What changed in Satisfactory in 2020

157 updates · 13 main milestones · Feb 11, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020

  1. 4 events
    Text inconsistency fix between Snowball Pile and Mittenslocalization

    Fixed text inconsistencies between Snowball Pile and Snowball Mittens.

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    Power icon appearance fix for Clientsbug fix

    Fixed a bug where the power icon would look out of place for Client after upgrading Power Lines.

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    Fix for non-buildable samplingbug fix

    Buildings that are not in the Build Menu are no longer able to be sampled.

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    Updated translations for FICS*MASlocalization

    Updated all languages with the latest translations, including more FICS*MAS related content.

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  2. 5 events
    Updated translations for FICS*MAS contentlocalization

    All languages updated with the latest translations, including FICS*MAS related content.

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    Calendar unlocks now use local timebug fix

    Updated calendar unlocks to use local time instead of UTC time.

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    FOV can now be lowered to 20quality of life

    Players can now adjust the field of view down to 20 for better comfort on ultrawide monitors.

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    Added FPS cap optionsquality of life

    Introduced options to cap FPS to prevent GPU overexertion in the main menu.

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    Fixed crash related to wire hologram in Multiplayerbug fix

    Addressed a crash for clients related to the wire hologram after introducing the ability to upgrade power lines.

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  3. 3 events
    Fix Quick Search Display Issuebug fix

    Fixed Quick Search not properly displaying last searched term when closing and reopening it.

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    Upgrade Power Lines to FICS*MAS Power Lightsquality of life

    Power Lines can now be upgraded to FICSMAS Power Lights and vice versa.

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    FICS*MAS Text Fixeslocalization

    Assorted FICS*MAS related text fixes.

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  4. 3 events
    Fixed Lizard Doggos moving erraticallybug fix
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    Cosmetic and Audio related FICS*MAS fixesbug fix
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    Vehicles can now go through FICS*MAS giftsbug fix
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  5. 15 events
    Pickupable FICS*MAS Giftsnew content

    Gifts falling from the sky during the FICS*MAS event.

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    New Console Command Addedmodding

    Added console command: ToggleDebugOverlay.

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    FICS*MAS Calendar Addednew content

    A calendar next to the HUB terminal filled with surprises and parts for the FICS*MAS event.

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    Fixed Log File Spam in Koreanbug fix

    Resolved issue with log file spam when playing in Korean.

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    Event Related Cosmetic Changesvisuals

    A number of cosmetic changes related to the FICS*MAS event.

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    Unlockable Event Related Parts and Buildingsnew content

    Several unlockable parts and buildings to decorate with during the FICS*MAS event.

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    Unlockable Event Equipment Variationsnew content

    Two new variations of event equipment available for unlocking.

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    FICS*MAS In-Game Holiday Event Availableseasonal event

    The FICS*MAS event is live, featuring new content and activities until Jan 18th, 2021.

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    Updated Language Translationslocalization

    All languages updated with the latest translations.

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    Fixed Case Sensitivity in Search Boxesbug fix

    Search boxes are no longer case sensitive in languages other than English.

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    Update Rate Optimizations Enabledperformance

    Optimizations for various structures including Freight Platforms and Nuclear Power Plants.

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    New FICS*MAS MAM Treenew content

    A new MAM tree to unlock event content related to FICS*MAS.

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    New Y-Axis FOV Optionsquality of life

    Added options to maintain Y-Axis FOV aspect ratio and modify first-person FOV.

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    Reworked Conveyor Belt Networking Systemperformance

    Improved performance and stability for the multiplayer conveyor belt networking.

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    Programmable and Smart Splitter Reset Fixbug fix

    Now properly resets to the full item list when the search is deleted.

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  6. 1 event
    Fixed conveyor replication crashbug fix

    Fixed yet another sneaky conveyor replication crash.

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  7. 3 events
    Fixed Conveyor Replication Crashbug fix

    Fixed another conveyor replication crash.

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    Removed First Attempt at Reducing Freight Car Update Costsbalance change
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    Implemented Second Attempt at Reducing Freight Car Update Costsperformance
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  8. 2 events
    Added debugging for conveyor replication crashbug fix

    Implemented additional debugging and a potential fix for another conveyor replication crash.

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    Fixed conveyor replication crashbug fix

    Resolved an issue causing crashes related to conveyor replication.

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  9. 6 events
    Smart Splitter Reset Issuebug fix

    Programmable and Smart Splitter now properly resets to the full item list when the search is deleted.

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    Removed Unnecessary Save Checksperformance

    Removed some unnecessary checks when loading a save.

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    Reduced Freight Cart Update Costsperformance

    Attempt at reducing Freight Cart update costs.

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    Particle Effects Significanceperformance

    Fixed up significance on particle effects.

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    Fixed Conveyor Replication Crashbug fixMilestone

    Fixed the last known Conveyor Replication crash.

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    Train/Truck Station Distance Field Updateperformance

    Fixed distance field update settings on the Train Station/Truck Station.

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  10. 1 event
    Fixed Conveyor Replication Crashbug fix

    Addressed another issue causing crashes related to conveyor networking.

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  11. 6 events
    Fixed Log File Spam in Koreanbug fix

    Resolved an issue causing excessive log file generation when playing in Korean.

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    Updated Translations for All Languageslocalization
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    Fixed Tick Type for Various ComponentsperformanceMilestone

    Corrected tick types for Electric Locomotive, Freight Cart, Freight Platform, Fluid Freight Platform, Nuclear Power Plant, Packager, and Resource Sink.

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    Enabled Update Rate OptimizationsperformanceMilestone

    Optimizations applied to Freight Platform, Fluid Freight Platform, Nuclear Power Plant, and Packager.

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    Fixed Cull Distance on Freight Platformperformance
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    Fixed Conveyor Replication Issuesbug fix
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  12. 4 events
    Added console command: ToggleDebugOverlayquality of life

    Console must be enabled by pressing CTRL+Shift+L and using the '§' key to bring it up.

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    Added Maintain Y-Axis FOV Aspect Ratio optionquality of life
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    Improved logging in Conveyor replication for debuggingbug fix
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    Added First Person FOV Modifier optionquality of life
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  13. 3 events
    Updated Language Translationslocalization

    All languages have been updated with the latest translations.

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    Reworked Conveyor Networking for Stabilityperformance

    Optimized networking for conveyor belts to reduce crashes and desyncs in Multiplayer.

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    Fixed Case Sensitivity in Search Boxesbug fix

    Search boxes are no longer case sensitive in languages other than English.

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  14. 14 events
    Improved Power Pole Connection Meshbug fix

    Connection mesh for Power Poles and Wall Power Poles now always faces the player.

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    Laddernew content

    Height can be adjusted and can attach to walls and foundations, unlockable in the AWESOME Shop.

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    Ladder Climbing Fixbug fix

    Realigned ladders on some buildings for proper climbing.

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    Ladder Velocity Checks Removedquality of life

    Removed velocity checks from Ladders for easier grabbing.

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    Packagernew content

    New building for packaging and unpackaging recipes, unlockable in Tier 5.

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    Jump Pads Overhaulbalance change

    Jump Pads now calculate force needed for target, with adjustable angle and visual feedback.

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    Resource Scanner Capitalization Fixbug fix

    Fixed the capitalization of coal in the Resource Scanner.

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    Updated Translationslocalization

    Updated all languages with the latest translations and added Serbian (Latin).

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    Invisible Items Near Crash Sitesbug fix

    Fixed items being invisible near crash sites in certain parts of the map.

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    Build Gun Hologram Improvementquality of life

    Build gun hologram now switches to Wall Power Poles when aiming at a Wall or Foundation Side/Bottom.

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    Pipeline Pump Mk.2new content

    Has a total head lift of 50 meters, unlockable in Tier 6.

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    Valvenew content

    New attachment that can be used to limit the flow rate of a pipeline, unlockable in Tier 5.

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    Pipeline Mk.2new content

    Able to transport 600m³ of fluids per minute, unlockable in Tier 6.

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    Trash Can Restrictionsquality of life

    Power Slugs or Hard Drives cannot be put in the trash.

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  15. 3 events
    Updated Language Translationslocalization

    Updated all languages with the latest translations

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    90º Jump Pads Visibility Fixbug fix

    Fixed a bug where 90º Jump Pads would be partially invisible for Client

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    Resource Scanner Capitalization Fixbug fix

    Every resource in the Resource Scanner is now capitalised correctly

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  16. 8 events
    Pump Mk.2 Building Costs Changedbalance change

    Pump Mk.2 costs: 2 Motor + 4 Encased Industrial Beams + 8 Plastic.

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    Pipeline Mk.2 and Pump Mk.2 Moved to Tier 6balance change

    Pipeline Mk.2 and Pump Mk.2 are now located in their own Milestone in Tier 6, previously in Tier 7.

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    Pipeline Mk.2 Building Costs Changedbalance change

    Pipeline Mk.2 costs: 2 Copper Sheets + 1 Plastic.

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    Fixed Invisible Items Near Crash Sitesbug fix

    Fixed items being invisible near crash sites in certain parts of the map.

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    New Milestone 'Pipeline Engineering Mk.2'balance change

    The new Milestone costs: 1000 Copper Sheets, 400 Plastic, 400 Rubber, 50 Heavy Modular Frames.

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    Valve Unlocked in Tier 5balance change

    Valve is now unlocked in Tier 5, Oil Processing. The cost of the Valve is unchanged.

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    Pump Mk.2 Power Consumption Reducedbalance change

    Pump Mk.2 power consumption was reduced from 12 to 8 MW.

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    Fixed Capitalization for Coal in Resource Scannerbug fix

    Actually fixed the capitalization for Coal in the Resource Scanner.

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  17. 6 events
    Jump Pads Sound Activation Fixedbug fix

    Fixed Jump Pads not making sound when activated by a vehicle.

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    Inventory Sorting Deletion Issue Fixedbug fix

    Sorting inventory should no longer result in items getting deleted in certain scenarios.

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    Updated Language Translationslocalization

    Updated all languages with the latest translations.

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    Restored Jump Pad Vehicle Interactionbug fix

    Restored Jump Pad interaction of a certain vehicle to be as floaty as before.

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    Wall Power Poles Upgrade Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Wall Power Poles can no longer be upgraded into regular Power Poles.

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    Fixed cOAL Nodes Mesh Issuebug fix

    Fixed some cOAL nodes having the wrong mesh north of grass fields.

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  18. 9 events
    Updated Icon for the Refineryui ux
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    Temporary Fix for Pipeline LODsbug fix

    Pipeline LODs should not be partially invisible when seen from afar anymore.

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    Added Two New Alternate Recipesnew content

    Steel Canister and Coated Iron Canister recipes introduced.

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    Fixed Animation Issue with Pipeline Pump Mk.1bug fix

    Pipeline Pump Mk.1 always playing its animation has been fixed.

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    Fixed Capitalization of Coal in Resource Scannerbug fix
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    Fixed Upgrade Issue with Pipelinesbug fix

    Fixed being able to upgrade Pipelines into Hyper Tubes.

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    Fixed Hologram Issues with Ladder and Jump Padbug fix

    Ladder and Jump Pad holograms getting stuck when placement was invalid has been fixed.

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    Restored Hyper Tubes Max Lengthbug fix

    Hyper Tubes restored to their original 100 meter max length.

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    Fixed Rare Crash When Placing Jump Padsbug fix

    A rare crash when placing Jump Pads should not happen anymore.

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  19. 17 events
    Ladder Realignmentbug fix

    Realigned ladders on some buildings for proper climbing

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    Jump Pads Overhaulvisuals

    Added visual feedback with launch trajectory and updated visuals for Jump Pads

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    New Language Added: Serbian (Latin)localization
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    Updated Language Translationslocalization

    Updated all languages with the latest translations

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    Head lift feedbacknew content

    Feedback to help placing Pipeline pumps for optimal head lift distribution

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    Wall Attachments Placementgameplay

    Wall attachments can now be placed under and on the side of Foundations

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    Pipeline Pumps Rotationgameplay

    Pipeline Pumps can now be rotated before being placed

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    Improved Connection Mesh for Power Polesbug fix

    Connection mesh for Power Poles now always faces the player and positions better

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    Refinery Visual Updatevisuals

    Updated visuals for the Refinery

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    Pipeline Mk.2new content

    Able to transport 600m³ of fluids per minute

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    Build Gun Hologram Switchquality of life

    Build gun hologram automatically switches to Wall Power Poles when aiming at a Wall or Foundation Side/Bottom

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    Valvenew content

    New attachment that can be used to limit the flow rate of a pipeline

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    Pipeline Pump Mk.2new content

    Has a total head lift of 50 meters

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    Ladder Velocity Checks Removedquality of life

    Removed velocity checks from Ladders for easier grabbing

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    Adjustable Ladder Heightnew content

    Ladder height can be adjusted by dragging the mouse Up/Down before placing

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    Trash Restrictionsquality of life

    Power Slugs or Hard Drives cannot be put in the trash

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    Packagernew content

    New building for packaging and unpackaging recipes

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  20. 2 events
    Release Date Announcement for Minor Updateother

    The minor update will be released on October 27, 2020 on Experimental.

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    Teaser for Final Fluids Updatenew content

    Showcased new features including ladders in the upcoming update.

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  21. 3 events
    Korean Font Fixbug fix

    The Korean font that was broken on Experimental should function properly again in this version.

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    Updated Translations for All Languageslocalization

    Updated all languages with the latest translations.

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    EOS SDK Updatesystem

    Updated the EOS SDK to improve stability and connectivity.

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  22. 3 events
    Updated all languages with the latest translationslocalization
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    Updated the EOS SDKsystem

    Upgraded to the latest version of the EOS SDK, with no major impact expected on players.

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    Korean font is currently brokenbug fix

    Known issue, developers are working on a fix.

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  23. 3 events
    Updated all languages with the latest translationslocalization
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    Fixed a bug where old translations were displayed instead of the latest versionbug fix
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    Small stability fix for an edge case related to Steam presencebug fix
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  24. 4 events
    Truck Stations fuel inventory fixbug fix

    Fuel inventory in Truck Stations no longer breaks after a client player interacts with the building

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    Updated all languageslocalization
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    Corrected spelling in Hubbug fix

    “Received” is now spelled correctly in the Hub

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    Fixed crash on Steam login status refreshbug fix

    Fixed a crash that could occur when the Steam login status got refreshed

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  25. 11 events
    Blocked EOS metrics when playing through Steambug fix

    EOS metrics are now blocked when playing through Steam, as they are not necessary.

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    Fixed spelling and spacing issues in the UIbug fix

    Corrected some incorrect spelling and spacing in the user interface.

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    Fixed crashes related to special characters in Windows usernamesbug fixMilestone

    Resolved issues causing crashes on start-up and when starting or joining a game due to special characters in usernames.

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    Improved login stabilitybug fix

    Fixed login stability problems that some players were experiencing.

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    Fixed Epic account logout issuebug fix

    Players should now always be able to log out their Epic account in the Options Menu.

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    Added start-up argument to block Steam clientgameplay

    New launch option (-NoSteamClient) allows players to play via Epic Games Store without connecting to Steam.

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    Resolved waiting screen issue with incompatible accountsbug fix

    Players should no longer get stuck on a waiting screen when starting the game with incompatible accounts.

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    Updated area names in Join Game menuui ux

    The area names displayed in the Join Game menu and Steam presence have been updated.

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    Added Serbian translationslocalization

    Serbian language support has been added to the game.

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    Updated all language translationslocalization

    All existing translations have been updated for improved accuracy.

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    Added start-up argument to disable multiplayer connectionsgameplay

    New launch option (-NoMultiplayer) allows players to disable all multiplayer related connections.

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  26. 11 events
    Fix for crash on start-up due to overlay conflictsbug fix

    Temporary fix for a crash on start-up related to in-game launcher overlay conflicts.

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    Multiplayer Mode Availablenew contentMilestone

    Multiplayer mode is playable and fun, though still in a bit of a funky state.

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    Pipes Introducednew content

    Pipes are now available for players to use in their factory designs.

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    Introduction of Vehicles with Automationnew content

    Vehicles with automation capabilities are now part of the game.

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    Epic players can now join Steam players via Session IDbug fix

    Players on the Epic Game Store should now be able to join Steam players via Session ID.

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    Launch of Satisfactory on Steamnew contentMilestone

    Satisfactory is now available on Steam in Early Access.

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    Launch Discount for Satisfactorystore

    A 10% discount will be available during the release of Satisfactory on Steam.

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    Satisfactory Release Date Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    Satisfactory will be available on Steam on Monday, June 8.

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    Alien Creatures Addednew content

    The game now features various alien creatures.

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    7 Tiers of Milestones Introducednew contentMilestone

    The game features 7 tiers full of milestones that unlock machines, resources, equipment, and vehicles.

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    4 Starting Areas/Biomes Availablenew contentMilestone

    Players can explore 4 different starting areas/biomes in a large handcrafted world (30km2).

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  27. 7 events
    Rebalancing of Game Mechanicsbalance change
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    Introduction of Pipes and Fluid Systemnew contentMilestone
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    Various Quality of Life Improvementsquality of life
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    Crouch and Slide Mechanic Introducedgameplay
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    Hypertubes for Fast Travelnew contentMilestone
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    New Starting Area: Dune Desertnew contentMilestone
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    Resource Sink and Shop Addednew contentMilestone
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