Chernobyl: Simulator

WEEKLY UPDATE #2

Rikarin Studio

We’re excited to introduce the Reactor Hall and Bridge Crane prototype. Players can now attach lifting screws to cover blocks, then use the bridge crane to lift and transport them around the reactor hall. The crane is controlled with the arrow keys, while the winch can be raised or lowered using the comma/dot keys or the mouse scroll wheel.

Improvements

  • Added support for 18 languages
  • Added Reactor Hall prototype
  • Added Bridge Crane controls prototype
  • Increased default FOV from 40 to 60
  • Improved main menu background visuals and audio
  • Improved loading screen
  • Added invert mouse option in settings
  • Added adjustable TPS setting
  • Added room audio reverb for better atmosphere
  • Minor performance improvements
  • Adjusted humming sound to be less intrusive

Fixes

  • Fixed saves not loading correctly after loading a preset
  • Fixed 3 unavailable achievements
  • Achievements are now disabled when using presets
  • Fixed Reacti Meter tooltips
  • Fixed VU meter minus button color
  • Adjusted VU lights to use a softer white color instead of bright green
  • Fixed various typos
  • Fixed mouse speed setting not applying correctly

Work in progress

  • Thermal hydraulics (VIUB/VIUT)
  • Full Reactor Building blockout (exterior only for now)
  • Multiplayer

If you experience any issues you can switch to last-update branch.

This announcement was originally published by Rikarin Studio on Steam on May 18, 2026.

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