Major Solarpunk update is finally here!

Hey Solarpunk Community!

It took a little longer than we originally hoped, but today we can finally say it: Solarpunk Update 1.3.0 is live!

This is our first bigger update since release and it brings a whole bunch of new features, content, improvements and fixes to the game.

We also want to say thank you for your patience and apologize for the long wait. Solarpunk is still being developed by a very small team. At the same time, every update needs to work not only on Steam, but across all console versions of the game as well.

That means new features and fixes need to be implemented, tested and verified across several different platforms before we can release them. It takes a little more time, but we want to make sure everyone gets the best version possible. But enough talking:

Important: Console versions will receive this update a little later. We are currently waiting for approval and rollout by the console platform holders. This can take a few days.

WHAT'S NEW?

Crossplay

Crossplay is now available, including:

• Join sessions via invite codes • View the player list directly from the in game menu • Hosts can kick and ban players from their sessions • Updated multiplayer UI for crossplay

1 Important for multiplayer: All players need to be on the same version in order to play together.

2 Console versions will receive this update a little later. We are currently waiting for approval and rollout by the console platform holders. This can take a few days.

Lost Cargo

• Added Lost Cargo drops that can appear during regular gameplay • Lost Cargo can contain items such as the Big Chest, Roof Solar Panel, Wall Foliage, In Game Radio and Snap Connector • Added map markers, messages and sound effects for Lost Cargo

Improved Storage

• Reworked the chest system to support different storage sizes and names • Added storage to nightstands, commodes and crates

Expanded Character Customization

The Character Editor has received a major expansion with plenty of new customization options, giving you more freedom to create a character that feels uniquely yours.

UI Scaling

• Added a new UI Scaling option to the settings • UI scaling is now supported across several major interfaces • Nintendo Switch 2 and Steam Deck now default to the Large UI settin

Content

• Removed the non shared worlds feature • Added collectible postcards and a Postcard Pinboard to display your collection • Added decorative flower patches, vines, ivy and glowing plants • Added Sakura and Jacaranda trees • Added an In Game Radio that plays the main menu soundtrack • Added a new larger chest with increased storage capacity • Added roof mounted solar panels • Added connector holders for pillars and walls • Added new fishing loot across different locations • Increased the chance of fishing up cotton on the Starter Island • Renamed the Algae Drone to Fishing Drone

Fixes

• Fixed thunderstorms getting stuck in a loop for some players • Fixed the Electrical Research Station not closing correctly with E or Tab • Fixed the outdoor candle displaying the wrong state • Fixed the Wooden Pillar in Glass Ring incorrectly requiring glass to build • Fixed several typos • Fixed save file names • Fixed Character Editor settings not being reflected in the airship • Added fallback achievement unlocking when loading a world • Fixed the offset of the standing torch • Fixed the Dock partly blocking placement of objects on itself

Small Improvements

• Adjusted the Food Basket to unlock later, when it can actually be crafted • Removed decorative pans from the Kitchen crafting recipe • Added a system that automatically grants research unlocks players may have missed due to previous game updates • Added a previously missing Alpha Backer credit • Improved sign editor behavior and visuals • Added an error message when kicking players fails • Improved hover effects on the world type selector during world creation

Thank you again for playing Solarpunk and for sticking with us while we worked on this update. We hope you have fun exploring everything new in Version 1.3.0!

Sneak Peak for upcoming updates:

We’re already working on more features for Solarpunk, with a stronger focus on the ideas you’ve been submitting and voting for through our Feature Voting system.

We hear you want more content, more things to do, and that’s exactly what we want to build towards.

Right now, we’re working on things like an Airship overhaul, including support for multiple seats, as well as the ability to sit on furniture. Keep sending us your ideas and voting for your favorites. More soon!

We’re also planning the Farmers’ Market as a new hub for future content, quests, characters and adventures.

Reviews Help Us a Lot

If you enjoy Solarpunk and want to support us, a Steam review helps us enormously. No pressure, we completely understand if you want to wait. But every honest review helps us make the game more visible and continue working on it. Thank you to everyone who plays Solarpunk, shares feedback, submits ideas, and accompanies us on this journey. We truly appreciate it.

Best wishes

Cyberwave & rokaplay