The Tubular Upgrade introduces a new high-speed transportation system via Tubes, new decor and food options, and significant late-game performance optimizations.
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▲Buffs4
- TubesIntroduced Transit Tubes, Accesses, and Crossings as a new tier of transportation above ladders and fire poles to drastically improve travel time.→Added
- Ice SculpturesAdded Ice Sculptures to provide a decor boost to the base, provided the temperature remains low.→Added
- Berry SludgeMicrobe Musher:Added a new Berry Sludge recipe to the Microbe Musher with significantly increased spoilage time.→exceptionally long
- GeneralDrastically improved frame rate and functionality for late-game saves, especially those with many items in storage.
▼Nerfs1
- TubesTube Wall Bridge:Tube wall bridges now only allow travel along the main axis rather than all four directions.4 directions→main axis
✚Bug fixes4
- TubesTube Access:Fixed an issue where the Tube Access meter did not load correctly.broken→fixed
- General
- Fixed an issue where Duplicants would incorrectly compute paths.incorrect→fixed
- Fixed multiple crashes including exiting to main menu, typing '.' in number inputs, and clicking outside the world.
- Doors:Fixed a bug where open doors would destroy contained elements.destroying→fixed
◆Other changes1
- GeneralDiamond can now be stored under the Miscellaneous category.→Miscellaneous
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Patch history
- [Game Update] - 744825Jul 28, 2026 · 2d
A small update focusing on bug fixes for Duplicant teleportation, building deconstruction, and various memory and graphics optimizations.
+1→ - [Game Update] - 740622Jul 7, 2026 · 3w
This update focuses on the Aquatic Planet Pack, improving Minnow's traits, adjusting critter behaviors, and fixing various stability and visual bugs across multiple DLCs.
+5→ - [Game Update] - 737790Jun 17, 2026 · 1mo
A quality-of-life and bug-fix update focusing on the Prehistoric and Aquatic Planet Packs, improving critter interactions, and fixing various system stability and visual issues.
+11→ - [Game Update] - 737195Jun 12, 2026 · 1mo
A small update focusing on stability fixes and corrections for the Aquatic Planet Pack and Spaced Out! DLC.
+1→ - [Game Update] - 720580 & 720697Apr 2, 2026 · 3mo
A series of bug fixes addressing insulated doors, power generators, UI input issues, and stability for the Bionic Booster Pack.
+4→ - [Game Update] - 707956Jan 16, 2026 · 6mo
A small stability update addressing crashes related to critter feeding and mess station deconstruction, along with a rocket return fix for Spaced Out!
+1→ - [Game Update] - 706793Jan 12, 2026 · 6mo
A series of stability fixes and bug corrections focusing on Duplicant behavior, Printerceptor mechanics, and general game crashes.
+1→ - →[Game Update] - 704096Dec 11, 2025 · 7mo
Minor bug fixes regarding Duplicant suit checkpoints and composting behavior.
Recently Updated
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A new hotfix is now available on Steam! version 0.8.10.455!
Hotfix 0.8.10.455 addresses loading screen issues in Steam Offline Mode and fixes specific co-op connectivity problems.
0.12.1.1 is now live!
Hotfix 0.12.1.1 addresses dialogue soft-locks in the Great Body Robbery, fixes Agility completion time persistence, and corrects a drop issue for TokTz Ket Xil's shield vestige.
Update 2.57.1.58
Update 2.57.1.58 focuses on bug fixes for aircraft countermeasures, ground vehicle missile stowage, and various interface issues in replays and screenshots.
V1.4.0.2 - Update V1.4, Hotfix 2 - 30th July
Hotfix V1.4.0.2 focuses on stability, fixing driver swap bugs, setup application issues, and improving VR compatibility.
Patch Notes 1.0.3
Patch 1.0.3 focuses on stability improvements, bug fixes for quest progression and building mechanics, and new chat commands for Creative Mode.
July 29 Update
Stability and AI improvements across several missions, a critical fix for Plasma Pistol damage, and a comprehensive list of known technical issues and workarounds.
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