NIMRODS | Roadmap + Progress Update II
Hi NIMRODS,
As we prepare our next release - the Bifurcation + Economy Update, we want to share a progress update with you all!
Our Roadmap has been refreshed to highlight what’s coming next, and you’ll also be able to view it directly in game once the update goes live. While we couldn’t fit every planned update into this format, we’ve outlined the key milestones that remain on our path to V1.0.
The content is shaped around what the community has been asking for - addressing many of the pain points raised through the forums and reviews. Your feedback has been invaluable, and we truly appreciate it ❤️
Let’s dive into what we have planned. Keep in mind, a lot of the details are subject to change!
This has been one of the community’s most consistent requests and we completely agree! While it won’t be part of the upcoming update, it will be the focus of the next major update right after. Our goal is to start with an initial version of the Gunporium, where you can view your guns and augments, and then expand and refine it over time with your feedback (i.e characters, enemies, and more).
Here’s an additional mock of the Gunporium:
This one’s for all of you who’ve pushed deep into the game and are craving a tougher challenge. We’re introducing a system that ramps up enemy difficulty on the planet - offering bigger rewards in XP, resources, and more. More to come in the next Devlog. *Aims laser at the planet*
We’ve made significant progress on performance since launching into Early Access, but there’s still work to be done. With each update, we continue to optimize the game. Some improvements are small, while others are more significant. The last major performance update will come when we convert the enemies into entities (see this Devlog for an explanation - NIMRODS | Performance Devlog - Every MS counts). This change will greatly improve frame times, as many other non-optimized systems depend on it. However, it’s a big change and will take time to fully test, so we want to ensure it’s stable before releasing it.
This update is all about expanding Quests and Achievements. While there are already some Quests in the game, we want to add many more to give players a greater sense of progression and reward. Completing objectives and earning Achievements should feel meaningful and satisfying, and this update is a big step toward that. More details will be shared as development progresses.
The next Biome that we have planned to release is the Frozen Wastes. We have pushed the Violet Forest to come at a later update as we want to prioritize new Biome areas. We’ll share more details over time, including the unique mechanics of the Frozen Wastes.
We’d like to express our gratitude to everyone for your support. Your feedback, enjoyment and even bug reports means the world to us. With the upcoming update, we’re introducing a Supporter Pack for anyone who wants to help us even further. Priced at 50% of the current game price ($4.99 USD), it includes cosmetic golden skins for Roobie, Target Dummies, and your Drone. Stay tuned for when it drops in the upcoming update.
Quality of life improvements are ongoing and will continue between updates (too many to list). Here’s a glimpse at some of the changes coming in the next few updates:
Prototype Drop Pod - Visual change to the pod when you reach a Breakthrough for the Prototype Gun.
Projectile Graphics - Projectiles will now change appearance based on the magazine you have equipped.
We’ll be adding new Guns and Augments throughout the updates. Many of these will lean into the NIMRODS theme - a wacky, whimsical shooter with a huge variety of upgrades.
Have an idea for a Gun Augment or a new Gun Chassis? We’d love to hear it! Share your suggestions in our Discord feedback section or on the Steam Forums.
Reviews go a long way in helping more people discover NIMRODS. If you’ve been having fun with the game, we’d really appreciate it if you left a review. It makes a huge difference means a lot! ❤️
As we prepare our next release - the Bifurcation + Economy Update, we want to share a progress update with you all!
Our Roadmap has been refreshed to highlight what’s coming next, and you’ll also be able to view it directly in game once the update goes live. While we couldn’t fit every planned update into this format, we’ve outlined the key milestones that remain on our path to V1.0.
The content is shaped around what the community has been asking for - addressing many of the pain points raised through the forums and reviews. Your feedback has been invaluable, and we truly appreciate it ❤️
Let’s dive into what we have planned. Keep in mind, a lot of the details are subject to change!
Gunporium
This has been one of the community’s most consistent requests and we completely agree! While it won’t be part of the upcoming update, it will be the focus of the next major update right after. Our goal is to start with an initial version of the Gunporium, where you can view your guns and augments, and then expand and refine it over time with your feedback (i.e characters, enemies, and more).
Here’s an additional mock of the Gunporium:
Hostility
This one’s for all of you who’ve pushed deep into the game and are craving a tougher challenge. We’re introducing a system that ramps up enemy difficulty on the planet - offering bigger rewards in XP, resources, and more. More to come in the next Devlog. *Aims laser at the planet*
Performance
We’ve made significant progress on performance since launching into Early Access, but there’s still work to be done. With each update, we continue to optimize the game. Some improvements are small, while others are more significant. The last major performance update will come when we convert the enemies into entities (see this Devlog for an explanation - NIMRODS | Performance Devlog - Every MS counts). This change will greatly improve frame times, as many other non-optimized systems depend on it. However, it’s a big change and will take time to fully test, so we want to ensure it’s stable before releasing it.
Research Update
This update is all about expanding Quests and Achievements. While there are already some Quests in the game, we want to add many more to give players a greater sense of progression and reward. Completing objectives and earning Achievements should feel meaningful and satisfying, and this update is a big step toward that. More details will be shared as development progresses.
Biomes
The next Biome that we have planned to release is the Frozen Wastes. We have pushed the Violet Forest to come at a later update as we want to prioritize new Biome areas. We’ll share more details over time, including the unique mechanics of the Frozen Wastes.
Supporter Pack
We’d like to express our gratitude to everyone for your support. Your feedback, enjoyment and even bug reports means the world to us. With the upcoming update, we’re introducing a Supporter Pack for anyone who wants to help us even further. Priced at 50% of the current game price ($4.99 USD), it includes cosmetic golden skins for Roobie, Target Dummies, and your Drone. Stay tuned for when it drops in the upcoming update.
Quality of Life
Quality of life improvements are ongoing and will continue between updates (too many to list). Here’s a glimpse at some of the changes coming in the next few updates:
Prototype Drop Pod - Visual change to the pod when you reach a Breakthrough for the Prototype Gun.
Projectile Graphics - Projectiles will now change appearance based on the magazine you have equipped.
Gun & Augment Ideas + Theme
We’ll be adding new Guns and Augments throughout the updates. Many of these will lean into the NIMRODS theme - a wacky, whimsical shooter with a huge variety of upgrades.
Have an idea for a Gun Augment or a new Gun Chassis? We’d love to hear it! Share your suggestions in our Discord feedback section or on the Steam Forums.
Reviews go a long way in helping more people discover NIMRODS. If you’ve been having fun with the game, we’d really appreciate it if you left a review. It makes a huge difference means a lot! ❤️