Modulus News

[h3]Hello Module Makers![/h3][h3]Tonight’s a big moment for us,  our brand-new Modulus trailer just premiered in the PC Game Show, and we couldn’t be more stoked to have been featured again. Huge thanks to the PCGS team for inviting us back and giving Modulus another spotlight. Check out the new trailer below!
 [/h3][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h3]And now for the part many of you have been waiting for…[/h3][h3]
[/h3][p]For the first time since April, the Modulus demo has been completely refreshed with new systems, new content, new visuals, and a smoother early-game experience. This update brings the demo in line with the game’s current direction and gives you a much clearer look at what Modulus is becoming ahead of next year’s full release.[/p][p]Because so much has changed, older demo saves will not work with this version, but we promise the new experience is worth the fresh start. PLUS saves from the updated demo will transfer across to the full game when launched. [/p][p]Let’s dive in![/p][h2]New Features[/h2]

• [p]New Onboarding Flow for a much smoother early-game experience, thanks to your feedback [/p]
• [p]New Island Layout, you now need to use skylines to connect your islands. [/p]
• [p]All-New Tech Tree, unlock new buildings, operators, Efficiency View, counter, etc.[/p]

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• [p]Module Challenges to test your creativity [/p]

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• [p]Progression UI Overhaul [/p]
• [p]New Buildings [/p]
• [p]New Cosmetics [/p]
• [p]Dark Mode, you wanted it and we delivered [/p]

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• [p]Delivery Targets [/p]
• [p]Rank & XP System [/p]
• [p]Factory Pause / Build Mode [/p]
• [p]Datashards & Expansion Permits, datashards are needed for unlocking nodes in the new tech tree.[/p]
• [p]New & Improved Audio System with cleaner, calmer factory vibes [/p]

[p][/p][h2]Gameplay & Mechanics Updates[/h2]

• [p]Furnace now requires 4 Polyrocks instead of 8[/p]
• [p]Added new Operators, including Skylines
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[h2]UI / UX Improvements[/h2]

• [p]Major UI and visual overhaul[/p]
• [p]Improved Toolbar[/p]
• [p]Module Viewer window can now be maximized[/p]

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• [p]Added Camera Sensitivity settings[/p]
• [p]Updated Manual[/p]
• [p]New & updated localization
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[p][/p][h2]Saving & System Improvements[/h2]

• [p]Improved manual saving and autosaving[/p]
• [p]Performance optimizations across the board
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[h2] Removed (For Now)[/h2]

• [p]Creative Mode
  Just to stress: Creative Mode is coming back for full release. It’s temporarily removed from the demo while we rebuild it into something much bigger and better.
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[h2]Other Improvements[/h2]

• [p]General polish across multiple systems[/p]
• [p]Additional stability & performance improvements
  
  (You can check the Patch Notes for a full list of fixes and known issues as well) [/p]

[p][/p][p]This update represents months of work across design, audio, UI, systems, and onboarding. If you tried the demo back in April, we’d love for you to jump in again and see what’s new. And if you’re here for the first time, welcome! There’s never been a better moment to try Modulus.[/p][p]Thank you for all your feedback, your creativity, and your excitement. [/p][p]On the topic of feedback we have been using a Feature Upvote Board to collect feedback during playtesting and we would love it if you would add to it with any demo feedback or suggestions you have. [/p][p][/p][p]Don’t forget to wishlist Modulus, and give it a follow whilst you're there. Every follow the game gets, helps Steam recognise that people are excited for Modulus!

Also if you are a creator and want to join our Creator Program you can sign up today! For more information click here. Or to jump right in and sign up click here. [/p][p] [/p][p]Join our community:[/p][p]Discord BlueSky TikTok YouTube Reddit Feature Upvote



See you on the factory floor, and enjoy the upgraded experience![/p][p]Team Happy Volcano[/p][p]
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[h3]Module makers, we’ve got a brand-new trailer fresh off the factory floor, and it’ll be debuting at the PC Gaming Show!

Alongside the new trailer, we also have a huge update/announcement coming alongside the trailer! Make sure to tune in to follow the game on Steam to get the full details sooner than you think![/h3]

The PC Gaming Show airs on December 4th at 12 PM PST (3 PM ET, 8 PM GMT).
You can watch it live on the PC Gamer YouTube channel or the PC Gamer Twitch channel, X and Facebook channels as well as GamesRadar+, Steam, Bilibili and more.

Steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2779120/Modulus

Want to discuss your builds or upcoming content with other Module makers?

Join our Discord and follow us on social media, where you’ll be able to see everything happening on the factory floor.

Don’t forget to Wishlist the game, be ready for the big announcement, and keep sending in your feedback, we genuinely love hearing from you. Make sure to follow the game so you're notified about any major updates regarding the game!

Join our community:
Discord BlueSky TikTok YouTube Reddit Feature Upvote [p]Catch you on the factory floor.[/p]

[p]Team Happy Volcano.[/p]

The Modulus demo update is here!

Please check out all the changes below.

[h3]NOTE: Any older saves from the previous demo will not work with this new updated version
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🆕 New Features

● New Onboarding flow for smoother early-game experience
● New Island System map
● Added Tech Tree
● Added Module Challenges
● Added Progression UI
● Added New Buildings
● Added New Cosmetics
● Added Dark Mode
● Added Delivery Targets
● Added Rank & XP System
● Added Pause / Build Mode
● Added Datashards & Expansion Permits
● New & Improved Audio System
● Heatmap is now locked behind the tech tree (you can unlock it in the demo)
● Updated splash screens

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🎮 Gameplay & Mechanics Updates

● Furnace now requires 4 Polyrocks instead of 8
● Added new operators including Skylines
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🖥️ UI / UX Improvements

● Major UI overhaul with improved visuals and layout
● Improved Toolbar
● Module Viewer window can now be maximized
● Added Camera Sensitivity settings
● Introduced New and Updated Localization
● Updated Manual
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💾 Saving & System Improvements

● Improved manual saving & autosave behaviour
● Performance optimizations throughout the game
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🗑️ Removed / Deprecated

● Removed Production Graph
● Removed “What’s Next” page
● Removed Creative Mode
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🧹 Other Improvements

● General polish across multiple systems
● Overall stability and performance improvements
● Fixed multiple localization issues
● Fixed an issue where the game froze when the dye mixer was moved along with the tunnel
● Fixed a visual bug where a floating object appeared on an island
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11. Save / Load
● Wrong thumbnail and timings are shown if the player switches between multiple saves
● Some operator states do not save properly
● Autoload triggers incorrectly under certain conditions



[h3]Known Issues[/h3]

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1. UI & UX Issues

The title fails to display linking the drone with any building properly during gameplay
Some tooltips clip outside certain resolutions
Some UI elements do not refresh after resolution changes
Module viewer is visible inside tech tree
Cursor icon remains visible after island unlock animation
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2. Functionality / Core Logic
Conveyor belts briefly show disconnected state when rotated during placement
The game might freeze in some cases if the player moves the dye mixer and tunnel together
The 'Delivery Dock' Fails to display 'Deliveries capped' message consistently
No warning thrown when keybind is already in use
Tunnel doesn't work if stacked
Invoking the pause menu in any operator's inside view takes the player back to the factory
floor
Gameplay stops responding after pressing Ctrl+Esc
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3. Buildings & Placement
The player fails to place the 'Skyline' in the bottom right corner of every islandʼ

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4. Operators (Skyline, Tunnel, Cutter, Furnace, etc.)
The duplicated white monotoner will show black paint for a few frames
Operators appear green in efficiency view if viewed through foliage

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5. Tech Tree, Modules & Progression
The module challenges tab goes missing and all the building thumbnails appear unlocked
when switching between saves
All building thumbnails are shown as unlocked when switching saves

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6. Onboarding & Tutorial
The title highlights the 'Assembler' operator placement from the tutorial to a new save without
any tutorial

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7. Performance & Stability
The assets disappear when placing a large number of factory assets
FPS drop during heavy Skyline usage
Performance dip when zooming into dense areas
Long freeze when switching between huge saves

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8. Resolution & Display
UI clips at certain ultrawide resolutions
Windowed mode resets to wrong size
Display scaling issues after alt-tab

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9. Save / Load
Some operator states do not save properly



If you have any feedback you'll like to see in the full game please leave it here at our Feature Upvote Board!

And if you run into any bugs or feedback please do leave it in our Discord or in the community tab on Steam!

Want to know what's waiting for you in our demo?

Then check out our pre-recorded livestream and get an inside look at the Modulus demo before trying it out for yourself!

Steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2779120/Modulus

Want to discuss your builds or upcoming content with other Module makers?

Join our Discord and follow us on social media, where you’ll be able to see everything happening on the factory floor.

Don’t forget to Wishlist the game and keep sending in your feedback, we genuinely love hearing from you. Make sure to follow the game so you're notified about any major updates regarding the game!

Join our community:
Discord BlueSky TikTok YouTube Reddit Feature Upvote [p]Catch you on the factory floor.[/p]

[p]Team Happy Volcano.[/p]

[p]As huge indie game nerds ourselves we are super excited to share that Modulus will be featured in Clemmy’s Best Indie Games Winter Showcase 2025 on Tuesday, December 2nd, alongside loads of incredible indie games![/p][p]Clemmy’s showcases are always packed with hidden gems, clever ideas, and cozy surprises, so we’re honoured to be part of this winter's lineup.
If you love discovering new indies (and supporting the developers behind them!), this is absolutely one to watch.[/p][p]📺 Tune in live: [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]8 am PST | 4 pm GMT | 5 pm CET

Catch the full event, cheer on the other games, and keep an eye out for Modulus. We’ve got something creative to show and you may even see something you made during our slot. ːsteamhappyː[/p][p]See you in the chat!

— Team Happy Volcano[/p]