What changed in Scrap Mechanic in 2019
79 updates · 11 main milestones · Jan 25, 2019 to Sep 27, 2019
- 7 eventsIntroduction of the Dressbotnew content
New crafting feature allowing players to create and customize clothing using cotton from plants.
SteamWorld OptimizationperformanceImprovements allowing around 3,000 trees and rocks to be visible simultaneously.
SteamIntroduction of the Cookbotnew contentNew mechanical cook that prepares food to maintain player health.
SteamProgress on Survival ModegameplayMilestoneUpdates on the development of Survival Mode, including new features and optimizations.
SteamBase Defence Mechanicsnew contentPlayers can build bases to store resources, but must defend against Farmbots and Haybots.
SteamIntroduction of Glow-wormsnew contentNew wildlife that can be picked up and used to craft glowsticks in various colors.
SteamNew Location: Propane Stationnew contentA new explosive area with aggressive Totebots, offering high-risk, high-reward gameplay.
Steam - 10 eventsDynamic Lights and Shadow Casting Improvementsvisuals
Improvements made to dynamic lights and shadow casting.
SteamIntroduction of Cookbotnew contentNew Cookbot that can craft dishes and revive fallen mechanics.
SteamSmashable Crates with Lootnew contentNew smashable crates scattered around the map containing items.
SteamEngine Updates for TranslucencyvisualsUpdates to engine for better translucency effects on trees and bushes.
SteamIntroduction of Multitoolnew contentNew multitool introduced for refining materials in survival mode.
SteamCrash Site Revealednew contentIntroduction of the crash site where players start in survival mode.
Steam - 7 eventsRedesigned Lift with New Functionsui ux
The lift has been redesigned to support new features and includes a new remote.
SteamUpgrade Parts and ComponentsgameplayMilestoneNew upgradeable interactive parts allow for enhanced functionality in Survival mode.
SteamSeamless World Transition ImprovementsgameplayEnhancements for transitioning between open world and warehouse environments.
SteamVisual Enhancements and UpdatesvisualsImprovements to graphics, including dynamic lighting and updated old parts.
SteamTapebots Behavior TweaksgameplayMilestoneTapebots are being adjusted to provide a more challenging combat experience.
SteamCharacter Customization Featuresnew contentMilestonePlayers can now customize their Mechanics with various outfits and cosmetics.
SteamIntroduction of Packing Stationsnew contentNew Packing Stations allow players to load produce for delivery to farmer hideouts.
Steam - 17 eventsBuilderbots no longer crash when attempting to sitbug fixSteamFixed path issues for UTF-8 characters in usernamebug fixSteamFixed issue with saving creations in challengesbug fixSteamFixed challenge completion bug when inside goalbug fixSteamFixed non-working chat commandsbug fixSteamFixed loading issues with finished challengesbug fixSteamF5 no longer resets the Challenge Builderquality of lifeSteam64x64 block building in challengesgameplaySteamBuilderbot thruster effect addedvisualsSteamError messages for mods with -dev launch optionsystemSteamAdded message for console commands in Challenge Builderui ux
Hints about enabling or disabling tools like the spudgun.
SteamFixed build area not updating when weldedbug fixSteamFixed bug with challenge balls as decorationsbug fixSteamBuilderbot animation fixesbug fixSteamFixed missing creations from previous playthroughsbug fixSteamOptimizations to object meshes and texturesperformanceSaves video memory and allows mods to update automatically.
SteamFixed static creations counting as dynamicbug fixSteam - 18 eventsMusic Playback Fix in Challenge Modeaudio
Music from Creative mode is no longer playing in Challenge mode.
SteamCrash Fix for Missing Graphics Driversbug fixMilestoneFixed a crash that happened after the game failed to start because of missing graphics drivers and other graphics related issues.
SteamCrash Fix When Joining Gamebug fixMilestoneFixed a crash that could happen when someone was joining the game while creations were being modified.
SteamHotbar Row Selection ChangeshotbarF1, F2, F3 now changes hotbar row selection. It can still be changed with Alt+1, Alt+2 and Alt+3.
SteamChallenge Creations SavegameplayCreations that beat a challenge will now be saved in the start zone next time the player replays the challenge.
SteamShader Loading Fix on Linuxbug fixFix for shader loading when running the game on Linux using Wine.
SteamAdditional Building Parts in Challengesnew contentAdded more building parts in some challenges to give players more building options.
SteamTexture Cache Issues FixedperformanceFixed some texture cache issues for mods that should result in faster load times.
SteamAnimated Glow Effect for Challenge Mode BallvisualsThe Challenge mode ball now has an animated glow effect.
SteamLift and Weld Tool Minor Issues Fixedbug fixFixed some minor issues with the lift and the weld tool.
SteamGray Screen Loading Fixbug fixThe game no longer shows a gray screen when loading up a challenge for the first time.
Steam - 18 eventsFix for shader loading on Linux using Winebug fix
Possible fix for shader loading when running the game on Linux using Wine.
SteamChallenge creations saved in start zonegameplayCreations that beat a challenge will now be saved in the start zone next time the player replays the challenge.
SteamCrash fix when joining game during modificationsbug fixMilestoneFixed a crash that could happen when someone was joining the game while creations were being modified.
SteamTexture cache issue fixed for modsperformanceFixed some texture cache issues for mods that should result in faster load times.
SteamMore building parts in challengesgameplayAdded more building parts in some challenges to give players more building options.
SteamCrash fix for missing graphics driversbug fixMilestoneFixed a crash that happened after the game failed to start because of missing graphics drivers and other graphics related issues.
SteamHotbar row selection changeshotbarF1, F2, F3 now changes hotbar row selection. It can still be changed with Alt+1, Alt+2 and Alt+3.
SteamMusic from Creative mode in Challenge modeaudioMusic from Creative mode is no longer playing in Challenge mode.
SteamGray screen issue on challenge loadbug fixThe game no longer shows a gray screen when loading up a challenge for the first time.
SteamSensor issue fix at high velocitybug fixFixed an issue with the sensor noticeable at high velocity.
SteamLift and weld tool minor issues fixedbug fixFixed some minor issues with the lift and the weld tool.
SteamAnimated glow effect for Challenge mode ballvisualsThe Challenge mode ball now has an animated glow effect.
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