Dear Manufacturers
As we step into 2025, we just want to take a moment to thank you for your incredible support and for giving Car Manufacture a chance - it truly means the world to us. This past year marked a huge milestone with our Early Access release, and we couldn’t have done it without you.
Looking ahead, we’ve got tons of ideas and plenty of work to do, but our commitment remains the same: improving the game step by step to make it the best experience possible.
First up, the storage conveyors we teased earlier are still in development, but after all the Christmas and New Year hustle, they should finally be ready this month. We’re also actively squashing reported bugs and rolling out some much-needed quality-of-life improvements.
Now, let’s talk about what’s coming next!
Map
We're finally bringing maps and locations into Car Manufacture! Through the office view, you'll access the map UI, where key points of interest will be marked with pins. But this isn't just a visual upgrade - it's the foundation for major upcoming mechanics like part production, material shopping, and even opening your own dealerships. In short, it's a major step towards pushing the world of Car Manufacture into a more advanced and dynamic stage.
Factions
Each location on the map isn't just a place - it's a territory controlled by factions. Your reputation with these groups will shape your business strategy. Will you play it clean and align with corporate suits? Or take a more "unconventional" route with the mafia? Maybe you'll curry favor with the government and military? Or, if you're feeling extra adventurous, make contact with UFOs.
But beware - factions don’t always get along. You can’t be in everyone's good books at once. Your choices will open doors to exclusive rewards, but they’ll also lock others. Choose wisely - because who doesn’t love a bit of business intrigue?
Quests
So, how do you actually interact with these factions?
We've are introducing two types of quests:
- Main Quests - Big, story-driven missions where you can only have one active at a time. Choose your path, uncover a connected narrative, and shape the future of your factory.
- Side Quests - Fast, flexible, and all about opportunity. Take on as many as you want, tackle faction-based challenges, and rack up profits while carving your own path.
This system allows us to introduce deep storytelling while still giving you the freedom to run your business your way. Whether you're expanding your empire, rising through faction ranks, or just staying afloat in this ruthless industry, every choice you make will have real consequences.
Cool, when?
We’re not setting any dates just yet - we want to make sure every new feature gets the time it needs to truly shine. Each update will first land on our Public Beta Branch, rolling out at a pace that ensures quality and polish. In the meantime, join us on our official Discord server to chat, share ideas, and connect with the community.
Until next time!
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