Drop Command Update History · SteamPeaks

Drop Command Update History · SteamPeaks

Time (UTC)SourceWhat changedAddedEditedRemovedReference

10 Sep 2026

04:00:47NewsDemo Patch v0.3.09———In-game event

In-game event · published 10 Sep 2026, 04:00:47 UTC

Demo Patch v0.3.09

Welcome back Pilots! Today brings a smaller patch as we count down the days until full release! Full patch notes are below. The biggest change is an increase in the maximum size of Hot Drop missions, with combat value increased to 50,000! This is possible due to a ton of code optimization for larger battles. Balance changes to Heavy Unguided Missiles (HUM) help solidify their combat role as a h…

26 Aug 2026

21:11:01NewsDemo Patch v0.3.00———Major update

Major update · published 26 Aug 2026, 21:11:01 UTC

Demo Patch v0.3.00

Welcome back Pilots! We're gearing up for 1.0 release on September 28th! This patch includes many quality of life updates, a new Mech chassis to pilot, and tons more. Please see the full patch notes below. New Mech: Bangpae Look forward to piloting and facing against the mighty Bangpae Medium Mech! Punching far above its weight class, this manoeuvrable walker excels at brawling. Weak leg armour…

30 Jun 2026

22:50:44NewsDemo Patch v0.2.00———Major update

Major update · published 30 Jun 2026, 22:50:44 UTC

Demo Patch v0.2.00

Welcome back Pilots! We're back with another update! This time hot on the heels of several content creators providing feedback. We still have a lot of work to do before launch, but we are closer every day! WARNING: This patch reworks the Save System Reworking the save system was necessary for future content updates. However, this means that previous save files will be incompatible. If you are i…

23 Jun 2026

23:08:22NewsDemo Patch v0.1.92———Major update

Major update · published 23 Jun 2026, 23:08:22 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.92

Welcome back Pilots! Steam Next Fest has ended, and we received a ton of excellent feedback and suggestions! Thank you everyone for playing the demo, and leaving your steam reviews and community feedback. Your support helps us to improve the game as we head towards a full launch later this year. This patch includes a number of quality of life improvements based directly on all of your comments.…

20 Jun 2026

07:32:06NewsDemo v0.1.91 Hotfix 1———Game update

Game update · published 20 Jun 2026, 07:32:06 UTC

Demo v0.1.91 Hotfix 1

Welcome back pilots! Today a critical error was found in the save system, which was deleting save files with every patch! This emergency hotfix will unfortunately wipe save files, but should fix the issue moving forward. Very sorry for the inconvenience that this bug has caused. Patch v0.1.91 Hotfix 1 changes listed below: · Save Files are now correctly stored in a persistent data path, rather…

19 Jun 2026

23:47:53NewsDemo Patch v0.1.91———Major update

Major update · published 19 Jun 2026, 23:47:53 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.91

Welcome back Pilots! We are mid-way through the Steam Next Fest, and things are going great! We figured we could all celebrate today with some new features. There is a new way to conveniently swap pilots between units ( use CTRL + click to select two units, then right click and press swap! ). We've also added support for Ultra Wide screen resolutions, several new control settings, and more. Che…

18 Jun 2026

21:16:37NewsDemo v0.1.90 Hotfix 5———Game update

Game update · published 18 Jun 2026, 21:16:37 UTC

Demo v0.1.90 Hotfix 5

Welcome back pilots! Today we have a few little changes to improve your piloting experience! Patch 0.1.90 Hotfix 5 changes listed below: · Updated encyclopedia text links for unit names (this prevents several broken link issues) · Pilot attributes are now listed after pilot traits in the encyclopedia ( rather than before ) · Fixed Onager 3rd person camera position · Fixed several null reference…

17 Jun 2026

21:10:39NewsDemo v0.1.90 Hotfix 4———Game update

Game update · published 17 Jun 2026, 21:10:39 UTC

Demo v0.1.90 Hotfix 4

Welcome back pilots! We're back today with a few minor changes to improve your piloting experience! Patch 0.1.90 Hotfix 4 changes listed below: · VTOL units using "mouse turn" will now use A/D to strafe by default (rather than Q/E) · Fixed Bug: pressing escape key during rebind no longer soft-locks the Escape Menu · Fixed Bug: "Reset" button removed from Control rebinding settings menu when in-…

16 Jun 2026

03:13:20NewsDemo v0.1.90 Hotfix 3———Game update

Game update · published 16 Jun 2026, 03:13:20 UTC

Demo v0.1.90 Hotfix 3

Steam Next Fest is underway, and we're here with you to keep things running smoothly! Patch 0.1.90 Hotfix 3 changes listed below: · VTOL units now use mouse to turn (disable in settings menu if you prefer the previous controls) · Settings menu: added toggle to lock cursor to game window · Updated Mech Refit Bay: equipment hardpoint color is now more gray than white · Reduced font size for start…

10 Jun 2026

20:28:49NewsDemo v0.1.90 Hotfix 2———Game update

Game update · published 10 Jun 2026, 20:28:49 UTC

Demo v0.1.90 Hotfix 2

Fixed several resolution scaling issues: tooltips and popup windows should now display correctly on a larger variety of screen sizes, including 2560x1440.

4 Jun 2026

00:42:03NewsDemo v0.1.90 Hotfix 1———Game update

Game update · published 4 Jun 2026, 00:42:03 UTC

Demo v0.1.90 Hotfix 1

Fixed a critical issue: garrison units are no longer incorrectly flagged as mercenary support units (this error was causing unpredictable behaviour including game crashing during pirate raid defense missions)

2 Jun 2026

00:30:51NewsDemo Patch v0.1.90———Major update

Major update · published 2 Jun 2026, 00:30:51 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.90

Welcome back Pilots! I am very pleased to announce our biggest Demo patch yet! Get ready for the Steam Next Fest update, which is now live ! Here are some of the highlights to look forward to, and you can find the full patch notes further below. New Playable VTOL Unit We have added the first VTOL starting unit choice to the game. The Fire Viper is a capable gunboat and a highly manoeuvrable air…

14 May 2026

22:52:49NewsDemo Patch v0.1.80———In-game event

In-game event · published 14 May 2026, 22:52:49 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.80

Welcome back Pilots! Patch v0.1.80 is has arrived early to fix a critical bug, but it also has a few new things to play around with, see the full patch notes below. Patch Notes: New Features and Changes: · Added "Engage At Will" order to the tactical map, allows units to break squad formation and engage at will · Refinery Changes: Now cost 200 resources (up from 100), now provides 50 resources…

8 May 2026

21:49:01NewsDemo Patch v0.1.79———In-game event

In-game event · published 8 May 2026, 21:49:01 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.79

Welcome back Pilots! We have been hard at work fleshing out the mid game of Drop Command, while also improving the demo. Many new features and changes in this patch, but the two biggest are definitely: · Mech Refit Bay usable outside of missions for all units · AI is greatly improved - this will make the game much more challenging We're still working hard on balance, so if you are finding the n…

22 Apr 2026

05:27:44NewsDemo Patch v0.1.78———In-game event

In-game event · published 22 Apr 2026, 05:27:44 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.78

Patch Notes: New Features and Changes: · New Unit Variant: Cicada-A, a powerful battle tank featuring two Auto-Turrets · New Mission Type: Heavy Beachhead (requires opposition garrison of 8000 CV or more) · Updated Explosion damage: damage falloff starts at 25% radius (up from 0% radius) · Settings Menu: added invert Y-axis · Settings Menu: added "Generate Terrain" toggle, disable for faster lo…

19 Apr 2026

18:18:10NewsDemo v0.1.77 Hotfix 1———Game update

Game update · published 19 Apr 2026, 18:18:10 UTC

Demo v0.1.77 Hotfix 1

Fixed Portrait Editor Bug: profile data was not saving correctly to unit data · Fixed Critical Issue: pilot portraits could corrupt game saves and prevent opening of storage menu · Fixed Several Null Reference Exceptions caused by missions ending mid-frame

18 Apr 2026

06:18:00NewsDemo Patch v0.1.77———Major update

Major update · published 18 Apr 2026, 06:18:00 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.77

Welcome Back Pilots! We have a new Demo patch ready to go! First, I wanted to thank everyone who has been playing the game, sharing feedback and bug reports, leaving demo reviews, and spreading the word about Drop Command to other Mech gaming enthusiasts. I am very grateful for all of the kind words and encouragement that you have been sending our way, as well as the suggestions for improvement…

26 Mar 2026

23:05:14NewsDemo Patch v0.1.76———Game update

Game update · published 26 Mar 2026, 23:05:14 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.76

Patch notes : · Fixed Bug: deceased champions will no longer attempt defend their planet or join pirate factions · Fixed Bug: Squad v Squad missions no longer field only infantry on low population planets · Fixed Bug: Music now correctly fades out before starting new track (prevents overlapping tracks) · Fixed Bug: Music volume slider now works correctly from all three settings menus · Added a…

24 Mar 2026

19:53:00NewsDemo Patch v0.1.75———Game update

Game update · published 24 Mar 2026, 19:53:00 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.75

Patch notes : · Updated save system to use a robust Date/Time format Hotfix 1: · Fixed bug: removed development hotkey for triggering a splash screen

04:16:59NewsDemo Patch v0.1.74———Game update

Game update · published 24 Mar 2026, 04:16:59 UTC

Demo Patch v0.1.74

Patch notes : · Replaced unsafe dictionary look-ups for Political Factions and Pirate Factions · Fixed bug causing Pirate Base to be empty, pirates now perform emergency recruitment · Fixed bug where Player units could receive experience from Pirate units performing training · Fixed bug where audio sources could be released prematurely, leading to interrupted sounds · Fixed bug where auto-turre…

20 Mar 2026

22:11:37NewsDemo Hotfix 2———Game update

Game update · published 20 Mar 2026, 22:11:37 UTC

Demo Hotfix 2

Fixed an issue preventing key rebinding from the Campaign escape menu · Fixed a critical issue causing corrupted demo save files

16:45:44NewsThe Demo Is Live Now!———Community

Community · published 20 Mar 2026, 16:45:44 UTC

The Demo Is Live Now!

Welcome Back Mech Pilots The Drop Command demo is now live on Steam! Jump into the campaign, build your squads, and fight for control of the Centuria system. What You Can Do Right Now · Play the campaign intro (1-2 hours) · Command squads of Mechs, Tanks, VTOLs, and Infantry · Build and level up your forces as they gain experience · Try out different battlefields and larger battles in Hot Drop…

6 Mar 2026

00:47:55NewsDemo Drops on March 20th!———Steam news

Steam news · published 6 Mar 2026, 00:47:55 UTC

Demo Drops on March 20th!

Welcome back Pilots! Today we're announcing the upcoming Steam Demo , which goes live on Friday March 20th. We're excited to finally get the game demo into your hands! This is the perfect opportunity for you to try the game, get a feel for the campaign and combat mechanics, and leave us your feedback! What's in the demo The following features will be available for you to try: · Play the Campaig…

31 Jan 2026

21:59:38NewsMission Objective: Beta———Steam news

Steam news · published 31 Jan 2026, 21:59:38 UTC

Mission Objective: Beta

Welcome back, Mech pilots! We’re getting close to releasing a Steam demo , but before that we are opening a beta demo on itch.io to gather feedback and run broader hardware testing. If you’ve been curious about the game or waiting to see how everything fits together, then this beta is meant to give you a solid feel for the full experience. What’s in the beta demo? This beta introduces the openi…

14 Feb 2025

21:22:41NewsDrop Command Announce Trailer———Community

Community · published 14 Feb 2025, 21:22:41 UTC

Drop Command Announce Trailer

The first official gameplay trailer for Drop Command has arrived, giving you a front-row seat to intense tactical mech combat. If you’ve ever dreamed of commanding a lance of war machines, coordinating precision strikes, and leading large-scale planetary campaigns, this is your battlefield. Watch the gameplay trailer now! We’ve been hard at work refining mechanics, expanding content, and ensuri…

28 Aug 2024

00:57:28NewsUpdated Release Date———Community

Community · published 28 Aug 2024, 00:57:28 UTC

Updated Release Date

August Update Greetings Mech Pilots, time for another Drop Command progress update! Audio Our biggest focus since the last update has been adding game audio . This includes a new soundtrack, weapon and combat SFX, and a combat computer voice. All Systems: Operational. New Biomes Introducing three new biomes to spice up combat across the star cluster: · Volcanic/Ashlands : a desolate wasteland w…

12 Jun 2024

19:15:04NewsFrom the Lightest Scout Mech to the Heaviest Assault Mech———Community

Community · published 12 Jun 2024, 19:15:04 UTC

From the Lightest Scout Mech to the Heaviest Assault Mech

June Update Greetings Mech Pilots, time for a Drop Command progress update! Our biggest focus since the last update has been adding game content , with a lot of time also spent polishing game feel . New content includes: new weapons such as the Anti Missile Systems and Auto-Laser Turret, new pilotable units such as the Zorilla Light Mech and the Mantis Assault mech, and new planets and biomes .…

19 Apr 2024

17:00:22NewsProcedural Bases Coming To A Mech Game Near You———Community

Community · published 19 Apr 2024, 17:00:22 UTC

Procedural Bases Coming To A Mech Game Near You

April Update Greetings Mech Pilots! We're hard at work getting Drop Command closer to a demo release later this year. I'm here to update you on some of our progress! Two core mission types in Drop Command will be the Raid - Defence and Raid - Attack scenarios. In these you will be tasked with either defending or destroying an important base with key logistical resources . The outcome of the mis…