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Community showcase

[h3] Attention inmates! Here's a new batch of community-made content to make those summer days more (un)bearable! ->[/h3]



Someone made a dent in the NPC population.

Roach, is that you?

Modern architecture really needs to be put in check.

I don't even wanna know...

How that first weekend beer looks at me after finishing the Friday shift.

What true peace looks like.

Have to go to the eye doctor after looking at so many pink.

I don't even wanna know vol.2

Hope they have a discount for locals.

How gen Z wartime photos would look like
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You know the drill, onto the next segment ->

What better person to watch and learn how to take on abandoned bunkers than one of the winners of our first SCUM Survivor Showdown!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pt93r1_VMA8&ab_channel=Luthais

Next up, we have an entertaining compilation of adventures from your favourite SCUM couple.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0eAjejHhd8&ab_channel=Justourluckgaming

To top it off, here's Jatsie with a guide on how to tackle exhaustion with cooking.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApUpAdFvKj4&ab_channel=Jatsie

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Development Update #137

[h3] Attention inmates! Hope these heatwaves haven't kept you from enjoying the good things summer has to offer! Here's a quick look at what we've been up to over the past week -> [/h3]



As we've mentioned, summer is underway and there's a fair bit of people are on their well-deserved vacations, so bear with us as this dev update will be a bit on the leaner side with content.

  • The programming team has mainly been engaged with bugfixing and implementing the improvised motorcycle wheel into the game, making sure it is ready for our QA team to test it out.
  • Our levels designers are still caught up with bugfixing.
  • The animators are still at work on a new trailer and on new animations for the Faceroll Smasher and the Military Shovel.
  • The hard surface are team is hammering away on new weapon models, while the soft surface team is working on new clothes models and new NPC models.
  • The sound team is working on audio for the NPCs that will be appearing in the area around the Krško plant and is continuing their work on recording new footstep audio.
  • To top it off, our game designers are tweaking, as well as preparing all the captions and descriptions for the new items that will find their into the game.

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[h3]Onto the next segment, your impressions from last week:[/h3]



  • It is possible that we'll add something like that in one of the updates that will come into the game next year. Can't say anything for sure at the moment, but we'll see.




  • That is something that will be addressed with the inventory rework that will be implemented by the end of the year.




  • This is not set in stone. While the current setting will remain in place for now, it could be subject to change in the future. I know that's not the answer that you want to hear, but we'll keep our ear close to the ground with regards to this.




  • Melee rework is something that has been requested for quite some time now and will be one of the biggest additions to the game. While we can't say when specifically it might get into the game, we want to confirm that this is something that we'll definitely work on in the coming future and that we'll rework this feature.




  • Can you further explain how would a personal flotation device add to the overall experience? We'll be adding a dinghy eventually, but that can be sailed. With a PFD you can just...well...float. We're open to hear your idea on it.




  • We'll look into providing further tweaks to the encounter manager, which will find their way into the game by the end of the year. More info on that will be shared once we'll have something more solid.




  • It's fixed and will be implemented with the update that's coming into the game very soon!



That would be all for this week! See you in the next one and make sure to keep an eye on the following platforms:

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- Fratman

Community showcase

[h3] Attention inmates! It's the most wonderful time of the week! Here's a new batch of amusement and shenanigans - coming to you straight from the prison island! ->[/h3]



When my wife tells me that I'm on the toilet for too long.

Didn't know that cowboy love movie is getting a sequel.

People are usually putting their towels to secure their place on the beach. This is ridiculous.

Hope that trigger finger's not itchy.

That's one awesome tower! Props for this one!

Feeling sad I wasn't invited to this...

This selfie has a baroque quality to it.

Wonder how many got out alive from that bunker...

Wouldn't want to mess with her...

Pure cinema
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You know the drill, onto the next segment ->

First up, we have Gaming Central with a video on one of (in their opinion) the best locations for looting in the game. Telling you outright would be spoiling, so make sure to take a look!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEdcOIkZ6bA&ab_channel=GamingCentral

Next up we have Davo with a self-imposed challenge on acquiring a plane in a set amount of time. It could be helpful to some of you having trouble with getting a hold of a plane.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKuStEX5Mks&ab_channel=Davo

To top this segment off, we have Mr. Candy braving the B2 Airfield on his own. If you have developed a phobia for Sentries, watch at your own discretion!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbQDq1ekyKY&ab_channel=MrCandy

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Fratman

Development Update #136

[h3] Attention inmates! The gears keep turning and the hammers keep swinging and the team’s been busy stirring up plenty of new chaos. From mine-triggering mayhem to new symptoms, this week’s update is packed with progress. Let’s take a look-> [/h3]





Let's start with our code wizards, they continued work on cross-stream locking and onboarding UI improvements. A crash related to the dropship and foliage has been fixed, and there’s a new admin command related to hunts has been implemented. Another improvement this week includes contact shadow support for the character mesh manager, which should make prisoners look even better under dynamic lighting.

Development is also ongoing for a feature that’ll allow all consistent characters to trigger mines, so keep an eye (and a foot) out for that. Get your tea and mittens ready, there's good progress on new symptoms and conditions everything from the common cold and fevers to fevers and stuffed noses. This ties into the broader disease and condition system we teased before, and there’s still more to come. A logging system for NPC kills was added, and first-person aiming while using a bow is now functional. On top of that, a ton of bug fixing has been going on and some early research into an upcoming rework.



Our level designers continue to stay locked in on bug fixing, but they’re also implementing fake GI into building interiors to bring out more depth and atmosphere.



Lots of movement from the animation team this week. They’ve been focused on new item animations, particularly for the axe and shovel, and more updates to the flag pole animation set. They’re also laying the groundwork for upcoming features like bruises, burns, and bleeding effects. Work is ongoing on new interior lighting and as always, bug fixing continues in the background.

On the hard surface side of things, the team is keeping busy with a bunch of new gear. The military tomahawk is in progress, alongside a new improvised tomahawk, and an improvised wheel item is being worked on to help with faster repairs and most importantly mobilization.

The soft surface team is starting preparations for the next Twitch drop campaign, which is already shaping up to have some great loot.

The 2D team is handling a mix of things right now, from level design concept art to updates to the Journal and new UI features for pattern based painting.



The sound team has been making updates across the board. They’ve reworked camper door sounds, tweaked some UI audio elements, and continued recording barefoot footstep sounds.



The design team has been busy with ongoing content development. In addition to general bug fixing, they are also currently designing a new time-limited quest for an upcoming update.

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[h3]Onto the next segment, your impressions from last week:[/h3]




  • We’re aware of the boat-spawning issue and we do understand how it can cause frustrations when having to generally deal with an unstable connection and we are looking into possible solutions. One idea we’re exploring is adding items that would prevent drowning if you end up separated from your boat. While it’s not fixed yet, rest assured this is on our radar and we’ll keep you updated as we make progress.




  • Stat mechanics are working as intended to keep the gameplay challenging, characters aren’t meant to max out easily. But we are looking into ways to make this process feel less punishing, without breaking the core balance, like offering players more ways to raise their stats. In regards to drying clothes and other existing issues, we do have our sights on we’re aiming to tackle them as soon as resources allow. It’s always a balance between fixing existing issues and building new content, but improving player experience remains a top priority.




  • The upcoming NPC upgrades will significantly enhance their behavior and the players immersion in the world. Think smarter, more reactive enemies that add to the tension and atmosphere of the island. We’re still working out some the details and will share more concrete info as development progresses.




  • We do recognize that RCON is a great feature for server admins, but it’s not on our immediate roadmap, unfortunately. We do have more pressing development tasks that require our attention first. But fret not, we’re keeping track of the demand and we will revisit this in the future.




  • This magnifying glass zoom-in feature for the map would be a small touch, but it might could go a long way in terms of usability and immersion. It's one of those QoL additions that seems simple on the surface but adds real value to the experience. We’ll throw it into the idea pool and see how it fits into upcoming UI improvements, since we do also have plans of our own for the future.


That would be all for this week! See you in the next one and make sure to keep an eye on the following platforms:

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- Perito

Community showcase

[h3] Attention inmates! It seems your newly wrought freedoms are leading to some interesting developments. So, here's a showcase of what you've come up with lately—along with some bad puns as punishment, just so you don't forget that Tec-01 owns you. Let's get into it ->[/h3]



It's always important to bring the essentials to a biking trip, something to eat, lots of water and a Block 21 with crafted armour piercing bullets, of course.

Mack, waiting for my community showcases to become funny.

They really radiate positivity in this one

Poor guy, he looks like he just needs a vacation.

This guy's only crime is being good looking.

My boy's packing some serious meat over here.

Guys, this YMCAin't it.

There's something off about this, but I cant put my finger on it...

any second now....

People think I was barn stable, I say neigh.

Bro got his vacation, at last.

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You know the drill, onto the next segment ->


First up on our roster, SCUM TUTORIAL with a brutal raid defense. At times, it feels more like a war zone than anything else. Glory for spilling guts and no fame for the famished on this island!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QX2wP6pN7So


With the recently released server files, there's a lot of you out there who will take up roles of server owners and admins. That's why my boy AlexDerKoenich is here to save the day with extensive instructions on commands and Dev-commands. This is part of a multi work series by Alex, where he also explains quest creation, loot modification, setting up traders and more, so make sure to give it a look. Mahlzeit!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgQoqStRk9c


And this week's cherry on top is John_dominator with his awesome adventures on this "modded" SCUM server. Some complain the Brenner is too overpowered, so these guys decided to give him the ability to super jump. Amazing move. Proud of you. REDRUM THE GAMER also uploadied some footage of this server so if you're interested in more, go check it out.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jP9tmcMgkvo&t=363s

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Perito over and out

still waiting...