Space Engineers - The Automated Future Begins - All Information on the Big Update with New Blocks, Features & More

13 April 2023, 23:16 / by Fabian Roßbach
Space Engineers - The Automated Future Begins - All Information on the Big Update with New Blocks, Features & More

Welcome to the future of automation

Hey engineers, get ready for a whole new era of automation in Space Engineers! The latest update brings many exciting features and blocks that open up new possibilities for your creativity. The update also serves as a foundation for the further development of the NPC concept and will improve future PvE content. Let's take a look together at the most interesting new features.

New features, improvements, and more

This extensive update brings a variety of new features, including Event Controller & AI blocks, as well as a sun tracking option for the Custom Turret Controller. The combat system has also been improved, so that turrets now automatically attack a locked target. In addition, the user interface and target locking distance have been optimized. Below, we introduce you to the new blocks that have been added to the base game.

New Blocks in the Base Game

  • AI Flight (Move) - 1 block, S + L grid
  • AI Basic (Task) - 1 block, S + L grid
  • AI Recorder (Task) - 1 block, S + L grid
  • AI Defensive (Combat) - 1 block, S + L grid
  • AI Offensive (Combat) - 1 block, S + L grid
  • Event Controller - 1 block, S + L grid
  • Willis Ducts - 8 blocks, L grid
  • Conveyor Cap - 3 blocks, S + L grid
  • Centered Armor Panels - 2 blocks S + L grid - light & heavy
  • Air Vent - 1 block S + L grid

In addition to the new blocks, there is also a small fluffy surprise! Additionally, some new blocks have been added to existing DLCs. For example, the Wasteland Pack has two new off-road wheels and the Heavy Industry Pack has a conveyor pipe cap.

Automatons Pack: Additional Blocks and Skins

The Automatons Pack expands your possibilities in Space Engineers even further, offering additional blocks and skins. This allows you to make your worlds even more unique and unleash your creativity.

Official Blueprints and Support Site Fixes

To help you bring your ideas to life, Keen Software House has released official blueprints on the Community Hub page. Check it out for inspiration for your own projects! The update also includes numerous bug fixes and improvements based on user reports to further optimize the gameplay experience in Space Engineers.

Conclusion: A Big Update for Space Engineers Fans

This big update for Space Engineers brings a wealth of new features, blocks, and improvements. From expanding automation to optimizing the combat system, this update has something for everyone. If you haven't picked up the game yet, check out our Steam Keys and discover the fascinating world of Space Engineers.

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