Osiris: New Dawn News

*Note - These changes are only on the Experimental Branch. To access the Experimental Branch, be sure to select it in your Steam Library. If this app does not appear, please check if this app is hidden in your Library. Experimental Branch changes typically upgrade to the primary branch monthly.



Greetings, Explorers!

As we prepare to transition to the Main Branch, we're addressing several minor yet crucial issues. A big thank you to everyone who reported these issues and provided detailed steps to reproduce them.

[h2]Change List[/h2]

Changed:
- The Inflatable Dome and Rock Walls no longer deform the terrain, although grass cutting and plant removal remain
- Updated creature sounds for some creatures, such as the Crab Monster

Fixed:
- Build Goals no longer contribute to the actual repair cost for Repairable objects like the Buggy, Rover, and Hab 1+2

We hope these changes enhance your adventure, and we deeply appreciate your support and feedback. Our goal is to transition all updates from the Experimental Branch to the Main Branch soon.

Warm regards,
Fenix Fire

*Note - These changes are only on the Experimental Branch. To access the Experimental Branch, be sure to select it in your Steam Library. If this app does not appear, please check if this app is hidden in your Library. Experimental Branch changes typically upgrade to the primary branch monthly.



Greetings, Explorers!

Here's a minor update addressing a long-standing bug - the infamous Skill Tree lock-up. With your assistance in the forums, we were finally able to track down and squash this issue. A huge thanks to those who volunteered their time and effort to pinpoint this issue.

We also took a moment to enhance the post-processing effects for richer lighting, graphics, reflections, and ambient lighting.

[h2]Change List[/h2]

Changed:
- Minor change to Post Processing Effects for improved lighting and colors.

Fixed:
- Skill Tree Lock up.

Removed:
- Removed ability to "Learn" blueprints in right click menu as the Workstation now handles all Crytex and Blueprint learning.


Thanks, everyone, for your continued support. We appreciate all your feedback and hope you enjoy this update. If all goes well, we will be moving this to the Main branch very soon.

Warm regards,
Fenix Fire

*Note - These changes are only on the Experimental Branch. To access the Experimental Branch, be sure to select it in your Steam Library. If this app does not appear, please check if this app is hidden in your Library. Experimental Branch changes typically upgrade to the primary branch monthly.



Greetings, Explorers!

We're thrilled to announce the release of our latest update for Osiris New Dawn: Enhanced Expedition, now available on the Experimental Branch! This update represents a significant milestone for the game, focusing on refining and enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

[h2]What's New:[/h2]

Quality of Life Improvements: We've listened to your feedback and implemented numerous quality of life enhancements to make your exploration more seamless and enjoyable than ever before.

Bug Fixes Galore: We've squashed countless bugs to ensure a smoother and more stable gameplay experience. Your journey through Osiris New Dawn will be free from pesky interruptions and glitches.

Optimized Performance: Say goodbye to lag and stuttering! We've optimized the game's performance to provide smoother gameplay across all platforms.

Streamlined Mechanics: We've fine-tuned various game mechanics to make them more intuitive and user-friendly. Get ready for a more immersive and engaging adventure in the world of Osiris.

Completely Revamped Queen: We've taken the Queen boss creature to a whole new level in this update. Not only can she spawn hatching eggs full of Larvae, but can also roam the planet's surface!

Field Guide 2.0: Osiris New Dawn is a big game with a lot of features that are unique to this title. To aid in your adventure we’ve re-introduced the Field Guide and brought it into the current version, highlighting all the features and content in the game.

And More: This update is packed with additional tweaks, adjustments, and surprises to enhance your exploration experience. We can't wait for you to discover them all!

[h2]Important Note![/h2]
Although it's not absolutely necessary, we recommend starting a new avatar profile for playing the Single Player Story mode as there may be some out-of-sync data.

[h2]Change List[/h2]

Added:

1. Queen boss fight complete with larvae egg spanning and planet roaming
   
2. Field Guide full of helpful information so you can get the most out of the game
   
3. New server for better data stability
   
4. Map Markers are now saved in avatar persistence
   
5. Added support for weapon IK for remote players
   
6. Added support to play melee animations for remote players
   
7. Added subtitles to dialogue voice logs.
   
8. Added saving of multiplayer server info to Avatar at creation time
   
9. Added support to save more frequently in multiplayer
   
10. Added support to save nature on a separate interval
    
11. Added more Map Markers
    
12. Mines always show on map
    
13. Rocks now appear in radar
    
14. Added support to play audio from story and tutorials in the Mission Voice Log UI.
    
15. Set up Mission HUD to display in each of the UI menus for easier mission viewing while crafting.
    
16. Added all audio files for Voice Log UI
    
17. Added support to override played audio in Voice Log UI
    
18. Added support to load back into vehicle after saving in vehicle
    
19. Added ResourcePoolingManager system to reduce Resource.Load calls needed for spawning every item
    
20. Added space walk stabilize volumes for getting in and out of spaceship easier
    
21. Added wind blocking to spaceship
    
22. Added support for no friendly fire
    
23. Lots of work on Map Icons for allies
    
24. Added more info in rollover of map icons
    
25. Added build refund amount confirm box when dismantling
    
26. Added persistence to player buffs
    
27. Added support to force remote player into vehicle seats
    
28. Added support to make Build Goal from Wall Build menu
    
29. Added support to make sure passengers can't leave spaceship unless it's stopped
    
30. Added support to make sure structures can only be dismantled if there is no furniture or walls
    
31. Added support to make sure crates can only be dismantled if they are empty
    
32. Added support to make Build Goal from Wall Build menu
    
33. Added support for Allies to manage drones
    
34. Added screen spaced shadows
    
35. Added dynamic maps for dungeons
    
36. Added space parking to spaceship
    
37. Added spacewalk stabilization volumes for getting in and out of spaceship easier
    
38. Added wind blocking to spaceship
    

Changed:

1. Cleaned up Logging throughout project, uses DEBUG_ scripting defines now
   
2. Changed screen background to a darker color
   
3. Server name now shows more accurate info in Public mode
   
4. Reduced bloom amount for Lutari and Space
   
5. Increased amount of ambient light possible in a scene
   
6. Improved drone management UI in Map menu
   
7. Improved filtering of owned objects in map
   
8. First item in build section will now be autoselected
   
9. Improved loading progress numbers
   
10. Improved cloud capacity so that clouds occlude distant planets
    
11. Improved cloud shadows
    
12. Smoother load transitions in Main Menu
    
13. Improved player jumping and staying grounded
    
14. Improved vehicle collision
    
15. Improved Mech sounds and camera shake
    
16. Improved spacewalk physics and control
    
17. Updated quality settings to have a lower low value
    
18. Improved item highlighter visibility
    
19. Improved Mecha Crab movement
    
20. Adjustments to helmet sound mixer
    

Fixed:

1. Remote players now more consistently destroy themselves when they leave a world
   
2. Remote players now properly hide their first-person arms on remote clients
   
3. Cloud save icon now properly hides after saving
   
4. Last save time should now be correct
   
5. Fixed duplicate arms when viewing remote players while in first person.
   
6. Fixed last save time to update immediately after save so it displays properly on exit in singleplayer
   
7. Fixed Remote player IK when entering and exiting vehicles
   
8. Fixed Local player IK when entering a passenger seat
   
9. Fixed harvested plant transparency issue
   
10. Fixed extra arms in first person with some weapons
    
11. Fixed remote weapons in the wrong place on remote player
    
12. Fixed Player last save time
    
13. Fixed Player Last Save Time in the game window when leaving to the Main Menu
    
14. Fixed Gnat bite trigger
    
15. Fixes to minor multiplayer warning errors
    
16. Fixed chat for multiplayer
    
17. Fixes to minor multiplayer warning errors
    
18. Fixes server end-time display
    
19. Fixes Player last save time
    
20. Fixes to minor multiplayer warning errors
    
21. Fixed shadow and terrain text in Main Menu options
    
22. Fixed remote player seat positions for all vehicles
    
23. Fixed sorting on planet ring
    
24. Fixed sorting on Spaceship
    
25. Fixes to minor multiplayer warning errors
    
26. And many more small fixes to improve the overall experience
    

Removed:

1. Removed extra JSon for making clean builds
   
2. Removed wind sound from the main menu
   
3. Removed friendly fire from vehicles
   

Embark on an enhanced expedition today and navigate a new dawn in the vast universe of Osiris. Update your game now and prepare for an improved journey!

Happy exploring!

Warm regards,
Fenix Fire

Hello Explorers!

We have some exciting news to share regarding the upcoming update for Osiris: New Dawn. During our testing phase, we discovered that adding two key features would significantly enhance the gameplay experience and take the game to new heights. As a result, we've decided to extend the development timeline slightly to incorporate these additions. Our target for the full release is now the end of April 2024.

Here's a sneak peek at what's coming:

[h3]Field Guide[/h3]
We're introducing a comprehensive Field Guide accessible through the Discovery panel. This guide will cover a wide range of topics, including survival essentials, resource management, crafting techniques, vehicle operations, base building strategies, and much more. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer, the Field Guide will serve as your ultimate companion in navigating the vast world of Osiris: New Dawn.

Here’s the list of information slated for the new, in-game, Field Guide:


Survival:

• Information on all basic vitals, including the importance of temperature regulation.
  

Resources:

• How to use the map system to find the resources you need.
  
• Details about deep terrain drilling and persistent fruit yields in trees.
  

Weather:

• The importance of bracing for various weather conditions.
  
• Details like positioning your hut interior away from wind direction to guard from dust storms.
  

Salvaging:

• A robust system added late in development, explaining how to salvage found structures and vehicles for scrap or rebuild and own.
  

Crafting:

• Difference between manual crafting in non-powered crafting tables and automatic crafting queues in powered crafting tables.
  

Repairing and Recycling:

• Detail on how the durability system works, including the Mohs hardness scale when mining minerals.
  
• How to break down items into simpler ingredients for further survival strategy.
  

Upgrading:

• Detailing how to upgrade your utilities and vehicles to get the most out of what you already own.
  

Cooking:

• Details on how to cook to replenish your nutrition.
  

Storage:

• Information on managing inventory, stacking crates, storing liquids and gases, and quick assignment using the shift key.
  

Beds:

• Details on the sleep system, another late development addition.
  

Buffs:

• How to create medicines that boost your abilities temporarily.
  

Cryptex:

• How to decode and unlock found data disks to allow for more build options.
  

Temporary Base:

• Everything to know about creating a temporary base configuration.
  

Advanced Base:

• Detailed info about the Habitat system, pressurizing your base, and creating a fully functional, automated living quarters complete with power, water, air, temperature, and food production.
  

Power System:

• Everything about how the power system works and how to wire up your structures and resources, all of which is vital to your survival, another late development addition.
  

Custom Structures:

• Information about building custom structures and how to combine them with the habitat system.
  

Ground Vehicles:

• Details about the capabilities of each vehicle, how many passengers and inventory they can carry, and how to refuel their gas tanks.
  

SpaceShip:

• Instruction on landing, taking off, and flight controls, including how to park in low orbit and travel to nearby planets.
  

Space Station:

• Information on the vast late development addition of the space station and how it is vital to your long-term survival and deep space travel.
  

Space Walk:

• Controls and systems used for maneuvering in space with only your space suit.
  

Robots:

• Information on how to command and manage your robots for automation.
  

Planets:

• Details about each world and their atmosphere, temperatures, and terrain conditions.
  

Discoveries:

• The current discovery system of minerals, planets, and creatures but with more detail.
  

Player Stats:

• Information on how leveling up, skills tree, and stats work, allowing for permanent upgrades to your character.
  

[h3]Crab Queen Boss Rework[/h3]
With the transition to our new physically based AI system for creatures, we're taking the opportunity to revamp one of the game's most formidable adversaries: the Crab Queen. We'll be refining her movement patterns and combat mechanics to provide a more immersive and challenging encounter for players. Get ready to face off against this formidable foe like never before!

We're currently in the final stages of quality assurance testing, ensuring that these new additions meet our high standards of excellence. Your patience and support as we put the finishing touches on Osiris: New Dawn are greatly appreciated. Together, we're shaping the future of our beloved game.

Thank you for being a part of our community and sharing in this incredible journey with us.

Warm regards,
Fenix Fire

Hello Explorers!

After a brief hiatus to recharge our batteries, we dusted off the game and found a lot that could be much, much better. So for the past four months we've been quietly working on an update.

[h3]Server Stability Boost[/h3]
One of our top priorities was addressing the random hiccups in the servers that were causing disruptions to the read/write process. This was leading to issues like connectivity problems, missing save game data, and a slew of other errors. The solution? We've migrated to new servers in October 2023, and they've been running smoothly ever since.

[h3]Multiplayer Fine-Tuning[/h3]
Putting the spotlight on multiplayer, we've tackled any syncing peculiarities that might have been throwing a wrench into your adventures. Countless tweaks to RPCs and streaming data have been made to ensure a much improved multiplayer experience.

[h3]Gameplay Adjustments[/h3]
Taking a step back, we immersed ourselves in the gameplay experience, something that can be a challenge during the whirlwind of early access. Detailed lists were compiled, addressing every aspect that needed attention. Drones received a comprehensive pass, the Map system underwent a significant overhaul, and creatures are now in their fifth iteration. From sound effects to animations, and interface feel to visual effects, we've meticulously fine-tuned it all.

[h3]Spaceship Travel in Multiplayer[/h3]
For those exploring the cosmos in multiplayer, we've invested time in refining spaceship travel. While a brief load screen is inevitable for multiplayer networking reasons, we've rigorously tested transitions between worlds in both single and multiplayer modes.

We're in the final stages of wrapping up this update, which should be released shortly. We appreciate your continued support and patience as we work towards enhancing Osiris: New Dawn. Our goal is to provide a more polished and enjoyable experience for all players.

As always, thank you for being part of our community.

Warm regards,
The Fenix Fire Team