New Environments and Locations
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[b]Environment Overhaul[/b]
We’re hard at work adding cool new locations and immersive biomes for future updates. Over the past month, we’ve focused on building a robust pipeline to ensure we can roll out these environments faster.
[b]Large Asteroid Outposts[/b]
Get ready for massive asteroid outposts featuring caves, abandoned facilities, unique stories, and rare resources. These areas are designed for deep exploration and discovery.
[b]Industrial Structures and Stations[/b]
New industrial ruins will join the universe of Astrometica! These old mining and cargo stations will add a layer of mystery and exploration to the game.
[b]Unique Islands[/b]
We’re adding more islands, each with distinct styles and elements. Some islands will be handcrafted for storytelling, while others will feature procedural elements tied to your progression.
[b]Drone Companions
[/b] Drones are coming! They’ll be available in multiple types: [list]- Storage drones for carrying items.
- Fabrication drones to assist in crafting.
- Defense drones to protect you from enemies.
[b]Grab Tool and Puzzles:[/b]
A new Grab Tool will let you interact with physical objects in the environment and solve puzzles.
[*][b]Liquid Vacuum Tool:[/b]
The Liquid Vacuum Tool will allow you to collect alien liquids and other resources in zero gravity. Some frozen liquids will unlock access to new areas. [previewyoutube=LRCd4WwbsmI;full][/previewyoutube]
[*][b]New Decoration Options[/b]
- [b]Wall Types and Decorations:[/b] You’ll be able to change wall types inside your habitat rooms and place small decorative objects directly from your inventory. [previewyoutube=UU7Kp4aiTJY;full][/previewyoutube]
- [b]Furniture Fabricator: [/b]
A new Furniture Fabricator will let you craft small decorations to personalize your base.
[b]Trading System[/b]
A Trading System will be introduced, allowing you to buy and sell items at trading stations. These items will include decorations, asteroid belt coordinates, and more. [b]Important Balancing Changes
[/b] We’re making some key changes to improve gameplay balance and progression.- [b]
Blueprint Boxes:
[/b] Blueprint Boxes will be divided into three types: [list] - [b]Decorative Blueprint Box:[/b] Unlocks new decorations and simple buildables.
- [b]Modifiers Blueprint Box:[/b] Unlocks new modifiers for tools and companions.
- [b]Rare Blueprint Box: [/b]Unlocks new modules for vehicles and important progression items.
