Dear Stormworkers,
On Thursday 17th September 16:00 UTC, Stormworks Version 1.0 will release. This week we are announcing previously unannounced features and details.
Spreadable fire is being added in Version 1.0. This new fire system has been frequently requested, and many players even predicted this feature would be added based on hints in previous upcoming announcements (well done!).
In the new spreadable fire system, fire spreads across surfaces, slowly creeping across the surface of a vehicle. This means that fire can spread into a significant and overwhelming problem if not tackled quickly, in a similar way to how the wild fires can quickly overwhelm the player and grow beyond a fightable size. This also means that fire is a much greater threat to players, and greater attention must be given to fire suppression systems, and fire fighting equipment.
The fire damages components that it touches. This means that as fire spreads across a vehicle, the function of the blocks it reaches is destroyed. Vehicles will slowly lose function as they are eaten by fire.
The fire also damages players that it touches. Players may now want to consider fire escape routes on larger vehicles and consider potential risks, escape distances, alternative routes, emergency escape lighting, signage, refuge points, and more.
Submergence in water extinguishes fire. Fire will not creep below the water line on the outside of a ship, and waves will wash fire away. Internal water also extinguishes fire, so flooding a compartment to put out the fire is a viable strategy.
Fire extinguishers and water hoses extinguish fire. Fire can be fought with vehicle component based water cannons, hand held extinguishers, and hoses.
The fire is compartmentalised and won't jump through walls or closed doors. The fire creeps along the surface and will only cross through a seal-able door if it is open.
We are very excited about the new fire system and cannot wait to share it with you in less than 2 weeks.
Let us know what you think, and let us know your thoughts on how we can use this system in the new missions!
Much love <3,
The Stormworks Developers