Occupy Mars: The Game News

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]Hey Martians![/h2][p]A few days ago, we released Patch 1.0.14 to the Public Testing Branch, featuring important updates to blueprints, the workbench, and circuit boards. To ensure everyone can benefit from these improvements over the weekend, we’ve decided to move this patch to the Live branch![/p][p]If your game doesn't update automatically, please run a "Verify integrity of game files" through your Steam game settings. You can find the full changelog in our previous devlog [/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]What we are working on now[/h2][p]We know there are still bugs, and we are working hard to fix them. Currently, we are concentrating on campaign bugs and the ongoing issues with the Rover ( It appears the bug primarily affects the Campaign Rover, which is slightly different from the one used in Freeplay. This explains why our previous fix only worked for some players). [/p][p]Note: We’ve seen reports of vehicles failing to move. Please make sure Spotty isn't stuck under your Mars Truck or Rover; a quick order change should get him out of the way and free your vehicle![/p][p][/p][h2]What’s next?[/h2][p]Our QA team has already been testing next version for several days. We’ll push it to the public_testing branch as soon as it passes our final checks. For more details on our plans, feel free to check out our previous devlog.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for your ongoing support. Keep your fingers crossed for us and have a great weekend![/p][p][/p][p]See you on Mars![/p][p]The Occupy Mars Team[/p][p]
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[p][/p][p]Hello Martians![/p][p]We’re back with another update! Patch 1.0.14 has just landed on the Public Testing Branch (public_testing in Steam’s properties of the game, Beta Tab). We’ve been pushing hard to get this one ready, and although it took a bit more time than usual, there it is.[/p][p][/p][h2]🚀 Quick Look Ahead[/h2][p]Before we dive into the details, here’s a snapshot of what’s coming: we are continuing our daily work on bug fixes while simultaneously developing the bigger 1.1 Update, which will focus heavily on the Campaign mode.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h2]🛠️ Changelog 1.0.14[/h2]

• [p]Fixed a bug preventing the repair of circuit boards on the Workbench.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the issue with locked Heavy Suit and Kilopower blueprints (it’s temporary solution until the Campaign Update is released)[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where quests wouldn't complete if a requirement was met before the quest was active.[/p]
• [p]Resolved an issue with loading the Motorcross bike onto the Truck's trunk.[/p]
• [p]Resolved a bug that caused players to get stuck inside the Heavy Rover’s interior.[/p]
• [p]Addressed several desynchronization issues regarding rocks and the Crusher in Co-op mode.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where some indoor devices were missing from the Fuse Box, making it impossible to turn them off.[/p]
• [p]Partially fixed an issue where Supply Drops would occasionally fail to fall.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a glitch in the Tutorial Panel.[/p]
• [p]Resolved several issues causing items to disappear from the player’s container.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where the scaffolding "ghost" (blueprint) could not be placed on the Launchpad in Co-op.[/p]
• [p]Resolved issues with teleporting and missing cutscenes in the Intro Base.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where the Elevator required multiple clicks to start moving.[/p]
• [p]Resolved an issue where the Corridor Elevator would stop working after saving and loading the game.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where the Rover’s Arm would suddenly stop functioning.[/p]
• [p]Resolved issues with the Rover Arm’s welding tool and its interaction with the Rover's container.[/p]
• [p]Fixed several general issues related to loading save files.[/p]
• [p]Improved Co-op stability by fixing another set of player synchronization issues.[/p]
• [p]Resolved an issue with the cursor getting stuck, which prevented players from clicking on UI elements.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug causing textures to disappear from the Spotty in several situations.[/p]
• [p]Resolved an issue where the Heavy Rover was unable to move after resetting.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a compatibility bug where PlayStation controllers stopped working after the last update at all. (known bug: gamepad can't be used in lobby)[/p]
• [p]Resolved an issue where players could start a reaction in the Chemlab without having enough storage space for the output products.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a blocker in the Intro Base where players could exit the ITS rocket before completing all necessary quests inside.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect descriptions for Chemistry Pendrives.[/p]
• [p]Resolved an issue where the Feedback Reporter didn’t confirm to the player that a bug report had been sent.[/p]
• [p]Fixed some issues with the rock grabbing and the incorrect color of the pointer.[/p]
• [p]Resolved audio glitches related to the Miners.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where Uranium Rods would disappear in Centrifuges after saving and loading the game.[/p]
• [p]Resolved some issues with "infinite sleep" loops occurring in Co-op mode.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]🗺️ Our Future Plans & What’s Next[/h2][p]Our commitment to Occupy Mars remains as strong as ever. Here is what we are currently focused on:[/p]

• [p]Ongoing Hotfixes: We are continuously monitoring your reports and releasing patches to improve the overall stability of the game.[/p]
• [p]Campaign Update 1.1.0: This will be a significant milestone focused primarily on Campaign fixes. Our goal is to resolve remaining quest-related issues while doing our absolute best to maintain compatibility with your existing save files.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]📢 Join the Discussion[/h2][p]We truly hope that these ongoing improvements are making your experience better and will be reflected in your reviews of the game. Your feedback is what drives us forward, so please keep it coming![/p]

• [p]Follow us on Social Media to stay up to date with all our projects and plans.[/p]
• [p]Join our Discord to chat directly with the developers and other colonists.[/p]

[p]Thank you for your incredible patience and for believing in our vision of the Red Planet.[/p][p]See you on Mars! [/p][p]The Occupy Mars Team[/p][p]
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[h3]Stability Update: Patch 1.0.12 on public_testing branch 🚀[/h3][p]Edit: this update was now switched live to default Steam branch.
[/p][p]Hello Martians![/p][p]We’ve been a bit quieter than usual over the last few days, but that’s only because our team has been working tirelessly behind the scenes. We took a short break from releasing smaller daily hotfixes to focus on deeper, more complex issues that required significant code changes and more testing. The result is this larger patch, which brings a substantial number of improvements to the game.[/p][p]For everyone interested in details, the whole list of fixes and improvements is at the bottom of this devlog. We also wanted you to read a few tips and information, which could be useful, especially if you are new to Mars. [/p][p]Remember to make a backup of your saves if you switch to public_testing branch.[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]A Quick Guide for Colonists: Knowledge is Power 🔴 We’ve noticed many reports and reviews regarding mechanics, that are explained within our built-in learning tools. We’ve even seen players change their Steam reviews after discovering where to find this information! [/p][p]Before you feel stuck, please check out these resources:[/p]

• [p]Video Tutorials: Accessible via the Escape Menu, or by pressing H, when a popup comes up. These include videos on how to handle core systems. They were designed by the people who know the game best to help you master the Martian environment.[/p]
• [p]Tablet Knowledge Tab: Your tablet contains a massive FAQ and Knowledge Base. From building details to survival tips, it’s the guide for any starting colonist.[/p]

[p]Important Gameplay Tips:[/p]

• [p]The Grid System: We’ve received reports about pumps or transformers not having inputs when placed on a steel grid/ramp. This is by design. The grid itself acts as the conduit, collecting and distributing resources from beneath. You don't need manual inputs for devices placed on the grid; production goes directly into the infrastructure. To transfer resources and energy outside the grid, you have to build pump splitter and transformer. We’ve added visual updates to the models of those devices to make this even clearer.[/p]

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• [p]Safe Cooking & Experimentation: You don’t start with a list of recipes, but don’t let that stop you! You won’t lose ingredients (like water, salt, or potatoes) during experimentation if the parameters or vegetables aren't mixed right. Simply add an ingredient and click "Start Cooking" to see potential recipes.[/p]
• [p]Organic Waste & Chemistry: To keep your Chem Lab running, remember that Composters and Trees are your best friends. Especially in the later stages, trees provide a massive amount of Organic Waste needed for advanced reactions. Remember also about resources, which can be obtained from Abandoned Outposts - those are great resources not only for building materials but everything else you need for survival on Red Planet[/p]
• [p]Kilopower&Heavy Suit Tablets not working: this is due to a problem with next campaign mission not triggering, the campaign missions will be fixed in the next updates. This is not a bug with tablets, this is caused by not yet fixed campaign bug[/p]
• [p]Chemlab - there’s no experience points for chemistry, every reaction is unlocked on the table, tablet only shows what’s unlocked.[/p]

[p]Occupy Mars is a complex game, and we know the learning curve is steep. We wanted you to have fun discovering your own path to survival, but remember: you have the necessary information in the Tutorial and Knowledge menus. Even Mark Watney was using the manuals while trying to stay alive on the red planet 🙂 [/p][p]We also encourage you to join our Discord server or the Steam Community. There are many veteran players there who are eager to share their tips and knowledge about surviving on Mars.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]We Are Listening We want to be clear: we are still hotfixing and we aren't stopping here. We hear your voices, we see your reports, and we’re gathering all the feedback you share on Discord, Steam, and social media.[/p][p]While we are unable to reply to every single message individually due to the massive volume of feedback, please know that nothing is ignored. Every report is documented and passed directly to the developers. We are working around the clock to bring Occupy Mars to the level of polish you deserve - and the state we envisioned for our 1.0 launch.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Changelog 1.0.12[/h3][p]⚠️ Critical and major Fixes[/p]

• [p]fixed issue with Rover folding after load[/p]
• [p]fixed issues with missing Rover after load[/p]
• [p]fixed few cases of freezed tablet[/p]
• [p]fixed few cases with broken saves[/p]
• [p]fixed some cases of blocked interactions when having full inventory[/p]
• [p]fixed Rover teleport issue in single player mode[/p]
• [p]fixed Rover destroying hangar[/p]
• [p]fixed issue with disappearing items when crate is open[/p]
• [p]fixed issue with driving Truck[/p]
• [p]fixed missing missions on UI issues[/p]
• [p]fixed issue with build lantern quest after load[/p]
• [p]fixed recognition of waste tanks on Chemlab[/p]
• [p]fixed issue with Rover's arm stopped working after load[/p]
• [p]fixed issue with invisible Rover's trailer in hangar screen after save/load[/p]
• [p]fixed end game screen[/p]

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• [p]fixed case with disappearing truck[/p]
• [p]fixed ATV mission blocker[/p]
• [p]fixed bug with player under terrain after processing food / cooking[/p]
• [p]fixed empty ui after decoding chemistry pendrive[/p]
• [p]fixed medium solar panel not completing mission to build solar panel[/p]
• [p]fixed Anti-meteor Missile Launcher not working on grid[/p]
• [p]fixed coffee in pepper seed magazine[/p]
• [p]fixed resetting quad causes player to fall under the terrain[/p]
• [p]fixed issue with ATV reset [/p]
• [p]deleted point tracker in chemistry tab[/p]
• [p]fixed main menu buttons disappeared after leaving coop game[/p]
• [p]fixed issues with water bottles on Chemlab[/p]
• [p]fixed wrong mission translation in french[/p]
• [p]fixed broken lightning after driving inside Olympus[/p]
• [p]fixed possibily to get out of training terrain and have no option to get back to base[/p]
• [p]fixed truck's flickering screen[/p]
• [p]fixed items from training area disappearance after load[/p]
• [p]fixed some cases with disappering food and magazines from machines[/p]
• [p]fixed desynchronization in sleeping animation lenght[/p]
• [p]fixed too long weather effect[/p]
• [p]blocked possibilty to load rocks on truck while quad is parked [/p]
• [p]Truck driving fixes[/p]
• [p]fixed antenna locked for 0 hours[/p]
• [p]fixed issues with loading batteries from socket[/p]
• [p]fixed powering ITS[/p]
• [p]fixed uranium centrifuge progress after load[/p]
• [p]fixed kilopower from destroyed introbase came back after load[/p]
• [p]fixed supply drop under the terrain[/p]
• [p]fixed quests with workshop devices and cables (broken if player built devices earlier)[/p]
• [p]fixed issue with rover crashing the game[/p]
• [p]solved problem with driving rover using remote controller[/p]
• [p]fixed problem with drone bugging the game in case of landing on a truck[/p]
• [p]Added dynamite (solid rocket fuel) as a product of ANFO reaction [/p]

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[/p][p]🛠️Fixes&Improvements[/p]

• [p]fixed problem with building battery pack expansion on grid after grinding[/p]
• [p]fixed lightpoles placing[/p]
• [p]fixed partially underground outpost and floating solar panels[/p]
• [p]fixed invisible terrain after load in dome[/p]
• [p]fixed missing standby panel in 3 in 1 tank[/p]
• [p]small translation fixes in: NL, FR, EN[/p]
• [p]fixed spacing in the text in Knowledge Base[/p][p][/p]

[p]✨ Features[/p]

• [p]added rubber to loot[/p]
• [p]increased amount of electricity from Large Solar Panel[/p]
• [p]increased visibility of tutorial popup for better accessibility[/p]
• [p]added dust effect on grid floors[/p]
• [p]added modified model of devices on grid (pipes/cables going from socket to grid)[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Keep your fingers crossed for us, and thank you for being such a supportive community. We’re in this for the long haul![/p][p]See you on Mars! [/p][p]The Occupy Mars Team[/p][p]
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[h2]Hello, Martians![/h2][h3]Update: Patch 1.0.7 is Live! 🚀[/h3][p]We’re not slowing down! Our team is consistently pushing out updates to ensure your Martian experience is as smooth as possible. We are fully committed to addressing your feedback and squashing the remaining bugs. Patch 1.0.7 is now live![/p][h3]What’s in this update (Changelog 1.0.7): [/h3]

• [p]fixed an issue where parts of Spotty (the robotic dog) could fall under the floor or remain stuck inside objects, preventing progress.[/p]
• [p]rocks processed in the Rock Crusher or gathered by the Miner will now yield chemistry-related elements.[/p]
• [p]fixed issues with connecting water and electricity in the Workshop mission.[/p]
• [p]fixed a bug that prevented players from completing  food source mission.[/p]
• [p]fixed a bug with the Truck mission[/p]
• [p]fixed some issues with Save Games not loading in both Single Player and Co-op modes.[/p]
• [p]implemented a partial fix for players getting stuck in container screens or various other UI menus.[/p]
• [p]the second stripe on the backpack now correctly displays the player's health level.[/p]
• [p]resolved a soft-lock occurring during the truck-related objectives.[/p]
• [p]resolved issues with overlapping dialogue lines during campaign sequences.[/p]
• [p]implemented some physics changes to theTruck to improve handling and stability.[/p]
• [p]fixed a critical bug where unloading resources from the Miner could lead to the destruction of the Rover.[/p]
• [p]resolved issues where the Rover’s trailer would become unresponsive or move only in one direction.[/p]
• [p]fixed "Merging Objects" UI issues where elements would overlap, making the interface hard to read.[/p]
• [p]improvements for Chemlab items, chemical elements, and substances resulting from reactions.[/p]

[h3]What’s coming in the next versions? [/h3][p]We are already shifting our focus toward the next milestones. Our primary goals include:[/p]

• [p]Campaign & QoL Improvements: More fixes for campaign progression and various Quality of Life enhancements based directly on your suggestions.[/p]
• [p]Bug Squashing: Continuous efforts to eliminate issues reported by the community.[/p]
• [p]Cooking Recipes: QoL changes[/p][p]Pro Tip: Remember, you don’t lose any vegetables or elements when experimenting at the Cooking Table. Feel free to experiment—it’s the only way to discover new recipes![/p]
• [p]Chemistry Tech Tree: Adjusting the order in which certain recipes appear to improve the progression flow.[/p]

[h3]The Road to Version 1.1.0 [/h3][p]Our plan is to release Version 1.10 as soon as possible. Keep your fingers crossed for us! The whole team is grinding to improve the game based on your invaluable feedback.[/p][p]Thank you for your incredible patience and for being the best community a dev team could ask for.[/p][p]See you on Mars! [/p][p]Occupy Mars Team[/p][p]
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[h2]Hello, Martians![/h2][p][/p][h3]Quick Update: Patch 1.0.5 is Live! 🚀[/h3][p]We’re keeping the momentum going! Our team is still pushing hard with daily hotfixes because we’re fully aware that there are still bugs to squash. Patch 1.0.5 is now live, focusing on stability, quest flow, and some much-needed rebalancing.[/p][h3]What’s in this update:[/h3]

• [p]Chemistry Rebalance (Chlorine): We’ve significantly increased Chlorine availability. It should now drop in larger quantities and can be found in Silicon and Aluminum rocks as well.[/p]
• [p]Vehicle Stability: We’ve implemented a fix for the Heavy Rover and Truck sinking into or falling through the terrain.[/p]
• [p]Spotty Parts: We’ve partially resolved the issue with missing parts for Spotty in case of save/load.
  Note: We’ll be further refining this in the next update to ensure it’s 100% solid.[/p]
• [p]Quest & UI Fixes: Fixed several cases of the problem with Truck’s location shifting unexpectedly during missions. We’ve also cleaned up several missing icons and small UI glitches.[/p][p]Note: the problems with target points may still occur, subsequent patches will fix next cases of this bug[/p]

• [p]Co-op Improvements: Addressed several desync issues and problems occurring during save loading in multiplayer sessions.[/p]

[h3]What’s coming in 1.0.6? [/h3][p]We know some of you are still experiencing issues with saving or loading specific game states. We are already testing Patch 1.0.6, which is dedicated to fixing these remaining save-related bugs.[/p][p]The plans for next builds include:[/p]

• [p]Crushers & Miners: Integrating the new mechanics to allow chemical element extraction directly from these machines.[/p]
• [p]Campaign Overhaul: A series of fixes for campaign quests that should resolve the majority of reported progression blockers.[/p]

[p]We're aiming to get 1.0.6 into your hands as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and for being such an incredible community![/p][p]See you on Mars! [/p][p]Occupy Mars Team[/p][p]
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