Operatives, Were thrilled to announce that the Vorax Demo is live again! This time, its bigger and betterfeaturing the entire game with only a slight difference between versions. In this Demo (Basic Version), youll experience everything the full game has to offer. The only limitation is that you can save only at checkpoints, while the Full Version allows you to save anytime. Apart from this, both versions are completely identical in gameplay, content, and experience. Why have we chosen this approach? Simply put, during our Early Access Journey we want as many people as possible to experience what Vorax is all about. We need feedbacklots of it. The feedback we received from our community has been instrumental in making the game better, and we want to build on that momentum. We believe that allowing everyone to fully explore Vorax will help us gather the insight we need to keep improving. While it might seem like a small difference, the ability to save anywhere at any time in the Full Version is truly a game changer. In the Basic Version, saving is restricted to checkpoints, adding a layer of tension and unpredictabilityevery decision, every encounter, every dark corridor means more because the stakes are always high. This restriction is by design; it enhances the survival experience, forcing players to be strategic and cautious. However, in the Full Version, the freedom to save anytime allows you to approach the challenges of Vorax differently. You can experiment more, take bigger risks, and immerse yourself in the story without the constant worry of finding the next save point. It also makes it more accessible to players who may not have the time for long play sessions, making it possible to dive in for just a few minutes, save, and return whenever they like. We think this is the right approach because it gives players a real taste of the survival horror tension in the demo, while showing that the Full Version offers a more personalized experience. If you enjoy the challenge and atmosphere of the Basic Version but want more control over your progress, the Full Version is the natural next step. By supporting us, you not only get that freedom, but also help us continue developing and improving Vorax to make it the ultimate survival horror experience. Plus, one of the greatest benefits is that since the Basic Version is exactly the Full Version with a single limitation, it will receive every patch and update simultaneously with the Full Version. This means that you get the same gameplay improvements, new features, and content expansions, making it a living, breathing game that evolves with each update. Your support genuinely fuels the future of the game, and we're confident this distinction will bring the best balance of challenge, accessibility, and ongoing content to our community. Your feedback is invaluable, so please dont hesitate to dive in, play, and let us know your thoughts. Now, onto the details of the latest patch! --- FULL Changelog - Patch 0.9.1.122

• New Features & Updates: [olist]
• Fullscreen Enabled: Fullscreen mode is now available for better immersion.
• Inventory UI Updates: Enhanced Inventory HUD, including the Top Menu Visibility.
• Checkpoint Saves: Added more checkpoint saves to allow for more manageable progress both in basic and full versions. [/olist]
• Audio Improvements: [olist]
• Building and Crafting Sounds: Added new sound calls for building, crafting, and double-click search.
• Search Backpack Sound: Added a dedicated "Search" Backpack audio cue.
• Throwing Audio: Implemented sound for throw actions.
• Movement and Inventory Sounds: Added initial movement and inventory item crafting sounds.
• Crafting Sounds Complete: Added additional sounds to crafting. Crafting audio is now complete, pending crafting queue sound.
• Intro Audio Fix: Fixed audio issues in the game intro sequence.
• Crawler Sewer Audio: Updated audio for Crawler enemies in sewers.
• Audio Checks Update: Added various sound calls after gameplay checks for better feedback.
• General Audio Update: Updated and refined audio across different gameplay elements. [/olist]
• Optimizations & Fixes: [olist]
• Skeletal Mesh Optimization: Further optimized skeletal meshes for performance improvements.
• Explosive Bug Fix: Fixed an issue where explosives were not damaging nests.
• Excrescence Update: Updated visual elements related to excrescence materials.
• Spawner Adjustments: Added and adjusted several spawners across Zona 2 and the sewers.
• Skylight Trigger Fix: Fixed issues related to skylight triggers.
• Motion Blur & FPS Counter Fix: Fixed issues with motion blur and FPS counter for a smoother experience.
• Fix for Lobster Enemy: Resolved issues where Lobster enemies wouldnt attack when invisible.
• Fuel Time Update: Adjusted fuel timing for wood.
• Mouse Sensitivity Bug Fix: Fixed bug affecting mouse sensitivity.
• UI and Input Fixes: Resolved intro mouse bug, load game button issues, and equip notification problems.
• Throwable Equipment Fix: Fixed equipping of throwable items via inventory.
• Molotov and Canister Icons: Added new icons for Molotov and canister items.
• Blob Fix: Fixed an issue with Blob enemies.
• BPC_TimeEvent Refactor: Refactored BPC_TimeEvent for improved performance.
• Optimization in UDS: Optimized minute tick in UDS, now runs once per minute instead of once per frame. [/olist] These changes bring a mix of performance enhancements, bug fixes, and feature updates, focused on creating a smoother, more immersive experience for all players. As always, we encourage your feedback as we continue refining and improving Vorax. Mission Control out. The Vorax Development Team
  
  [ 2024-10-05 08:04:09 CET ] [ Original post ]

[section]Patch 0.9.1.92 - Performance Optimization and Demo Pre-Announcement[/section] Operatives, We're excited to bring you Build 0.9.1.92, a patch focused on major performance improvements and optimizations. This update will make your experience smoother, with significant refinements in key areas. Here are the details: --- Performance Optimizations: [olist]

Texture Improvements: We've also fixed most texture-related bugs, so you should no longer see any stretched biomass textures or other texture artifacts. [/olist]
--- Visual Updates: [olist]

Patch 0.9.1.77 - Major Update: Save Anytime + Nests Feature Operatives, Today, we are deploying a substantial update that includes two highly requested features. This patch introduces the ability to save anytime within the infected zone, alongside the addition of Nests, a new and deadly biomechanical threat. Below, we will detail both features and the improvements included in this major update. --- 1. Save Anytime Feature One of the most requested features from our operatives has been the ability to save the game at any point in the infected zone. As of this patch, this functionality has been implemented. - Players can now save their progress anytime and anywhere in the infected zone directly through the in-game menu, much like other open-world survival titles. - Beds still retain their unique function. While you can save at any location, saving at beds grants the additional option to sleep and fast forward time, providing a strategic advantage for managing day and night cycles. This update gives you greater flexibility in navigating the harsh, unpredictable environment, ensuring you can prepare for every threat, every encounter, and every surprise the island throws at you. ---
2. Introducing Nests: The Virus' Offspring A new, chilling addition to the infected zone is the appearance of Nestsbiomass structures that are not just alive but evolving. These Nests have a singular purpose: to clone living things, primarily humans, in a grotesque mimicry of life. Once the Nest senses your presence, it begins a rapid cloning process. Within less than a minute, it can produce a human clone to send against you, tirelessly replicating itself in an attempt to overwhelm you.
Origins of the Nests: The origin of these Nests remains largely unknown, though they appear to be a spontaneous offspring of Virus V. The Virus seems to have developed a capacity not just for infection but for generating living imitations, possibly driven by an evolutionary impulse to survive and spread. Some scientists theorize that the Virus is attempting to comprehend and replicate humanity, using these Nests to create primitive lifeforms that mimic human characteristics. The creatures produced by the Nests, called Cloned Walkers, are slow and possess only the most basic motor functions. The cloning process appears to provide them with rudimentary neurological impulsesenough to make them move, attack, and seek out living beings, but without any real intelligence or strategy. They are empty shells driven by primal instincts, making them dangerous in numbers, though individually they lack the speed and aggression of earlier-stage infected. --- Radical Gameplay Change with Nests and Walkers: Nests introduce a new dynamic in certain areas of the game. While the Cloned Walkers may not be a major threat on their own, their numbers and persistence can quickly overwhelm if you let your guard down. This adds a constant tension to the gameplaytheres no time for distractions when near a Nest. In contrast, while roaming the open fields, youll still encounter faster, more aggressive enemies like Hunters. These early-stage infected were once real human beings, now brain-damaged and intoxicated by Virus V. While theyve lost all sanity and are driven by an insatiable need for blood, they still retain some rudimentary intelligence from their former human selves. This makes them far more unpredictable and dangerous compared to the Cloned Walkers. The Hunters are fast, strategic, and remain a constant threat. --- Tactical Advice: - Nests are extremely resilient to conventional weaponry. Bullets and blades will only slow them down, not stop them. - However, they have a glaring weakness: fire. A well-placed Molotov or two will burn through the biomass, destroying the Nest before it can produce more clones. Be sure to keep incendiary weapons at the ready when exploring infected zones. --- AI Audio and Spatialization Improvements In this update, we've completely refactored the AI audio and spatialization systems. Enemies now react more accurately to the environment, allowing you to better assess their proximity and movements through improved audio cues. This overhaul adds a deeper layer of immersion, giving you clearer audio feedback in tense combat and stealth situations. ---

FULL Changelog - Patch 0.9.1.77

• New Features & Additions: [olist]
• Added Nest Spawn Effect.
• Added new Cloned Walker skins.
• Introduced Fuel Can with updated material and description.
• Added save anywhere button to the in-game menu.
• Added new enemy groups and explosives.
• Introduced new AI Spawners.
• Implemented Mutant Nest saving system.
• Added Molotov crafting resources and adjusted craft time (reduced to 5 seconds).
• New Nests placed in various areas, including Manor house and nearby barn , Villa Laboratory, and Stables.
• Added infected food and explosives around key areas.
• Added nighttime enemies to roam during the day.
• Adjusted spawn points for better enemy placement and removed overlapping spawns.
• Added more rock resources from spawners, updated ammunition count in supply crates.
• Updated tutorial shelter. [/olist]
• Major System Overhauls: [olist]
• Audio Refactor: Total refactor of audio systems in BP Master, including spatial audio, melee sounds, and overall sound improvements.
• Nests and Mutants: Major updates to Mutant Nests, including animations, sounds, and balancing. Nests now spawn enemies as they sense player presence.
• Weapon Mechanics: Tweaked dismemberment mechanics and impact distance for melee weapons.
• AI Perception Improvements: Adjusted AI perception for stealth; crouched players are now detected at half the normal distance.
• naked spawner and mutant nest mechanics.
• Removed Old Spawner Plugin, now using a custom spawner system for resources with significant fps improvement.
• Refactor of naked spawner in caves to improve functionality.
• Adjusted Mutant Nests, removed grids, and balanced resource availability. [/olist]
• Bug Fixes: [olist]
• Fixed issue with small backpack where the last inventory slot was not being filled.
• Resolved save menu blocking issue.
• Fixed disappearing bodies bug and footstep audio bug.
• Fixed particle explosion issues, including redirector particle fix.
• Fixed multiple collision errors in Zona 1, Villa, Farm, and Bulldozer.
• Resolved issue where the bulldozer and substation gate were not saved properly.
• Fixed issue with destroyed house objects not saving (#6974).
• Fixed issue where key items couldnt be dropped or consumed after use.
• Resolved issue with inventory stacking on equipping throwable and consumable items.
• Fixed issue where the Molotov and other items were not being consumed after use.
• Corrected the main menu image size and aspect ratio. [/olist]
• Visual & UI Updates: [olist]
• Updated particle effects for explosions.
• Updated Clone Walker textures and emissive materials.
• Improved landscape collision and object positioning in multiple areas.
• Enhanced foliage placement and material updates.
• Adjusted food infection radius for more dynamic gameplay.
• Updated rock hit effects and sound.
• Enhanced main menu visuals, fixing image size and aspect ratio.
• Fixed and updated explosive meshes for better realism and interaction.
• Fixed various landscape errors in Zona 01. [/olist]
• Gameplay Tweaks: [olist]
• Hunters: Improvements to Hunter distance attenuation and Cloth Hunter fixes.
• Mutants: Additional work on Mutant Nest behaviors and spawn balancing.
• Adjusted ammunition spawn rates and increased quantity in crates.
• Stealth System (Phase 1): Improved crouching detection mechanics for AI.
• Increased explosive item availability and balance adjustments.
• HLOD updates for Villa Laboratory and surrounding areas. [/olist] These updates bring significant improvements and refinements across multiple systems in Vorax, further enhancing gameplay, stability, and immersion. We continue to focus on improving the game's balance and performance as we move forward. Thank you for your continued support!

Patch 0.9.1.36 - Changelog

• New Enemies: Added new enemy groups that now roam the island.
• Mutated Population: Hunters, casuals, military, medics, and the general population now patrol both day and night.
• Explosives Update: Enhanced particle effects for explosions.
• Main Menu Fix: Corrected image size and aspect ratio in the main menu.
• Stealth Improvements: AI detection range halved when the player is crouching, improving stealth mechanics.
• Save System Fix: Resolved issues with saving.
• Weapon Tweaks: Adjusted dismemberment and impact distance. Melee weapons (e.g., axes) no longer behead enemies on the first hit, except in specific situations.
• Bug Fixes: Fixed issues with the bulldozer and substation gate.

• Added New main menu and in game menu butttons and background, changed all button styles.
• New clothes for night hunters
• Added bew explosives ( gas cylinders of various shapes and explosive power )
• Re- insert head bobbing and inver axis settings
• Fix HLOD in some uildings
• Fix AI respawn after save, now respawns only certain time after kill

• Fixed Load game crash
• Fixed crash back to main menu
• Improvemed in Map streaming settings ( Now FPS drops should heppen less frequently )
• Updated bush textures for some bushes
• Added Fire extinguishers and more gas containers across the map
• Removed weight from containers
• New audio cues for steps on concrete
• Foliage update on first zone

Operatives, The launch of Vorax was not exactly what we had hoped for because the game was marred by a number of game-breaking bugs. We heard your frustrations, and we share them. At the same time, we also heard your praisethe monstrous designs, the atmosphere, and the core gameplay resonated with many of you, even as you acknowledged the title was too rough around the edges. This motivated us a lot. Since then, we have been working relentlessly to address these issues. The past five weeks have been a marathon of development, bug fixing, and improvements. Weve taken little or no holidays, pushing ourselves to make "Vorax" the game we envisionedand the game you deserve. Today, were releasing Patch 0.9.1, which we believe will fix most, if not all, of the major game-breaking bugs and annoying issues that have plagued the experience so far.
Heres whats new in Patch 0.9.1:

CORE MODULES:

SAVE SYSTEM

• Save system new implementation (requires a new game start)
• Shelter save functionality is now working.
• Containers now correctly save items stored inside them.
• Sky and atmosphere states are now saved.
• Video and keymap input settings are now saved.
• World objects save functionality implemented.
• Interactable items now save every state.

HUD / GUI

• New helmet HUD design, similar to the 2022-2023 prototype.
• New GUI color aligned with HUD color, now using Military OrangeZ.
• Full HUD and GUI support for ultrawide screens and all resolutions.

GENERAL GAMEPLAY

• Containers (furniture) now have different storage capacities based on their size. Larger containers can store more items.
• New HLODs (Hierarchical Level of Detail) implemented and existing ones improved.
• All crafted objects can now be dropped in the world and picked up for reuse, including craftable barricades.
• Gas masks are now automatically equipped when picked up.
• Added a new secondary Blob Boss in the military camp, with a new shotgun as a reward.
• Removed placeholder bodies for dead NPCs; now, full ragdoll bodies are implemented, supporting effects and dismemberment.
• Re-implemented and tweaked throwable explosives: grenades, craftable bombs, dynamite, scrap bombs. These now deal more damage, dismember enemies, and have less bounce.
• Added several explosive objects like fire extinguishers, fuel cans, and gas containers. These objects now explode when shot, dealing damage to nearby entities.
• Removed several bottlenecks in animation montages, reduced some function calls in crucial game thread loops, now everything runs smoother on game thread.
• Added more interactive assets to the world.
• Added new audio lines for the character Raphael, the scientist.
• Fixed crafting issues with several objects, such as the explosive trap at the bench not yielding the final item.
• Fixed ultrawide screen issues in the cooking/crafting menu.
• Fixed several graphical bugs in the Infopoint zone.
• Fixed mesh issues with the medic-infected character model.
• Corrected the manor house location in documents found at the start of the game.
• Added physical impulse effects to all explosives and powerful weapons like shotguns.
• Improved particle effects, especially sparks.
• Enhanced audio samples and sound design.
• Improved muzzle effects on shotguns, with a focus on the double-barrel variant.
• Enhanced fall and explosive damage systems.
• Improved loot tables for all enemy types, ensuring that loot is more aligned with enemy traits.

SETTINGS OVERHAUL

• Video settings have been totally refactored.
• Keymap settings have been refactored (you can now change the inventory key ).
• Audio settings refactor is in progress but not fully completed in this patch.

Operatives, As we continue our commitment to improving "Vorax," we are pleased to inform you that Patch 0.9.1 is scheduled for release in just a few days, likely next Tuesday. However, for those eager to experience the latest changes, you can now preview most of the functionalities and improvements in the Beta branch ( info on how to access beta branch are here ). Save System Overhaul One of the primary focuses of this patch has been the complete overhaul of the save system. After carefully rewriting it from the ground up, we are very satisfied with the result. The new system builds upon the reliability and strength of the proprietary save framework we used during the prototype phase. Its been adapted for the current version and has been rigorously tested to ensure it is robust and dependable. HUD Enhancements We are also excited to share that the HUD has undergone significant improvements. The current version in the Beta branch is much more coherent and aligned with the original prototype design, which many of you praised. It now delivers a more consistent and immersive user experience, providing better clarity without sacrificing the games unique aesthetic. 4K Support & System Improvements This patch introduces full 4K support, alongside a myriad of tweaks and fixes across various systems. Key areas such as the inventory, user interface, AI behavior, and game objects have all been refined. Weve listened to your feedback and have taken great care to ensure these systems are smoother and more intuitive. Upcoming Settings Overhaul Though not yet present in the Beta branch, we are actively working on a complete overhaul of the settings menu. This will include a full keymap input system and expanded graphic and audio settings, offering players more control and customization options. While this feature wont be in the initial 0.9.1 release, you can expect it in the near future, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Commitment to Continuous Improvement We recognize that there is still much work to be done, and we are dedicated to providing consistent updates and fixes. The team has been working hard, around the clock, to address issues and incorporate your feedback. With each patch, we aim to make "Vorax" a more polished and enjoyable experience. For now, feel free to dive into the Beta branch to explore the new features and improvements. We will keep you updated as we move closer to the official release of Patch 0.9.1. Mission Control out. The Vorax Development Team

Operatives, As we reflect on the first week following the early access release of "Vorax," we want to extend our gratitude to those who have supported us. Your feedback and dedication have been invaluable, and we are committed to improving and evolving the game based on your input. Addressing the Feedback We understand that some aspects of "Vorax" did not meet all of your expectations. Heres how we plan to address your concerns: Bug Fixes and Stability Improvements Our top priority is to address the bugs and stability issues reported by players. We are working tirelessly to ensure a smoother and more reliable gaming experience. Gameplay Enhancements We are listening closely to your feedback regarding gameplay mechanics. Expect adjustments and improvements to make the survival horror experience more engaging and balanced. Content Updates Additional content is on the way, including new areas to explore, more enemies to face, and further weapons to utilize. Our goal is to keep the game fresh and exciting as we move forward. Upcoming Updates There are the new features we are working on, including: New HUD: We are redesigning the HUD to be more intuitive and user-friendly. This includes support for ultra-wide screens and the ability to resize the HUD and GUI elements for better customization. Additionally, we have revisited the look of the HUD, incorporating elements from the old prototype since many of you preferred its aesthetic. We will be attaching screenshots to give you a sneak peek.


Save System Overhaul: In the release version, we opted to use an engine plugin for the save system due to significant changes in modules, including world objects and inventory management, compared to last year's prototype. However, we discovered a serious bug in this plugin related to world streaming. To ensure a robust and reliable save experience, we have decided to remove the plugin and are now rewriting everything using our proprietary save system from the demo phase. This custom system, which we previously used in our prototype, is safer, stronger, and battle-tested over two years of development. We are adapting it to the new game elements to maintain a seamless and dependable experience. Commitment to Excellence Creating "Vorax" has been a labor of love and dedication. Our team is fully committed to refining the game and providing the best possible survival horror experience. Over the next couple of weeks, we will introduce these two significant updates, while continuing to fix bugs and release small patches and hotfixes daily or every couple of days. here are patch notes for the newly released 0.9.0.421:

• First implementation of "Loot All" button for stash and in general all containers you can find in the world. Clicking the button transfers everything in your inventory as long as you have space inside.
• Tweaked stamina exhaust rate and recovery speed for all melee weapons.
• Optimizations in sanctuary zone ( improved draw distance and HLODs )
• improved footsteps sounds
• Fixed some entrances and door frames where was not possible to build barricades previously
• Fixed bulldozer key description and fix on previously not pickable objects
• Update on AK collisions

Bugfixes & General improvements

General & local performance improvements

• resized world partition cells for smoother streaming
• Fixed draw distance values on several objects
• Several optimizations on several static objects at Manor House and sawmill locations
• More objects collapsed at start location
• More lods around manor house zone

Gameplay bugfix and improvements/h3]

• Complete rewrite of item saving , inventory saving and game events saving systems. (Some minor events are still not saved)
• Fixed game breaking bug with tactical visor on/off that locked any player action if pressed quickly in conjunction with melee weapopn attack or parry
• Fixed delay of loot spawn upon AI death
• Fixed delayed death sound in AI when dying
• Fixed collision bug that prevented entrance in several buildings
• Fixed collision bugs around biomass in picnic area

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• Performance improvenments around manor house
• fixed collision settings in pickable foliage
• now spider nest reacts to melee weapons
• now spider nest can be placed 24h
• now spider nest eye always look at player
• fixed tactical vision / axe parry led to lock in some occasions
• Updated spawn distance for crawlers AI

General Performance improvements

• improved overall shadow performances
• Removed shadows from some dynamic lights that weren't visible
• Lighter volumetric fog settings
• Fixed a bug in setting transition from "very High" to "Epic"

General Settings

• Added Invert mouse

• fixed spiderlobster bug that prevented player to remove spiderlobster from face while completing a puzzle or climbing ladder or being attacked by another spiderlobster
• improved hedbob fix
• rework on running with hatchet animation
• added signaling lights to electric cabin

Attention, Mercenaries, the moment you've been waiting for is here. Vorax is AVAILABLE NOW in Early access and is 10% off! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1874190/Vorax/ [previewyoutube=B8nhhzQQPH0;full][/previewyoutube] Early Access release marks an important milestone in a journey that has spanned over two years and half, filled with dedication and hard work. Creating Vorax has been a labor of love and commitment. We have faced numerous challenges and obstacles. We've had intense development cycles and had to overcome various technical issues or limitations. Not to mention a big reshuffle in the team that took place last year due to that we decided to rewrote all core game code from scratch. Throughout it all, our motivation has been to deliver a game that meets the high standards we set for ourselves and that our community expects. However this is only the first step.

Delay :

• headbob removal ( now it is disabled by default )
• multiple shotgun shells

Current Status and Future Plans:

Closing reminder:

Attention, Mercenaries:

Mission Briefing:

Operation School Rescue:

Operation Power Plant:

Operation Sanctuary:

Operation Olive Factory:

Operation Cemetery:

Operation BioLab:

Additional Objectives:

• New Weapons: Equip yourself with new armaments to enhance your survival capabilities.
• New Features and Improvements: Expect various enhancements and optimizations to improve gameplay and performance.
• New Locations: The map may expand over the mentioned areas of interest.
• New Secrets: Exploring and gathering intel will be rewarding for the dedicated mercenaries.
• New Crafting Options: Different locations will bring different possibilities to build and craft new offensive, defensive and supportive capabilities.

Closing reminder:

Dear Fiends, We're excited to announce that "Vorax" is just one week away from releasing in Early Access on July 18th. To celebrate this milestone, we released a new teaser trailer that encapsulates the essence of the game. [previewyoutube=lMSHbFGU1L4;full][/previewyoutube] The journey to this point has been one of relentless effort, passion and dedication. Over the past three years, our team has poured blood, sweat, and tears into finding the perfect balance between survival and horror mechanics. We hope we have succeeded, we will submit to your judgment and we will always try to improve during Early Access. Furthermore, from an artistic point of view we have always followed our vision and are immensely proud of the monster designs, and we sincerely hope that players enjoy all of these elements as much as we do.

Early Access and Beyond

Operatives, As we move into the final phase before the early access release of "Vorax," scheduled for July 18th, it is crucial to brief you on the latest developments and newly integrated content. This bulletin will cover enemy updates, new playable areas, and additional weapons. Among the new threats identified on the island are the Spitflowers, a particularly dangerous form of infected flora.
These plant-based adversaries are a grotesque hybrid of vegetal and human DNA. Though the exact origins of Spitflowers are shrouded in mystery, it is known that a scientist with a dark sense of humor was responsible for their creation. This scientist was infamous for his eerie laughter, and it seems his creations have inherited this trait, as they can sometimes be heard screaming and laughing in the night.
These abominations discharge toxic projectiles, posing a significant threat to anyone within their range. Engage with caution and neutralize them from a distance where possible. It is important to note that Spitflowers are not an isolated mutation; much of the island's flora has been similarly infected, creating an environment where even the vegetation is hostile. A new formidable enemy has also been identified: the Carapx Boss. This heavily armored behemoth requires tactical precision and specialized weaponry for engagement. Its resilient exterior makes it a high-priority target that should not be underestimated.
In terms of exploration, several new areas have been made accessible. The School, a strategic location equipped with a secret military vault, demands both combat readiness and investigative skills. The Electric Central, a critical infrastructure zone, is essential for restoring power to the island and enabling further exploration. The Olive Factory introduces complex machinery and processing equipment, offering opportunities for resource gathering and tactical engagements. Lastly, the Sanctuary, a historical site now compromised, provides strategic vantage points but is fraught with hidden threats.
Our arsenal has been significantly expanded to meet these new challenges. Sticky Bombs, designed for precision placement, are effective against heavily armored enemies and strategic targets. Organic Bait Traps lure and incapacitate mutants, providing versatile options for both offensive and defensive strategies. Additional weapons have been integrated to ensure tactical versatility; detailed operational manuals will be provided upon acquisition. This extensive content update will be part of the "Vorax" early access release on July 18th. Operatives are expected to familiarize themselves with the new threats, environments, and tools to maximize mission success.
Stay vigilant and prepared. Further instructions will follow as we approach the release date. Mission Control out. The Vorax Development Team

Developer Update Announcement:

Mission Briefing:

Operational Details:

• Release Date: The Early Access phase will commence in 4 weeks.
• New Features: This deployment will include many surprises, tweaks, and new features, some of which are already playable in the latest version.
• Engine Upgrade: We will be upgrading to Unreal Engine 5.4 in a few days to enhance performance and visuals.

Community Engagement:

Upcoming Operations:

• Content Expansion: The playable area at release will be 8 times bigger than the initial Demo version.
• New Additions: We are working on new monsters and a new boss, with significant updates coming over the next 4 weeks, including the Olive Factory boss and the School boss.
• Regular updates will be deployed until and throughout the Early Access phase based on your feedback. These updates will include new content, performance improvements, and bug fixes. Detailed patch notes will be provided with each update.

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The Steam Open World Survival Crafting Fest continues!

The Steam Open World Survival Crafting Fest is live!

• Improved Puzzle-like Inventory (stacks/sorting/fitting/compartiments/ equipment slots)
• improved Crafting (quality of life/accessibility/convenience/filters/sorting)
• Player character fully reworked (movement/interactions/animations)
• Weapons fully reworked (handling/animations/sounds)
• Larger map, with new locations and hidden secrets
• New enemy AI flora and new AI monsters like infected scientists in hazmat suits
• Cooking improved and expanded (more recipes/locations)
• Terminals added (in-universe interactable PCs serving various functions)
• Workbenches (Crafting Stations) improved and added in more locations
• Simplified loadout (primary, secondary, consumable, melee, throwable)
• New organic narrative story progression
• Major performance improvements and optimizations, better visuals, higher frame rate

• New weapon added: Sniper Rifle
• Weapon Attachment & Improvement System added
• Even more locations, tools & secrets

Mark your calendars: 18 July 2024 . This is the date when Vorax is set to reach 0.9.1 and officially be available for Early Access on Steam. If you haven't already, please add the game to your wishlist, it really helps us a lot. The Steam Open World Survival Crafting Fest is just a few days away. From Monday 27th May to Sunday 3rd of June, you may get a taste of that with the newest 0.9 version, the new, updated and improved Vorax introductory experience, freely available for everyone with the newest Demo. Here is just a sneak peek teaser. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1874190/Vorax?snr=1_2108_9__2107 And if you want to support our development even further, and a chance to get to play the full experience early, and get a Steam key (once the game is available here) at a better price, don't forget we have the game available on our IndieGala store page. [previewyoutube=p7X_meMDphM;full][/previewyoutube] If you haven't read our previous post, it covers most of the new additions and upcoming features. You may still read it here. If we initially heavily focused on the outdoors, let us now delve deep into the indoors. Spelunking into the caves and sewers.
The caves have not been neglected. They bring more secrets, rewards, but also more dangers. Lurking in unexpected spaces, new ranged enemies may ambush the player and heavily incapacitate or heavily wound him.
Constant vigilance is vital. Not only in the heavily infected caverns, but also in the underground sewers. Having a gas mask and filters is a necessity, but now more enemies are leaving their nest and may patrol the hallways.
The player should choose their strategy wisely. Since the ammo and resources are scarce, the risk of engaging is high, and the losses may be drastic, they should be ready to choose between a stealthy approach, a loud direct attack or, if there is no other alternative, a tactical retreat.
Something that we heavily focused on and continue to do so, is environmental storytelling. We want to try to give the island a story, an identity, to transmit to the player that in an organic way, and immerse him in the universe. To give everyone a uniquely player driven experience, focused on exploration, discovery and a natural progression, where it feels rewarding to simply wonder around and get lost. See you survivors in just a few days, and if you want to stay up to date with the horror (of development) and get exclusive early info on our progress, or just meet more passionate fans as yourself, you may want to join our Discord:

Hi everyone. With Update 0.9 we truly make a huge leap forward. I'm not exaggerating in saying that we have rewritten or heavily refactored 95% of the code base in the last three months. We are now truly satisfied from a performance point of view, as well as satisfied with the stability and extensibility of all the software modules . We are preparing for this early access adventure (which will start next July) with great confidence. Sure of being able to release frequent, substantial and stable updates. We have a lot prepared for you. From improved inventory and crafting, to larger map, to a more immersive narrative experience, without handholding, to new player and weapon models, new AI enemies, plenty of optimizations and improvements. Here is just a quick list:

• Inventory improved (stacks/sorting/fitting/compartiments/ equipment slots)
• Crafting improved (quality of life/accessibility/convenience)
• Player character fully reworked (movement/interactions/animations)
• Weapons fully reworked (handling/animations/sounds)
• An expanded map, with new locations and hidden secrets
• New enemy AI flora and new AI monsters like infected scientists
• Cooking improved and expanded (more recipes/locations)
• Terminals added (in-universe interactable PCs serving various functions)
• Workbenches (Crafting Stations) improved and added in more locations
• Loadout simplified (primary, secondary, consumable, melee, throwable)
• New story progression approach
• Major performance improvements and optimizations

• New weapon added: Sniper Rifle
• Weapon Attachment System added
• Weapon Improvement System added

Hi Mercenaries, Demo will be updated with the brand new enemy! we invited once again our closed-test friend Marco to showcase how to defeat the Blob of the Manor house and maybe try to escape through the sewers. During the live session Riccardo ( @rijkaard ) will reply to ALL your questions about Vorax, Indiegala and anything you like to ask ;-) They will streaming from GMT 4.00 PM to 10.00 PM Central European Time (CET) on Feb 10th. Hope you enjoy!

Play the Vorax 0.7 Update NOW

"Proceed with extreme caution".

The Q&A Game Dev Live Stream Started

Hi Mercenaries, we invited our closed-test friend Marco to showcase how to defeat the Blob of the Manor house and maybe try to escape through the sewers. During the live session Riccardo ( @rijkaard ) will reply to ALL your questons about Vorax, Indiegala and anything you like to ask ;-) They will streaming from GMT 8.30 PM to 11.30 PM at Feb 8th. Hope you enjoy!

Play the Vorax 0.7 Update NOW

"Proceed with extreme caution".

Play the Vorax 0.7 Update NOW

What's new in this update?

Here is a short changelog styled list brought to the game:

• AI Behavior Overhaul, totally redesigned.
• Human enemies Animation locomotion system totally redesigned with a new layer-base system.
• 3 New Enemy types: Dogmen (aggressive, defensive and passive )
• 2 New mini bosses Pockmarked Mutant and Naked mini boss,
• Barrels Boss ( not available in demo)
• Tame/recruit companion/ally feature added for some enemies like Dogmen
• Ragdoll logic, blood, bleeding and dismemberment visual effects totally refactored
• New base building crafting options
• Car/driving mechanics improved ( not available in demo)
• New weapons and resources.
• Map lighting, day/night/storm effects, UI, textures, and models improvements and remastering
• Adjusted and balanced several materials / ammo spawn locations
• NPC drops overhauled
• Fixed various clipping issues
• NPC pathfinding improvements
• New behavioral patterns added to NPCs
• Minor Audio improvements, additions and bug fixes, to, vehicle, gun and combat sound effects
• Fixed mission-related problems where sometimes essential objects werent handled correctly
• Enhanced appearance of several Hunters
• Added more roads and locations to drive to, together with road signs and landmarks
• Various other minor fixes and improvements
• Added more environmental storytelling & secrets to be discovered

Try the updated Demo today and share the news with your friends, we would greatly appreciate it and it will motivate us to work even harder and more passionate than ever.

Guns, guns & more guns

Weapon & Bullet Improvements include:

Weapon Recoil & Dynamics

Bullet Tracing & Impact System

Bullet Accuracy & Aiming

Weapons Highlighted Earlier in Order

Weapon Spotlight: AK-12 & AKM

Weapon Spotlight: Double Barrel Shotgun

Weapon Spotlight: Uzi

Weapon Spotlight: M9 and P226

Weapon Spotlight: Mossberg 500

More to come!

Cave Retrospective

The caves got more dangerous

More to come!

New AI Update Preview Video

The habits of wild dogs

Gameplay Improvements & Balancing

More to come!

The lost recordings of Dr. Sanchez.

The Barrels in Olive Factory

Evolved Dogmen Behavior

More to come!

Happy New Year Mercenaries!

A completely new implementation of artificial intelligence.

More to come!

Hi all! This is a small patch after our 0.6 release of 2 days ago. It fixes few isuess we discovered after tons of feedback from you guys!

• Fixed arachnorats Jitter on some machines
• Fixed graphic settings, now including sky and weather scalability
• Fixed broken mouse wheel change for in-game utility wheel when pressing tab
• fixed broken volumes in sewers and other areas

Steam Scream: The Revenge is here

Community highlight:

The nightmarish world of Vorax just got deadlier. The latest update introduces a spine-tingling addition: the Arachnorats! [previewyoutube=eUhYmYVCDCM;full][/previewyoutube] In a classified experiment at a mysterious biolab on the island, rats and spiders were spliced in a project ominously named "the ultimate coronavirus vector", but the hybridization project did not go as planned.
The situation took a horrifying turn when they came into contact with the insidious "V Virus". There were no survivors. Except for the "arachnorats".
Individually, a rat or a spider does not pose a major threat. In a group however these mutants are relentless predators that will tear flesh and bone apart, day or night. They are unaffected by sunlight and will swarm anyone and anything in sight, devouring them.
Vorax's latest update brings a slew of new features to the game: 1. New Enemies: Arachnorats take center stage, and they're not the only threat you'll face. Be prepared for swarms of these abominations ambushing you as you traverse the game's landscapes. 2. Expanded Gameplay: The update includes new locations to explore, both in the demo map and the full version of the game. Even in the demo, you'll get to see new things, with an expanded 1-square-kilometer map.
3. Fresh Items and Mechanics: Vorax is stepping up its game with an array of new items, mechanics, weapons, and tools that will test your survival skills.
If you're up for the challenge and ready to dive into a world where you're constantly ambushed by hordes of monsters and freaks, then the Vorax's Arachnorats Update is right for you. Major update details:

• New enemy types: introduced Arachnorats enemy groups in various locations.
• New interactable bushes types.
• Now most of the containers in the game (baskets, car dashboards or trunks, garbage bags, etc.) are searchable and drop loot.
• Now the glowing growths can be broken and drop biomass-like material that can be used for various purposes.
• Added Roadsigns and various road assets.
• Improved running animations of most weapons.
• New cheats console added, cleaner and easier.
• Added new quests, in particular Tech Guy Quest in sanctuary.
• Optimized world partition settings.
• Switched Unreal Engine Version: now is 5.2

Hello Everyone, Pleasee checkout patch note below. All the fixes and addons are present both in demo/openalpha version and in the Full version that you can get from Indiegala Website. Only difference in demo is that once you manage to exit sewers the demo ends. Bug Fixes - Fixed Flying assets for several objects in the map - Changed dialogue UI from "Press Interact" to "Press E" - Changed a BS in DT_PlayerAnimations that didn't cause uzi to aim - Shrine collisions fix - Removed rope from the crusher - Concurency settings for tech guy so he wont talk overhimself - adding tech guys VO to some anims - tweaks to music for panel gameplay - ElectricSubstationPanel setup - Hunters Specific Idle Positioning - Fix Spider and Worm UI in quicktime event - Fix ammo quantity bug on helmet UI New Features - Placed more cars - Added Car Markers - New electrical panel - Added Crosshair "under stress" effect - Added Stress for uzi weapon - voice overs for tech guy

Today's the final day you can play test the latest Open Alpha in person during Gamescom 2023, in Hall 10.1 at Stand B-093 . Feel free to check out the live stream with our mercenaries getting terrified...live! And feel free to watch the stream on the steam page. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1874190/Vorax/
Check out the photos with the booth on our social media.
Don't forget to try out the Open Alpha your self and wishlist on Steam. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1874190/Vorax/

HUGE Progress Update on our newest game

Updated Steam Demo & Open Alpha

Something HUGE for those who got Full Game Early

HUGE Progress Update #6

Updated Steam Demo & Open Alpha

Something HUGE for those who got Full Game Early

Progress Update #5

Deep Dark Dangerous Caverns

The UZI, a reliable submachine gun to get the job done

This weeks Community Highlight: (Shimazu-no-teppouhei)

Progress Update #4

Massive trees made out of meat?!

It's ALIVE...thanks to animation

This weeks Community Highlight: Menos Trece

Weekend Sunrise Motivation

Progress Update #3

Home Savory Home

Naked & Explosive Hunter Variations

This weeks Community Highlight: STAF_52

Barbie-themed Bonus

Progress Update #2

Getting bombed by the enemy

More details about the vehicles

This weeks Community Highlight: Square Table Gaming

Progress Update #1

Travel the open roads

A sneak peek at upcoming giant monster

Classified Footage Trailer

The naked truth is revealed

This weeks Community Highlight: Casual Wardog

Steam Development Update #18: New weapons and explosives

What to expect?

• New ranged weapons are coming to the Mediterranean Island. Helping you stay safe from a distance, you will be able to use them for your advantage.
• Soon, new traps will be available. Clever placement is key to survival. A well prepared escape route using these new tools can be the difference between life and death.
• Ranged weapons with explosive ammunition are the finally upcoming addition we want to share. You will be able to clear out swarms of infected by using new tools.

• Crafted axe
• Chainsaw + gas
• Crafted Bow and arrow + stone arrows
• Army knife
• Pistol (9 mm)
• Shotgun (12 gauge)
• Steel axe
• Hammer
• Crafted pickaxe
• Crafted hammer
• Crafted Sledgehammer
• Crafted saw

Some thrilling images of what to expect!

This weeks Community Highlight

Reddit post of the week

Facebook post of the week

Wishlist now!

New Infections and Caves

Things to be Expected?

Heres a sneak peek of whats to come!

Community Highlight

Exciting Twitter post of the week!

Thrilling Reddit post of the week!

New Vehicles

What is to expect?

Here are a few images of what to expect!

How will it impact the players?

How will it impact the game?

For this weeks highlights:

Community Highlight:

Reddit Highlight:

Facebook Highlight:

Depths of the New Map

The Impact on Players

The Impact on the Game

Here is a small treat wed like to share with our players

This Week's Community Highlight:

Newest Reddit post!

Vorax Giveaway Event

What youll need to do:

When will this take place?

Prizes:

RE4 Steam-key $20 Indie Gala gift card Vorax Steam-key Die Young Steam-key

New Roads Coming to Vorax

What to expect?

Here are a few compelling images of what to expect!

How will it affect our Mercenaries?

How will it impact the game?

For this weeks Community highlight:

Hi there survivors! Another update is on the way, and wed like to keep you guys on the ball with what is there to look out for in the near future.

Pre-order Availability

The price of the pre-order

Will you receive a steam key when pre-ordering the game?

Will the price differ if not pre-ordered?

Why should you pre-order the game?

About the FAQ

Where to find the FAQ

What to expect?

Community Highlight: The dogs can moonwalk???

Wishlist now:

St. Patrick's Day

Community Highlight: Fisk can't survive this...or can he?

Valentine's Day Cards

Academy Awards Oscars 2023

International Women's Day Giveaway

Wishlist now:

We are excited to announce that Blockstorm, the voxel first-person shooter game, our first passion project (but not our last), is now free to play on Steam, forever and for everyone! https://store.steampowered.com/app/263060/Blockstorm/

What's Blockstorm again?

Why go free to play?

Hello Mercenaries, We have another update to the current build we want to share, be on the lookout for some exciting news coming in the upcoming weeks regarding Vorax.

A Lesson of History: Bows & Arrows

Community Highlight: A Scary Night

What about the upcoming announcement?

Hello, Mercenaries, Thank you so much for heeding our call. We are in need of fresh soldiers to be dropped into the island to investigate strange anomalies coming from a strange patogen. Open Alpha will be available both Steam and on the IndieGala website/client. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1874190/Vorax/

What to Expect in the Open Alpha

To our beloved Mercenaries, We did not ghost you, we've been hard at work. Since tomorrow's St. Valentine's Day we wanted to show our love & dedication to our supporting Mercenaries. We added new features, various models, expanded areas and plenty of performance optimizations, as a result everyone will have an overall improved experience...but that's not all! For all the loyal and patient ones of you, look forward to a special weekend. The new round of Open Alpha is coming.

Burning fiery passion of a Molotov trap

Community Highlight: 4K Found Footage

What's coming this weekend?

Hello Mercenaries, We just brought a major update to the current build, and today we'll give you a small taste of what it contains and what is yet to come. We want to make sure everyone gets to enjoy the Vorax experience, that is why with the newest version (0.4) several tweaks and optimizations were made. Besides some bug fixes and quality of life updates, the overall experience is now improved! The game will run smoother on a wider array of hardware, including not only the high-end, but also the mid and low-end hardware.

Indomitable Tenacity

Explosive Tripwire Trap

Community Highlight: Silent but deadly

Is this all?

Hello Mercenaries, We are still hard at work but we did want to update you about a few things here and there. While we highlighted in the past the process of wood gathering and barricade building, and since we are still adding more potential constructions and contraptions for all survivors to craft and erect, there is one vital aspect that connects these.

Stockpile Management

Marksmanship & Accuracy

Community Highlight: Freaky Gameplay

Next Week?

Hello Mercenaries, I am Steven and I'm part of the Vorax development team. We'll be returning to your favorite safe house in an adrenaline filled montage and explore a bit the importance of focus in a short snippet.

Clearing the safe house

Distractions

Community Highlight: First Impressions

Wood you check this out?

Happy New Year, Mercenaries!

Dismemberment, Torches & New Locations

Hunting With Bow and Arrow, Cooking and Using Crafted Tools

Community Highlight: Gasps & Frights

Belated Happy Holidays From IndieGala

Happy Weekend, Mercenaries. Its been a big week for us, as we have added a few new features and mechanics to the game that expands Voraxs survival mechanics. This week's development log will cover some of the bigger additions such as cooking, campfires, and the addition of torches to help light your way. We will also give you a taste of tense action below.

Cooking, Campfires, and a New Light Source

Fight or flight against a pack of...

Community Highlight: An In-Depth Review

Whats coming in the near future?

Hey Mercenaries, First off, we wanted to say thank you to everyone that participated in our recent Open Alpha. We hope you enjoyed the new content and improvements that we made to Vorax, and are excited to share what else we have been working on in this weeks devlog vidoes.

Building Traps - A Survivor's Necessity

Securing Your Safe House

Community Highlight: Contagious Energy

Whats coming up next week?

Greetings Mercenaries, For this Fridays devlog, we wanted to show you our most recent YouTube video highlighting some of the exciting things the development team has been working on. While youre checking the video out, be sure to head over to IndieGala or Steam to play the new Vorax alpha 0.3, which is still available for a limited time

Bilial-Like Creatures Stalk the Night

Sergeant Elcado Needs Help

Community Highlight: Gameplay Versatility & Compatibility

What's next?

Vorax Open Alpha is now available

Video 1: Chainsaw - Woodcutting

Video 2: Close & Personal - Chainsaw Combat

Video 3: Circuits - "Let there be light"

Hi all, starting from this week we will give you regular updates on the Vorax development every friday. Below are our most recent YouTube videos that will give you an idea of where Vorax is in development.

Video 1: Ambush

Video 2: Defending The House

Video 3: Tunnel

Our Vision.

SuperTotalCarnage! out now on Steam Early Access

Slay never-ending legions of monsters while running in circles!

Fight Mythical Bosses!

Fully destructible game environments!

Use over 10 unique weapons ( more to come! ) and upgrade them all!

PMCW Intelligence Document No. 010178. Information in our possession is conflicting, but it seems that the infection has spread very quickly within a few days, perhaps even in a few hours. It seems that in the hours immediately following the outbreak of the infection, 43rd NATO airborne battalion was sent to the island but all contacts were lost after only 8 hours. PMCW considers this matter with the utmost importance. Objectives of team W1 are:

• Locate the biolab
• Take in vitro samples of the pathogen (codename: "Vorax")
• Liquidate surviving medical personnel (optionally) and any witnesses.