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[p]Update 61 includes a broad range of new bunker and builder features as well as improvements across the entire game. Below is a highlight of the more prominent changes.
[/p][h2]NEW BUILDING OPTIONS[/h2][p]Several new Bunker and Trench related content has been added. First, Tripod mounts can now be fitted inside bunkers, which increases these weapon's survivability and flexibility.

New garrison types have been added, with Artillery and Anti-Tank defensive options now being available from Tier 1 to 3, as well as the Observation Bunker, giving builders more low tier options.

[/p][p]New trench variants have also been added, which expand builders' choices when designing their Bunker-Trench systems. These include the new Trench Intersection piece, the new Trench Hard-Point and updated Trench Sandbags.
[/p][p][/p][p]On top of that, new Bunker Modifications are available, bringing further depth and gameplay options to Bunker building, such as the Artillery Shelter modification which increases bunker resistance to artillery bombardment and the Fire Prevention System, which automatically helps players put out fires.
[/p][p][/p][p]Together, we hope these changes and additions give builders the tools to push the limits of creativity and strategy like never before in Foxhole.

[/p][h2]BUNKER BREACHING[/h2][p]Bunkers pieces can now be individually breached, allowing infantry to storm inside and engage in close-quarters combat. Bunkers become breached when they drop below a health threshold called Breachable Health, determined in part by its Structural Integrity.
[/p][p][/p][h2]NEW LARGE STRUCTURE FOUNDATION[/h2][p]Large Structures are now built in Shippable parts at Facilities. which must be shipped and assembled by a Crane at a Large Structure Foundation. This allows Large Structures to be made stronger and more valuable, and they have received buffs as a result.

[/p][h2]NEW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT[/h2][p]The Construction Equipment is a new shippable built at the Small Assembly Station that automatically submits construction materials into nearby Build Sites. It facilitates large construction projects for smaller groups.

[/p][h2]UNDERGROUND FORTRESS[/h2][p]The Underground Fortress is a new Large Structure that serves as a strongpoint and can only be destroyed by explosives placed inside. It features an additional underground floor, which provides infantry with a safe spawn point protected from artillery.
[/p][p][/p][h2]OTHER FEATURES[/h2][p]A bunch of other Quality of Life and balancing changes have been introduced as well, summarized below. [/p][p][/p][p]Update 61 also focuses on improving the shooting experience, with the Server-side hit detection system being upgraded to include network lag reconciliation. This should reduce the amount of sudden ‘warping’ of players under extreme latency conditions.

[/p][h2]NAVAL UNIFORMS[/h2][p]New Uniforms have been added to both factions, intended to be used in the high-seas. These provide gameplay benefits to sailors fighting floods and leaks aboard Large Ships.
[/p][h2]COLONIAL HEAVY CANNON[/h2][p]
[/p][h2]WARDEN BUNKER BUSTER SCOUT TANK[/h2][p]
[/p][h2]WARDEN HE ROCKET ARMORED CARD [/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]There are many other features and bug fixes in this update, including the Power System Unification and Pipe Fluid mechanics overhaul. Read the full release notes for the details. [/p][p][/p][p]For a more comprehensive walkthrough of all the new features in Update 61, here are some community videos highlighting the update. [/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]
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[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Join us at Steam Next Fest for an opportunity to try Anvil Empires for the first time! We will be releasing a limited time Massive Battle Demo that gives you the chance to participate in a large scale siege battle alongside hundreds of other players. This demo will also serve as a stress test for our custom server technology, which is designed to support dense melee battles for up to 1000 players![/p][p][/p][p]Keep in mind that this demo is just a small sample of the full Anvil Empires experience. While the demo exists as a short playable event, the full game offers a massively multiplayer experience in a persistent online world.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]To participate, download the demo from the Anvil Empires Steam page. When you run the game, the main menu will indicate when the next test event will be happening (The test won't be running continuously but only during certain event timeslots throughout the week).[/p][p][/p][p]Remember that this is a limited time demo that will only be live for the duration of Steam Next Fest from June 9th to 16th.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

Update 60 includes a broad range of small features and improvements across the entire game. Below is a highlight of the more prominent changes.

[h2]FACILITIES[/h2]

Several new Facilities improvements have been made. First, a new Facility modification, the Heavy Munitions Foundry has been added, which is used to produce ammunition for tanks and heavy infantry weapons outside of logistics towns.



A new form of Map Posts have been added to help builders highlight public Facilities to other players in the world. They communicate what can be produced and what is stockpiled at a given Facility.



Besides that, many other tweaks to gameplay have been made to Facilities gameplay. Watch the devstream for details.

[h2]SQUAD OFFICERS[/h2]

A new Squad Officer rank has been added, allowing Squad Leaders to better manage their Squads. Officers are next in line for promotion to Leader if requested, if the Leader becomes AFK, or if the Leader goes offline.



[h2]OPTIMIZATION[/h2]

A large portion of development in this update was spent on optimizing both the server and client code for improved performance across the board. Some of those improvements are highlighted below.



[h2]OTHER FEATURES[/h2]

A bunch of other quality of life changes have been introduced as well, summarized below.





Two environmental set pieces have been added to the world. The first is in the form of a revamp of the Stlican Shelf region, which features a large ruined relic ship on the map.



The second is the Velian Temple, a new type of Garrisoned House featured in the southern part of the world.





[h2]DEPLOYABLE BANNERS[/h2]

New Banner items can be carried (as large items) and deployed on the battlefield. Each faction has a unique design.



[h2]COLONIAL FIELD MORTAR[/h2]



[h2]WARDEN ANTI-TANK RPG[/h2]




There many other features and bug fixes in this update. Read the full release notes for the details.


For a more comprehensive walkthrough of all the new features in Update 53, check out community veteran I Saw A Bear's video below.

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