Balance adjustments to external walls and masks, introduction of the planner system for deployables, and various engine/visual optimizations.
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- Code LockEntering the wrong code on a Code Lock now deals more shock damage to the player.Low→Higher
▼Nerfs3
- Metal FacemaskMetal facemask protection has been reduced to match the chestplate, making headshots more lethal.High→Chestplate level
- External WallExternal wall health has been adjusted to prevent them from being overly oppressive.High→Balanced
- TrapsTraps are no longer found in common loot tables and must now be learned via blueprints.Common loot→BP only
◆Other changes3
- General
- All deployables have been converted to the planner system for better quality of life during building.→Planner System
- Server violation score kicking is now enabled by default to improve cheat mitigation.Optional→Enabled by default
- Game updated to Unity 5.3.2p3 for better stability and performance.Old→5.3.2p3
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Patch history
- PREMIUM SERVERSMar 13, 2025 · 16mo
Introduction of Premium Servers, requiring a minimum Steam inventory value of $15 to access as a measure to deter cheat users.
+1→ - 11 YEARS STRONGJan 2, 2025 · 18mo
A celebratory anniversary blog post recapping 2024 achievements and teasing the upcoming 'Primitive' update for February 2025.
+5→ - Excavator UpdateAug 1, 2019 · 84mo
Introduction of the Excavator monument alongside various map adjustments, server optimizations, and numerous bug fixes.
+5−1→ - July UpdateJul 4, 2019 · 85mo
July Update introduces horse breeds, hitching posts, streamer mode, and extensive client/server performance optimizations.
+4→ - Chippy ArcadeJun 21, 2019 · 86mo
Introduces the Chippy Arcade machine for Chippy players and implements several physics, AI, and network optimizations.
+6→ - Giddy Up!Jun 6, 2019 · 86mo
Introduction of horseback riding, significant engine upgrades to Unity 2019, various performance optimizations, and general balance adjustments to research and loot.
+5−2→ - The Smol UpdateMay 2, 2019 · 87mo
A smaller update focusing on memory optimizations, map improvements, weapon tuning, and various exploit fixes.
+10→ - Happy EasterApr 19, 2019 · 88mo
Introduction of a limited-time Easter egg hunt event featuring collectible eggs, tiered rewards, and specialized gear.
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