Expeditions: A MudRunner Game News

[h3]Hello Runners![/h3]

As we revealed last week in our roadmap update, we are currently focusing on Quality of Life improvements and decided to postpone the release of the Season 2.

Veteran runners have been asking for a controller scheme that is closer to SnowRunner’s. This update brings a new scheme that is much closer to SnowRunner’s Scheme A. We hope you’ll appreciate it. Don’t hesitate to give us feedback.

Another request that you had was to add a compass on the map. This has now been implemented.

Many other improvements have been made to make your experience smoother in Expeditions. You’ll find the complete details in the patch notes down below.

Once again, make sure to give us feedback on Focus Together, our community platform, so we can pinpoint where we can improve your experience.

[h3]PATCH NOTES[/h3]
⚙️ Main features

• New gamepad control scheme based on SnowRunner’s scheme A.
  
  

  
• Compass added on the map
• The bridges that have been built on the terrain are shown on the map.
• Possibility of truck recovery to any accessible outpost, including recovery between different maps
  
• Truck’s markers on the map have been redesigned:
  
• The markers have been moved higher to avoid overlapping with the 3D thumbnail of the truck, which caused the player to not understand the direction of the truck
  
• The truck’s markers take on the color corresponding to the player in the co-op session and include a hint with the player's name
  
• Tips on the Customize screen, which add-on is required to install the selected add-on
  
• Area exploration stages have been made easier: players don't have to explore hard-to-reach places to pass a stage
  
• When the game starts, a 3D scene of the main menu is displayed instead of static 2D art
  
• Several UX and texts improvements related to Base modules
  
• Collected Amethyst crystals are sold on exit to HQ

⚙️ New vehicle

• KHAN 317 Sentinel

A rugged and reliable 4x4 scout vehicle designed with flexibility in mind. This pickup features a robust frame and a functional exterior with a variety of accessible addons that allow adjustments to the vehicle for both off-road performance and cargo capacity, making it ideal for both tougher terrains and long-distance expeditions.


⚙️ Bug fixes

• Fixed a significant number of crashes
  
• Fixed SIRO 72 T8-H animations on Xbox One
  
• PROS QR code is readable on Nintendo Switch Lite
  
• Ready-made graphics preset doesn’t reset after restarting
  
• Fullscreen display setting doesn’t reset after minimizing the game
  
• Player’s info is displayed on the truck card on the map while using the Helipad
  
• Fixed a bug where the trade window would not open for one of the co-op players if they were located too far away
  
• Fixed a bug where a truck occupied by a Guest in the previous deployment is blocked as occupied in the new deployment
  
• Fixed a bug where it wouldn't be possible to exit the trade if it had started while using a drone
  
• The HUD layer is hidden when the Expedition Complete screen is displayed
  
• Fixed an incorrect position of Start Co-op and Back buttons hints
  
• Technical strings without localisation for visiting zones aren't displayed when using binoculars
  
• Limited the number of stages that can be displayed on the screen at the same time on expeditions in the Sedona region
  
• Fixed repeated sound after skipping a Drone scanning

[h3]Dear Expeditions players,[/h3]

Since Season 1 has been released in September, we’ve been working relentlessly on the Season 2 content while addressing community requests on quality of life improvements, UI/UX elements, and fixing bugs through multiple patches.

We’re committed to continue to bring exciting new gameplay features as each season progresses, but, after a thorough review of your feedback, we've set our priority on polishing and improving your experience in Expeditions before expanding content further.

As a result, the Season 2 content drop will be released on February 27th 2025, in order to give us extra time to focus on improving the existing game first. We currently plan two major polish updates to tackle various topics and feedback you have raised over the past months, before going ahead again with new content in upcoming seasons. While this means Year Pass owners will have to wait a little longer for Season 2, our priority right now is to ensure a better experience for everyone.

It doesn't mean we aren't working hard on future content though, and we're happy to share that we have partnered with Mercedes to bring an exclusive, officially licensed Mercedes vehicle in Expeditions as part of the Year Pass future updates, on top of already planned content.

Please find below the list of improvements the team is working on. [STEAM ONLY] Year Pass owners will be able to beta test Season 2 in December through the Public Beta Branch.

Quality of Life improvements and bug fixing planned in the next update. This is a non-exhaustive list:

Improvement Patch 1 - 12th November

• New gamepad control scheme based on SnowRunner experience (SR's scheme A)
  
• Possibility of truck recovery to any accessible outpost, including recovery between different maps
  
• Area exploration stages have been made easier: players don't have to explore hard-to-reach places to pass a stage
  
• Added compass on the map
  
• Added tips on the Customize screen, which add-on is required to install the selected add-on
  
• The bridges which have been built on the terrain are now displayed on the map
  
• New vehicle - KHAN 317 Sentinel
  

Improvement Patch 2

• Additional Quality of Life improvements. We’ll get into more detail as the release of this update draws closer.
  

Thanks for your continued support,
The Expeditions Team

Hello Runners!

A new update is now live on Expeditions! Read the patch notes below:

[h2]Patch Notes:[/h2]

[h3]Most critical changes:[/h3]

• Fixed FPS drops on the Garage
  
• Fixed a bug where phantom mode stopped working in co-op after changing trucks
  
• Fixed a crash on the Guest side when Host drops crossplay session
  
• Fixed a crash on the Xbox platform that occurred during gameplay
  

[h3]UI:[/h3]

• Outposts and gates icons are displayed on the map correctly
  
• The HUD UI will be hidden when the module build screen is opened
  
• The Sedona region displays on the Region selection screen, regardless of whether the Season is purchased or not
  
• Changed the order of regions on the Region selection screen - Sedona region is now before the Mod region
  
• Fixed overlapping of "Rewards" string in expedition details
  
• Fixed tasks icons on the map
  
• Improved focus on the map
  
• The "Rotate/Zoom" hint from the Helipad teleport confirm window has been hidden
  
• Shared progress marker is showing on side tasks
  

[h3]Content:[/h3]

• Quest trucks are no longer displayed in the list of available trucks for teleportation via the Helipad
  
• Added the ability to sell quest items for 0 credits using the Store module
  
• Fixed quest zones in the No More Shaking! expedition
  
• Added fog of war on the Sedona region maps
  
• Malachite and Azurite descriptions are added to the Resource Zone pop-up after collecting minerals
  
• Fixed several texts related to the map
  

Hey Explorers! 🚚

We're glad to announce there has just been a new patch for Expeditions. And with every new patch, comes patch notes! ☝️

Please find the changes of this 7.2 update below:

Most critical changes:

• Changed flow of Task tracking. Previously, the “Start tracking” button did nothing if a task was found by Binoculars without visiting a task giver zone. The new flow is:
  
  1. Find a task giver zone with the binoculars or visit a zone
     
  2. The stages of the task are added to the task list on the map
     
  3. The “Start tracking” button is clickable and allows the player to activate a task

• Added the new tooltip about changing trucks or recovering to the Outpost. The tooltip instructs the player to open the Details menu and then either recover or change the truck. It is displayed on the imap, near the Outpost icon and the Truck icon, depending on which one is selected
  
• The Recovery tutorial has also been updated
  
• Significant changes have been made to the map UI, including a bug on gamepads where the Accept button did nothing without pressing any buttons on the D-pad, and a bug where the cursor was missing when opening the map after Recovery to the outpost
  
• Headlights could be turned on by pressing right stick on gamepads
  
• Fixed FPS drops during opening the map

UI:

• Sedona region is added to the progress page on the Profile

Content:

• Fixed shadow borders in the Drone scannings
  
• Improved the Helipad sounds

Known issues we're working on:

• FPS drops in the Garage
  
• On consoles, connection to an existing session resets in some cases (please try again after receiving the pop-up Connection lost)
  
• In some cases, the Guest crashes when the Host leaves the crossplay session
  
• HUD will not be hidden when module building pop or trade pop up is opened
  
• Quest truck markers are displayed on the map while using the Helipad, after selecting a quest truck, the player will be teleported to the first playable truck on the list
  
• Outpost and Gateway icons are missing on the map
  
• Displaying 'No rewards on this type' text instead of showing bonus rewards on the map, please note that rewards are available and will be displayed on the Summary screen
  
• Overlay of "Rewards" text in HQ in all languages except English localisation

Feel free to give us feedback on our platform Focus Together, we'll do our best to help you!

[h2]Hi Runners! [/h2]

We're updating the Public Beta Branch with the latest update for Expeditions: 7.2! 🚚

You will find all the changes below:

[h2]Most critical changes:[/h2]
Changed flow of Task tracking. Previously, the “Start tracking” button did nothing if a task was found by Binoculars without visiting a task giver zone. The new flow is:

Find a task giver zone with the binoculars or visit a zone
The stages of the task are added to the task list on the map
The “Start tracking” button is clickable and allows the player to activate a task

• Added the new tooltip about changing trucks or recovering to the Outpost. The tooltip instructs the player to open the Details menu and then either recover or change the truck. It is displayed on the imap, near the Outpost icon and the Truck icon, depending on which one is selected
  
• The Recovery tutorial has also been updated
  
• Significant changes have been made to the map UI, including a bug on gamepads where the Accept button did nothing without pressing any buttons on the D-pad, and a bug where the cursor was missing when opening the map after Recovery to the outpost
  
• Headlights could be turned on by pressing right stick on gamepads
  
• Fixed FPS drops during opening the map
  

[h2]UI:[/h2]

• Sedona region is added to the progress page on the Profile
  

[h2]Content:[/h2]

• Fixed shadow borders in the Drone scannings
  
• Improved the Helipad sounds
  

[h2]Known issues we're working on:[/h2]

• FPS drops in the Garage
  
• On consoles, connection to an existing session resets in some cases (please try again after receiving the pop-up Connection lost)
  
• In some cases, the Guest crashes when the Host leaves the crossplay session
  
• HUD will not be hidden when module building pop or trade pop up is opened
  
• Quest truck markers are displayed on the map while using the Helipad, after selecting a quest truck, the player will be teleported to the first playable truck on the list
  
• Outpost and Gateway icons are missing on the map
  
• Displaying 'No rewards on this type' text instead of showing bonus rewards on the map, please note that rewards are available and will be displayed on the Summary screen
  
• Overlay of "Rewards" text in HQ in all languages except English localisation
  

You can post your questions in comments, and we'll try our best to help you!