Space Engineers 2 News

• ➡️ Changelog: https://support.keenswh.com/spaceengineers2/pc/announcement/space-engineers-2-alpha-vs1-1-ugc-workshop
• 🛠️ Support Portal: https://support.keenswh.com/spaceengineers2/pc
• 🛰️ Discord: https://discord.gg/keenswh

• Fixed a crash in grid physics
  
• Fixed a crash when saving a world with "\" in the name
  
• Fixed a crash when corrupting files in "UGCContentCache"
  
• Fixed a crash when deleting a Steam blueprint assigned to the toolbar and relaunching the game
  
• Fixed a crash in UGC
  
• Fixed a crash in the render process

• Fixed performance issues in analytics and block placer
  
• Fixed a performance issue when exiting while a blueprint was being loaded into the world

• Fixed an issue where deleted published worlds still appeared in the Select World screen

• Space Engineers 2 Workshop
  • In-game Blueprint interface - Additional features and improvements will be introduced based on player feedback.
    
  • Published items are Public by default.
    
  • Displaying Steam Workshop Collections in-game is planned.
    
  • Blueprint screen refresh can be very slow in some cases - it should be fixed in the next update.
    
  • Your owned Private items are not currently visible in the in-game Workshop browser.
    
  • We are addressing edge cases where re-publishing, renaming, tag display in the Steam interface, and sorting may not work as intended.
    
  • Offline mode improvements - we are working on better handling when Steam is offline.
• Keyboard and mouse controls are not customizable yet, but they will be!
  
• Toolbar block groups and sizes (block selection via R key) are a temporary mechanism and will be redesigned in a near update.
  
• We have additional Symmetry Mode fixes planned for VS1.2
  
• We’re aware of incompatibility at launch of Space Engineers 2 on Intel Arc A-Series and Core Ultra Series 1 built-in Arc GPUs. We are working with Intel to enable the game experience and will provide relevant updates as development progresses.
  
• Some blocks are decorative-only for now (for example, the Assembler is present but cannot produce components)
  
• Performance
  • Performance optimization is ongoing. For Alpha release, we’re targeting 16x Red Ship grids at 60 FPS on recommended hardware.
    
  • Autosave may cause brief lags during gameplay.
    
  • Performance optimizations of ship collisions and destruction are ongoing, so it won’t be lag-free at this moment. We will be continuously improving it in the following updates.
    
  • PCU values per block may appear higher compared to Space Engineers 1, reflecting SE2's increased detail and more precise performance measurements. While the current total PCU limit is set at 400,000 in VS1, we plan to raise this threshold in future updates as we implement scheduled optimization improvements.
• The current GUI (Graphical User Interface) and HUD (Heads-Up Display) are works in progress. Our team is prioritizing core functionality first. Once we've confirmed all features are working as intended, we'll enhance the visual design and overall aesthetics.
  
• The inventory system will be implemented in a future update.
  
• Fracture models will receive additional visual updates in future versions.
  
• Inverse kinematics (IK) is not yet implemented. Animations for uphill/downhill movement, jumping, and tools will be refined in the future update.
  
• Undo/redo functionality for the paint tool is not implemented yet, but internally we already have it, so it will be available in a near update. Changing block colors currently requires switching to the paint tool, but this will be streamlined. In addition, the paint tool’s limited palette is temporary; future updates will include RGB/HSV color settings and custom palettes.
  
• Jetpack mechanics are being polished, including adjustments to boost, acceleration, sound effects, and camera shake is coming in VS 1.2
  
• We continue to experiment with the off-center third-person camera for characters and ships.
  
• Ship controls are functional but will be further refined with target-based gyroscope controls.
  
• Character shadow in first-person mode is disabled temporarily and will be re-enabled in future animation updates.
  
• Work on enhanced sound effects is ongoing, including jetpack audio, debug gun, ship sounds and destructions.
  
• The Alpha releases in English language, more localizations will follow.
  
• Sometimes character peeks through the cockpit - this will be fixed in the following update.
  
• Tutorials will be added closer to the end of development.

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• 🛰️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceEngineers

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• ➡️ Changelog: https://support.keenswh.com/spaceengineers2/pc/announcement/space-engineers-2-alpha-vs1-1-ugc-workshop
• 🛠️ Support Portal: https://support.keenswh.com/spaceengineers2/pc
• 🛰️ Discord: https://discord.gg/keenswh

• Fixed a crash when corrupting files in "UGCContentCache"

• Fixed a freeze in blueprints
  
• Fixed a freeze in the render process

• Fixed an issue where blueprints were not sorted correctly by date
  
• Fixed an issue where workshop worlds threw an error when starting while they were still downloading

• Fixed an issue where the Main Menu blinked after navigating to or returning from sub-menus

• Space Engineers 2 Workshop
  • In-game Blueprint interface - Additional features and improvements will be introduced based on player feedback.
    
  • Published items are Public by default.
    
  • Displaying Steam Workshop Collections in-game is planned.
    
  • Blueprint screen refresh can be very slow in some cases - it should be fixed in the next update.
    
  • Your owned Private items are not currently visible in the in-game Workshop browser.
    
  • We are addressing edge cases where re-publishing, renaming, tag display in the Steam interface, and sorting may not work as intended.
    
  • Offline mode improvements - we are working on better handling when Steam is offline.
• Keyboard and mouse controls are not customizable yet, but they will be!
  
• Toolbar block groups and sizes (block selection via R key) are a temporary mechanism and will be redesigned in a near update.
  
• We have additional Symmetry Mode fixes planned for VS1.2
  
• We’re aware of incompatibility at launch of Space Engineers 2 on Intel Arc A-Series and Core Ultra Series 1 built-in Arc GPUs. We are working with Intel to enable the game experience and will provide relevant updates as development progresses.
  
• Some blocks are decorative-only for now (for example, the Assembler is present but cannot produce components)
  
• Performance
  • Performance optimization is ongoing. For Alpha release, we’re targeting 16x Red Ship grids at 60 FPS on recommended hardware.
    
  • Autosave may cause brief lags during gameplay.
    
  • Performance optimizations of ship collisions and destruction are ongoing, so it won’t be lag-free at this moment. We will be continuously improving it in the following updates.
    
  • PCU values per block may appear higher compared to Space Engineers 1, reflecting SE2's increased detail and more precise performance measurements. While the current total PCU limit is set at 400,000 in VS1, we plan to raise this threshold in future updates as we implement scheduled optimization improvements.
• The current GUI (Graphical User Interface) and HUD (Heads-Up Display) are works in progress. Our team is prioritizing core functionality first. Once we've confirmed all features are working as intended, we'll enhance the visual design and overall aesthetics.
  
• The inventory system will be implemented in a future update.
  
• Fracture models will receive additional visual updates in future versions.
  
• Inverse kinematics (IK) is not yet implemented. Animations for uphill/downhill movement, jumping, and tools will be refined in the future update.
  
• Undo/redo functionality for the paint tool is not implemented yet, but internally we already have it, so it will be available in a near update. Changing block colors currently requires switching to the paint tool, but this will be streamlined. In addition, the paint tool’s limited palette is temporary; future updates will include RGB/HSV color settings and custom palettes.
  
• Jetpack mechanics are being polished, including adjustments to boost, acceleration, sound effects, and camera shake is coming in VS 1.2
  
• We continue to experiment with the off-center third-person camera for characters and ships.
  
• Ship controls are functional but will be further refined with target-based gyroscope controls.
  
• Character shadow in first-person mode is disabled temporarily and will be re-enabled in future animation updates.
  
• Work on enhanced sound effects is ongoing, including jetpack audio, debug gun, ship sounds and destructions.
  
• The Alpha releases in English language, more localizations will follow.
  
• Sometimes character peeks through the cockpit - this will be fixed in the following update.
  
• Tutorials will be added closer to the end of development.

• "Imperium Throne Room" by Alingruad

• ➡️ Changelog: https://support.keenswh.com/spaceengineers2/pc/announcement/space-engineers-2-alpha-vs1-1-ugc-workshop
• 🛠️ Support Portal: https://support.keenswh.com/spaceengineers2/pc
• 🛰️ Discord: https://discord.gg/keenswh

• Fixed a crash in Havok
  
• Fixed a crash when opening the Load screen with a corrupted thumbnail
  
• Fixed a crash in the toolbar
  
• Fixed a crash when clicking on a blueprint previously deleted from the Steam Workshop in the browser
  
• Fixed a crash in the blueprints system
  
• Fixed a crash when the game cannot access a file
  
• Fixed a crash in ray tracing
  
• Fixed a crash when undoing blueprint placement
  
• Fixed a crash when editing a blueprint
  
• Fixed a crash in the render process

• Fixed an issue where the hand with the tool briefly disappeared when used for the first time
  
• Fixed an issue where removed tags could not be re-added to a blueprint
  
• Fixed an issue where pressing the 'Place' button for blueprints showed no response by adding a 'Preparing for placement' loading dialog
  
• Fixed an issue where the Blueprint Details screen didn't display the PCU for local blueprints
  
• Fixed an issue where the 'Start New Game' button was not disabled when no world was selected in the 'Select World' screen
  
• Fixed an issue where it was not possible to re-publish a local item after deleting the published version
  
• Fixed an issue where loading large blueprints took a long time to get into the pasting mode

• Fixed an issue where tooltips for high-level categories in the G-screen appeared only in specific hover areas

• Fixed an issue where the game loaded a black screen after the alpha badge became corrupted
  
• Fixed an issue where the game incorrectly recommended Microsoft Basic Render Driver as a better GPU on PCs below minimum requirements

• Create a Bugreport
  
• Create a ticket with your Feedback/Idea
  
• Vote on other ideas or bug reports
  
• Comment and Interact with fellow players
  
• Suggest solutions and provide valuable feedback to help shape the future of Space Engineers 2
  

• Known Issues - will be hotfixed ASAP
  • Corrupted files in "UGCContentCache" can cause a game crash.
• Space Engineers 2 Workshop
  • In-game Blueprint interface - Additional features and improvements will be introduced based on player feedback.
    
  • Published items are Public by default.
    
  • Displaying Steam Workshop Collections in-game is planned.
    
  • Blueprint screen refresh can be very slow in some cases - it should be fixed in the next update.
    
  • Your owned Private items are not currently visible in the in-game Workshop browser.
    
  • We are addressing edge cases where re-publishing, renaming, tag display in the Steam interface, and sorting may not work as intended.
    
  • Offline mode improvements - we are working on better handling when Steam is offline.
• Keyboard and mouse controls are not customizable yet, but they will be!
  
• Toolbar block groups and sizes (block selection via R key) are a temporary mechanism and will be redesigned in a near update.
  
• We have additional Symmetry Mode fixes planned for VS1.2
  
• We’re aware of incompatibility at launch of Space Engineers 2 on Intel Arc A-Series and Core Ultra Series 1 built-in Arc GPUs. We are working with Intel to enable the game experience and will provide relevant updates as development progresses.
  
• Some blocks are decorative-only for now (for example, the Assembler is present but cannot produce components)
  
• Performance
  • Performance optimization is ongoing. For Alpha release, we’re targeting 16x Red Ship grids at 60 FPS on recommended hardware.
    
  • Autosave may cause brief lags during gameplay.
    
  • Performance optimizations of ship collisions and destruction are ongoing, so it won’t be lag-free at this moment. We will be continuously improving it in the following updates.
    
  • PCU values per block may appear higher compared to Space Engineers 1, reflecting SE2's increased detail and more precise performance measurements. While the current total PCU limit is set at 400,000 in VS1, we plan to raise this threshold in future updates as we implement scheduled optimization improvements.
• The current GUI (Graphical User Interface) and HUD (Heads-Up Display) are works in progress. Our team is prioritizing core functionality first. Once we've confirmed all features are working as intended, we'll enhance the visual design and overall aesthetics.
  
• The inventory system will be implemented in a future update.
  
• Fracture models will receive additional visual updates in future versions.
  
• Inverse kinematics (IK) is not yet implemented. Animations for uphill/downhill movement, jumping, and tools will be refined in the future update.
  
• Undo/redo functionality for the paint tool is not implemented yet, but internally we already have it, so it will be available in a near update. Changing block colors currently requires switching to the paint tool, but this will be streamlined. In addition, the paint tool’s limited palette is temporary; future updates will include RGB/HSV color settings and custom palettes.
  
• Jetpack mechanics are being polished, including adjustments to boost, acceleration, sound effects, and camera shake is coming in VS 1.2
  
• We continue to experiment with the off-center third-person camera for characters and ships.
  
• Ship controls are functional but will be further refined with target-based gyroscope controls.
  
• Character shadow in first-person mode is disabled temporarily and will be re-enabled in future animation updates.
  
• Work on enhanced sound effects is ongoing, including jetpack audio, debug gun, ship sounds and destructions.
  
• The Alpha releases in English language, more localizations will follow.
  
• Sometimes character peeks through the cockpit - this will be fixed in the following update.
  
• Tutorials will be added closer to the end of development.

• "Utility Ships" by Mattew

It's safe to say that Space Engineers 2 has fairly big magboots to fill. Its predecessor is one of the best sandbox building games around, and it's looking to go even bigger and better. However, it won't be rushed - it's already allocating three years of time in early access and launched Space Engineers 2 in an alpha state back in January. Well, it's just taken the first small step in its long journey towards a final version that eclipses its predecessor - its first big update since launch is here, and it brings Steam Workshop support to the game.

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Space Engineers 2 alpha is a first taste of the long-awaited sandbox game sequel

It's safe to say that Space Engineers 2 has fairly big magboots to fill. Its predecessor is one of the best sandbox building games around, and it's looking to go even bigger and better. However, it won't be rushed - it's already allocating three years of time in early access and launched Space Engineers 2 in an alpha state back in January. Well, it's just taken the first small step in its long journey towards a final version that eclipses its predecessor - its first big update since launch is here, and it brings Steam Workshop support to the game.

Read the rest of the story...

RELATED LINKS:

Space Engineers 2 alpha is a first taste of the long-awaited sandbox game sequel