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Overhaul BETA Update 5.3.1 - Big Incremental Patch!

In this BETA patch we see a continuation of the saving and loading mechanics introduced in 5.3, one handy item is the 'emergency save' feature which will automatically save your game if there is a crash.

Otherwise we continue the combat mechanics focus of Update 5 in general preparing to switch on unit veterancy and experience, and adding in idle shield recharge when not in combat.

In addition there are a bunch of fixes and tweaks as suggested by the community - keep them coming!

Update 5.3.1 Change Log
  • Added emergency save-game on crash
  • Added Officer/experience framework
  • Added ranks to sample ships
  • Added shield recharge when ship out of combat for 45 seconds
  • Added shield recharge rolling HUD text
  • Added ship tooltip to targetbox, and tactical and fleet icons
  • Added save message to notification panel

  • Fixed crash on ship UI animation
  • Fixed issue with fleet icons not appearing for sighted enemy
  • Fixed Space Object text no longer affected by time scaling
  • Fixed issues clearing down refinery dialog options
  • Fixed crash switching zones if mouseover Space Object
  • Fixed correct behavior on ESC press when save/load window shown

  • Updated Space Object tooltips
Note this patch is currently in BETA, but you can access it if you own the game:
  1. Right click on the game in your Steam library
  2. Select 'Properties'
  3. Select 'BETAS' tab
  4. Select 'testing - Overhaul Beta' from the list

BETA patches are only available on Windows and Linux.