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Hotfix v1.6.3

Hello everyone!

We have released a new hotfix update for The Hive.

This update introduces a redesigned tutorial interface with full localization support, improves several UI elements across different resolutions, expands and corrects translations, and updates the Spring building's water effects.

◈ Update Version

  • PC: v1.6.3
  • Mac: v1.6.3
  • Linux: v1.6.3

◈ Update Content

  • Redesigned tutorial interface
  • Expanded localization support
  • Ultrawide minimap improvements
  • Improved dropped item readability
  • Spring building visual improvements

Tutorial Improvements

  • The tutorial interface has been visually redesigned to make instructions clearer and easier to follow.
  • Tutorial content is now translated into all 13 supported languages.
  • Objectives are now hidden while the tutorial screen is open, preventing them from overlapping tutorial content.
  • The item pickup tutorial can be reset by pressing Shift + §.

Localization Improvements

  • Added and updated localization for numerous units, buildings, structures, and mission-related interface elements.
  • Added localized mission victory and defeat text.
  • Updated the Survival Mode tooltip to more clearly indicate that the DLC must be purchased to access the content.
  • Standardized several German accessory translations to use "Zubehör".
  • Added additional localization entries for Ara'lok, Chalatoi, Karkinos, Shadow structures, and other game content.

UI Improvements

  • Dropped item names now scale correctly across different resolutions, making them easier to read on larger displays.
  • The minimap now scales correctly when playing on ultrawide resolutions.

Visual Improvements

  • Improved the Spring building's water effects.
  • Water now flows more strongly and in the correct direction from the building.

📌 Additional Information

If you experience any issues after the update, please let us know through the Steam forums or by contacting us at:

[email protected]

◈ Notes

Please update The Hive on Steam to the latest version for the changes to be applied.

If you are enjoying The Hive, leaving a Steam review helps us a lot and supports future updates.

Thank you for playing The Hive!