[img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/35643955/d0a28a6202b7a1f0090a871d7d3c3fdccc11de8c.png"][/img][b] Hello Residents![/b]
We wanted to share a quick status update on the next First Class Trouble patch.
We’re currently getting everything [b]into certification[/b] and making sure we’re ready to ship [b]as soon as we possibly can[/b]. This has taken a bit longer than expected, which means we’re now aiming to release the update [b]in January 2026 [/b]- sorry for being a bit too optimistic.
This first update is primarily a [b]technical upgrade[/b], focused on making sure the foundation of the game is solid before we build on top of it - as it has not been updated by the former license rights owners for a few years. The main goals of this update are:
Upgrading First Class Trouble to [b]Unreal Engine 5[/b]
Migrating all player accounts away from the old backend environment previously operated by Versus Evil / tinyBuild
Ensuring accounts, progression, and unlocks continue to work exactly as intended
Because of this, the first update won’t include a lot of brand-new content. This step is all about stability and longevity — once everything is running smoothly, we’ll be in a much better position to roll out [b]new content and improvements not long after[/b]. Here is a little peak at a new model to symbolize the new update that is to come modelled by Rosa and textured by Kasper: [img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/35643955/b0912286f120c0f2179e44b9ed9354fc10e3710d.png"][/img]
On the bright side, this means we [b]don’t have to tear down the Christmas decorations on the ISS Alithea just yet[/b] ????✨ The halls stay festive a little longer: Altihea will continue for a bit in perpetual Christmas ;)
Here at [b]Invisible Walls[/b], the team is working hard to get this update ready, while also pushing forward on [b]Neighbors: Suburban Warfare[/b] as it heads toward its 1.0 release and developing an [b]awesome Season 6 for Deep Rock Galactic[/b]. It’s a busy time for the studio, but First Class Trouble remains very close to our hearts - it is after all our firstborn baby.
We’ll also be celebrating the season with [b]holiday events hosted by our awesome moderators over on Discord[/b]! Make sure to join and follow along if you want to take part, you’ll be able to earn [b]exclusive holiday-themed skins[/b] during these events. Moreover, we have a little holiday channel where you can share pictures of your holidays.
As a side note then all of Invisible Walls game will go on Discount during Steams winter sale - so look out for that very soon - we are also going to try to bundle them together for some more holiday discount :) [dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/953880/First_Class_Trouble/"][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/1732430/Neighbors_Suburban_Warfare/"][/dynamiclink]Finally, we want to wish all of you a [b]Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays[/b], wherever you are in the world. Thank you for sticking with us and for continuing to make the ISS Alithea such a lively (and occasionally suspicious) place.
See you aboard very soon ???? [i]- David INVISIBLE WALLS[/i]
