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May's big Rust update adds new, rare workbench upgrades, if you can find them
The May update for the survival game Rust, titled 'Upgrade Hard, Raid Harder,' introduces nine rare workbench upgrades, new mortars, and an overhauled vending machine UI. Facepunch Studios also launched a Discord shop with a sale on DLC and is upgrading to Unity 6, which will end support for Windows 8 and Windows Server 2016.
No, Dune Awakening’s Polar Cap map isn’t coming with the Water Wars DLC, but here’s a lil teaser
Funcom has clarified that the Polar Cap map for Dune Awakening will not be included with the upcoming Water Wars DLC, as originally speculated by some players. The Polar Cap map has been delayed due to Funcom shifting development priorities to address endgame feedback and systems. The studio confirmed that Polar Cap will be a free update released later this year, introducing new survival mechanics, locations, and a standalone storyline.
Dune Awakening begins testing its 1.4 update and two new overland maps
Funcom has launched a public test build for Dune Awakening's 1.4 update, featuring two new overland maps, Wind Pass and Old Quarry Testing Station, along with the Water Wars cosmetic DLC. The update includes performance enhancements, bug fixes, and new missions, with further story content and maps planned for future releases.
Froggy Hates Snow – How a Love of Dome Keeper and Digging Created a Fresh Spin on Survival Games
Froggy Hates Snow is a new indie survival game where players control a frog digging through snow to escape. Solo developer Serhii Riabtsev was inspired by Dome Keeper and Frostpunk, aiming for a unique digging mechanic and a mix of serious and quirky elements. The game features 16 maps, 10 unlockable frogs, and over 60 tools and skills, with a demo available on Xbox Series X|S and the full game launching today.
Conan Exiles Enhanced is out now as free Unreal Engine 5 upgrade on Steam
Funcom has released a free Unreal Engine 5 upgrade for its survival game Conan Exiles on Steam, enhancing visuals, performance, and UI for existing owners. The update also allows for seamless travel between the base game's "The Exiled Lands" map and the "Isle of Siptah" expansion. While currently exclusive to Steam and PC, Funcom is evaluating future platform releases.
Conan Exiles Enhanced Released
Conan Exiles Enhanced, a free update utilizing Unreal Engine 5, is now available for the survival game. This graphical overhaul is currently released for PC players at no additional cost.
Conan Exiles Enhanced is out - a free upgrade for everyone with Steam Deck improvements
Funcom has released Conan Exiles Enhanced, a free upgrade for the survival game that utilizes Unreal Engine 5 for significantly improved visuals and performance. The update unifies The Exiled Lands and The Isle of Siptah into a single experience and offers strong Steam Deck performance, despite Valve's current 'Unplayable' rating due to anti-cheat.
Conan Exiles Enhanced out NOW!
Funcom and Inflexion Games have released Conan Exiles Enhanced, a massive free upgrade for all Steam owners that transitions the survival game to Unreal Engine 5. This update brings significantly improved visuals, enhanced performance targeting 60+ FPS on most PCs, and merges the Exiled Lands and Isle of Siptah maps into a single seamless experience. While currently PC-focused, future console and other platform releases are being evaluated.
Subnautica 2 Coming to Xbox Game Preview on May 14
Subnautica 2 will launch in Game Preview on May 14 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and ASUS ROG Ally, available day one with Xbox Game Pass. This sequel introduces optional co-operative multiplayer for the first time in the series, supporting cross-platform play. Unknown Worlds Entertainment has focused on optimizing the game for the Xbox ecosystem and controller input.
Subnautica 2's early access system requirements are on the punishing side
Subnautica 2's PC system requirements for early access have been revealed, with a minimum of 12GB of RAM needed to run at 1080p and 30fps on low settings. The game, developed by Unknown Worlds and published by Krafton, will launch into early access on May 14th and runs on Unreal Engine 5. Recommended specs include 16GB of RAM and an 8GB graphics card, with 32GB of RAM required for 4K high settings at 60fps.
Subnautica 2 dev confirms there's no gen AI "at all" in its survival sequel
Unknown Worlds has confirmed that Subnautica 2 will not use generative AI in its development, despite publisher Krafton's interest in AI-first technology. Creative Media Producer Scott MacDonald stated that the studio chose not to use these tools as they do not suit their pipeline or creative vision. This clarification comes as the game approaches its Early Access launch.
Windrose proves that survival games don't have to be difficult to be popular
Windrose offers a more accessible take on the survival genre, eschewing traditional difficulty for a relaxed gameplay loop. Unlike many survival games that focus on realism and harsh mechanics, Windrose provides numerous shortcuts and removes staple survival elements. This approach has proven popular, attracting players intimidated by hardcore offerings or burned out from PvP servers, demonstrating that a less challenging survival experience can be highly appealing.
LifeAfter's Latest Update Turns Survival Into a Sci-Fi Power Fantasy | HappyGamer
LifeAfter's latest update introduces significant changes, shifting the survival game towards a sci-fi power fantasy with a cyberpunk aesthetic. Key additions include the 'Lightning Double Blade' core development and drone optimization, which enhances combat capabilities and removes durability loss. The update also features a holiday bonus system that doubles daily actions for increased efficiency and brings back the popular honey collection mechanic.
Subnautica 2 early access launch date finally confirmed, and it's just weeks away
Subnautica 2 is set to launch in early access on May 14, 2026, following a period of legal disputes between publisher Krafton and developer Unknown Worlds. A new trailer showcases the sci-fi survival game's underwater exploration and threats. The article details the recent court ruling that ordered Krafton to reinstate Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill amidst allegations of misconduct.
Windrose devs show off their favorite Steam reviews as the hit pirate survival game crosses 1.5 million copies sold:…
The pirate survival game Windrose has sold over 1.5 million copies and is celebrating with a trailer showcasing positive Steam reviews. Developer Kraken Express highlighted player comments, including humorous anecdotes and references to popular culture like One Piece. The game has also received a patch addressing connectivity and crash issues.
"Co-op makes everything significantly more difficult" - How Subnautica 2's addition of multiplayer required ground-up rethinking of the survival classic
Unknown Worlds Entertainment's Anthony Gallegos and Scott MacDonald discuss the challenges and design decisions behind implementing four-player co-op in Subnautica 2. They explain how the addition of multiplayer required a ground-up rethinking of core mechanics to maintain the survival classic's spirit while offering new, shared terrifying experiences and addressing player quality-of-life requests like non-shared inventories.
Subnautica 2 devs say it's 'an exploration game first,' expanding on the first game's 'masterclass' in designing player-driven discovery
Developers at Unknown Worlds state that Subnautica 2 prioritizes exploration over its survival mechanics, aiming to recapture the player-driven discovery of the original game. New features like ocean currents and updated graphics with dynamic lighting are intended to create a fresh sense of danger and wonder in the alien underwater world.
ATMOSFAR launches in Early Access on May 20
The cooperative survival game ATMOSFAR is launching in Early Access for PC via Steam on May 20. The game features a "sky-high" setting and cooperative gameplay.
Subnautica 2 Release Times For PC And Xbox Series X|S Revealed
Subnautica 2 will launch in early access on May 14 for PC and Xbox Series X|S, with specific unlock times announced by developer Unknown Worlds. The highly anticipated survival game is currently the most-wishlisted on Steam. The article also touches on recent corporate drama involving Krafton and Unknown Worlds' founders.
Last Oasis brings Season 2 of its Chapter 6 update to the public test server
The survival MMO Last Oasis is testing Season 6 Chapter 2 on its public test server, focusing on bug fixes and adjustments. Key changes include reduced respawn timers for ores, adjustments to crafting XP, walker updates, and grappling rebalancing. A release timeline for the full update has not yet been provided.