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Community Spotlight 🧐 February 2024

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Our favorite pastime is browsing through the workshop - we are in love with all the creations our players are constantly sharing. 💫

We can't wait every month to spotlight mods and blueprints that catch our eye and have the potential to make your time in Space Engineers more interesting and unique.

Here is our spotlight for the month of February! 🤩



[h3]WeaponCore - 2.4 by Ash Like Snow[/h3]
Weapon Core 2.4 has been released!

Weapon Core is a complete rewrite of Space Engineers combat system. The way combat works in this system is very different from Vanilla and many conventions that you are familiar with will be different.


[h3]Defense Shields - v2.2 by Ash Like Snow[/h3]
2.2 brings a major update to defense shields.

You will notice a new shield HUD ui which represents some new functionality that is critical to getting the most out of your shields.


[h3]Conveyor Diagram by BDCarrillo[/h3]
Now available on plugin loader!

Press "Left Shift" when looking at a grid you own to see all of the conveyor networking, while making the whole grid partly transparent.


[h3]Tyranids: Hive-Fleet Grendel by _Nazarov7576_[/h3]
This mod introduces the one, the only, the Great Devourer, the Tyranids.

The Hive-Fleet Grendel, a fleet of organic battleships bred by the Hive Mind specifically to deal with the Space Engineers in their system, is bursting right into our worlds, feeding upon everything it can reach!


[h3]Guided Vanilla Rockets by Harbinger Ace[/h3]
This is a simple mod that makes the vanilla Rocket a guided missile using Vanilla+ Framework.

Requires using target lock-on via control seat, or letting a turret automatically target something.


[h3]Q-Tech Weapons by Qarannia[/h3]
This mod contains a set of general purpose energy weapons and missiles.


[h3]Battlestar Galactica: Mechanics by aczel2[/h3]
This is the Mechanics mod for Battlestar Galactica.

In this mod, I will add the mechanical blocks and materials that are scarce for them, such as Tyílium.


[h3]Turret Displacement System by DeltaWing[/h3]
Got a weird spot on your tank where you can't quite depress/elevate and you don't want to set up piston control groups?

This script is for you!


[h3]B810 and B840 Thrusters by ᗰᗩ᙭Iᗰᕮ❼⓿➑⓿[/h3]
I present to you one of my creations, the B810 and B840 brand thrusters!

Same as the basic thrusters but with a different style.


[h3]Real Stars by Echthros[/h3]
Tired of the old skybox sun that you can never reach? Wishing you could explore a real solar system or three? Want to burn yourself to ash diving into the stellar plasma?

Well now you can!


[h3]Working Space Invaders Arcade Cabinet by sophia[/h3]
A functional Space Invaders Arcade Cabinet.

Controls: use A and D to move. Space to shoot.
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Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun stomps onto Game Pass soon

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, Microsoft are bringing Maneater back to Game Pass. Yesterday they unveiled the next batches of Game Pass additions and two are returnees, with the delightful fighty platformer Indivisible accompanying brutal shark 'em up Maneater. What's more important is that it's adding the game with the cutest little Nurglings, grimdark retro-styled FPS Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun. The rhetoric of 'purging xenos and heretics' surely doesn't apply to these darling babies. Read on for all the games coming to (and going from) Game Pass over the next few weeks.


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Community Spotlight 🧐 January 2024

[h3]Space Engineers Official[/h3]

Our favorite pastime is browsing through the workshop - we are in love with all the creations our players are constantly sharing. 💫

We can't wait every month to spotlight mods and blueprints that catch our eye and have the potential to make your time in Space Engineers more interesting and unique.

Here is our spotlight for the month of January! 🤩



[h3]Consolidation Firearms by Dercaixr[/h3]
Shortly before the war between Consolidation and Aenum Republic, the newly formed Consolidation company Forsberg & Heth began production of its own line of handguns, fulfilling an order from the Consolidation Council.


[h3]Working Radar RM-24 "SARMAN" by MonPetitOiseau[/h3]
RM-24 SARMAN, a technological feat designed to detect any enemy target within a radius of 2,375 meters.

Compact radar system with unparalleled capabilities, ready to protect borders or military installations.


[h3]Star Trek Fully Retractable Landing Gear by Killerbee77[/h3]
Commissioned by SGTOWL.

Adds in Star Trek fully retractable landing gear.


[h3]Deflector Shields by Tiberius[/h3]
Presenting Deflector Shields: An advanced ion-based defense system designed to safeguard your property as you embark on your solar system adventures.

Engineered with built-in safeguards against mining hazards, grinding threats, and, most importantly, protection from the most formidable weapons in the cosmos.


[h3]Aneutronic Fusion by Tiberius[/h3]
Introducing Nova Galactic Fusion's groundbreaking NASA Punk-inspired Aneutronic Fusion Reactors.

These cutting-edge fusion reactors unlock the boundless power of Helium-3, propelling us forward in the realm of sustainable energy technology.


[h3]Giant Drills by Life'Tech and Rebels, Kuvat[/h3]
This mod adds a Giant Drill one with and one without the Rebels logo on it.

Also big shout out to Enenra and ChipStix for their amazing work with SEUT!


[h3]Enclosed Blocks by TheSlaveOne[/h3]
Enclosed Blocks - Air Tight Custom Turret Controller, Gyro, Survival Kit, Decoy, Projector, Gravity Generator, Spherical Gravity Generator.

All Blocks Air tight with 2 different glass styles.


[h3][Sentis Project] Furniture Pack by vllasukov[/h3]
I started working on this mod quite a long time ago because I felt a certain lack of decorative blocks in our game. Although the mod is called a furniture pack, there is more than just furniture)

There are sinks, beds, trash cans, bedside tables, ceiling lamps, illuminators... Illuminators are my favourite by the way =)


[h3]Race Pack - SERC by John Bee[/h3]
Wheels fit for race cars plus some other stuff.

More will come.


[h3]Engineer League Portable by AeQuArTz[/h3]
Engineer League Portable is a new compact and optimized version of my original "Engineer League," a functional version of Rocket League within SE.

This was designed specifically to be under 20000 PCU
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Minor Update 1.203.6



Hello, Engineers!

For our Xbox community, you'll now find Space Engineers in your Microsoft Store library, making it easier than ever to dive back into the cosmos. What's even more thrilling is that if you already own Space Engineers on Xbox, you'll receive the Microsoft Store version automatically, at no extra cost. It's our way of saying thank you for being part of the Space Engineers journey.
With full crossplay, Microsoft Store users can team up with their Steam and PlayStation friends and explore Space Engineers on their platform of choice!

The universe is waiting, and whether you're a seasoned space engineer or a first-time explorer, this expansion to the Microsoft Store opens up a galaxy of possibilities. Embark on new adventures, craft incredible spacecraft, and join a thriving community that shares your passion for the cosmos.

Welcome to the next chapter of Space Engineers!

Features
  • Space Engineers released on Microsoft Store
  • Changed Xbox Lobby networking from XIM to EOS to facilitate connectivity between Windows Store version and Xbox lobbies
  • Updated SharpDX version to prevent audio issues on fresh Windows 10 and Windows 11 installations
Official Blueprints Fixes & Improvements
  • Changed mass of Flare/Fireworks projectiles (no longer dealing high damage to characters)
  • Fixed an issue where a suspended Console client would not be able to be invited after resuming
  • Fixed an issue where player would get stuck in a black screen when failing to join a server after visiting Character screen
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Community Spotlight 🧐 December 2023

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Our favorite pastime is browsing through the workshop - we are in love with all the creations our players are constantly sharing. 💫

We can't wait every month to spotlight mods and blueprints that catch our eye and have the potential to make your time in Space Engineers more interesting and unique.

Here is our spotlight for the month of December! 🤩



[h3]Pax Consolidation by Foltast[/h3]
Welcome to Pax Consolidation.

The ultimate place to explore history and technological advancements of Outer Planets Consolidation!


[h3]Star Wars TIE Fighter Modpack - Reforged by Stomachbrain[/h3]
This mod will contain blocks to build a full modded TIE fighter.

It's a reforged mod from my old one published in 2018.


[h3]Planetary Asteroid Rings by Bravada Cadelanne[/h3]
This is a mod to add procedural asteroids to the rings of planets.

Asteroids are generated within visual range of players and sync distance of grids, by default being cleaned up if untouched once out of range of any player or grid.


[h3]MES Cave Systems by TheFinalEvent97[/h3]
This mod generates caves of varying sizes and shapes using MES by spawning in temporary grids that begin clearing the voxel inside themselves then despawning.
Caves can spawn regardless of terrain and on any planet, it's entirely possible for them to appear on the side or top of mountains.


[h3]Custom Suits Mod by Jakaria[/h3]
This mod adds the ability to modify your engineer's suit by attaching parts to it. Your customization data is saved locally, letting you to bring your suit into other servers with the mod.
Additionally, it serves as a framework for other mods to add their own custom parts.


[h3]SandWorm by Chipstix213[/h3]
Beware the treacherous sands, for beneath the serene surface of the desert lies a dangerous threat—the sandworms.

Such serpentine creatures, these predators pose both a physical danger to travellers and a risk to the delicate balance of the desert ecosystem.


[h3]General Productivity Module by LukaszL[/h3]
A large 2x4x5 upgrade module increasing speed and yield at cost of power efficiency.

With 4 upgrade ports located on the corners to make optimal placement on refineries and other blocks a bit more interesting.


[h3]Recharging Station by Elachi Dance Party[/h3]
Do you get tired of running about looking for a seat or a med bay when you are just trying to build?

Well fear not, now you can place some charging stations nearby to refill that pesky suit energy!


[h3]F.S.S. Dauntless by Kelevra[/h3]
Faction Supply Ship
34840 PCU, 7691 blocks, 220m long
survival ready, no subgrids
optional scripts (SIMPL and Navigation)


[h3]Holidays Encore[/h3]



[h3]Space Engineers Advent Collection | 2023 by [Omega][/h3]
This collection is a part of the 2023 Advent Calendar event hosted by Myself, Lunar, Yoshi, Reaver, Gontarekt and Indy.


[h3]UfoL's Snowballs[/h3]
Mod adds a simple snowball as an alternative ammo for handheld rocket launchers.

Craftable in survival with ice. Does minor damage, just so you know when you get hit.


[h3]Bean's Holiday Resort by green bean[/h3]
Welcome to Bean's Holiday Resort!

Here you can do all sorts of winter thingies, such as throw snow, go sledding, observe the auroras, go saunoing and ...chill around a fireplace!


[h3]2023 Christmas Experience by Incanatus[/h3]
This year I've brought the community one hell of a gift. A small Christmas village with a model Polar Express Locomotive.

This village includes plenty of my faction based builds while also bringing along some festive ones like Clang's Sleigh and even some reindeer in front of the lodge.


[h3]Christmas Minigame World by skivel2[/h3]
For Children Of All Ages who can play SE!

The lid on Clang's presents will automatically open when you approach with Rudolph the Loader. Clang is already bragging about how he has 2 presents and his are larger...
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