Hey Astro Colonists!\n\nThe build with more improvements is here! It is adding GAME MODES to the multiplayer and polishing the game even further with more QOL, fixes, and new graphics.\n\n

MULTIPLAYER GAME MODES

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Player HOST

\nIt is finally possible to select the desired gameplay mode when hosting the game.\n\n\nEvery player that joins the lobby can see \"mode\" on the right side!\n\n

Dedicated Server

\nIt is possible to configure a server to start any gameplay mode by enabling two flags in the ServerSettings.ini:\n

• FreeConstruction=True\n
• Sandbox=True\n

\nDOC: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11sC1F2HdSymO44Hklg3nfrO5D66YIs7rEUrGV1GjpDM \n\n

Loading savegame

\n\nFrom now on every savegame contains its gameplay mode. When selected to host a savegame, it will automatically continue the playthrough with compatible mode.\n\n

STEAM AUTOMATION FEST

\n\nThe game is currently participating in the big festival on STEAM.\n\nPlease tell your friends, and don\'t forget to grab the game since it has a 50% discount!\n\nhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1614550/Astro_Colony/\n\n

FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS

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• multiplayer is now supporting MODES (construction, sandbox). You can select it in the multiplayer menu or start dedicated servers with params: FreeConstruction=True, Sandbox=True\n
• menus got more improvements and final touches; buttons, dropdowns, tiles, and slots got a new look.\n
• spacecraft no longer is showing thrusters when not possessed by player\n
• scanned markers for quartz/stone/ice is now saved\n
• fixed asteroid catcher consuming electricity when idle\n
• fixed glitch with negative resource vein number\n
• fixed gas 3d visuals to not overlap\n
• logic signals have a new icon that is not similar to Wifi wireless signal\n
• fixed oxygen barrier floor glitch\n
• fixed vehicles marker position when moving station

\n\nIt was a very busy week, so I hope you will like the changes.\nPlease let me know if you encounter any issues on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/EFzAA3w\n\nAnd if you havent done so yet, go to the Steam page and leave a review. Even a quick Beep Beep! of a bot helps keep the game alive!\n\nThanks guys so much for your support!\nTefel (Terad Games)

[ 2025-07-14 22:07:04 CET ] [Original Post]