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Project CobaltNews🚀 MAJOR UPDATE NOW LIVE!
Major update

🚀 MAJOR UPDATE NOW LIVE!

Project Cobalt · published 15 Jan 2026, 00:28 UTC

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🚀 MAJOR UPDATE NOW LIVE!

This update introduces new systems, gameplay improvements, bug fixes, and performance enhancements. It also includes significant steps towards making the game more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.


🌍 LANGUAGE SYSTEM – NOW PLAYABLE IN YOUR LANGUAGE

With this update, we’ve added a Language System to the game.

You can now play the game in your own language, making it easier to understand all the core mechanics and have a smoother experience.
This feature has been developed based on community feedback and aims to make the game more accessible to everyone.

Thanks to suggestions from the community, we’ve added new features and improvements, and we’re continuing to develop the game further.


🆕 New Features & Systems

  • Advanced Wood Processing System

    • Logs can now be processed with a special machine.

    • This allows you to gather more sticks.

  • New Ore Breaking Tool

    • Large ores can now be broken down into smaller ores.

    • Resource management and storage systems have been improved.

  • Ore Shelf System

    • You can now organize large ores on shelves.

    • This allows for more organized storage and visual clarity.

  • Barrel Grill Added

    • More cooking spots for meat.

    • Longer-lasting fire and faster cooking times.

  • Mini Control Guide

    • A guide is now accessible in-game or via the menu.

    • The functions of each key are now clearly visible in the settings menu.


⚙️ Gameplay Improvements

  • Iron Crowbar Durability Increased

    • The issue of it breaking too quickly has been fixed.

  • Oxygen Duration Increased

    • Exploration and gameplay time has been extended.

  • Configurable Values for New Items

    • Balancing and progression systems have been improved.


🛠️ Bug Fixes

  • Fixed sound bugs occurring during cutscenes.

  • New game music:

    • A more relaxing, simplified background music has been added.

  • Fixed bugs with item duplication when purchased from the shop.

  • The system for returned items has been fixed and rebalanced.

  • Scroll bug fixed:

    • Inventory slots no longer change when menus like Workbench or Shop are open.

    • The issue of item changes when scrolling in the inventory or shop has been resolved.

  • Fixed rotate bug when changing the hotbar with a hoe.

  • Move Mode:

    • Hammer collider control has been added.

    • Items no longer clip into other objects.

  • Fixed floating logs and stones when breaking with a hammer.

  • Fixed issues with rocks on shelves:

    • Rocks no longer "glitch" or rotate uncontrollably when placed.


⚡ Performance & General Improvements

  • Numerous hardware improvements (not listed).

  • Overall performance optimizations.

  • Several minor bug fixes that improve gameplay.


đź’¬ Feedback & Community Support

With this major update, if you notice any new bugs, balancing issues, or have suggestions:

  • Share your feedback and thoughts with us on our Discord server.

  • Support the project by leaving a review on Steam.

Your feedback is extremely valuable to us.
We continue to improve the game together!

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