What changed in Space Engineers in 2025

A modern inventory manager for Space Engineers.

Adds a pair of hard-hitting autocannons for combat.

Planets from Knights of the Old Republic II with adapted textures.

Allows customization of items players receive when they spawn.

A customizable mech frame for quick construction.

A full rewrite of the sound system introducing new immersive 3D sounds.

A shield mod that increases survivability and protection of grids.

Transforms traversal experience with grappling hook mechanics.

Adds more corridor blocks with various functionalities.

A dangerous trinary system with remnants of an ancient interstellar battle.

Adds new ways to farm synthetic meats and new food and utility items.

Simulates air and fluid effects on projectile and missile damage.

Adds functionality to DLC food prep blocks, turning them into functional food processors.

Adds new ammo type and turrets designed to counter high-speed threats.

Implements an Intelligent Assembly Complex for resource management.

Adds AI crew to grids, bringing life to the Space Engineers world.

Build a fully functional ship with a jump drive and complete a maximum range jump.

A fork of Randa's Train Parts for building railroads.

Introduces blocks that create and remove radiation.

Adds sound effects for the Spore Drive from Discovery.

Allows for full Handsfree automation of Farm Plots, pulling seeds from inventory and harvesting automatically.

Transforms grids into fully automated hydrogen fueling stations.

An escape room build with multiple buildings and secrets.

Automates planting Farm Plots by planting seeds dropped on top of inactive Farm Plots.

Collection of starting conditions for a challenging 'Suit only start'.

Reduces the volume of Hydrogen and Oxygen bottles in inventory.

Adds partial copy/paste actions for selected regions of ships or stations.

Fixed a crash when a modded consumable affected fewer stats than the localisation string formatting expected

Fixed an issue where Deposit All button affected the legacy 5.56x45 NATO magazine item

Fixed an issue where inventory filters for LargeMissileTurret and LargeGatlingTurret incorrectly applied to all derived vanilla and modded subtypes, causing modded weapon inventories to reject compatible modded ammo.

Fixed an issue where it was possible to copy&paste a small grid into voxel, making it static

Fixed a crash in Join Game screen when a server query came back without Settings

Reverted previous fix for welding projected merge blocks in an off state, as it caused valid cases in Survival (merge block ON) to split unexpectedly.

Expanded Set Value actions for multiple blocks to streamline grid management.

Initial joystick support with generic hardware compatibility introduced.

Mass deposit system enhanced for better handling of mixed item types.

Multiple crash issues resolved related to blocks and mods.

Consistency and reliability enhanced for offline respawn locations.

New item categories for Conveyor Sorter blocks and updated inventory tooltips.

Faster planting by adding seed types directly to the toolbar and simplified harvesting to a single click.

Resolved several gameplay issues affecting block functionality and player experience.

The Space Engineers: Core Systems Update is set to release on November 24.

Structural integrity buffed for these components to withstand more damage.

Mark Missing Blocks and Mark Unfinished Blocks features enhanced for better usability.

New icons for various blocks and updated loading screens featuring recent content.

New decorative blocks and block variants added to expand creative options.

Introduction of Jump Drive Type II.

Preview of new centered doors by Lunar Kolony.

Preview of the new Simple Bed block by Commander Exorcist.

Introduction of Landing Gear Type 2.

Multiple quality of life improvements showcased by community creators.

Engineered Coffee showcases a new quick planting and harvesting feature.

Introduction of the Core Systems Mech.

Improvements to the speed of planting and harvesting actions.

Various enhancements aimed at improving overall user experience.

Introduction of basic joystick support for enhanced gameplay.

Allowed tabbing through spawned NPCs in addition to Players as potential whisper targets.

NPCs such as Wolves and Spiders count as characters.

Resolved issues where existing improperly removed dead NPC IDs were colliding with existing player character IDs.

Jumps were prevented/truncated by planet influence when jumping away even if outside gravity range.

Did not actually kick the player correctly and just cleared the mapping.

Jumps were prevented/truncated by modded entities (i.e. Shields) - modded entities without collisions should no longer be visible for Jump checks.

Now jumps are prevented at the block level if the jump path intersects with a block space.

New player characters matched IDs with improperly removed dead NPC IDs and ended up in the SPID faction by coincidence.

NPCs were incorrectly listed as Players.

Game would not unpause itself after joining a Friend's game through Steam Overlay UI and trying to spawn.

Event runs until September 22.

Winning music tracks will be available in Space Engineers 1 via the sound block and jukebox.

A music competition for Space Engineers 2 where players can submit tracks inspired by the game.

New way for Gamepads to reach the Active Buffs screen via the Systems Radial Menu.

Removed direct Gamepad binding 'View current buffs' due to collision with 'Put to Production'.

Fixed missing radial toolbar actions for the new survival rover when using a controller.

UK and North America Advanced Survival PvE Servers added.

Unused model files for Algae Seed removed from the game and ModSDK.

Fixed crash when updating the banner data.

Localization for Advanced World setting Bounty contracts tooltip updated.

Fixed issue where a connection between a Conduit Box and a tube was missing.

Fixed issue with food constraint icon in Survival Kit inventory UI.

Fixed collision issue with Welder Type II preventing 1 to 1 replacement in printer setups.

Fixed crash when a projector tried to update unfinished block marks.

Removed direct Gamepad bindings 'Quick (Save/Load)' due to collision with other controls.

Fixed Wolves spawning further from the player than their aggro range.

Fixed issues causing Random Encounters to be persistent without player interaction.

Fixed issue with Grinders not pushing gathered components into the conveyor system.

EU and North America Hardcore Survival Servers for max survival difficulty setting.

Players respawn with reduced stats, increasing the stakes of survival.

Food consumption can be customized with settings for Disabled, Slow, Moderate, and Fast.

Extreme weather types now deal damage over time when exposed.

Radiation accumulates near sources and can cause damage, requiring players to build smart.

Introduction of Algae Farms and Farm Plots for growing renewable food sources.

Food is now a core survival mechanic with a new food bar added to the HUD.

Nine new food items introduced for crafting Meal Packs, enhancing survival strategies.

Apex Survival introduces new survival mechanics including food, farming, environmental hazards, and a buff system.

Introduction of new encounters in space to enhance exploration.

New hazards like weather, radiation, and updated meteor storms affect gameplay.

Launching on September 8th, introducing new survival gameplay features.

World settings menu has been streamlined for easier navigation.

Survival Kit and Food Processor allow crafting of various Meal Packs for better nutrition.

Introduction of 30 new space encounters for exploration and challenges.

Meteors now spawn near players and do not target grids directly, enhancing immersion.

Enhanced survival gameplay with new environmental challenges.

Introduction of new blocks and farming options in the Apex Survival Update.

New strategies for farming and resource collection introduced.

Players gain buffs for surviving, which reset upon death.

Implementation of a new death mechanic and buff system to enhance gameplay.

New sources for food items include foraging bushes, hunting wolves, and NPC encounters.

Introducing food, farming, environmental hazards, and new Space Encounters to enhance survival mode.

New types of encounters include pirates, wreckage, salvage, and engineers in need of assistance.

Space encounters have been rebuilt from the ground up, introducing new blocks and features, including actions triggered by an offensive AI controller.

The event will run until Monday, September 22.

Play Space Engineers for free from August 28 to September 1.

Increased drop rates for all skins from Unknown Signals and reduced cooldown between skin drops.

Players can join the Free Weekend to explore and build in Space Engineers.

Increased drop rates for all skins from Unknown Signals and reduced cooldown between skin drops.

Sandstorms are now dynamic and dangerous, requiring players to plan and endure them.

New gameplay elements in survival mode that threaten player character well-being.

A new small factory block that allows players to prepare and combine food items to craft various ration packs.

20% discount on Space Engineers 2 until July 1st to celebrate the modding community.

Clarification on porting blocks between Space Engineers 1 and 2, allowing vanilla block ports but not DLC content.

First phase of modding support for Space Engineers 2, including tools for mod creation and management.

Introduces essential survival mechanics to enhance the survival experience.

A new grenade launcher featuring a low velocity 40mm projectile.

A store block for MP servers with configurable buying and selling options.

An ancient device capable of producing immense energy.

Overhauls and streamlines the resource system with a new alloy system.

The CAMP constructor block is now more powerful, intelligent, and user-friendly.

Rebalances wing mod packs for better integrity and lower lift.

Features a 3D accretion disk and an event horizon.

A script dedicated to miners that provides information on miner capacity and status.

A no-frills planet with a unique ore map for mining.

Overhauls planetary ore generation to improve survival gameplay.

Introducing a new type of MECH.

Allows for a boost effect when using the jetpack.

A brand new advanced Survival Mode designed for deeper gameplay with configurable features.

Features will be configurable when creating your world to match different playstyles.

New mechanics for food management and farming that are crucial for survival.

Introduction of environmental hazards that change exploration and building mechanics.

Fixed an issue where the German localisation had typos or contextual mistakes.

Fixed an issue where the Bridge (Raised) Sloped Corner Floorless had inverted geometry in lower LoDs.

Fixed an issue where the Large grid Interior Light had a rotated dummy, leading to pointlight being offset.

Fixed an issue where the Medical Room had a shading issue on maximum LoD.

Fixed an issue where the readonly GPSes did not have a functioning Copy to Clipboard button.

Fixed an issue where a personal GPS was being removed due to Unknown Signal expiring under specific conditions.

Fixed an issue where the Scripting ModAPI List<T>.ToHashSet() returned a List instead of a HashSet.

Changed Large grid Hinge to also accept: SG Rotor Part, SG Advanced Rotor Part, SG Advanced Rotor Part 3x3; Small grid Hinge 3x3 to also accept: SG Rotor Part, SG Advanced Rotor Part.

Fixed an issue where the ModAPI disallowed typeless block category definitions for mods with <string>SubtypeId</string> format instead of <string>TypeId/SubtypeId</string>.

Fixed an issue where the Small grid Exhaust Cap did not work.

Fixed an issue where the Lab Vat had a missing decal with orientation text and off-center dummy for the particles.

Fixed a silent Crash in physics/audio when bumping into invalid collisions around Chairless Lab Desk Corner Inv.

Fixed an issue where the Inset Refill Station had only one airtight face. Sides without visible holes are now airtight.

Fixed an issue where the Bed block lost its Control panel model part.

Mods are no longer experimental; new settings added.

Substantial increase in drop rates for skins from Unknown Signals.

An adapter allowing Small Grids to dock directly to Large Grids.

Cooldown between possible skin drops has been reduced, allowing more chances to earn cosmetic rewards.

Provides more variety in ammunition loot.

Cargo ships can now call for reinforcements based on player reputation.

Introduction of a highly efficient power generator that runs on hydrogen.

Includes blocks for building secret bunkers and research outposts.

Added new keybindings and improved toolbar functionality.

Improvements made to projector visuals and functionality.

New AI systems and faction behaviors introduced with revamped Cargo Ship encounters.

Substantially increased drop rates on Steam for all skins from Unknown Signals until May 30.

New Set Value Actions feature introduced along with various quality of life improvements.

A compact oxygen tank perfect for exploring low oxygen environments.

Visuals adjusted to show connection to Large Hinge.

Encounters now spawn more reliably and frequently.

NPC Cargo Ships revamped with modern weapon systems and AI blocks.

The Fieldwork Update will be released on April 28, introducing new features and content.

All Unknown Signals have new grids and loot adjustments.

Added new tools and search options in admin menus.

Introduction of a new Refill Station block and potential for PvPvE gameplay with Strong Unknown Signals.

A highly efficient power generator utilizing hydrogen as a fuel source.

Expect a variety of quality-of-life improvements in the upcoming update.

A new Prototech Fusion Reactor is available to be liberated from the Factorum.

A new Large Grid Small Connector has been introduced.

A much-requested Small Oxygen Tank has been added to the game.

Improved PvE encounters with a full rework of Cargo Ship and Unknown Signal encounters.

Introduction of wheel suspension propulsion for enhanced vehicle control.

New feature allowing players to use thruster overrides.

Players can now change light colors dynamically using toolbar actions.

New smaller oxygen tanks added for small grid ship designs.

New system prevents damage under speeds of 20 m/s.

Overview of future plans and features for Space Engineers 2.

No Small or Large Grids, only a unified grid system.

New gameplay elements including suits and magboots.

Watch how the new destruction system and blocks get a serious upgrade.

Soundtrack blends traditional instruments with modern synthesizers, capturing a futuristic vision.

Join us this Monday for the Space Engineers 2 Alpha release on Steam!

Pioneer Edition Bundle includes the base game, soundtrack, and exclusive development materials.

Introduction of new magboots that stabilize the camera.

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

Discover modularity in ship building in Space Engineers 2.

The new VRAGE3 engine brings better performance and future optimization potential.

New feature allowing modular copy and paste functionality.

Explore the new Space Engineers 2 build system with Splitsie.

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

Players can now undo and redo grid actions.

New physics and dynamic fractures for more realistic destruction and debris.

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

Space Engineers 2 Alpha has officially launched on Steam Early Access.

Sneak peek at the Pioneer Edition with behind-the-scenes content.

See how stations can evolve with modular asteroid station building.

Players now have access to VS1: Creative Mode, showcasing core features and improvements.

The Space Engineers 2 Alpha will launch on January 27, 2025.

Learn about the new safe speed and magboots for travel in Space Engineers 2.

Introduction of a new 25cm unified grid system eliminating small vs. large grids.

New voxel hand, symmetry tools, and line/plane building added to creative mode.

This mod adds three sets of markings to the game for various purposes.

The UTC Fleet is a large NPC encounter mod that adds in an entire faction of new enemy ships.

NiteOwl’s Star Wars small grid Weapon Pack made for players to enhance their vehicle builds.

Solar System Pack Part 1 features the celestial bodies of the inner Solar System, including Mercury, Venus, Earth, the Moon, Mars, and Ceres.

One command base to defend, hostile factories pouring out enemy air and ground vehicles relentlessly.

Large grid is now available on small grid! All large grid blocks will be made be placed on the small grid system.

The classic board game 'Battleship' made fully functional in vanilla Space Engineers.

14 covers for small and large grid that work with vanilla thrusters.

Technologies have been developed that can produce new reactors and batteries.

The ultimate reconnaissance tool for all types of environments: The Targeting Pod.

Sections is a Space Engineers plugin that implements SE2's partial grid copying and section blueprinting feature for SE1.

Adjustable landing gear pistons to compensate for uneven terrain.

A distillery for producing moonshine with a unique design.

Welder wall is a replacement to walls of welders and grinders with customizable settings.

A large grid variant of the Small Inset Connector allows small grids to connect to large grids, enhancing docking.