SnowRunner 1221

A new update has been released for the public test server in SnowRunner: patch 5.5.

General changes
- There was a bug in the game where various vehicles could fly. For example, trucks with attached trailers could fly during truck switching, or trailers could fly when being attached. This issue has been fixed.

Steering wheels
- Due to bugs in the settings, control bindings for steering wheels could be missing or malfunctioning. All of this has been resolved.

Interface
- Fixed a bug with skipped animation.

Localization
- Now the screen displays information about the authors; it is no longer missing.
- The confirmation screen for returning to the main menu is now localized.
- Various translation errors for English and Japanese have been fixed.
- The fuel gauge had truncated text. It has been fixed.
- Visible messages in debug mode have been corrected.

Previously, update 5.0 was only available on the public test server. However, now you can play this update on the standard client as well. In this update, the developers fixed a large number of bugs. Additionally, various changes were made for a more convenient gameplay experience. The first seasonal pass will be released soon. This pass will include various maps, new vehicles, a large number of missions, and more.

Public Test Server:
- The public test server has ceased operation. This means it is no longer accessible. The developers promise that the server will be relaunched when it is necessary to test the next major update.

General Changes:
- A new map, "Ravine," has been added to the game. The map is located in the Taimyr region.
- If the player is away from the computer for a long time, the vehicle engine will automatically turn off.
- Now, the popup window on the map will provide information about vehicles located in the garage.
- Fixed a bug that caused surface simulation to not work. This bug occurred in certain areas.
- Cargo will no longer fall through trailers.
- Now, trailer transport missions with fuel can be completed even if the tank is empty. Previously, this was impossible due to a bug.
- Vehicles will no longer disappear if the player exits the game during map loading.
- Fixed collision issues between trailers and vehicles.
- Fixed bugs related to in-game music.
- Improvements have been made to game optimization. Game performance has also been enhanced.
- Localization error for Tuz 166 has been fixed.
- Hummer tires now use the correct friction pattern.
- Previously, Khan 39 Marshall had issues with deep mud mechanics due to incorrect vehicle mass. Thanks to mass adjustments, everything now works correctly.
- Fixed bugs with the "Truck Repair" mission.
- Various collision-related changes for more realistic collision.
- If for any reason mission vehicles were not removed from the map after quest completion, they will now be automatically removed upon reloading the map.
- Fixed a co-op bug with the drilling rig during the "Lost Container" quest.
- Save files will no longer be corrupted due to infinite loading screens. Also, infinite loading occurrences have been greatly reduced.

Co-op:
- Having vehicles as a guest will no longer cause those vehicles to be added to the single-player found vehicles list.
- Region switching in multiplayer is now stable.
- Guests can now call trucks in the manual loading zone.
- Player icons in co-op now display correctly.
- Fixed a bug preventing refueling in multiplayer.

Interface:
- Crane support controls are now located in the functions menu.
- Warnings about fuel running out or engine damage now display correctly for all vehicles, including those found on the map.
- Fixed a bug with incorrect maximum rank display.
- Players can now choose different save slots.
- A new icon has been added for closed transitions.

Settings:
- Added an option to invert analog sticks on gamepads.
- An alternative metric measurement system is now available for players.
- Camera, map, profile, and vehicle control keys can now be reassigned.

Graphics:
- Fixed textures on some cranes.
- Level of detail improvements have been made across various map areas.
- Rearview mirrors on some devices have been repositioned slightly.
- Street lamps are present on all maps; previously, their lighting was weak. Lighting for them has been improved.

Steering Wheels:
- Force feedback settings have been added for PC steering wheels.
- Fixes have been made for pedals included with the Logitech G920.
- New interface icons designed for steering wheels.
- Fixed bugs related to steering wheel controls.
- The game now correctly displays the Logitech G29 steering wheel model.

Mods (for PC):
- A separate subscriber counter has been added in the mods section.
- Vehicle preview screens now support mod previews.
- The mod management menu shows mod loading status.
- A free camera is available for summer and winter polygon maps.
- A scrollbar has been added to the mods menu.
- Visual improvements have been made to the summer and winter polygon maps.

Consoles:
- A fix for headlight issues on PS4 has been implemented.
- High-quality textures have been added for PS4 Pro and Xbox One X users.
- Functional rearview mirrors are now available on consoles.

This week, the developers are celebrating 1 million players in SnowRunner. A new trailer was released ahead of the upcoming 5.0 update.

You can buy SnowRunner on the Epic Games Store - here.

The developers have made a 20% discount in the Epic Games Store. Only 1129 rubles for 1 standard copy of the game.

You can buy SnowRunner with a 20% discount here.

Also available in Russian is an excellent interactive map for all standard SnowRunner locations - maprunner.info/ru

It displays all objects, vehicles, and upgrades that can be found on the map. It is possible to display the exact cargo available at a specific point on the map. Useful.

The SnowRunner developers are closely monitoring all feedback and are aware of the issues present in the game. They have published information about what to expect in the near future.

HotFix for PS4
A special hotfix will be released for consoles. The issue is that, following the latest update, PS4 experienced serious image quality problems. This happened due to recent changes related to rendering. The developers are aware of this problem and will soon release an update specifically for consoles to fix these issues. The developers are already working on optimizing the project, so the image quality problem will be resolved soon. Along with the hotfix, the developers plan to add support for certain steering wheel models – Logitech G29 and G920.

Test Server on PC
The game developers announced that a public test server will soon be available again for personal computers. Various new features will already be accessible on this server. The most important feature is the map editor. On the public test server, tools will be available that allow players to create their own maps.

However, players will not be able to create their own missions immediately upon the server’s launch. This feature will be added to the game a little later. The developers promised to announce the opening of the public test server separately from this news. We just have to wait.

Season Pass
The first phase of the season pass will be available soon. According to the SnowRunner developers, they will focus all their efforts on the first phase immediately after releasing the hotfix for PS4 and Xbox One consoles. The first phase includes a new map for Russia, as well as free skins, various cargoes, new challenges, and much more.

But there is good news for those who do not have a season pass. If your friend has purchased the season pass, you will also be able to enjoy all its benefits in multiplayer, even if you do not have the pass yourself. However, all the season pass content will not be available at once – the developers will divide the content into several updates.

The developers of SnowRunner have announced that a new update is available for the public test server. Previously, they mentioned that they would soon add a map editor to the public test server, allowing players to create new universal maps for the game. They have indeed kept their promise, and the public test server now features a map editor. In addition, the developers have also added patch 6.0. These updates are not yet available for the standard client but can be enjoyed on the PTS.

How to access the public test server
The public test server was added so that players could test and report various issues with new updates. After this open testing phase, the developers release updates for the official client, where every player can enjoy all the new features.

Every player has access to the public test server. Simply go to Epic Games, where the game was purchased, and download the available version called “SnowRunner – Public Test Version” from your library. After launching this version, you will become a participant in beta testing new updates and can enjoy all the features before the update is added to the official clients.

It is important to note that the public server is not connected to your save files, so your progress in the official game and on the test server are independent of each other.

New features on the PTS
So, what has been added to the public test server? Let’s start with the map editor. An alpha version of the editor has been added, meaning it is not final and will continue to be developed. New functions and features will be added. Along with the map editor, a vehicle editor was also introduced. To use the editor, navigate to ..\ SnowrunnerBeta \ en_us \ Sources \ BinEditor. Then launch the SnowRunnerEditor.exe file. That’s it—the editor is ready to use.

Patch 6.0
It is important to understand that this is not the final version of the patch, and many aspects will be changed before the official release. Also, if any content is tagged as DLC, only players who own the Season Pass will be able to use that content.

List of changes tagged as DLC:
- A new map called Kovdozero has been added. This map is available in the new region “Kola Peninsula.”
- A new skin has been added for the Tayga 6436 vehicle.
- New vehicles: TUZ 16 "Acteon," Ford 750 4x4.
- Observation tower addon.

Other:
- Fixed a bug where the winch would activate automatically even if the player did nothing.
- Fixed a bug with achievements. Now all achievements can be earned. Previously, some achievements were not awarded even when all conditions were met.
- Added the option to disable the flashing light transparency effect.
- Cargo icons have been redesigned.
- The refueling icon on the “Ravine” map is back in place.
- The crane control interface can now be hidden.
- New music theme for the main menu.
- New background for the main menu.
- Fixed a bug with trucks and the winch. This bug prevented use if the player was towing the truck with a winch while switching between maps.

The 6.0 update with new content and various changes is coming very soon. The developers have published more information about the first phase of the seasonal pass, titled "Search And Recover." The first phase will be available on all platforms (PS4, PC, Xbox One) very soon – July 15. The first season will be released in two parts. Players will have the option to purchase the first phase of the seasonal pass separately. The first phase will add many new interesting features to the game: new adventures, mechanics, and more.

According to the developers, SnowRunner already has over a million players. However, they expect this number to increase significantly thanks to the seasonal pass, as a large amount of new content will be added to the game. With this phase, two new maps (snowy areas) will be added. There, players will need to find lost World War II equipment.

There are also new vehicles. There are only 2: the TUZ 16 "Actaeon" and the Ford 750 4x4 Crewcab. New paint jobs/skins, new mechanics (both gameplay and cosmetic), and many other new features will also be added.

Equally important, the update will bring new content for those who have not purchased the seasonal pass. On the already available maps, players will be able to complete entirely new missions. Additionally, the editor for creating mods on personal computers will be improved. Features for changing the cabin view will be added, as well as enhanced tools for map creation.