Beyond Enemy Lines - Vietnam News

[p]We’ve Been Listening – Big AI and Engine Upgrades![/p][p]First of all, thank you for the incredible response during Steam Next Fest! We’ve gone through all your feedback and worked hard to bring Beyond Enemy Lines – Vietnam to the next level.[/p][h3]What’s New?[/h3]

• [p]Massively reworked AI: Improved reaction times, smarter cover logic, and more realistic behavior under combat stress.[/p]
• [p]Streaming performance: Tackled several streaming issues and optimized asset structures for smoother gameplay.[/p]
• [p]Engine upgrade: We’ve moved to Unreal Engine 5.6, unlocking a range of visual and performance improvements.
  
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[h3]What’s Next?[/h3]

• [p]The Demo Stays! We’ll continue to update it instead of removing it.[/p]
• [p]Upcoming Demo Update: We’re waiting for a UE5.6-ready FSR plugin. Once that’s available, we’ll push a major demo update featuring all the new improvements.[/p]
• [p]Future Focus: The demo will gradually shift towards Multiplayer and User Generated Content with an in-game mission editor. More details will follow after the AI update goes live![/p]

[p][/p][p]Your support keeps us going – don’t forget to wishlist Beyond Enemy Lines – Vietnam if you haven’t already![dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]The response to our Steam Next Fest demo has been incredible – over 3,200 unique players and more than 10,000 wishlists in just a few days![/p][p]We're blown away by your support and excitement. Every bit of feedback, every wishlist, and every playthrough helps us shape the full game.[/p][p]🧙‍♂️ If you haven’t yet, try the demo, share your thoughts, and don’t forget to add the game to your wishlist – it really helps us![/p][p]📸 Don’t forget to use the built-in Photo Mode and share your favorite moments – we love seeing them.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]🔧 What’s Next?[/h2][p]We’ve carefully analyzed your feedback and are already working on improvements. Some changes will take a bit longer, but here’s what’s coming:[/p]

• [p]⚙️ Streaming performance optimizations[/p]
• [p]🧠 AI improvements for a more responsive experience[/p]
• [p]🧪 A demo update is planned once we’ve fully tested the new systems[/p]
• [p]🤝 We're also preparing to test co-op support soon – stay tuned![/p]

[p]From all three of us here at Polygon Art – thank you![/p][p]Your support means the world, and we’re already working on what’s next. [/p][p]Wishlist Beyond Enemy Lines - Vietnam on Steam now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1467270/Beyond_Enemy_Lines__Vietnam/[/p]

[p]Beyond Enemy Lines – Vietnam has just been updated to v0.1.3, and with it comes a brand-new mission: Operation Game Warden[/p][hr][/hr][h3]A New Type of Mission[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p]Operation Game Warden is inspired by real-world river patrol operations in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, where U.S. forces worked to cut off Viet Cong supply routes along inland waterways.[/p][p]This is not a campaign mission — it’s part of a separate set of standalone operations, designed as large, open-ended battlefields. You'll face scattered objectives and are free to approach them in any order or style, with full tactical freedom.[/p][p]These missions offer a different gameplay structure compared to the more scripted and structured Gridlock campaign mission. We want to know what you think of this sandbox-style mission format![/p][hr][/hr][h3]We Need Your Feedback![/h3][p]We're actively monitoring all feedback during the Steam Next Fest and will continue to improve the demo throughout the event.[/p][p]🛠 Bug reports
💡 Suggestions
📈 Balance feedback[/p][p]Your voice matters, and your input helps us shape the future of the game.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]A Work in Progress[/h3][p]Remember, this is an early slice of the game. You’ll encounter:[/p]

• [p]Bugs and performance issues[/p]
• [p]Placeholder assets and sounds[/p]
• [p]Unfinished features[/p]

[p]We’re working hard to polish and expand what’s here — but we wanted to get it in your hands early to get your thoughts.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]📸 Share Your Moments![/h3][p]Don’t forget to try the Photo Mode and share your best in-game shots! We’d love to see your favorite moments on social media or in the Steam Community hub.
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Please continue to share your experiences — your feedback is critical as we refine the game.

📥 Download the demo now from the Steam Store page.

Wishlist Beyond Enemy Lines - Vietnam on Steam now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1467270/Beyond_Enemy_Lines__Vietnam/[/p]

We’re excited to announce that Beyond Enemy Lines – Vietnam will be part of Steam Next Fest!

To mark the occasion, we’ll be updating the demo with brand-new singleplayer content when the festival begins.

Incoming: Operation Game Warden
Launching with the Steam Next Fest update, we’re adding a new standalone mission: Operation Game Warden.



This mission is inspired by the real-world U.S. Navy operation in the Mekong Delta, aimed at disrupting Viet Cong supply lines along the rivers and canals of South Vietnam.

In-game, Operation Missions are not part of the main campaign. They are independent missions based on real historical operations, designed as large open-ended battlefields. Objectives are scattered across a wide area, and players are given complete tactical freedom to choose how and in what order they engage them - a structure reminiscent of previous Beyond Enemy Lines titles.

Unlike the Gridlock mission currently featured in the demo, which is more scripted and focused, Operation Game Warden offers a looser structure with minimal scripting and an emphasis on replayability. Both approaches offer freedom - Gridlock through layered combat encounters, and Game Warden through full non-linear sandbox design.

We’re adding this mission specifically to hear your thoughts on this alternative mission flow.



📅 Demo Update Timeline
The Steam Next Fest update goes live with the start of the event.
Until then, you can already jump into the current demo, featuring the campaign mission Gridlock.

💬 Help Us Improve the Game
We are actively monitoring feedback and fixing bugs while the demo is live. Your reports help us address critical issues and shape the final game - in real time.

🛠 Found a bug?
💡 Got ideas or preferences?
📣 Share them through the in-game feedback prompt or on the Steam forums.


Wishlist Beyond Enemy Lines - Vietnam on Steam now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1467270/Beyond_Enemy_Lines__Vietnam/

AI Behavior Update
• Increased search time: 20 → 50 seconds
• AI now properly reacts to nearby deaths and projectile impacts
• Return-to-patrol delay raised from 20 → 30 seconds

AI can now choose how to respond to suspicious events - either investigate or seek cover.
⚠️ Some units are trained to hold position in critical situations and won’t retreat or search.

Wishlist Beyond Enemy Lines - Vietnam on Steam now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1467270/Beyond_Enemy_Lines__Vietnam/