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Development Branch update - v0.9.003

Hello Terraformers!

I've just updated a new version (v0.9.003) on the development branch.
To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ.

This version fixes some bugs and add optimizer t2

If you test this version, be sure to back up your save files as the new update introduce changes in the save file formatting. Once you created or saved a game in this branch, you possibly won't be able to play the normal branch again until the official release of the next update.

Let us know if you experience significant performances changes or new critical bugs.

As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch.
If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs.


v 0.9.003 - Temporary changelog :
  • Add optimizer t2
  • Improved randomization of ores when using "randomized ores" mode
  • Fix a bug when the map will open when renaming a container
  • Change default chip map key to M on qwerty keyboards
  • Fix a bug where walls will disapear after using insde walls
  • Fix a bug where 0² tanks where not recognized on launch




[h2]Stay in the loop[/h2]

As always, don't miss any informations about Planet Crafter and Miju Games :


See you soon, and good terraforming!

Brice for Miju Games

"The Volcanic Update" is almost ready!

Hello terraformers!

The new "Volcanic Update" is almost ready and will be available soon!

Here's a video teaser :
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

[h2]What will be in the update?[/h2]
  • A new custom games system, allowing you to choose exactly how you want to play :
    1. Creative mode
    2. Ore randomization for a renewed experience
    3. Vitals depletion / meteo events / terraforming pace
    4. etc...
  • Optimizers and rare fuses, that will improve performances of surrounding machines
  • A new cool volcanic biome
  • New items, collectibles, and secrets !




We can't wait to share this next update with you!

[h2]Stay in the loop[/h2]

As always, don't miss any informations about Planet Crafter and Miju Games :


See you soon, and good terraforming!

Amélie for Miju Games

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1284190/The_Planet_Crafter/

Development Branch update - v0.9.002

Hello Terraformers!

I've just updated a new version (v0.9.002) on the development branch.
To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ.

This version adds two new systems : Optimizers & Game settings.

If you test this version, be sure to back up your save files as the new update introduce changes in the save file formatting. Once you created or saved a game in this branch, you possibly won't be able to play the normal branch again until the official release of the next update.

Let us know if you experience significant performances changes or new critical bugs.

As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch.
If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs.


v 0.9.002 - Temporary changelog :

New Game settings - This give the ability to change some settings when creating a new save :
  • Allows creative mode
  • Allows to unlock all, or some, recipes
  • Allows ore randomizing
  • Give the ability to change various other parameters
  • New spawn location : waterfall
  • Improve auto naming of save files
New machine "Optimizers" :
  • A new object called Optimizer is unlocked when a certain terraformation stage is reached.
  • You can buy or find fuses to insert in optimizers. The optimizer will then optimize a given number of close machines.
  • These fuses can :
  • - Increase terraformation values of close machines
  • - Increase energy generation of close by energy generators
  • - Increase productivity of close by machines that generates something (ore extractors, water collectors, gaz extractors, etc...)
New objects :
  • Optimizer t1
  • Fuses x 6
  • Inside wall - Unlockable via blueprints
  • Map chip - Unlockable via blueprints (press m to display map once equipped)
  • New obsidian resource (obsidian is not yet findable in the game, this will be the case in the final update)
Game design :
  • Change Energy Cell recipe (add obsidian) and add it to tradable items (obsidian is not yet findable in the game, it will change soon)
  • Change Energy Cell recipe (add obsidian)
  • Remove incorrect '/h' in the energy screen
  • New special room in each wreck after generators are activated - you should revisit the big wrecks
Quality of life :
  • Improve jetpack fall speed when too far from ground
  • Add accessibility key informations about : quick rotation, chain craft, chain build
  • If player fall in a deathly fog, there won't be negative consequences anymore. (hardcore players won't lose their save because of it)
  • More transparent windows and glasses in general
  • Improve machines tooltips with production and multipliers
  • Fix German and Japanese translation issues for coordinates (Thanks to Ani on discord)
  • Fix Russian translation issues (thanks SteaN & ApTankShell on discord)
  • Fix German mail translation issue (thanks to r00t on discord)


Performances :
  • Update to Unity 2023.1
  • Improve performances of "Maximum" graphic settings




[h2]Stay in the loop[/h2]

As always, don't miss any informations about Planet Crafter and Miju Games :


See you soon, and good terraforming!

Brice for Miju Games

The next Update is almost ready!

Hello terraformers!

The next Update update is almost ready!

We wanted to give you an early sneak peek, because we think you will love it!

We are planning to release this update in October, and in addition to it,
we will share really exciting news with you!



Feel free to guess the upcoming news on the Steam forums!🚀

[h2]Stay in the loop[/h2]

As always, don't miss any informations about Planet Crafter and Miju Games :


See you soon, and good terraforming!

Amélie for Miju Games

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1284190/The_Planet_Crafter/

Development Branch update - v0.9.001

Hello Terraformers!

I've just updated a new version (v0.9.001) on the development branch.
To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ.

This version does not contain new features, it's only a technical upgrade of the unity engine.
We do this to keep up with engine versions, increase performance a bit, and be able to use new features in the future.

Let us know if you experience significant performances changes or new critical bugs.

As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch.
If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs.


v 0.9.001 - Temporary changelog :
  1. Upgrade unity version




[h2]Stay in the loop[/h2]

As always, don't miss any informations about Planet Crafter and Miju Games :


See you soon, and good terraforming!

Brice for Miju Games