This update is now live on the Empyrean Defense Steam Demo and Playtest. Thanks to everyone who’s been playing and sending feedback, many of the updates below came directly from your reports.
✨ New Features
Added the Ballistics Solver equipment
A precision targeting computer that analyzes ballistic trajectories in real time, increasing the critical hit chance of all defense sites by 5%
Added the Overcharge Module equipment
A nanite enhanced power relay that pushes all defense sites beyond their rated limits, increasing the rate of fire of all defense sites by 8%
Added the Lethal Precision skill
Critical hits deal 10% additional damage
Added the War Dividend skill
Earn 100 credits upon completing each wave
Added the Craftsman achievement
Craft your first piece of equipment
⚖️ Balance Changes
[DEMO] Added the Fortification Payload equipment to the Market, allowing it to be purchased directly in addition to being crafted through the Foundry
Development is focused on refining the demo experience for Steam Next Fest, while continuing to redesign and improve missions for Early Access.
Full patch notes and development details are available on the Empyrean Defense wiki: