Ruins To Fortress News

Major Map, Biome, and Base Deco Update is Out Now!

[h2]Hey Ruins To Fortress players![/h2][p]Ruins to Fortress is stepping up with its biggest update yet! After the successful Early Access release in December and months of technical fine-tuning, version 0.5.0 brings a massive overhaul to the core gameplay of this 2D survival title.[/p][p]The update consists of multiple major expansions. With New Horizons, the game world has been reimagined: for the first time, players will explore procedurally generated maps, featuring a completely revamped biome system. Eight diverse biomes – from icy tundras to scorching deserts – introduce fresh challenges and strategic depth. Instead of one large island, players will now navigate multiple islands, and even the size of the map is customizable.[/p][p]Looking to make your base feel more like home? The Homestead update adds 20 new decorative items, including functional clocks, atmospheric light sources like lava lamps and torches, houseplants, and even a working radio. Every base can now become a truly personal space.[/p][p]On the gameplay side, version 0.5.0 introduces dangerous underground bunkers for daring players to explore. In addition, new destructible NPC bases offer fresh PvE opportunities and valuable loot. And to top it off, a wide range of quality-of-life improvements have been implemented – including a fully redesigned building system with snap-to-grid functionality, visible snap points, a reworked clan manager, and a handy minimap.[/p][p]Note: Save games from the old static map version are not compatible with the new version, and vice versa.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]Map System[/h2]

[p]Seed-based worlds: every game generates a unique map unless you enter a custom seed[/p]
[p]Manually choose seed and map size[/p]
[p]More detailed map options unlock after testing[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Biomes[/h2][p]Tundra · Steppe · Forest · Meadows · Rocklands · City · Savanna · Desert[/p][hr][/hr][h2]New Features and Improvements[/h2]

[p]New tree types[/p]
[p]New monument: Underground bunker[/p]
[p]Destructible NPC bases you can loot[/p]
[p]Grenades are now bouncier[/p]
[p]Player drones and boats now consume fuel[/p]
[p]Drones can move up and down using the jump key (Space)[/p]
[p]Minimap shows other clan members, your bed, last death, biomes, and monuments; areas unlock as you explore[/p]
[p]Torchlight and headlamps now shine higher and lower vertically, making it easier to spot boats in the water[/p]
[p]Day/Night Cycle: Night time is now 4x faster than daytime[/p]
[p]Rain now has a minimum cooldown of 30 minutes before it can appear again[/p]
[p]If a player gets stuck for example between a npc or player base, the game will try to spawn an "emergency boat" nearby after a couple of minutes[/p]
[p]The nuke explosion will only affect 30% of the area within its blast radius. Player bases and clan bases are protected and won't be destroyed[/p]
[p]Improved sorting for craftable items and buildings, now color-coded to highlight commonly used items[/p]
[p]Item and building damage is now more clearly visible with HP values and percentage left, so it’s easier to see what you’re damaging during a raid or if your attacks are even making a difference.[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Building System[/h2]

[p]Simplified build zone: place a workbench to project a visible blueprint area[/p]
[p]Zone grows larger with each workbench upgrade[/p]
[p]Background tiles and electricity work inside your build zone[/p]
[p]Snap-to-grid for parts and items (hold Shift for exact alignment)[/p]
[p]Visible snap points guide precise construction[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Clan Manager[/h2]

[p]Clan and map controls moved into your inventory tab[/p]
[p]Invite any online player on your server to join your clan[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Bug Bounty: Crimis Basecap Skin or Magos Basecap Skin[/h2]

[p]Report a valid, not-already-reported bug on Discord or Steam Discussions[/p]
[p]Or share cool gameplay content like a beta livestream, a unique base screenshot, or a good gameplay video[/p]
[p]Include steps to reproduce, screenshots or video, and F1 console logs for bug reports[/p]
[p]Skins will be given at Crimis or Magos’ discretion: Crimis Basecap or Magos Basecap[/p][p] [/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Coming Next[/h2]

[p]Official mod support[/p]

[hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Join our Discord to give feedback or play with others.[/p][p][/p][p]Cheers Crimi & Mago[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

BETA: New Horizons Update is LIVE

[h2]Hey Ruins To Fortress players![/h2][p]After six months in Early Access, we’re super excited to release our biggest update yet, now available as a public beta! We've dedicated countless hours to rework the system, completely transforming the old hand-placed map into a unique, dynamic world featuring islands with diverse biomes.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]What Is a Beta?[/h2][p]A beta is a test version with new features. Your feedback helps us improve the update before it becomes the main version.
We really appreciate your help testing a multiplayer game this size takes a lot of time![/p][hr][/hr][h2]How to Join the Beta[/h2]

[p]Open your Steam Library and right-click Ruins To Fortress[/p]
[p]Select Properties › Betas[/p]
[p]Choose beta - join the beta for the upcoming map update (beta versions start with 0.4.x)[/p]
[p]Steam will download the update[/p]
[p]To return to the live version, open the same menu and select None[/p]

[p]Note: Save games are now stored in separate folders and won’t be compatible with the old static map version. This beta will run for about one month before becoming the main build.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]Map System[/h2]

[p]Seed-based worlds: every game generates a unique map unless you enter a custom seed[/p]
[p]Manually choose seed and map size[/p]
[p]More detailed map options unlock after testing[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Biomes[/h2][p]Tundra · Steppe · Forest · Meadows · Rocklands · City · Savanna · Desert[/p][hr][/hr][h2]New Features[/h2]

[p]New tree types[/p]
[p]New monument: Underground bunker[/p]
[p]Destructible NPC bases you can loot[/p]
[p]Grenades are now bouncier[/p]
[p]Player drones and boats now consume fuel[/p]
[p]Drones can move up and down using the jump key (Space)[/p]
[p]Minimap shows other clan members, your bed, last death, biomes, and monuments; areas unlock as you explore[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Building System[/h2]

[p]Simplified build zone: place a workbench to project a visible blueprint area[/p]
[p]Zone grows larger with each workbench upgrade[/p]
[p]Background tiles and electricity work inside your build zone[/p]
[p]Snap-to-grid for parts and items (hold Shift for exact alignment)[/p]
[p]Visible snap points guide precise construction[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Clan Manager[/h2]

[p]Clan and map controls moved into your inventory tab[/p]
[p]Invite any online player on your server to join your clan[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Also in This Beta[/h2]

[p]New Horizon skin pack for DLC owners:
Golden AK, Easy Breezy Shorts, Tropical Shirt, Explorers Panama, Frostbite Dodger[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Bug Bounty: Crimis Basecap Skin or Magos Basecap Skin[/h2]

[p]Report a valid, not-already-reported bug on Discord or Steam Discussions[/p]
[p]Or share cool gameplay content like a beta livestream, a unique base screenshot, or a good gameplay video[/p]
[p]Include steps to reproduce, screenshots or video, and F1 console logs for bug reports[/p]
[p]Skins will be given at Crimis or Magos’ discretion: Crimis Basecap or Magos Basecap[/p][p] [/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Coming Next[/h2]

[p]Base decoration items will be added[/p]
[p]Official mod support will start once the beta wraps up[/p]

[hr][/hr][p][/p][p]We’ll continue updating the beta over the coming weeks. Thanks for playing and helping us.[/p][p]
Join our Discord to give feedback or play with others.[/p][p][/p][p]Cheers Crimi & Mago[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

Game Patch Notes - Version 0.3.1

Dear players,

Thank you for your invaluable feedback. Your input has been crucial in improving the game. We're excited to share this patch, which addresses several issues and introduces some changes.

Special thanks to everyone on Steam Discussions and Discord for testing, reporting bugs, and suggesting improvements. Your support means the world to us!

Bug Fixes / Improvements

When painting the back wall, the game now highlights areas where painting is possible.
Fixed an item duplication bug where quickly moving an item from storage with right-click and closing the inventory at the right moment would create a duplicate.
Increased the vertical building range of Workbench 3 to allow for taller structures.
Fixed a bug where the "Big Game Hunter" achievement was not being awarded.
Fences can now be placed outside of the workbench range.
Fixed an issue where the workbench range and no-build area were larger than intended.
The despawn animation for used boats is now faster.
Dropped items now despawn after 5 minutes instead of 3.
The "Repair Item" button now disappears properly after repairing.

We're continually working to improve the game based on your feedback. Thank you for your ongoing support and patience as we refine the experience.

Happy gaming!

Markus & Simon

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Defense Items Update - Version 0.3.0

Hello everyone,

Version 0.3.0 introduces an overhaul of the satoshi mining system, adjustments to electric systems, and exciting new defense items to Ruins To Fortress. Share your feedback in the comments or on Discord, let us know what you love and what could be improved!

Highlights

New Defense Items:

Death Spike: A sharp spike trap that injures anyone who steps on it.
Iron Bite: A strong bear trap with reinforced metal teeth, built to wound enemies.
Havoc Mine: A pressure-activated explosive that shreds unlucky players who trigger it.
Sand Wall: A durable sandbag barrier that shields against bullets and explosions.
Bastion: A fortified turret platform that can hold different guns (Pistol, Shotgun, Uzi, AK-47) for defense. Requires electricity and the right ammo to function.

Satoshi Mining system overhaul and Electric systems adjustements:
The Satoshi mining system is a great way to earn in-game currency, and it now unlocks earlier than before, along with many electric items. Satoshis will no longer drop as often. You will need to mine them, grow crops, or sell items at vending machines to earn them.

To make power management easier, essential electric items for building the grid have been moved from Workbench 3 to Workbench 1. Solar panels now generate more electricity, and batteries store more energy, making your power system more efficient.

Mining System Overview
The mining system lets players earn rewards by running mining racks. Each mining rack contributes to the global hashrate, which determines the difficulty and reward distribution.

Hashrate & Difficulty: The system adjusts difficulty based on total mining power, keeping rewards balanced.
Rewards: Players receive satoshis based on their mining contribution, with bonuses for consistency.
Bonuses & Achievements:Mining streaks and catch-up mechanics boost earnings, and players can unlock achievements by accumulating rewards.
Live Updates: You’ll receive chat messages updating you on bonuses, milestones, and mining streaks, helping you stay informed.

Keep your miners running, manage power to earn the best rewards!

Bug Fixes & Improvements

Fixed a bug where repairing items inside containers, such as chests, was not working.
Fixed an issue where, after saving and loading the game, NPCs would not spawn correctly if the in-game days had progressed beyond two. Now, the correct number of NPCs will appear based on the selected difficulty.
Fixed item stacking bugs for produced items in planter boxes and other containers.
Added new console command "dlc_reload" to restore missing DLC items if they were not granted correctly

Upcoming Features in the Pipeline

Explore the new Bunker and Silo System - discover underground bases and hidden loot
Raid NPC bases packed with valuable resources and equipment
Experience bigger maps with more room to explore and build
New biomes and areas to discover, each with unique challenges
Battle challenging new NPCs and epic boss encounters
Full mod support to customize your game experience
New items
Create your perfect character with the new character creator

Don't miss out on our Survivors Pack DLC or the stunning Serpent's Dawn Skin Pack.

Happy gaming!

Markus & Simon

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Game Patch Notes - Version 0.2.1

Repairing tools and weapons: You can now repair broken tools and weapons. Simply click on the damaged item in your inventory. Repair costs depend on the vending machine price and the item's wear. Payment in satoshi is required near your workbench.
Workbench range upgrade: The building range for Workbench 2 and 3 is now doubled.
Movement improvements: Minor fixes to character movement.
Steam Level 1 is no longer required to play.