Smalland: Survive the Wilds News

[p]Hi Smallfolk,[/p][p]A hotfix has just been deployed to address the bug introduced in our most recent patch where tamed pets not in your active party could become aggressive and damage your bases.[/p][p][/p][p]🛠 Fixes included in this hotfix:[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where tamed creatures not in a party could attack owner or other players unprovoked[/p]
• [p]Wings improvements:[/p]
  • [p]Initial glide direction now follows camera instead of velocity,[/p]
    • [p]All wings can now come to a near-halt by holding backwards,,[/p]
    • [p]Gliding descent move is now steeper and allows stamina recovery,,[/p]
    • [p]Icarus and Tyrant's wings have been made faster, while Simple Wings have been made slower,,[/p]
• [p]Fixed a soft lock on gamepad when entering the Armor Stand screen[/p]
• [p]WilloWisp no longer shows on helmets equipped on the Armor Stand[/p]
• [p]Fixed some button mapping issues[/p]
• [p]Fixed LB having no functionality on XB controller[/p]

[p][/p][p]We appreciate everyone who reported the issue and shared their experiences—it helped us track this down quickly.[/p][p]As always, if you continue to experience any unexpected behavior, please let us know in the forums or via our support channels.[/p][p]Thanks for your patience and support![/p][p]—The Smalland Team[/p]

[p]The latest update for Smalland: Survive the Wilds is here, bringing major improvements to how you build, battle, and soar across the Overlands! [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h2]🎨 New Customization Options [/h2][p]A not-so-small part of Smalland is giving players the tools they need to express themselves in their buildings and encampments. This update delivers a number of new ways to bring your world to life and show off your Smallfolk’s style. [/p]

• [p]Paint Brush Tool: Express yourself! Use the brand-new Paint Brush to add personality to your structures. [/p]

• [p]Building Paint: Some structures now support primary and secondary color layers, along with unique patterns to make your base stand out. [/p]

• [p]Windows: Add character and light to your builds with a brand-new window building part. [/p]
• [p]New Armor Stand interactable has been added[/p]

[h2]🐛 Creature Combat Rework [/h2][p]We’ve rebalanced and reimagined creature encounters: [/p]

• [p]New attack types added to various creatures [/p]

• [p]Health and damage values tuned for better pacing [/p]

• [p]Creatures now better respond to perfect blocks, with tighter timing and improved telegraphs for fairer fights [/p]
• [p]Light attacks can be cancelled by blocking or dodging[/p]
• [p]Tuned bows and guns[/p]

[h2]🪽 Wings Rework [/h2][p]Glide, dodge, and dive with greater control: [/p]

• [p]All wings have had their maneuverability refined [/p]

• [p]Select wings now include new abilities—making flight more than just a way to travel [/p]

[h2]Other Change[/h2]

• [p]Server browser improvements and fixes[/p]
• [p]Added vibration scale setting for controller[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where friends' servers couldn't be found [/p]
• [p]improved feedback when blocking/unblocking players[/p]

[p]Note: If you're being kicked when trying to play with someone you know, please make sure they haven't been accidentally added to your blocked players list[/p][p]Whether you're perfecting your base, testing your mettle against tougher foes, or soaring through the canopy with new flair, this update brings a little something for every adventurer. [/p][p]We can’t wait to see how you make use of these new tools—tag us in your builds and battles! [/p]

We’ve released a hotfix that addresses several key issues reported by the community. Thank you for your continued feedback and support as we improve the game!

Patch Notes:

• Servers should now appear in the console server browser without requiring crossplay to be enabled.
  
• Crossplay option is now available for user-created servers.
  
• Fixed an issue where some quests would not be marked as complete on existing characters.
  
• Fixed an occasional soft lock when exiting the companion inventory.
  
• Fixed a crash that could occur when pressing accept + delete in a session invite.
  
• Resolved several haptic feedback issues affecting certain controllers.
  
• Fixed issues related to honey crumble resource behavior.
  
• Various crash fixes
  

Today’s update brings one of your most-requested features to Smalland: Survive the Wilds—crossplay is here!

Whether you're playing on PC or console, you can now explore the world of Smalland together. Build, battle, and brave the wilds as a united tribe, no matter your platform.
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

This is a major step forward for Smalland’s multiplayer experience, and we're thrilled to make it easier than ever to play with your friends. Thank you for your continued feedback and support—it helps us improve the game every step of the way.

[h2]Additional Fixes [/h2]

• Repair Totem now triggers correctly when loading a savegame
  
• Fixed an issue where activating a compendium entry in the character menu could lead to a soft lock
  
• Fixed an issue causing the dialogue window to automatically close
  
• Companions will no longer follow you onto the balloon (they now teleport upon arrival)
  
• Fixed issue where companion resource harvesting dealt no damage
  
• Fixed Companion UI behavior stance not working properly for clients
  
• Fixed host occasionally receiving force feedback for the wrong character
  
• Disabled turrets now deactivate properly when loading a saved game
  
• Added more server parameters for dedicated servers
  
• Added new journal entries to track progression to the Forbidden Lands
  
• Fixed an issue where the stat panel would show the wrong resistance type for armor
  
• Player actions like attacking and sprinting will now also "uncrouch" the player
  
• Fixed an item stacking issue in the inventory
  
• Ammunition can now be stacked into the ammunition equipment slot
  
• Fixed an issue where occasionally only friends' servers would show in the server browser
  
• Minor bug fixes
  

We’ve just released a new hotfix addressing several issues reported by the community. Here’s what’s included:

• Fixed an issue with the Rufous quest not completing correctly
  
• Fixed session invites not working
  
• Revised pebbles cost
  
• Fixed inventory display issues on some creatures
  
• Fixed creatures occasionally failing to respond to dismount and attack commands when mounted on clients
  
• Increased the time loose items remain in the game world to 30 minutes
  
• Fixed a stabling issue while mounting
  
• Fixed a shelter bug when sleeping
  
• Mosquitos now also appear in the morning
  
• Fixed a bug where the revival item wasn’t consumed when used on a client
  
• Normal bees now drop honey crumble
  
• Other minor bug fixes and optimizations
  

Also, a note: we addressed an issue that was impacting private servers following last week's update. Private servers should now be functioning as expected.

Thank you for continuing to share your feedback and helping us improve Smalland!

If you experience any new issues, please let us know on the forums or in the official Discord.