Hello Pioneers!
Now that the game has been out and we've been able to evaluate the initial response to the game, we would like to address the current state and what our plans are.
Currently the game has a significant number of bugs that we are working to fix as soon as possible. We initially had to roll-back updates 1.04 and 1.05 which will be showing up shortly with fixes described in a prior change-log. These will be on consoles asap but require more certification hoops before release.
The major issues we see complaints about are:
- The AI. NPC colonist behavior currently has issues with wandering into dangerous areas, using their beds appropriately, responsiveness to combat, and other concerns. We also see issues with interactions with NPCs, especially healing them. This is a complex process to fix and improve and is our top priority. We appreciate understanding and all the information the community has collectively provided on these issues.
- Falling through floors. We have several internal ideas on what may be happening which are being pursued, ranging from AI behavior to chunk loading changes.
- Multiplayer is unstable and we have been working with our server team to address where this is coming from.
- The UI overall needs improvements to function. We are exploring alternative ways to display information, and would love suggestions from the community on what they would like to see with this.
Our initial focus is on bug fixing and stability. There will be additions to the game over time as well, while we are fixing bugs, as the team has multiple moving parts working together. We also undergo a QA process internally which delays update releases by several days to ensure nothing new was catastrophically broken and logged fixes are implemented.
You can continue to support us by detailing feedback in bugs in the Steam forums, Reddit, Twitter, or Discord. We read all reports regardless of where you send them, and respond when we need more information or have ideas on how to address an issue.
We are dedicated to providing continual updates and fixes to the game and appreciate the feedback we've received. We feel the game has a ton of potential and hope you'll continue enjoying Farworld Pioneers!
Our other spaces are regularly updated:
Twitter: @FarworldPioneer
Developer Twitter: @igloosoftgames
Facebook: Farworld Facebook!
Subreddit: r/FarworldPioneers
Discord: Farworld Pioneers Discord