoles and the Steam Deck.

• New Mechanics:

  • Train Buffer Stops Mechanic: Trains will derail if not stopped at Buffer Stops, requiring player interaction to reset.
  • Railways Rework: Major improvements to railway building mechanics.

• New Features:

  • Personnel Elevator: A new elevator for vertical traversal in factories with customizable floor options.
  • Crash Site Dismantling: Players can dismantle debris from Crash Sites for extra resources.
  • New Conveyor Wall Hole: Allows conveyors to pass through walls for better customization.
  • Priority Merger: A new merger type that allows prioritization of input outputs.
  • Conveyor Throughput Monitor: New conveyor attachment that monitors parts traveling through a conveyor belt.
  • Hypertube Junctions and Branches: Enhanced connectivity for Hypertubes.

• Quality of Life Improvements:

  • Automatic Connections in Blueprints: New 'Auto Connect' mode for blueprints to automatically connect Conveyor, Pipes, and Railways.
  • Added KBM Switch on Controller Disconnection: Automatically switches configuration back to Keyboard and Mouse when a Controller is disconnected.
  • Hide HUD on Vehicles: New option to hide HUD while riding vehicles for better screenshots.

• Balance Changes:

  • No Fuel Setting: A highly requested 'No fuel' option was added in Advanced Game Settings.

• Localization:

  • Ukrainian Language Support: Official support for the Ukrainian language was added.