Everspace 2 is gearing up for a massive engine upgrade in 2023, aiming to keep its title as the best space game. But the developers are facing a ton of challenges. From missing sounds to wonky lighting, they've got their work cut out for them. But they're not hiding it—they're giving us a peek behind the curtain. And with a free update called incursions on the horizon, it looks like Everspace 2 is set to keep blowing us away. 🚀
🚀 Massive Update to Everspace 2’s Engine
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Developers Rockfish are gearing up for an engine upgrade for Everspace 2, the best space game of 2023. The upgrade to Unreal Engine 5 is expected to bring the game to new heights and set the stage for continued support well into the future. The challenges and benefits of this transition have been detailed in recent behind-the-scenes reveals from the developers.
In true fashion of Rockfish, they love to give a peek behind the scenes. A very transparent company, in their recent live stream and development blog, they gave a bit of behind-the-scenes look a bit and exactly how the progress is going.
| Challenges Faced by Developers |
|---|
| Missing and swapped out sounds |
| Quest markers moved |
| Volumetric fog behaving differently |
| Thruster exhaust particles issues |
Unreal Engine 5 Upgrade and Upcoming Updates
The upgrade to Unreal Engine 5 is anticipated to launch in the spring, alongside the release of a new free update called incursions. Similar to the armed and dangerous update, incursions will bring new legendary is front and engine ship modules, revamped endgame content, bug fixes, and other improvements.
Elsewhere in the world of Everspace 2, players began receiving physical print editions of the digital art book. This 280-page compilation contains a wealth of concept art for the game and will soon be available for purchase on Amazon.
🎮 Trying Out Everspace 2
For those who haven't tried the game yet, Steam offers a free demo. The demo provides access to most of the main missions and side missions in the game's first sector, allowing players to experience the vast content available. Additionally, Everspace 2 can be accessed via the Xbox Game Pass on both PC and console.
Lastly, Everspace 2 is now available on both Xbox and PlayStation 5. It's a must-try for fans of space game shooters, offering a compelling experience on both PC and console platforms.
Overall, the future looks bright for Everspace 2, and players can expect exciting updates and improvements in the coming months.
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