Announcements Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:25:37 +0000 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:25:37 +0000 Empyrion – Galactic Survival - Community Forums https://empyriononline.com/forums/announcements.36/ Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:53:16 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-18-experimental-ii.103128/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-18-experimental-ii.103128/ invalid@example.com (Taelyn) Taelyn
Welcome to update 1.18!

This version has a focus on a major rework of the status effect system, aimed at reducing stress during combat by minimizing overlapping or identical effects (stacking), but also to improve readability and better clarity in many text areas within and around the PDA, missions and info given throughout the game. To fulfil that goal, we made several small and large updates to descriptive texts, clearer naming conventions, and a few updates...

v1.18 Experimental II]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:41:45 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-18-experimental-i.103124/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-18-experimental-i.103124/ invalid@example.com (Taelyn) Taelyn
Welcome to the experimental phase of the upcoming 1.18 update!

If you want to take a little break from the current heat, we recommend checking out the version released today, putting it through its paces, and sending us your feedback.

This first EXP phase focuses primarily on a major rework of the status effect system, aimed at reducing stress during combat by minimizing overlapping or identical effects (stacking). In addition, there are countless small and...

v1.18 Experimental I]]> Mon, 18 May 2026 21:47:59 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-17-experimental-ii.103109/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-17-experimental-ii.103109/ invalid@example.com (Taelyn) Taelyn
We want to give all mod developers an early heads-up regarding an upcoming change planned for next week's update.

We have successfully increased the maximum block limit in BlocksConfig.ecf to 8192. As a result, all item IDs used by the API (code mods) will shift accordingly.

If your mod uses item IDs in any form, you will now need to calculate them using:

• Item ID + 8192

Failing to apply this offset will result in incorrect items...

v1.17 Experimental II]]> 4 Sat, 09 May 2026 16:15:30 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-17-experimental.103103/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-17-experimental.103103/ invalid@example.com (Taelyn) Taelyn
In Germany, there’s a saying: “May brings all things new” (Alles Neue macht der Mai). With that in mind, Update 1.17—which is going live to EXPERIMENTAL phase today—includes a major new feature for anyone who’s ever lost their way while jumping through the galaxy: the Warp Route Planner!

With this new feature, you can calculate a route to your destination on the galaxy map. You’ll receive a list of (cyan colored) jump points that you can reach one after...

v1.17 Experimental]]> 5 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:40:05 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/rc-v1-16-experimental.103088/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/rc-v1-16-experimental.103088/ invalid@example.com (Taelyn) Taelyn Changelog: v1.16 B5002
Fixes:

• REVERTED: 01552: Jetpack in space causes every 3rd frame to be dropped
• 01705: Players entering an instance counted for 2 instead of 1 (MaxPlayer)

Changelog: v1.16 Build 5001
Changes:

• upd Added inline info about Dark Faction to default...

RC: v1.16 EXPERIMENTAL]]> 3 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:15:26 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-16-experimental.103075/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-16-experimental.103075/ invalid@example.com (Taelyn) Taelyn
Hello Galactic Survivalists!

Welcome to the Experimental phase of update 1.16!

Version 1.16 not only aims to make the galaxy more lively again - by adding more POI, vessels and also enemies to solar systems and planets - but also adds the first iteration of a new building block for the first time: Charged Combat Steel.

The block background lore revolves around...

v1.16 EXPERIMENTAL]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:21:16 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/rc-v1-15-experimental-ii.103037/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/rc-v1-15-experimental-ii.103037/ invalid@example.com (Taelyn) Taelyn

Hello Galactic Survivalists!

After a successful first round of version 1.15 Experimental, we are launching phase 2 today, which includes several improvements and changes.

Among other things, the Short Range Warp function now has a cooldown of 25 seconds for all scenarios and all warpdrives. However, it can now also be used to jump close to a planet or moon in the same game field....

RC: v1.15 EXPERIMENTAL II]]> 12 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:07:40 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-15-experimental-i.103016/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-15-experimental-i.103016/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera

Dear Galactic Survivalists,

Today is finally the day we launch the EXPERIMENTAL phase of the upcoming version update 1.15 - the first major update of the new year 2026.

As hinted at in our Christmas post, this is initially an update that focuses on a few new features, including refactoring and convenience on a larger scale.

There are no new missions or other mission-based content...

v1.15 Experimental I]]> 4 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 17:10:34 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-14-2-experimental-branch.103000/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-14-2-experimental-branch.103000/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
We have a small update that we will first be putting on the the experimental branch with v1.14.2 with a fix for the turrets currently showing an issue with a delay in targeting v1.14.1.

Where to report bugs?

• Bug reporting:

https://empyriononline.com/forums/bugs.34/

• Problems with POI's and missions email here:

mission@empyriongame.com

• Anything related to gameplay...

v1.14.2 Experimental branch]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:17 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-14-experimental-ii-rc.102937/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-14-experimental-ii-rc.102937/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera We have an update for the v1.14 experimental branch with some more changes & fixes that are ready.

Here's how you can participate:
1. Open STEAM
2. Right-click on your game
3. Select Properties and open the ‘Betas’ tab.
4. Select ‘Experimental’ from the dropdown menu in the top right corner
5. Let the game update

IMPORTANT: Please ALWAYS start the experimental version with a fresh save game! This is the only way to ensure that you get all the features and...

v1.14 Experimental II RC]]> 3 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:02:48 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-14-experimental-i.102925/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-14-experimental-i.102925/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
While we prepare for a major update for the holiday season, we have focused on fixing the bugs you reported in missions and related game systems for the current update 1.14.

We have also further refined some of the newer features, such as more dynamic respawn for players. Furthermore, all factions now call for reinforcements when you attack their space stations.

We have also made some changes in response to feedback on the missions, both to the help systems and...

v1.14 Experimental I]]> Tue, 12 Aug 2025 19:27:02 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-13-experimental-ii-rc.102855/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-13-experimental-ii-rc.102855/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
Today we are launching the next round in Experimental Version 1.13.

Thank you to everyone who reported bugs and sent us their feedback. You can find the changes made in the changelog below.

Since 1.13 not only offers a completely new galaxy, but also concludes the main story missions, we would be delighted if you would try out the new main story start mission campaign "Operation Phoenix: Lost & Found“ and the final campaign ”Terminal Nexus“ (as well as the...

v1.13 Experimental II RC]]> 5 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:30:12 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-13-experimental-i.102837/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-13-experimental-i.102837/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
Welcome to the experimental phase of our summer update with version 1.13

First of all: We have made some profound changes to the galaxy, POIs, and missions. To get all the new features, you will unfortunately need to start a new save game. All save games prior to 1.13 may also experience problems with the old story missions after the update, as locations, dialogues, and mission sequences have changed significantly in some cases.

We hope this doesn't affect you...

v1.13 Experimental I]]> 8 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:39:15 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-12-experimental-iv-rc.102731/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-12-experimental-iv-rc.102731/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
The release candidate for Update 1.12 has arrived with our last planned addition to this release.
Explore the latest improvements and share your feedback with us.

As always, please use the following forums for this
- 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/

Yours,
The Empyrion Dev Team...

v1.12 Experimental IV RC]]> 1 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:38:43 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-12-experimental-iii.102718/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-12-experimental-iii.102718/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
Round 3 of the ongoing experimental version for Update 1.12 starts today. We are now on the home stretch to the public release! (the date will be announced in the near future)
We would be grateful if you would devote your testing attention to the following new features, among others:

- The new mass-speed-penalty mechanic is fully implemented. This means that you can once again reach the technical maximum speed of your ship type, albeit more slowly, if necessary...

v1.12 Experimental III]]> 2 Thu, 27 Feb 2025 07:16:14 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-12-experimental-ii.102689/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-12-experimental-ii.102689/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
We’re back with Experimental Update 1.12 - Part II with some more additions to the game.

This update introduces Field Repair, allowing players to repair their structures on-site. We’re also rolling out a Structure Ownership Transfer feature, making it easier than ever to hand off bases and vessels to other players.

For content creators, we’ve added the powerful PDA PlayfieldOp "ReplaceCcStandingOn", enabling POIs to dynamically transform into different...

v1.12 Experimental II]]> 24 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:20:01 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-12-experimental-i.102632/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-12-experimental-i.102632/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
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...

v1.12 Experimental I]]> 4 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:21:12 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v11-11-8-experimental-iii-rc.102521/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v11-11-8-experimental-iii-rc.102521/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
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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v11.11.8 Experimental III RC]]> 2 Fri, 23 Aug 2024 19:10:35 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-11-8-experimental-ii.102500/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-11-8-experimental-ii.102500/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
Today we start the 2nd phase of the current 1.11.8 Experimental Version.

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/


Changelog v1.11.8 B4523 2024-08-23...

v1.11.8 Experimental II]]> Fri, 16 Aug 2024 05:35:39 +0000 https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-11-8-experimental-1.102488/ https://empyriononline.com/threads/v1-11-8-experimental-1.102488/ invalid@example.com (Pantera) Pantera
We have an update to share with you with some fixes that are ready to be released & and for DLC owners an update for the RotDF scenario.

For Experimental branch bugs:
https://empyriononline.com/forums/bugs.34/

We have a MP server ready for v1.11.8 for anyone to join & use:
"Eleon Game Studios - Official EXPERIMENTAL Server"

Changelog v1.11.8 B4517 2024-08-14

Main game & Dark Faction DLC:...

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