What changed in Space Engineers in 2024

Includes snap to grid, partial copy/paste, and assign to toolbar.

New feature allowing players to undo and redo grid actions.

New physics system for more realistic destruction and debris.

Grids can now reach speeds up to ~300 m/s.

Space Engineers 2 alpha will launch on January 27, 2025, with pre-orders available now.

New engine brings better performance and future optimization potential.

Introduction of a new unified grid system eliminating small vs. large grids.

Planning to introduce more PvE content and refresh existing Cargo Ships.

Includes ray tracing, global illumination, tessellated terrain, and enhanced lighting.

Introducing new magboots that stabilize the camera.

Includes new voxel hand, symmetry tools, and line/plane building.

New block allows small grids to connect directly to large grids, improving docking.

Prevents damage to grids when traveling under 20 m/s.

A new Unified Grid System allows for combining any size of block on the same grid with 25 cm granularity.

New rotation hints and controls using the Ctrl key and WSADQE keys for easier block placement.

Features like line and wall building, copy & paste, and attaching blueprints to existing grids are retained.

Supports texture depth and rounded bevels on armor edges and between differently colored blocks.

Block shapes are managed with 25 cm precision, allowing for more efficient space usage.

All Action Blocks now support multiple toolbars and new actions for Pistons, Rotors, and Hinges.

New PvE encounters designed to test skills and strategies in high-stakes scenarios.

New update featuring Prototech components, encounters, and gameplay enhancements.

A new thruster type added to enhance gameplay.

Resolved crashes related to accessing claimable grids and customizing multi-mission campaigns.

New Prototech Refinery, Assembler, and Components introduced.

Upgraded official Steam servers with more RAM and powerful CPUs.

Players can now transfer ownership to any other player with a new transfer screen.

Addressed multiple issues with construction stages and textures of various blocks.

New powerful 'end-game' blocks found in Global Encounters, created by the Factorum faction.

A new drill type that enhances mining operations.

A new gyroscope introduced for improved ship control.

Added option for loot pair groups and rearranged G-Screen Menu.

New space-based PvE content that spawns GPS points labeled 'Unidentified Signal' for all players.

Small research outposts and pirate strongholds added to planets.

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New jump drive technology for both large and small grids, allowing instant travel.

All official servers will undergo a full wipe on October 8 to apply the latest changes.

New powerful 'end-game' blocks found in Global Encounters, requiring extraction intact.

Works with or without Water Mod for fish farming.

Mod allows you to teleport ore back to base.

A vibrant world now consumed by a toxic jungle of alien organisms.

A collection of fixed cannons with naval calibers for turret enthusiasts.

An arsenal of Weaponcore weapons inspired by Warhammer 40k.

Script displays grid resources as customizable graphical bars.

Part 5 of the UNSC weapon pack collection of custom turrets.

A Formula Space Engineers designed race track with lap tracking.

Mod adds new atmospheric thrusters and realistic gas masses.

Adds flight effects to aircraft including wing condensation and contrails.

Replica of the map from Star Wars Battlefront II.

Lite version of turrets designed after Falling Frontier's dual and single barrel cannon turrets.

Weapons are found in containers near spawn points with a 35 seconds C4 timer.

Adds hermetically sealed glass ramps in various sizes for small and large blocks.

A sequel to the old Modular Roads mod, includes asphalt blocks for making roads.

Brings a set of Klingon NPC encounters using Modular Encounters Systems.

A player buildable block that disables hand tools and blocks that can be used to cheese defenses.

Enables the addition of trees and bushes to builds for decoration purposes.

Introducing the 'Elite-Turbo-Ultra Gigga-Chad, totally not a dangerous harpoon, Grapple Hook 6000'.

One command base to defend against eight hostile factories pouring out enemy fighters.

A low PCU Borg Cube model.

Adds 3 sets of transparent LCD panels, including a 4 button panel with a transparent LCD.

A set of new unique and powerful 'end-game' Prototech blocks will be added in the 1.205 update.

Includes fixes for crashes when deleting cargo, splitting grids, and more.

Includes Broadcast Controller, Action Relay, Additional Round Armor Panels, and Compact Antenna.

Nine new tracks added to the in-game jukebox.

Added a reason for your death and a cryopod death message.

Resolved a crash when grinding down a parachute hatch at the moment of deployment.

Enhancements made to the performance of NPC grids.

Introduced a Quick Start button in the Main Menu.

Added notifications when grinding components to scrap.

Enhanced options for loot containers in the game.

NPCs would get stuck on steep surfaces or could not follow players near trees.

Explore a real solar system with this new mod.

Now available on plugin loader, press 'Left Shift' to see conveyor networking on your grid.

This mod introduces the Tyranids, a fleet of organic battleships designed to interact with Space Engineers.

New thruster designs with a different style.

Weapon Core 2.4 has been released, featuring a complete rewrite of the Space Engineers combat system.

A functional arcade cabinet for Space Invaders.

Adds mechanical blocks and materials for Battlestar Galactica.

Version 2.2 brings a major update to defense shields, including a new shield HUD UI.

A set of general purpose energy weapons and missiles.

This mod makes the vanilla Rocket a guided missile using the Vanilla+ Framework.

A script to help with turret positioning on tanks.

A suspended Console client can now be invited after resuming.

Space Engineers is now available on the Microsoft Store, allowing Xbox users to access the game easily.

This change facilitates connectivity between Windows Store version and Xbox lobbies.

Players no longer get stuck in a black screen when failing to join a server after visiting the Character screen.

This update prevents audio issues on fresh Windows 10 and Windows 11 installations.

Projectiles no longer deal high damage to characters.

Allows players to place charging stations to refill suit energy.

A large upgrade module increasing speed and yield at the cost of power efficiency.

Allows modification of engineer's suit with attachable parts, saving customization data locally.

Generates caves of varying sizes and shapes using MES, can spawn on any planet.

A winter-themed resort for various activities like sledding and observing auroras.

A small Christmas village with festive builds and a model Polar Express Locomotive.

Adds snowballs as alternative ammo for handheld rocket launchers, craftable in survival.

Adds procedural asteroids to the rings of planets, generated within visual range of players.

Faction Supply Ship, survival ready with optional scripts.

Adds dangerous sandworms that pose a threat to travelers and the desert ecosystem.

Part of the 2023 Advent Calendar event.

A minigame world for players of all ages featuring Clang's presents.

Explore history and technological advancements of Outer Planets Consolidation.

Contains blocks to build a full modded TIE fighter.