Empyrion Galactic Survival update 1.11.8 released on PC, Ps4, PS5, and Xbox One. According to the official Empyrion Galactic Survival patch notes, the latest update introduces new Dark Faction gameplay with Freeze & Board mechanics, a revamped story campaign, icon updates, and hitpoint balancing, along with crucial bug fixes for smoother gameplay.
Previously, a major Empyrion Galactic Survival update 1.10 added new changes, fixes, and gameplay improvements. Unfortunately, players are still experiencing several issues since the release. Today’s Empyrion Galactic Survival version 1.11.8 will fix a few of these issues.
Empyrion Galactic Survival 1.11.8 Patch Notes – September 12, 2024
Main Game Updates
Gameplay Changes
- Updated EAC for Multiplayer (MP).
- Icon Overhaul: Over 470 new icons for Building Blocks, Wings, Windows, Farming, Cooking, and more.
- New Pentaxid Tank Model introduced for better visuals.
- Client-Server Version Check: Game client now checks server version, displaying mismatched versions in red and disabling the connect button.
Hitpoint Balancing
- Regular Soldiers: 500 HP
- Elites & Special Troops: 700-800 HP
- Civilians: 300 HP
- Damaged/Infected: 400 HP
- Larger Entities (Golem, Hishkal), Talon, Kriel: Special HP ranges applied.
Fixes
- Player Damage Issue: Fixed players taking damage in cockpits when under fire.
- Infinite Loading Bug: Resolved issue after teleporting to a destroyed destination.
- PDA Signal Issues: Corrected problems with MP/Co-op signals not being stored in Blueprints.
- Crash Fixes: Resolved crashes triggered by certain structures.
- Various Prefab and Lighting Issues: Fixed issues with street lights despawning in Survival mode and prefab errors.
Dark Faction DLC Updates
New “Freeze & Board” Mechanic
- Disruptor & Translocator Turrets:
- Targeted vessels gradually lose mobility.
- Immobilization bar fills, freezing the ship once full.
- Ships rotate to horizontal (for Capital Vessels) and freeze for a set duration.
- NPC boarding parties teleport onto disabled ships and attack.
Dark Faction Story Campaign
- Full campaign rework with mid and end-game content.
- Players prepare to defeat the Dark Faction using simulations, resources, and tech.
- Two Possible Endings to choose from, affecting the universe.
Other Changes
- Updated UCH HQ with new missions and rewards.
- Slower faction spread speed in the campaign for improved pacing.
- Added Campaign Tokens and new decorations in Aratos playfield.
- Improved translations for multiple languages (DE, FR, IT, ES, PTb, RU, CHS).
Fixes
- Dark Field Nullifiers functionality fixed.
- Fixed random triggers and oxygen leaks in HQ scenarios.
For a more detailed list of features and changes, check out the release video and visit the official forums for additional information and discussions.
