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Magma Biome Overview
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After our little trip to the acid biome, it is time to go even further. Today we will take a look at one of the most dangerous places you can find on Galatea 37. ‘Why would we want to go to an even more dangerous place than the previous one?’ you may ask. Well, the answer is simple - some of the resources required to construct the rift portal back home are only available there. Pack up some fireproof protective clothes because today we’re going to the magma biome.
As luck would have it, rich deposits of Titanium are only available in the areas of intense volcanic activity on Galatea 37. This biome bears many scars from countless eruptions. Lava-filled craters of various shapes and sizes pose an interesting challenge for Ashley and Mr. Riggs - how are they supposed to build up an outpost with all its infrastructure in such a constrained building space? That alone will require a lot of creativity, and we haven’t even tackled the most obvious problem yet - the heat.
As you would expect, being in close proximity to an active volcano makes the ambient temperature significantly higher than normal. Even the robust and well-tested Riftbreaker technology starts breaking down over time due to the heat. In order to build any structures, you will have to find a way to bring the temperature down a notch. Oddly enough, nature has found a way to sustain life even here, so perhaps you should look for inspiration in your surroundings?
Nothing is ever easy on Galatea 37. Even in this hellish biome, there are lots of creatures that will see you as a threat to their existence. We have shown you some of them before - Morirots and Hedroners are right at home here. Either try not to get under their skin too much, or mod your guns to utilize their weaknesses, otherwise your magma biome adventure might get tough. Luckily, not all creatures are hostile - just look at these cuties!
There is one more thing to mention. Volcanic activity in this region is quite unpredictable. This results in frequent eruptions of ash, magma, and debris. In the best-case scenario, your outpost will be drowned in thick volcanic ash, severely limiting vision and solar power collection. If you’re a bit less lucky, large chunks of volcanic debris will bombard your base and there is plenty of evidence of their power in the surrounding area. It also seems that some rocks spewed out of the volcano get strange magnetic properties. We will have to investigate that.
When you finally overcome all the problems we just mentioned, you will be rewarded with access to amazing mineral deposits, boosting your economy by a lot! Best of all - power shouldn’t be a big issue for you here, as you can put magma to work in your brand new Magma Power Plants. We promise - it’s all worth it. That’s enough info for now - if you want to know more, join our Discord at www.discord.gg/exorstudios and visit our streams (www.twitch.tv/exorstudios). More exclusive materials and inside knowledge await!
After our little trip to the acid biome, it is time to go even further. Today we will take a look at one of the most dangerous places you can find on Galatea 37. ‘Why would we want to go to an even more dangerous place than the previous one?’ you may ask. Well, the answer is simple - some of the resources required to construct the rift portal back home are only available there. Pack up some fireproof protective clothes because today we’re going to the magma biome.
As luck would have it, rich deposits of Titanium are only available in the areas of intense volcanic activity on Galatea 37. This biome bears many scars from countless eruptions. Lava-filled craters of various shapes and sizes pose an interesting challenge for Ashley and Mr. Riggs - how are they supposed to build up an outpost with all its infrastructure in such a constrained building space? That alone will require a lot of creativity, and we haven’t even tackled the most obvious problem yet - the heat.
As you would expect, being in close proximity to an active volcano makes the ambient temperature significantly higher than normal. Even the robust and well-tested Riftbreaker technology starts breaking down over time due to the heat. In order to build any structures, you will have to find a way to bring the temperature down a notch. Oddly enough, nature has found a way to sustain life even here, so perhaps you should look for inspiration in your surroundings?
Nothing is ever easy on Galatea 37. Even in this hellish biome, there are lots of creatures that will see you as a threat to their existence. We have shown you some of them before - Morirots and Hedroners are right at home here. Either try not to get under their skin too much, or mod your guns to utilize their weaknesses, otherwise your magma biome adventure might get tough. Luckily, not all creatures are hostile - just look at these cuties!
There is one more thing to mention. Volcanic activity in this region is quite unpredictable. This results in frequent eruptions of ash, magma, and debris. In the best-case scenario, your outpost will be drowned in thick volcanic ash, severely limiting vision and solar power collection. If you’re a bit less lucky, large chunks of volcanic debris will bombard your base and there is plenty of evidence of their power in the surrounding area. It also seems that some rocks spewed out of the volcano get strange magnetic properties. We will have to investigate that.
When you finally overcome all the problems we just mentioned, you will be rewarded with access to amazing mineral deposits, boosting your economy by a lot! Best of all - power shouldn’t be a big issue for you here, as you can put magma to work in your brand new Magma Power Plants. We promise - it’s all worth it. That’s enough info for now - if you want to know more, join our Discord at www.discord.gg/exorstudios and visit our streams (www.twitch.tv/exorstudios). More exclusive materials and inside knowledge await!
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Acid Biome Overview
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A couple of weeks ago we gave you a general overview of what the campaign mode in The Riftbreaker will look like. If you haven’t read that article, here’s a little summary. You begin your mission on Galatea 37 in the jungle biome. Over time, you will gain access to planetary missions taking place in different areas of the this brave new world There are significant differences between those areas. The fauna, flora, weather, and resources are unique for each biome. Exploration of those areas will grant you the resources necessary to advance your technology and come back home. It is high time we spoke a little bit more about the other biomes you will see in the game (which you might have already seen in our latest weapons trailer).
The acid biome looks like a barren wasteland at first, not capable of supporting any life and not worth exploring. In this case, the first impression is highly deceptive. Various species of animals, plants, and mushrooms have adapted very well to these conditions, but not in a way you would see elsewhere. Instead of regular trees, this area is going to greet you with menacing, 15-meters tall, leathery mushrooms swaying in the wind. You might see some regular grass or bushes, but it’s much more likely that you will encounter huge plots of small, red, bulbous mushrooms. There are also various species of cacti present, as there is very little water available.
In fact, you most likely won’t see any fresh water at all there. Most of the liquid pools you can find in the acid biome are filled with acidic sludge. We already know that you can turn it into usable resources, such as flammable gas or water by using proper facilities, so it is a good idea to have them researched before you establish an outpost in the acid biome. That will grant you the ability to use gas power, which you will definitely need to mine the rich palladium deposits, as both wind and solar energy work at reduced efficiency due to the thick, acidic atmosphere.
Naturally, establishing a new base here won’t be a simple task. First, you will need to scout the area to discover what kinds of threats and conditions you can expect here. The indigenous creatures, like Granans for example, won’t stay indifferent to your expansion on their territory and they will do whatever it takes to stop you. That, coupled with dangerous weather events, such as our beloved acid rain will guarantee that even a simple exploration mission is going to be exciting. We won’t share more for now, but there will be opportunities to see gameplay from the campaign mode, be on the lookout for that!
As you can see, biomes in The Riftbreaker are not just cosmetics. They fundamentally change the way the game is played. Some tactics that you employ in the jungle might translate well to the acid biome, while others will do you more harm than good. Learning the ropes will be a big part of the first campaign playthrough and we can’t wait to see your reactions to all the little surprises we left for you! If you want more inside info, join our Discord at www.discord.gg/exorstudios and watch our streams. Both these channels allow you to ask us direct questions, plus being active there might get you an Alpha key!
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A couple of weeks ago we gave you a general overview of what the campaign mode in The Riftbreaker will look like. If you haven’t read that article, here’s a little summary. You begin your mission on Galatea 37 in the jungle biome. Over time, you will gain access to planetary missions taking place in different areas of the this brave new world There are significant differences between those areas. The fauna, flora, weather, and resources are unique for each biome. Exploration of those areas will grant you the resources necessary to advance your technology and come back home. It is high time we spoke a little bit more about the other biomes you will see in the game (which you might have already seen in our latest weapons trailer).
The acid biome looks like a barren wasteland at first, not capable of supporting any life and not worth exploring. In this case, the first impression is highly deceptive. Various species of animals, plants, and mushrooms have adapted very well to these conditions, but not in a way you would see elsewhere. Instead of regular trees, this area is going to greet you with menacing, 15-meters tall, leathery mushrooms swaying in the wind. You might see some regular grass or bushes, but it’s much more likely that you will encounter huge plots of small, red, bulbous mushrooms. There are also various species of cacti present, as there is very little water available.
In fact, you most likely won’t see any fresh water at all there. Most of the liquid pools you can find in the acid biome are filled with acidic sludge. We already know that you can turn it into usable resources, such as flammable gas or water by using proper facilities, so it is a good idea to have them researched before you establish an outpost in the acid biome. That will grant you the ability to use gas power, which you will definitely need to mine the rich palladium deposits, as both wind and solar energy work at reduced efficiency due to the thick, acidic atmosphere.
Naturally, establishing a new base here won’t be a simple task. First, you will need to scout the area to discover what kinds of threats and conditions you can expect here. The indigenous creatures, like Granans for example, won’t stay indifferent to your expansion on their territory and they will do whatever it takes to stop you. That, coupled with dangerous weather events, such as our beloved acid rain will guarantee that even a simple exploration mission is going to be exciting. We won’t share more for now, but there will be opportunities to see gameplay from the campaign mode, be on the lookout for that!
As you can see, biomes in The Riftbreaker are not just cosmetics. They fundamentally change the way the game is played. Some tactics that you employ in the jungle might translate well to the acid biome, while others will do you more harm than good. Learning the ropes will be a big part of the first campaign playthrough and we can’t wait to see your reactions to all the little surprises we left for you! If you want more inside info, join our Discord at www.discord.gg/exorstudios and watch our streams. Both these channels allow you to ask us direct questions, plus being active there might get you an Alpha key!
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