Hello Galactic Survivalists!

The year has flown by again and Christmas is just around the corner. We have put together a small gift package in the last few weeks, which we are giving to you as a test version in the Experimental Update 1.12!

Not only can you try out a completely new five-part campaign for your avatar's home faction, the UCH, but this faction also gets a completely new series of NPC models that will from now on represent the ‘people of the Milky Way’ in the game! In addition, we have included the first version of a racing event. You can find the ‘HeKaTon Cup’ by visiting the Arkenian Republic's home world. Just stop by the Hurrz Hoverbikes Store on Arkenia Prime or fly directly to the moon.

We are looking forward to your best times - and of course to seeing how you like the UCH campaign!

Of course, there are even more goodies. Starting with local energy barriers and energy sidewalks that can be activated in the tech tree, to a new planet type, a new drone bay model, over 90 new/revised POIs and more.

As always, you can find all the details of the update in the changelog below!

• Much of the new content is only available if you start a new savegame.
  
• Regarding the new NPC models, there is an important note for Builder/Scenario Managers at the bottom of the changelog.

The Experimental Version is expected to run until mid/late-January 2025. So you have plenty of time to test the new content extensively.

• For bugs in the EXP version:
  https://empyriononline.com/forums/bugs.34/
  
  
• For feedback on the content of the EXP version:
  https://empyriononline.com/forums/experimental-features-discussion.35/

We look forward to your feedback and hope you enjoy testing!

Yours,
Empyrion Dev Team

PS: With this Experimental release we will also fully wipe our Official Servers! Please check the changelog below for the related changes!

• New Energy Barriers (New Techtree Unlock; Stops bullets and lasers, but can be walked through, doesn't seal a structure)
  
• New Energy Walkways (New Techtree Unlock: Cannot shoot through, possible to walk on the walkway, doesn't seal a structure)
  
• Both blocks are controllable by the signals & circuits system to allow for configurations such as disabling & enabling them for when you want them on or off.

• New Drone bay model (replaces the old one)
  
• Added four new NPC Spawners (Thin) with offset positions (front, back, corner with either variant of looking “inward” and “outwards”)

• Added 5-chapter UCH faction mission ‘Operation Phoenix: New Terra’; Warp to the “Phoenix System” to start.
  
• Added HeKaTon Cup qualifying event; Warp to Arkenia System and visit the Howling Hurrz Hoverbikes Store in the new Arkenia Prime Capital city or fly directly to the Arkenia Prime Moon
  
• Added ‘helper chapters’ to the PDA (F1) faction groups (currently for UCH and Arkenian Republic related missions and events)
  
• Note: A new savegame is required for all elements described in section!

• Full set of new NPC models dedicated to represent the UCH soldiers and civilians
  
• Added new EClassConfig UCH NPCs with walking/guard/static behavior.
  
• Updated EGroupsConfig with new UCH npc groups
  
• Set up new home system PHOENIX for UCH
  
• Added new planet type (VolcanicPlateau) as UCH home planet 'New terra'
  
• Added new UCH POIs (thx to Stellar_Titan)
  
• Added new loot tables and variations for UCH npcs
  
• Note: A new savegame is required for all elements described in section!

• The new UCH-NPC models do not automatically replace old UCH models, as they have different configurations and technical settings. Furthermore, the new models are now considered the standard models used with the UCH faction.
  
• This means that if you base your EClassConfig on that of the standard scenario and/or use the now obsolete entities such as ‘UCHSoldierFemale2AssaultRifle’ in one of your POIs, they may no longer be spawned. Ideally, you would replace them with the new UCH models in the POI spawners.
  
• Alternatively, you could re-enable the outdated entity definition for the UCH in the EClassConfig (search for the line ‘OUTDATED / NO LONGER CANON for UCH!’ in the configuration file for more details). However, the latter only works for scenarios that use/want to use their own EClassconfig. Not for individual blueprints, e.g. in the workshop.

• Added 89 new and updated bases and vessels by sulusdacor, Don2k7, Stellar_Titan, Escarli, teakeycee, AkevaBanshee, Matcz, MAX, oojimaflip, vicomt
  
• New stock prefab: GEI Aquila & GEI MizoRei (by AkevaBanshee)
  
• Added missing RAV OPVs: Ursus Venator/Mater Ursi Gunship/Heavy Freighter (by Don2k7)
  
• Note: A new savegame is required for all elements described in section!

• Improved wood cutting ability & speed of Survival Tool and Chainsaw
  
• New Robot & Ripperdog barking dialogues (by sulusdacor)
  
• Changed: Reduces stepping/jumping height for most NPCs (Zirax, AlienCivlians, Human/Alien Soldiers) to reduce the event of them jumping on furniture or walls (please test),
  
• Swapped Survival Tool Drill mode with Defense mode (now the Drill is auto-selected when equipped)
  
• All consoles from the consoles deco group can now use a Dialogue setup
  
• Added new model for sleeping (and snoring!) zirax commander (EClassConfig)
  
• Added new device group ‘forcefield emitters’
  
• Changed: Energy Barriers, Energy Walkways, Shield Generators will now appear in the new forcefield-emitter group in control panel when autogrouped
  
• Added new BAI templates in EClassConfig: guards, mobile/static + combat/flee) + inline docu
  
• Removed unused galaxy config files from Default Mutiplayer scenario
  
• Added two new playfields "MoonDesertCanyon" & "BarrenTemperate", Adjusted SolarSystemConfigs for these playfields to spawn (BarrenTemperate only appears at star types F, A, B, O.)

• Added kill_teleport death effect (for use with story NPCs; check EClass Config > Admiral Yaden)
  
• WIP: Added localized ambient sound effects creating dynamic background conversation noise (currently only human sounds; sfx variants added to occupied tables with at least two seated people)
  
• Added /improved animation controllers for handling Gatling, Rocket and other weapons (Please check Comments in EClassConfig!) in relation to UCH weaponry
  
• Added animation controllers used for specific situations for STATIC UCH npc variants (discussing, chatting, console work; Note that each UCH entity type has a particular behavior especially for STATIC variants. )
  
• Reworked the SharedData for the "Default Random" & "Rise of the Dark Faction" scenarios so the folders are smaller in size to download when setup with the "SharedDataURL" feature.
  See here for our guide on how to setup & use the SharedDataURL feature for Local Co-op & MP on dedicated servers:
  https://gtm.you1.cn/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3330424692
  
• Extensive update to the Default Multiplayer scenario to be inline with Single Player. NOTE: requires a fresh Save Game
  
• Added several new terrain stamps (for e.g. MoonCanyonSnow)
  
• Activated the Christmas Event in the Invader vs Defender Scenario

• Removed label 'needs captain's key' when door was already unlocked
  
• Fix for marker vanishing when sitting on a bench in the destroyed starter vessel
  
• Opened the beach teleporter box
  
• Added key press info for task of harvesting plant protein & for closing drone view at backpack mission
  
• Increased despawn timer for backpack mission. The backpack now only spawns in when needed
  
• Further increased despawn times for some other important items
  
• Added fallback cores to tech caches

• Updated all configs with changes from the single player game
  
• Activated the Christmas Event 2024
  
• Replaced Celedo with a new planet (thanks to Escarli)
  
• Removed the tutorial data to reduce the download and waiting time before you can join the server
  
• Removed all asteroids from Atlon Sector and added them as regular deposits on Atlon and Mate. NOTE: due to the increase of deposits and the texture limitation some might have a default grey (iron) texture
  
• Removed all PvE Zones from Trading Stations except the one around the Galactic Trading Station in Cygnus System
  
• Disabled the Space Defense System and Base Attack System
  
• Disabled some missions due to griefing
  
• Moved Kantir closer so more can be reached by SV
  
• Removed the Explorer Token System (reward can be bought now on the GTS)

• Updated all configs with changes from the single player game
  
• Activated the Christmas Event 2024
  
• Reworked the galaxy layout. There are now between 2500 and 5000 stars
  
• Added invisible blocks to the Asteroids as test on the EU Server to see if they keep regenerating after being complete mined out
  
• Replaced Celedo with a new planet and added a new Demon Planet (thanks to Escarli)
  
• Removed the tutorial data to reduce the download and waiting time before you can join the server
  
• Added several new homeworlds or updated existing ones
  
• Removed the Explorer Token System (reward can be bought now on the GTS)

• Updated all configs with changes from the single player game
  
• Activated the Christmas Event 2024
  
• Reworked the Galaxy Layout to be similar to Single Player
  
• Added several new homeworlds or updated existing ones
  
• Removed the tutorial data to reduce the download and waiting time before you can join the server
  
• Removed the Explorer Token System (reward can be bought now on the GTS)

• Fix 01186: Placing blocks with symmetry replace blocks\devices from another side
  
• Fixed descriptions of all playfields
  
• Fixed Epic Gift dialogues in Invader vs Defender are blank and throw a error
  
• Fixed some weapon models that did not work for NPCs properly (eg. FlameThrower)

Hello Galactic Survivalists!

We have released a small patch just to sync the Steam & Epic build numbers on both platforms.
This update today is for Steam owners & the changes only affect the Epic version.

1. Epic version: Main menu could show Start DF button even if not owned
   
2. Epic version: The Epic client doesn't evaluate command line arguments

Hello Galactic Survivalists!

We have a small patch ready to help with some issues server owners found with EAH.
Please make sure to update both the Client & Dedicated server asap.
This update is for both Steam & Epic platforms.

• Fixed an exception that could occur when trying to join a dedicated server after exiting a single-player session.
  
• Fix Epic players with names with spaces truncated
  
• Fix PDA DevicePower PDA logic (Missing placement decals in RotDF scenario start SV in hangar)

This patch addresses an issue where some Epic players could not use EAH chat commands or access certain mod features.

Important note for mod developers: Previously, Epic player .ply IDs could occasionally exceed the Long data type's maximum range (9,223,372,036,854,775,807), requiring an Unsigned Long (18,446,744,073,709,551,615), referred to as “20 digits.” When a player had a 20-digit .ply file, EAH could not detect or process it, as EAH only supports Long IDs.

With this patch, Epic IDs will be recalculated to max. 19 digits at game startup (Client) or server startup (Server). This means that any 20-digit .ply files (and respective folders) will be automatically renamed to the new ID, retaining their content.

For server admins and mod developers: If your mod or server setup references specific 20-digit IDs (e.g., in adminconfig.yaml), you’ll need to update those entries with the new ID after the patch to ensure that players retain their existing bans, mutes, or permissions.

大家好！

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EMPYRION - GALACTIC SURVIVAL 和其他开发商的众多精彩作品一起。勇闯未知世界，追逐下一个天际线。

https://gtm.you1.cn/storesteam/news/group/33090091/view/4369139460261771009

活动会持续到10月28日。

• Fix: Exception when quickly restarting refreshing in server browser (Issue was only with the Epic version)
  
• We detected an issue with our server manager that affects the Epic version & the steam dedicated server.

Important: Steam users should update their dedicated server & Client as soon as the update appears for you in Steam Library > Downloads

Synced builds between platforms (steam & epic) for the client.

• Fixed: an exception in the server browser
  
• Fixed: Hourly re-authentication for Epic clients
  
• Fixed: Official Eleon servers not displayed as such in Epic clients

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2. Crossplay[//]
   
3. Custom Content Sharing[//]
   
4. Important info to share[//]

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• Added preparations for the games release to the EPIC game store on Thursdays Oct 10:
  
• The game will be updated synchronously on both platforms

• With the addition of our game on the Epic Store, we've introduced an in-game option in the server browser to link your Steam account to your Epic account for crossplay between Steam and Epic friends in Co-op/MP. Follow the pop-ups that appear when you open the server browser.
  
• If you do not wish to use this Account Linking option, simply select "No" when prompted.
  
• The “Link Account” button will appear from then on in your server browser should you change your mind in future.
  
• Note for Epic players: If you have a PC stats overlay enabled (such as MSI Afterburner + RivaTuner), it may prevent the User Agreement GUI from loading when the client starts for the first time, causing a loading screen loop. This also affects the GUI for linking Steam and Epic accounts & the Epic in-game social UI (shift+F3) from loading. Epic Store players should disable any overlays and restart the game to agree to the User Agreement.

• EPIC players will be able to join any steam dedicated server that is publicly visible
  
• Crossplay is available between Steam and Epic versions for Co-op mode once Steam and Epic accounts are linked.
  
• Epic players can invite their Steam friends to join their Co-op sessions, and Steam players can do the same with their Epic friends. Only players added to your friends list can see and join any Co-op games from the server browser's "Friends" tab. When a friend on either platform is hosting a Co-op session & you want to play together, check the server browser's "Friends" tab to find the Co-op server in the list.

• Where is the “Workshop” content for other platforms ? We are exploring options for this topic for an alternative to the Steam workshop that will work cross platform between Steam & Epic for players to share any custom made content (Blueprints, Custom Scenarios etc like we already do on the Steam workshop). When this is up & running we will make an announcement to say when it is going to be released & available for everyone to use. We don’t have an ETA just yet to give for this but will update as soon as we are ready.
  
• See here for a temporary workaround to be able to get workshop blueprints: https://empyriononline.com/threads/epic-store-release-and-custom-content.102562/
  
• Epic players will be able to join servers with custom scenarios being used.

• The SharedDataURL option for Co-op & MP (dedicated server hosts) makes downloading any SharedData folders from scenarios (Stock or Custom) much faster & it is highly recommended to use this method. Please see here for more info with our “SharedData to Cloud Setup” guide:
  https://gtm.you1.cn/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3330424692
  
• The Standalone dedi server is not available on EPIC but can be easily downloaded for free via steamCMD. See here under “SteamCMD” for instructions in our “Dedicated Server Setup” guide : https://gtm.you1.cn/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3321555415

Hello Galactic Survivalists!

First of all, we want to thank you very much for your feedback that reached us during the Experimental Phase of Update 1.11.8 through our various feedback channels.

As you may have already experienced in the testing phase or at least seen in the blogs, in addition to numerous bug fixes and the completion of the Dark Faction Scenario Story Campaign, the new "Freeze & Board" gameplay for the Dark Faction DLC expansion is another central focus of this update.

In brief: The Dark Faction has gained the ability to disable your capital and small vessels as well as hover vessels. If you are in a disabled capital vessel, a boarding crew will be teleported over to you. If you don't take them out, they can cause some serious damage to the interior of your ship!

How exactly this works is explained in the following video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWqdLVLUrC0

You can also find all the details in the corresponding feedback thread here:
https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-11-8-exp-dark-faction-dlc-disruptor-translocator-turrets.102503/

With the current update, you also get the revamped and expanded Dark Faction Story Campaign - fully playable in both solo and co-op modes, including two possible story endings!

In addition to this, the current update includes, among other things, a small hitpoint balancing, a new Pentaxid Tank model, and over 470 new and updated icons in the areas of Building Blocks, Wings, Windows, Railings, Farming, Plants, Ingots, Components, Medical, Food, Cooking, Trading & more.

As always, all the contents of the update can be found in detail below in the comprehensive changelog.

Please use the feedback forum for your feedback:
https://empyriononline.com/forums/faq-feedback.25/


Please use the bug report forum for bug and error reports:
https://empyriononline.com/forums/bugs.24/


We hope you have fun with the update as always and look forward to your feedback!
:)

• MP: Updated EAC
  
• Assigned new icons for Destroyed Blocks (Signal/Touch; Wood, Xeno), Epic Upgrade Kits, AlienSting & more
  
• Partial preview icon update ( ~470; eg. Building Blocks, Wings, Windows, Railings, Farming, Plants, Ingots, Components, Medical, Food, Cooking, Trading & more)
  
• New Pentaxid tank model
  
• Changed: Game client now checks server version and shows the version in red if not matching client's version, also disables Connect button in this case
  
• Hitpoint changes acc to a more unified ruleset around the following HP ranges:
  

  - Regular soldiers and troops 500
  - Elites & special 700-800
  - Civilians: 300
  - Damaged / infected: 400
  - Special HP ranges for larger entities (Golem, Hishkal), Talon, Kriel

• 00906: Players can take damage when in a cockpit & being fired on
  
• 01195: Dialogue Input Disables AI Permanently Until Reload MP
  
• 01030: Infinite loading screen after teleporting to a destination that was destroyed
  
• Fix: On server update of SharedDataURL no longer the player produced Blueprints and PDA log are deleted
  
• 01520: [MP/Co-op] PDA signals (*Signal) are not stored in Blueprints when used as Logic Circuit input signal
  
• Fixed an error on the dedicated server when "HeartBeat:" is enabled in the dedicated.yaml
  
• Fixed a crash that was triggering when approaching certain structures (player & POI’s)
  
• Fixed Pivot Point Polaris Scout Stock Prefab
  
• Fixed an issue with street lights despawning in Survival mode when placed.
  
• Fixed PL translations (default scenario; UI/Messages) being shifted to wrong original texts

https://eah.empyrion-homeworld.net/download/patch-notes-emp-admin-helper-full
• Increased Player Version
  
• Added SharedDataURL property

• Added Dark Faction Disruptor & Translocator turrets:

When a vessel gets hit by the beam:

1. The targeted vessel will be less and less mobile in a gradual way.
   
2. The UI immobilization bar will grow indicating the level of mobility. When full the targeted vehicle will be totally immobile.
   
3. When hit by the Freeze beam the UI Freeze Icon will blink indicating that the targeted vehicle is actually hit by the Freeze beam.
   
4. When the targeted vehicle escape the beam or the beam stops then the UI immobilization bar will diminish with time => recovery of mobility
   
5. When UI immobilization bar is full then the ship is totally frozen and the next frozen phase will start

When ship is totally frozen:

1. The ship will not be able to move anymore.
   
2. The ship will rotate to the horizontal plane (only for CV).
   
3. The UI Freeze icon will turn to red color (not blinking anymore).
   
4. A timer countdown will start with a duration of FreezeDuration second.
   
5. The UI Immobilization bar will change its color to red and become hence now the UI Freeze countdown bar. The UI Freeze countdown bar will start full and will decrease with time.
   
6. When the UI Freeze countdown bar is empty the targeted vehicle will be able to move fully at once (no progressive mobility recovery).
   
7. The translator Turret will fire at the stopped vessel as long as it has a line of sight to the player vessel & teleport some NPC's over. They will despawn after all of them get killed or their boarding timer runs down.

For DLC owners: A rework of the Dark Faction scenario has been done with the changes below into a full campaign with a proper mid and end game.
Your progression is reflected in the story to defeat the Dark Faction, which spreads throughout the universe at a slower pace now.
You prepare with different Simulations how to fight against the Dark Faction, gather enough Symelite resources and research the proper tech to beat it.
There are two different endings you can choose from that impact the whole universe.

• Updated Story with a full campaign: When you reach Aratos more missions are available from NPC’s at the UCH HQ.
  
• Updated Research HQ POI & dialogues
  
• Added Campaign Token reward for the HQ factions
  
• Updated Aratos playfield with new decorations
  
• Adjusted faction spreading speed to be slower by default in the Config
  
• Updated translations for Dark Faction DLC on supported languages (DE,FR,IT,ES,PTb,RU,CHS)

• [01329] Dark Field Nullifiers don't appear to work
  
• Fix random trigger PDA mission when entering area set to other players to spawn if they missed the start of the scenario
  
• Fix Auto Pillar Chapter trigger
  
• Fix Oxygen Leak in Research HQ
  
• Fixed a variety of issues with the translocator & disruptor turrets

Hello Galactic Survivalists!

Today we start the last phase of the current v1.11.8 Experimental Version. We plan to release next week on Tuesday the 10th September.

Please see the changelog below.

As always:
- Please post bugs and errors to this forum:
https://empyriononline.com/forums/bugs.34/

- Feedback on specific points, please post here in the pinned or new threads:
https://empyriononline.com/forums/experimental-features-discussion.35/

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• 01375: Repeated corruption of the playfield generates a new indestructible DF pillar

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• 01541: POIs & BP's are not rendering

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Previous change logs for v1.11.8:
https://gtm.you1.cn/games/383120/announcements/detail/4253173037914982503

https://gtm.you1.cn/games/383120/announcements/detail/4239662874042815013

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• Add more Manual Allow true to PDA chapters
  
• Better transformation of Queen on Uta
  
• Do not show generic PDA Completed Messages
  
• Arena Signal revert to *Signals again & Polish Arena spawner placement
  
• Polished end with Dr Obinski as End Boss
  
• Fix door not opening after queen kill on Uta
  
• Fix explosive did not destroy pillar on Uta
  
• Fix loca merge, Fix floating NPCs in COOP/MP in Fight Arena
  
• RotDF translations updated for PDA, Dialogues, Main Loca (supported languages)
  
• Updated Content: Polished end with Dr Obinski as End Boss

• 01537: Exception that triggered after playfield change with some morphed blocks appearing on structures
  
• 01529: DF Turrets in Co-op are extremely loud (Sound system issue)
  
• 01483: DF sword shield bar can appear always on HUD
  
• 01503: DF turrets beam do not hit the target and ends in the empty space
  
• 01304: While moving, CV device performance in a neutralized Alpha Field is not constant
  
• [MP/Co-op] Translocator & Disruptor beams were not visible
  
• Fix an issue with POI after it was respawned on terrain (terrain gaps appearing due to wrong position)
  
• Fixed unintentionally shifted language entries in polish main translation

• Default Random translations for Dialogues updated (supported languages)

• 01520: [MP/Co-op] PDA signals (*Signal) are not stored in Blueprints when used as Logic Circuit input signal
  
• Fix an error on the dedicated server when "HeartBeat:" is enabled in the dedicated.yaml