Game update27 Jun 2026QoL Update 0.16.2* New: Infinite soldier recruitment (ctrl + click) * New: You can set a rally point for the training camp and arena * New: Window mode remembers the last window position * New: Clients can see the match settings as the host changes them * New: Pressing ESC in single player mode pauses the game * Fix: Pathfinding did not properly work when the destination was blocked * Fix: Some tooltips did not…
- New: netcode has been reworked to much more reliably connect to any lobby - New: Add window mode to graphics settings - New: Military units have thumbnails now - Fix: Camera does not move when selecting units anymore - Fix: Some objects were visible in semi-revealed FOW - Fix: Foliage render distance - Fix: Client-only animation errors
New: Level generator now has 5 different modes to pick from: Island, Central Lake, Deep Forest, Desert, Mountains New: Added one Gladiator to spawnpoints for scouting New: Improved resource deposit models New: Slight network improvements Fix: Players sometimes spawned on islands Fix: Some effect were visible in FOW Fix: Soldiers sometimes didn't occupy towers in multiplayer games Fix: Menu rend…
New: Changed global lighting and color grading for more contrast and vibrant colors New: Stonecutters can now share deposits, but only one stonecutter can work at a time on a deposit. Stonecutters will automatically find the most suitable deposit that is either inside your territory or in neutral land. New: Added a NAT type info panel to the server list. This will give you a rough idea on how w…
New: More stone is generated on maps (new games only) New: Build UI now highlights build options based on the players progress New: Reduced the blocking margin around beaches - you can build closer to the sea now and your units can dip their toes in the sea Fix: Removed startup sound Fix: Moved explosion sfx to the background channel Fix: Left-clicking on the minimap did de-select units Fix: Ol…
New: Item stack info added to training camp and arena New: Towers heal garrisoned units Fix: Ready villagers counter sometimes displayed the wrong value
New: Top bar now shows the villager count and the idle villager count Fix: Capturing unoccupied towers did not claim any territory Fix: Soldiers did teleport when re-garrisoning Fix: Demolish button did not work on some buildings Fix: Villagers transported items to enemy buildings in some cases
New : Attack warning signal when your settlement is under attack · Fix : Stonecutter did not release it's stone deposit when demolished · Fix : Stonecutter refused to work when it's stone deposit was *just* outside it's range
Hello there! Explorers of Esmar is finally released to Early Access. There will be a 10% discount for the next two weeks! Grab it now while it's still hot! (There's a demo available, too!) Your feedback will directly shape the future of the game. Expect ongoing updates, improvements, and new features as development continues. If you enjoy the game, please consider leaving a review — it helps mo…
Hey there! We've got an Early Access release date: 15/April/2026! There's a new trailer, too: If you haven't yet, why not try out the demo? It's been updated as well:
Hello there! As I'm working on the game, I'm happy to announce the roadmap for the past and following months. Hopefully this will give you an idea about the state of the game and the goals I'm working towards. Cheers!
Hey everyone! I’ve been working hard in the past months on some big improvements for Explorers of Esmar , and I’m excited to share what’s new. This update focuses on making battles more strategic, the world more nice to look at, and the game overall smoother to play — and you can try some of it right now in the updated free demo . NEW BATTLE SYSTEM Combat in Esmar has evolved quite a bit! You c…
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