Space Engineers 2
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Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 23: Epic Games Halloween Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals feature a variety of Halloween sales from major digital storefronts including the Epic Games Store, Steam, Green Man Gaming, GOG.com, and Fanatical. Discounts are available on numerous titles, with special bundles and free games also highlighted across platforms like Amazon Luna.
Steam Tests Achievement Sets for Separate Base-Game and DLC Progress
Valve is testing a new beta feature on Steam called Achievement Sets, which allows developers to group achievements into separate collections for base games and DLC. This system will also allow for archived achievements and a revised tracking page, with 17 games already supporting the feature.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 2: Steam Autumn Sale and friends
The annual Steam Autumn Sale has begun, offering discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and older titles. Several other digital storefronts like GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and Fanatical are also hosting their own autumn sales, providing various deals and free games.
Games Leaving PlayStation Plus in September May Include Popular RPG
Sony is expected to reveal the list of games leaving PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in September 2026. Predictions suggest titles like Persona 5 Tactica, which has been on the service for a year, may depart. The article anticipates Sony will update its 'Last Chance to Play' section by August 18.
Space Engineers’ free Prosperity update adds a dangerous new faction and Prototech rewards
Keen Software House has released the free Prosperity update for Space Engineers, introducing a new enemy faction called the Factorum and valuable Prototech rewards. The update also brings economy improvements, new blocks, and quality-of-life enhancements to the space sandbox game. An optional decorative DLC pack, the Prosperity Pack, is also available.
Space Engineers Prosperity Pack Released
The Prosperity Pack DLC for the sandbox engineering simulation game Space Engineers has been released on Steam. This new content offers players a chance to experience a luxurious lifestyle within the game.
Roadmaps and Plans
Space Engineers 2 has received an updated roadmap detailing future plans and development. The roadmap outlines the game's progression and upcoming features for players.
Evening Patches
Keen Software House has released a new update for Space Engineers 2, titled "Drive, Automate & Detonate." This patch, version VS2.3, is now live and available for players.
Space Engineers 2 Major Update VS2.3: Drive, Automate & Detonate is Live Now
Keen Software House has released a major update, VS2.3 "Drive, Automate & Detonate," for Space Engineers 2. This update introduces new features such as rovers, automation blocks like Event Controllers, Warheads, and improved Almagest System progression. It also includes performance enhancements and quality-of-life improvements, with the game currently available in playable Alpha on Steam.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Proton 11 Beta 5 released with more regression fixes
Valve has released Proton 11 Beta 5, focusing on regression fixes and improving compatibility for various games on Linux. This update addresses controller input issues, performance problems, and ensures games like BattleBit Remastered and Assassin's Creed Shadows are playable. The release also includes updates to underlying components like vkd3d-proton and dxvk.
Space Engineers 2: Massive overhaul adds NPC hubs, new contracts, and Services Terminal
Keen Software House has released the Economy 2 update for Space Engineers, marking the game's largest economic overhaul. This free update introduces NPC hubs with animated characters, a new Services Terminal for grid storage and redeployment, and paid repair/salvage options. Trading and contracts have been revamped with a unified interface and new mission types, aiming to make the sandbox feel more alive and rewarding.
Space Engineers Gets Economical
The Economy 2 Pack DLC is now available for the sandbox engineering game Space Engineers, adding new cosmetic blocks. The pack is available for PC players on Steam and for console versions.
Space Engineers: Economy 2 Update & Pack Live Now!
Keen Software House has released the Economy 2 update for Space Engineers, introducing significant changes to the game's economy. This free update overhauls NPC trade stations, adds a Services Terminal for grid storage and repair, and expands contracts and factions. An optional Economy 2 Pack is also available, offering additional decorative blocks.
Proton Experimental and Proton 11 Beta updated to fix issues with the EA App
Valve has released updates for Proton Experimental and Proton 11 Beta, primarily to address issues with the EA App on Linux and SteamOS. The updates include a new version of Xalia, which should resolve lockups when interacting with the EA App. Numerous other game-specific fixes and improvements are also detailed, covering a wide range of titles and functionalities.
Proton Experimental upgraded to Proton 11 for better Linux gaming compatibility
Valve has updated Proton Experimental to align with the latest stable Proton 11 release, enhancing compatibility for Windows games on Linux and SteamOS. This update includes fixes for various regressions and adds support for numerous previously unplayable titles, alongside improvements to graphics, audio, and controller functionality.
Proton 11 Beta arrives to bring enhanced gaming compatibility to Linux / SteamOS
Valve has released Proton 11 Beta, an update to their compatibility layer for running Windows games on Linux and SteamOS. This version is based on Wine 11 and includes enhancements like NTSync for potential performance improvements, alongside an ARM64 build. The update brings numerous game-specific fixes and improvements, including better video playback, text-to-speech accessibility, and controller support for many titles.
Evening Patches
Several games have received new updates. Nightmare Frontier's 'Reap what you sow' update is now available. Space Engineers 2's 'VS2.2 - Mechanical Blocks & Weapons' is live, and Survivor Mercs has launched its '0.15 Final Drill' major update.
Space Engineers 2 Major Update VS2.2 - Mechanical Blocks & Weapons Now Available
Keen Software House has released Major Update VS2.2 for Space Engineers 2 Alpha, introducing new gameplay systems including mechanical blocks, weapons, and combat basics. The update also expands exploration with new celestial bodies and introduces economic features like trading and contracts. Space Engineers 2 remains in Early Access, with future updates planned to add wheels, NPCs, and cooperative multiplayer.